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28 - "WEEKEND STAR" FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2000 Durham MPP supports initiative for Ontario It'll be organized by the Church Board O'Toole applauds Winnipeg MP's resolution to ban use of cell phones while driving Durham MPP, John R. O'Toole, expressed enthusiasm for a resolu- tion introduced in the House of Commons recently by Winnipeg- Transcona MP, Bill Blaikie. The reso- lution calls on the Government of Canada to consider amending the Criminal Code to make it an offence to drive a motor vehicle while talk- ing on a cell phone, except in emer- gency situations. "I want to congratulate the mem- ber for Winnipeg-Transcona for bringing this issue to the attention of parliament. The use of cell phones while driving on a highway "is a safety concern not just for peo- Oshawa YMCA hosting 19th annual event ple in Ontario or Manitoba, but for all Canadians," stated O'Toole. The federal resolution echoes Bill 102 - Highway Traffic Amendment Act (Cellular Phones), 2000, a Private Member's Bill intro- duced in the Ontario Legislature by the Durham MPP on June 20 of last year. If passed into law, Bill 102 would prohibit the use of 'hand-held' cell phones, fax machines and portable computers by drivers while operat- ing a motor vehicle on a highway. It would permit the use of these devices in 'hands-free' mode, and allow for 'hand-held' units to be Pancake Supper at Epsom Church planned for Feb. 27 Church and Sunday at the home of Barbara School this week will be Rance, 249 Reach St., held in Epsom Church Uxbridge, starting at 7:45 starting at 11:00 a.m. p.m. Motto: Some people The Church Board is get lost in thought planning to have a because it's unfamiliar ter- Pancake Supper in Epsom ritory. Reply: The execu- Church on Tuesday, tive "choice". For roll call: February 27, Shrove Name one thoughtful Tuesday, starting at 6:00 deed done for you this p.m., which will be fol- past week. Hostesses: lowed by an Ash Jean Pogue, Marg Bruce Wednesday service. and Doreen Brethour. Everyone is invited to We wish Mrs. Trevor Till attend and enjoy thistime a very complete and of fellowship. speedy recovery as she used in emergency situations. Bill 102 would also require the Registrar to compile data on traffic accidents in which the use of a cell - phone, fax or portable computer was determined to be a contribut- ing factor, and would exempt emer- gency personnel from the above restrictions in the lawful perfor- mance of their duties. "Cell phones have become an important part of our business and personal lives," added O'Toole, "but by exercising a bit of common sense, they could be a lot less haz- ardous when we're behind the wheel." Women of Distinction Awards set for May 10 |i ron 5 The YWCA of Oshawa is Woman of Distinction award In addition the dinner site at in the year 2001. The dead- enables the YWCA of oshawa.org. line for nominations is Feb. hosting its 19th Annual Women of Distinction Oshawa to showcase the Bethesda-Reach W.. has had major surgery meeting is on recently. WWW.ywca- The YWCA of Oshawa has Awards Dinner on May 10 at 28. the Holiday Inn in Oshawa. If you know a woman who should be honoured for her exemplary achievements at home, work and/or in the Durham community, cele- brate her accomplishments with us. Nominate her for a The Woman of Distinction Awards Dinner is the YWCA of Oshawa's pre- mier fundraising event with the proceeds supporting YWCA programs and ser- vices for women and chil- dren throughout the region. accomplishments and tal- ents of women in the Durham community. For more information or to nominate a Woman of Distinction, call the YWCA of Oshawa at (905) 576-8880, email us at info@ywca- oshawa.org or visit our web served Durham Region for more than 50 years. The aim of the YWCA is to provide opportunities for women and children throughout the region for self-development through recreation program- "ming and education, and supportive housing. ~ Scarborough. - Charity Casino is located 'Great Blue Heron Casino giving [-- away a S1,000 a day in February ORT PERRY STAR i 2001 On Feb. 1, the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino launched their "$1,000 A Day in February" promo- tion. All patrons of the Great Blue Heron who play at one of the 450 slots or 40 casino gaming tables, or purchase an all you can eat buffet meal are eligi- ble to receive ballots for the daily draw for $1,000 in cash. The first winner on Feb.l was Joe Demma of For more details on this promotion, please visit .the Rapid Rewards Players Club at the Great Blue Heron Charity Casino. The Great Blue Heron on Island Road just east of Port Perry and is located less than one hours drive Northeast of Metropolitan Toronto, or an easy 30-45 minute Joe Demma, of Scarborough, was the first win- ner in the local casino's $1,000 A Day promotion. drive from Pickering, Peterborough : : v Markham, Oshawa, Ajax, ews via Email: I' star.com and Lindsay. Coach of the Year Award NOMINATION FORM Please note: This award is open to all persons coaching in Scugog Township. PLEASE HONOR THIS COACH Name of Coach: Sport Coached: errs sss League Coached: ....... Nominated DY: ......orrrssss sss Telephone: ( ) Winner of the Port Perry Star 2001 Coach of the Year Award will be presented a plaque recognizing their contribution to coaching in Scugog Township. Please outline how the coach nominated personifies this award, by establishing the respect and confidence of both the players and officials; and by the way of example provides quality leadership and projects a positive public image while coaching in the community at large. PROFILE OF COACH NOMINATED | Please provide the name & experience of the coach being nominated. Information should include his/her relations with players, past success with teams & ability to motivate and inspire players, coaching history, including number of years & at what levels. PLEASE RETURN THIS NOMINATION FORM WITH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ATTACHED TO: THE PORT PERRY STAR, 188 MARY ST., PORT PERAY, ONT. LOL 1B7 ~ DeADLINE: APRIL 10, 2001