Page 2 March 1990 Cassiar Courier Dear Editor, News, however good or bad, travels quickly. The decision of the Stikine Board to release one adminst- rative officer from the Cassiar schools was very disturbing news to receive. The decision ad- versely affects a friend of mine. However, I am writing because the decision will also adversely a£f- fect the quality of education for the students of Cassiar. It is for the young people of Cassiar that this letter is written. I remember your fine academic achievements which you would present in the classroom and at parent nights. I remember how quickly you accepted me as a member of your school and of your community. I remember your achievements on the baseballl field, the basketball court, and the dramatic stage. I remember - when I left, thinking that I had been extremely fortunate to have been involved with you, and to work with such a fine group of dedicated educational profes- sionals, your teachers. You, the students of Cassiar, have also been extremely LOVCUNACe 7 thensaceachersS- ana ad ministrators you have today are special. They care about you. This ‘should not be taken for granted; for, when something is taken for granted, it often dis- appears. The decision by your school board shows that they take for granted the caring professiona- lism of your teachers and ad- ministrators. I am concerned for you that this caring may dis- appear as your educators realize that the school board cares little for education. By reducing the number of administrators in Cassiar schools, your school board shows that it cares more about "dollars and cents" than it does about your education. I am sad for my former col- leagues; but, most of all, I am sad for you, my former students and team members. It is you who will suffer under the leadership of an uncaring school board. For the first time since leaving Cassiar in July, 1989, I am glad that I am no longer employed by School District 87 (Stikine). Sincerely, Ted Beck continued from page ! The students participating felt that their opinions needed to be voiced and believed the best way to do it was through an organized protest. The students marched to the School Board of- fice and soon afterwards I was called. in» to speak to Mr. Vic Pirie. The School Board staff was quite considerate in letting the students know what was going on. Trustee, Mrs. Sethen went outside to talk to the students and to listen to what they had to Say. In the end, the students felt a little better. CASSIAR: — HOSPITAL BOARD __| BEPORT Nurses Notes By Wendy Stark B.S.N. FLU VACCINES have come many questions about Flu Vaccines and how to obtain them. This article will attempt to answer some of those ques- tions. First, not everyone needs or is eligible for a flu vaccine. Only those individuals who are 65 years or older or any age having a chronic condition such as dia- betes, asthma, congenital disease or cancer are eligible and should obtain the vaccine annually be- tween October and December. This is when the Government through Public Health Units, give the vaccines free to those who are eligible. Unfortunately the Gov- ernment has not been able to fill the Public Health Nurse position here in Cassiar, so you must see the Doctor at his office during clinic hours to obtain the vac-— cine. Try to go early in the season (ie. October) because only So much of the vaccine is pro- duced each year and if it comes the end of the season and there is none left, you are out of luck. Second, if you are eligible for the vaccine and do obtain it, be aware that there are a few minor side effects which you may experience. Most commonly 6 to 12 hours after the vaccine has been administered individuals may feel mildly “flu-ish" for one to two days. This is because the vaccine contains the actual flu virus but in a small enough dose for your body to be able to fight it and build immunity to it. Try to be in your best physical health when you come to get your vaccine; don't come if you are still battling a cold or haven't slept the previous night, as your body will have a rougher time battling the small virus dose in the vaccine than if you are in tip top shape. Finally, while this article has attempted to answer your questions regarding Flu Vaccines and has touched on the major points, feel free to call the Hospital with any further ques- tions you may have and remember when you think Oetober and Hal-- loween....Think FLU VACCINE. < a he Pe r+, Troe + Pe "4 4.424.720 2 29% "SOR a are et Oe $255,040 pie ait Bet ee a OS CORIO ON OC OIC * With this year's bout of OUR : a : ae CASSIAR R.C.M:P. submitted by