____ October 22,2001 Ct—“‘(CCEOitoriph = CCC ver The Ecige Page 3 Canada should be a peace-keeper Canadians have devel- oped a reputation as peace- keepers. We don't often take sides in disputes between other nations, but rather try to help settle the matter. In 1996 the Canadian government outlined security as “protec- tion for civilians” because civilians are often most affected by modern warfare. Canada has defined five for- eign policy priorities for advancing human security. These priorities include: pro- tection of civilians, support peace operations, conflict prevention, governance and accountability, and public safety. The five ships that left Halifax on Wednesday October 17 to join the “War on Terrorism” violated the first three priorities Canada has laid out. By supporting and aiding the United States in the bombing of Afghanistan we are supporting the maiming and killing of women and chil- dren, among other civilians. It is true that the United Students should put pressure on all parties in bus strike. This is an open letter to all UNBC students and mem- bers of the Prince George Transit Dispute. Did you know that the union representing the bus drivers does not want to share any information with me! | phoned them (563- 5346) and was unable to gather any news regarding the strike. When | asked a strait forward question: “what type of mediation is being used by the mediator (i.e-.: bound arbitration)?” All | was told is that the union releases information to the press allowing the public to view news as it is presented. | feel that as students we need to pester the members of this dispute and get the process back on track. To all students: call the union (563- 5346) fax the union (563- 2379) call the bus company (563-6665) call the Prince George municipality (561- 7600). Some one once said “your anger is a gift” — use it! Call them everyday and tell them how cold it was when you walked to school. Tell them how poor the air quality was as you biked up the hill. Tell how mad it makes you every time you walk past a bus stop! Let’s get our deserved pub- lic services — before winter! Thank you lan Stromquist States has specific military targets and harm to civilians is not their intent. It is also true that less than seventy percent of missiles reach their intended targets, while the other thirty percent go astray and hit places such as Red Cross camps and orphanages. Canada has pledged to promote welfare in other countries as part of conflict prevention. Currently, aid in Afghanistan is seriously hin- dered by high insurance pre- miums. Because of these costs many agencies are pulling aid out of Afghanistan and sending it elsewhere. Locally, the proceeds from the Mennonite Fall Fair (a part of the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) had been allotted to help widows and orphans in Afghanistan, but after the situation arose in Afghanistan the money was reallocated to El Salvador. As part of promoting peace Canada should not be supporting actions by the US that may cause violence to spiral out of control. The series of bombings that have gone on in the past few weeks are unlikely to foster good feeling towards the United States. Canada would be better served by providing assistance to refugees who are fleeing Afghanistan as well as to those who are still in the country. Wednesday October 24th, 2001 7:00 - 9:00 PM UNBC CANFOR ROOM An opportunity for youth to raise issues, concerns, or thoughts they may have about the future of Canada. Students Rally Against Local Transit Strike On October 23, 2001 the Northern Undergraduate Student Society will sponsor a Student rally at the offices of Pacific Western Transportation and_ the Teamsters Union. Many students and staff at UNBC are inconvenienced to say the least about the cur- rent dispute between Pacific Western Transportation and the Teamsters Union. This rally on the 23rd is an effort to call attention to the effects of ‘this strike, caused by the union and the company, on a substantial portion of the Prince George rider-ship. There are approximately 673 students, staff, and facul- ty that are directly affected by this strike. “Efforts to mitigate the impacts of this strike on the students, by the Northern Undergraduate Student Society has proven difficult,” says Moezine Hasham, Director of University Affairs for the Northern Undergraduate Student Society. “We want to encourage both parties in this dispute to get back to the negotiating table so that a resolution can be reached before the snow starts flying” comments Nedinska MacEachern, Director of External Affairs for the Northern Undergraduates Student Society. Healthcare Referendum Results The NUGSS Board of Directors is pleased to announce the results of the health and dental care refer- endum. As opposed to last year’s referendum, the out- come was a_ resounding majority. The results are as follows: Yes 529 No 188 Spoiled 2 In total, 21% of the student population came out to vote. As the numbers indicate, the referendum passed by a 74% majority. The actual imple- mentation of the plan is still being negotiated. The ser- vice is tentatively set to start in the Winter 2002 (January) semester. It must be stated that this is highly subject to change as the dynamics involved in the plan’s imple- mentation are complex and expensive. Translation: the plan may not take effect until September 2002. NUGSS will keep you all up to date on all of the developments. If there are any questions, please direct them to your directors and NUGSS staff. Dade. Bees a. bio X just Like in st Dae Sat S One dokie ka ‘ | 1. ROMB tT? | j '