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/ ', Jan.27,2010 News* Page 2 Author debunks sellers myths Portion of Dr. Joe Schwarcz book sales go to Haiti relief Ted Andrew Society, has dedicated his life to demystify This is just one part per billion of the In the open question section of the pre Endeavour Staff ing science to the public. food chemical scares that have ravaged sentation, a member of the audience asked One of the examples that Schwarcz society. Schwarcz what to do with all the emails We've all heard those myths about food. used; In his presentation "Sell It For What In times when many tests are being we get concerning food containments. The harmful chemicals, toxins and ele Ifs Worth" was antimony in water. Studies done on the quality of food, Schwarcz says, Schwarcz, very bluntly and specifically ments that food "specialists," say are in our have shown that there are six parts, per "emotion usually trumps science." "Also said, "delete them." food. billion (ppb) of antimony in a glass of numbers and amounts count." Joe Schwarcz has written many books However, with the help of Joe Schwarcz, water. When we eat different foods there is about the food myths that boggle the the audience at the 2010 Tiffin Confer Antimony is a chemical found in the a risk. Schwarcz pointed out that you, publics mind. Some of them are, Dr. Joe ence, were able to become more knowl same category as arsenic. These findings "always need to evaluate the benefit of dif and What you Didn't Know, The Way edgeable about food. of antimony in water have sent the public ferent foods, against the risk." the Cookie Crumbles and the New York "There is a tremendous amount of into a frenzy. Schwarcz also praised the beef produc Times No. 1 best seller, Apple a Day. confusing information," Schwarcz said to However, as Schwarcz pointed out, "if ers that were present for their efforts to Schwarcz had a few books with him to a full house at the La Valley Theatre, at the you were to consume water with 6ppb of make their products not only tasty, but sell. "To you, they are $35. $25 is for me, Lethbridge College campus on January antimony, every day for 75 years (an aver also, healthy to the public. the rest will be going to Haiti." For more 21,2010. Schwarcz, who is the Director of age person's lifespan), there would be no "My background is Hungarian. To me, information on Schwarcz and his books, McGill University's Office for Science and effect whatsoever." salami is a vegetable," joked Schwarcz. go to www.o s s .mc gill.ca/s chwarcz. Local donations helping out Haiti relief Sarah Scott trauma, and distress - Haiti is no different. to the Red Cross and donated directly to text'redcross' to the number '30333' and Endeavour Staff They have opened their doors, hoping the Haiti crisis. $5 will automatically be donated on their to provide an outlet for members of the "The outpour from the community has behalf to the Haiti relief fund, and the With all of the news, images and reports community looking to donate to the Haiti been outstanding," adds Fairweather. charge will appear on their next phone bill. of the devastation occurring in Haiti, relief fund. Though many may have the desire Additional community efforts on behalf much of the world has come together to "In Canada, we have raised $56 million to donate, finances maybe of concern. of the Red Cross, include Gas King, who provide any assistance possible to those for the earthquake support," says Natasha However, hefty donations, while will be donating a portion of every litre in need. However, local citizens may Fair weather, a representative of the Red appreciated, are not necessarily needed by of gas sold to Haiti relief and the Duke of wonder what they're able to do to ease Cross in Lethbridge. However, she hopes everyone. Wellington pub, which will be hosting a the suffering of those affected by the that more can be collected. "$105 million "Small donations make up a huge pancake breakfast on January 20, with all destructive earthquake. will support 300 000 Haitians for three portion of our fundraising." proceeds going to the Red Cross. The Canadian Red Cross, has long been years. There are long-term implications." In fact, the Red Cross has made it For additional information on how you dedicated to providing information, aid Approximately 20 local businesses have possible for people to donate money with can donate, contact the Red Cross at 403- and fundraising for those affected by war, set up fundraisers, which are all given over their cell phones. Citizens, simply need to 327-7117. in BIG at Winners Bingo SATELLITE SPECIAL EVENT FILL YOUR CUPBOARDS! 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After moving to Lethbridge, he started at the U of L in 1969 with the printing department. "It was like running your own business, kinda cool." In the early 70's, he moved to Picture Butte and started at the fire department. By 1977, he was asked to run for city council. He spent nine years on council and nine more as the mayor of Picture Butte before starting his political career as a Reform Photo courtesy of Rick Casson's office Party member. Rick Casson sits in his office anticipating what life outside of the political spectrum will be like. He says although he's not planning to Although Casson is stepping down from run again, he will enjoy the time he has left as Lethbridge Member of Parliament. his position as local MP, he says he's not retiring. He jokes about relaxing around "After I got elected, it sure took a lot the house just long enough to drive his longer to buy groceries," he says jokingly. wife crazy before he finds something new, After reflecting on a lifetime spent in the MACEWAN but for the time being, he has nothing public eye, he can appreciate the anonym planned. ity he found in Ottawa. His ambitious personality pushed him "That's a place you can just disappear, Heal mind, to pursue his dreams of being part of the but I couldn't do it here." political spectrum. Casson says over the years, he never body, and spirit "The pursuit of something is always minded being a public figure, but as time more exciting than after you've caught it. goes on, he feels "a little more protective The first program of its kind in western Canada to receive I worked my way up to manager of the of his weekends" spent at his recreational full government approval, Grant MacEwan University's printing plant... same with council and property with his family. Acupuncture program reflects the highest standards being mayor. I'd always thought in the Outside of the office, Casson is "an old of competency and practice. back of my mind, although I didn't do any car guy." He describes his '67 Plymouth thing active, I wouldn't mind being an MP GTX as" black and nasty and goes fast." This program provides three years of here in Alberta." He laughingly admits from time to time comprehensive study in acupuncture and Later on, Casson and his wife decided he's gotten the odd photo radar ticket. Traditional Chinese Medicine, preparing they would take on the challenge of run "I've always driven a little fast. My wife you to become a Registered Acupuncturist. ning for political office at the provincial got (a ticket) in the mail the other day level. and I said, 'Oh, honey, you got one' and He smiles as he describes his wife she said 'Oh, now I can see your big white Find out more, and her thoughtful devotion to his early head sitting in the driver's seat.'" visit www.MacEwan.ca/acupuncture campaign trail and although there may be Although Casson doesn't know what another election looming, he says they are awaits him in the near future, if he's made ready to take a step back from public life. one thing clear, he's up for the challenge. 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