G.F. Martin, Cpl. During my brief time in Cassiar it has become quite ap- parent that several motorists are either not aware of or totally ignoring the SEAT BELT Laws of British Columbia. While I appreciate the fact that Cassiar is a small place and travelling in town is usually at- a slower speed, the fact is accidents still happen and the LAW states you must wear a seat belt and failure to do so can result in a fine of $35.00. The area I find most dis-— tressing is infants being trans- ported in vehicles often standing the seats. up or hanging over This not only very unsafe, but illegal! Two sections of the Motor Vehicle Act cover youths in vehicles and the one is on the driver to ensure seat belts or child restraints are used. Section 217(6) of the Motor Vehicle Act states shall not drive where there is a passenger between the years of 6 and 16 unless these passengers are wearing seat belts." Failure to comply with this could result in the driver being fined $35.00. Even more importantly is that Section 217(9} M.V.A. deals with infants who must be fastened in a child restraint device which is approved by the Canadian Safety Council. — Infants up to 18kg. in weight must be fastened in a properly utilized restraint system. Failure to comply with this could result in the driver bein fined $50.00. ; "A person. During the next few months. we will be conducting random checks and violators can expect to.be charged if they are not complying with our SEAT BELT and CHILD RESTRAINT LAWS. SO LETS BUCKLE UP!!! ee ae ra ae * “Fhe sig ‘ tae on Tay We Ene nthattells |Q40 strangers “We protect our children co . in this neigh- @ PTI) Ch QO 7 Cassiar Courier March 1990 Page 3 ios BC UPDATE ENVIRONMENT A 31-member round table has been appointed to advise the government on the environment and economy. The first task of the round table, headed by industrial relations consultant Charles (Chuck) Connaghan will be to come up with a sustainable development strategy for consideration by cabinet. The members represent science, labor, environmentalists, natives, provincial and local governments, business, industry, fishing, agriculture and ranching. ECONOMIC INDICATORS B.C.’s booming economy continues to attract newcomers from elsewhere in Canada and overseas, with net migration at the end of 1989 reaching 58,627, highest since 1980. The B.C. Help Wanted Index rose 30.4 per cent in December, when the number of people working was 80,000 more than the total employed a year earlier. Retail sales grew 10.3 percent inthe first 10 months, almost double the RESEARCH The B.C. Health Care Research Foundation will get $1 million from the lottery fund to pay for a health promotion research competition. Aim of the competition is to develop projects showing how health promotion can be made to work effectively at the community level. HEALTH The government has given the go-ahead for a $6.1-million health centre in Kelowna to house community and family health services, continuing care services, 3-- ee i a national increase of 5.7 per cent. FILM The B.C. film industry will receive $15 million from the government over the next three years starting with $5 million available in 1990/91. The money will be made available through B.C. Film. HIGH. TECHNOLOGY Kamloops and Vernon will get up to 110 new high-tech jobs as two companies begin converting BC Hydro’s land base and electrical FOST ER PARENT facility maps into a computer data Pe . base format. CANTEX Conversion Services Inc. will hire between 40 and 60 in Kamloops and GeoTechnology International Inc. will hire between 40 and 50 in Vernon. SWAY, SEE THE LATEST FROM THE LEGEND. vital statistics and hospital inspection staff. Construction of the 35,000-square-foot building is expected to begin in late spring with completion in mid-1991. TOURISM The B.C. government will provide $785,000 from lottery funds to help cover costs of the more than 40 events planned to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Alaska Highway in 1992. SECUR-AT-EASE 1980 WE'D LIKE YOU.TO THINK ABOUT BECOMING A The celebration plans are being coordinated by the non-profit Project °92 society with Alaska, Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Alberta. .° ¢ Rs) SATAN Ye Me ote? wrety %% A Future is in he, The Fe irk 0h. oo 0m wee oe ‘ie THE 1990 CATS ARE HERE. Stop by and see the latest wonders from Arctic Cat® Sleds like the new Prowler™sleek, light, agile and fun; it’s been designed from the skis up for incredible handling. Hurry in to see the Prowler and the rest of our legendary line up. 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