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PAGE 12, WHITBY FREE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 1987 Whitby vet appointed to committee Dr. Clayton MacKay, director of the MacKay Animal Clinic in Whit- by, has been appointed to the animal welfare committee of the American Veterinary Medical Association. He is representing small animal practice. The committee responds to animal welfare issues raised by American Veterinary Medical Association members or others. All phases of veterinary practice are represented on this committee. The American Veterinary Medical Association represents an organization of 43,000 veterinarians in United States and abroad. Dr. MacKay, who was president of the Ontario Veterinary 'Association in 1980, and the Society of Ontario Veterinarians in 1986, was nominated for this position by the American Animal Hospital Association for which he acts as area director and chairman of their human companion animal bond committee. Anderson limit reduced Drivers on Anderson St. in Whit- by will soon see a change in the speed limit. At the last regional council meeting, a bylaw was passed to change the limit. Previously, the section of the road from Frederick St. north to Rossland Rd. was a 60- km/hour, but that has changed. The 50-k/h restriction is now in ef- fect all the way up to 25 meters nor- th of Ribblesdale Dr. Students safety is at risk: OPSTF A report from the Ontario Public School Teachers Federation says the safety of students is at risk due to large scale fundraising by local schools, as a result of lack of fun- dingby the province.. The report states that fun- draising is burdening students and communities and promoting regional inequality as well as being unsafe for the students involved. T.I report, released earlier this yeakr and recently made public, is based on a survey of 1,663 elemen- tary schools, 60 per cent of them in Ontario. The results showed close to $6 million was raised indepen- dently last year not to buy extras for the school but to provide what staff felt were basic needs of education today. Since the provincial grant struc- ture was established in 1970, elementary education has received a lower per-pupil grant than that received by secondary schools. From a difference of $500 per student in 1970, the gap has since widened to $911last year. The OPSTF and many individual school boards, including Durham Board of Education, have protested this variance, arguing it should be eliminated due to recent changes in -,the elementary school program. According to thé survey, 75 per cent of the schools raised money for field trips, 47 per cent raised funds for computers and 25 per cent also used the proceeds raised for playground and physical education equipment as well as library books. On average, each school respon- ding to the survey raised $3,500. But OPSTF is concerned that time spent by teachers and studen- ts alike raising money could be bet- ter spent on extra-curricular ac- tivity, study and teacher preparation time. The report specified, "large scale, big volume door-to-door sales of citrus fruits, cheeses, spices, Christmas ornaments and chocolate bars requiring con- siderable time on the part of students, teachers, and parent volunteers are becoming the norm 'in elementary schools across the province. With. more and more young people going door-to-door, concern for safety has grown, particularly in light of an assault on a student fundraiser in Ottawa. And some schools are cautioning students not to approach strangers. In addition, the OPSTF objects that this firm of fundraising is a form of double taxation which leaves the public to fill in a finan- cial gap in education which should be filled by either government or school board revenues. The federation says citizens not only contribute to their local schools, but to the 40 to80 per cent cut taken by businesses which supply the items for sale. Don't feel guilty about sugar By JANET BROWNE There's no reason to feel guilt, fear or regret when adding a cube of sugar to coffee, or sprinkling a tablespoon or two on cereal, accor- ding to Jane Fielden of the Canadian Sugar Institute. Last week, Fielden visited Whit- by to spread a few positive words about this natural sweetener and to dispel commonly accepted myths that sugar is harmful and a detriment to public health. Since the 1960's as fad diets and health food became popular, Fielden says sugar has been blamed for all manner of health problems including diabetes, heart disease, obesity, hyperactivity, and even crimes and delinquency. But according to a report from the University of Toronto, the majority of nutritional scieritists agree that the accusation that sugar is responsible for these health problems is "unproven and based on exaggerated reports, and poorly controlled studies." They also agree that sugar is an important source of energy, and vital for "all tissues and organs in the body including