Wednesda April 26, 1989 Wi, Cutting the ribbon is part of any official opening. Last Frida the North Shore Business Development Office. Above, from lef; original Community Futures member, the Business Development Centre, Mary Burnett, an original Grand o By Dave Chmara Local, provincial and federal politicians as well as those involved with originally working on the idea of starting a Futures Organization and Business Development Centre, were on hand for the official opening of the Schreiber - Terrace Bay Futures and Business Development offices. As with most official open- . ings, it came about three months after the offices actually opened their doors to local business peo- ple and entrepreneurs alike. But that did little to dampen the celebrations. Futures Committee Chairman John Smrke, said, "it's been a long time coming and a lot of work," as he outlined the two-and-a-half years of behind the scenes work that went into getting the two organi- zations off the ground. Smrke praised the efforts of volunteers who helped in getting the centres started. "There was a Stage in time when it was hard to get enough people interested in the idea of Starting a Futures Organization," he said. "Hopefully the next two years will bring forth some new busi- nesses and the expansion of other businesses." Duncan McEwen, chairman of the North Shore Business Development Centre said, "The first loan was approved at the last meeting. We're off and running." McEwen said the offices have been allotted $1.55 million to invest in the local economy. Others on hand for the open- ing noted how such organizations help communities grow and y afternoon marked the official opening of the S t to right are: Julie Fels, Community Futures Committee Consultant, Mike Cosgrove, an Susan Glad, member of the Futures and Business Development Board of Directors, Duncan McEwen, chairman of and John Smrke, chairman of the Futures Committee. pening of o member of the Futures organization, Gilles Pouliot a diversify. Cochrane-Superior M.P. Reg Belair said with the changes to UI, the centre will be of help in providing training for those affected. Lake Nipigon M.P.P. Gilles Pouliot said, "this is a people pro- gram and everyone will benefit from it." Visiting Thunder Bay? Shopping? Skiing? Find comfort at 4 Paradise Motel * Very clean rooms at Budget rates * Daily &/or weekly rates * Close to all major attractions * Variety of family restaurants within one block * Reservations - (807) 475-8628 Dianne Koivumaa (mgr) 221 W. Arthur Street (Highway 11-17B) Thunder Bay. Ontario P7E 5P7 . NEW Telephones in rooms phone ahead chreiber-Terrace Bay Futures office and Photo by Dave Chmara ffices oe Open Every Day 10 to 6 : April 29 to Dec 23 "stains permanently. Can be Sewing Tips Wool Care: Drycleaning is usually preferred. If washable, use€ moderate temperatures in washing, drying and pressing; Use a mild soap detergent, and use as little agitation as possi- ble. To press wool, use a press cloth and moist heat (steam iron or damp press cloth). Silk Care: Drycleaning is usually preferred. If washable, use moderate temperatures in washing, drying and pressing. Use a mild soap or detergent. n Care: Bleach only if label. indicates. it is. safe. Remove oily stains before washing. Heat in washing, drying and pressing may set drycleaned (check care label). Mohair Care: Dryclean. Press at low heat setting with press cloth. The Sewing Nook 825-9555 Downstairs from the Post Office on Simcoe Plaza Rossport = SH A = foe =< E po © = HS A = am -- _APRIL 29th OPEN