the brain." For those who are concerned that adding sugar as a sweetener to beverages or desserts because of added calories, keep in mind that sugar -has only 4 four calories per gram, or 16 calories per teaspoon. With the introduction of artificial sweeteners such as aspartame and saccharine to the consumer, weight watchers have developed a lust for diet colas, sugarless desser- ts and other low calorie foods con- taining these sugar substitutes, Yet Fielden says that rather than these artificial sweeteners sating the ap- petite of the sweet tooth, they may actually increase the dieter's craving for sweet foods because of certain chemical processes in the body. When the brain detects something sweet it expects real sugar, and when the body receives something else, it is not satisfied. Mothers are often concerned that children are eating too much sugar, and are similarly turning to ar- tificial sweeteners to keep their children happy. But Fielden says she questions the "safety of the quantity of artificial sweeteners that are being fed to children. "I don't think they should be given such large quantities - they have small stomachs, and whatever goes in should have some value." She adds that "a tasW for sweets" can be develd •in children who are . fed cessive amounts of these sweeteners which could cause nutritional problems in the future. "For the adults," she explains, "If they really want to cut down on sugar intake, they should, instead of using sugar substitutes as a crut- ch." Interlude tickets available Tickets for the Winter Interlude draw, held by the Auberge/Sedna Women's Shelter and Support ser- vices, are now available at Infor- mation Oshawa, and mails across Durham Region. Winners will receive a weekenu for two at The Inn on the Park in Toronto, a half-day at the spa, and a free hairstyle, compliments of Images of Hair in Oshawa. Second prize will be a weekend for two at the Marriott Hotel in Toronto, and a free hairstyle. The third prize win- ner will receive a dinner for two at' the Garden Gate restaurant at Cullen Gardens. The draw will be held at the Kin- smen Community Centre in Oshawa on Dec. 23 at hoon. All proceeds will go to the Au6erge/Sedna women's shelter, a home for abused women and children in Durham Region. Carrier contest MATHEW (front) AND CRAIG NORTON were the winners of The Whitby Free Press carrier contest held in July. The two carriers, who deliver in the Perry/Maple St. area, won a skateboard. THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF WHITBY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT REQUIRES FACILITY ATTENDANT Applications/resumes, will be received by the undersigned for the position of FACILITY ATTENDANT with the Parks and Recreation Department, until Friday,.July 31, 1987. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have at least one (1) year's experience in the operation and maintenance in an (ammonia plant) arena and/or public swimming pool. Must be eligible to attain Refrigeration Operators Certificate (Class B) or Stationary 4th Class within two (2) years. (Must be prepared to take courses related to work requirements.) Ap- plicants In possession of alternative tradesrnen's certif icate will also be given consideration. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's Licence Class G or better (Class M & R not acceptable). Successful completion of a recognized Swimming Pool Water Filtration Course, and Mechanical/Electrical Certificates will be considered assets. DUTIES: This position involves carrying out work on the maintenance and cleaning of Buildings, Facilities, and Grounds, maintaining and ser- vicing equipment used within buildings as directed, must drive an ice resurfacing machine and other light motorized equipment, be willing to take training programs as required, and perform other duties as assigned. HOURS OF WORK: Shift work and weekends. Salary to be commensurate with experience, skill, ability and qualifications. Good fringe benefits. Please submit your detailed resume indicating experience, referen- ces, etc. to: Wm. H. Wallace, P. Adm., A.M.C.T., C.M.C., Administrator, Corporation of the Town of Whitby, 575 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario. L1N 2M8 Note: We thank all those persons who apply, but advise that acknow- ledgement will be forwarded to those applicants only, who are successful in obtaining an interview. CD.THE CORPORATION OF THETOWN OFWHITBY ADULT SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS Applications are now being accepted by the Town of Whitby for the positions of Adult School Crossing Guard on:- 1. ANDERSON STREET at MANNING ROAD 2. MANNING ROAD at RIBBLESDALE DRIVE Employment to commence on September 8, 1987. Applications are to be received no later than Friday, August 14, 1987, and addressed to: - Mr. WM. H. Wallace, Administrator, Corp. of the Town of Whitby, 575 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario. L1N 2M8