http://www.newsatniagara.com Nov. 10, 2006 Volume 37, Issue 2

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Lincoln and Welland Regiment Royal Army Cadet Warrant Offi cer James Joyce stands vigil during the Nov. 5 Remembrance Day wreath- laying ceremony at Centennial Park in Fenwick. See pages 11 to 18 for more Remembrance Day coverage. Photo by Shawn Taylor

COMMENTARY Your U>Pass vote needed We remember By NATE LASOVICH be charged for the U>Pass, at a rate campus and the Niagara-on-the- Staff Writer of $15 per month or $60 per term. Lake campus and make inter- By LESLEY SMITH The wheels on the bus go round It can save students up to $750 per regional transportation better. Columnist and round, and now at a lower cost term off regular transportation Implementation will mean a new We live through Nov. 11 every year saying we for students. charges. campus connection route between remember, but do we really? Niagara College’s Student Additional savings come at tax Niagara-on-the-Lake and Welland The reality is few of us have been exposed to Administrative Council (SAC) is time when expired transit passes or during peak hours, as well as 14 war and have no experiences to remember. For asking students to come out and receipts make users eligible for a tax new trips between Niagara Falls me, that has changed. vote during the U>Pass referendum credit on their income tax return. and Niagara-on-the-Lake, eight new In June of 2004 I travelled to France with a from Nov. 13 to Nov. 17. “It would mean dramatic savings trips between Welland and Brock, group of students, parents and teachers from my Voting will take place at polling for students,” says Elsie Vrugteveen, fi ve new trips between Niagara-on- high school to attend the Commemorative Cer- stations at each campus, or online Niagara-on-the-Lake campus SAC the-Lake and Brock, and three new emonies for the 60th Anniversary of D-Day as well as to visit impor- through the student portal. Informa- president. trips between Niagara-on-the-Lake tant sites of war memorials and cemeteries. I could not have guessed tion and referendum terms are avail- “It connects fi ve cities for one and St. Catharines. the impact it would have. able at http://www.ncsac.ca and fare.” The cities are Welland, Nia- Among these new trips will be In Hendecourt-les-Cagnicourt, a small town of 300 residents, http://www.myspace.com/ncsac. gara Falls, Thorold, St. Catharines evening and weekend trips making Dominion Cemetery is located half a kilometre into a fi eld. Now An information session will also and Niagara-on-the-Lake. residence living easier. an unassuming farmer’s fi eld, this is the area where more than 200 be held on Nov. 13 at 12:30 p.m. Students with classes starting in Students get unlimited ridership Canadians fought and were buried during the First World War. in the Secord Room at the Welland September would be charged the on any transit route throughout Getting off the bus, we saw the vivid red of poppies sprinkled campus and at 1:30 p.m. in the fee for the full academic year, while the three systems: St. Catharines, among the vast fi eld around us. Yerich Auditorium at the Niagara- January start students would only Niagara Falls and Welland. It was fi tting to see the prominent symbol we use for remembrance, on-the-Lake campus. be charged for the second term. For more information regarding since it was what happened next that began to change the way I All students enrolled in classes The U>Pass is a universal bus the U>Pass referendum, please visit viewed Remembrance Day. that include an activity fee will also pass that will connect the Welland www.ncsac.ca. Page 2, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 $3.5 million Tech Centre ‘dream come true’ By MARCUS YOUNGREN M. Flaherty, who recognized Welland, Niagara College Student Staff Writer Niagara College as a leader in the Administrative Council Inc., the Niagara College’s offi cial technology fi eld. Regional Municipality of Niagara opening of the Niagara Technology Boyd De Waard, president of and Walker Industries Holdings Skills Centre at its Welland campus Bosch Rexroth Canada Corp., Ltd. were all honoured was held on Nov. 2. was also in attendance as one as President’s Circle Donors and industry partners of the major contributors to the members, with donations were honoured for the parts they project. De Waard confi rmed how of $100,000 or more. played in the development. this new facility would help the John Deere Foundation of The project represents a total “long-term health of the industry.” Canada and Lincoln Fabrics investment of $3.5 million, of He described how people in Ltd. were also recognized as which $1 million was raised benefactors having invested through the Advanced Technology $50,000 or more. The Royal Campaign, drawing the support Bank of Canada Foundation was of industry, the City of Welland, credited as a patron for donating Region of Niagara and Niagara $25,000 or more. College students. “Niagara College will now The new Technology Centre is be able to have a cutting-edge a 929-square-metre expansion of Chair of the Technology Skills technology building, which the original building that consists Centre Kevin Hewitt (left) and demonstrates the college’s of high-tech classrooms and labs, College President Dan Patterson commitment to technology including laser machining, a unveil a plaque during the offi cial programs,” stated Patterson. “The Programmable Logic Controller, opening of the Technology project allows for the consolidation metrology, engineering materials Centre in recognition of of all of the college’s technology and robotics labs. those whose fi nancial support programs at the Welland campus. On hand to commemorate this made the project possible. This consolidation, combined event was college President Dan Photos by with the equipment and facilities Patterson, who described the new Marcus Youngren upgrades, provides opportunities centre as a “dream come true.” for cross-disciplinary interaction He stated the centre provides our response to this need. It allows will provide the students with the industry will be looking to between programs and the shared the students with the skills and for a collaborative approach to the problem-solving skills they Niagara College students for the use of equipment and technology knowledge they require for the technology that mirrors industry.” need today to become innovators future of their companies. that mirrors industry.” best jobs in the industry. The Dean of Technology Christine tomorrow.” He discussed how businesses Niagara College offers 18 college also recognized support Bradaric-Baus was also present Welland Mayor Damian need to take a more active role in technology post-secondary and from the students themselves, who and described the new centre as Goulbourne declared it to be schools “Businesses need to be apprenticeship programs in the invested $250,000, a testament “an indication of the college’s a “proud moment for Niagara more involved in school projects areas of computers, construction, to the students’ dedication and commitment to engineering College, the City of Welland and and curriculum development.” electrical, electronics, mechanical, commitment to the college. programs.” She also acknowledged the Niagara region.” Goulbourne He also expressed his confi dence motive power, photonics and “With this, students emphasize the level of work that went into discussed how the manufacturing in the college and its ability to welding. that they want to graduate from the completion of the project. industry drives the Niagara produce students who will be “With the quality of the the best college,” said Patterson. She stated the project took 2 1/2 region and how Niagara College able to rise to the challenges the facilities, leading-edge technology “Employers have told us that they years to complete with a team is to be credited for its response industry sets. and a top-notch teaching team, require technology graduates who consisting of all 50 staff members to the industry. The mayor also All of those who invested in we (Niagara College) are well are broadly skilled and who have in the Technology division, reminisced on his recent visit to the project were thanked and positioned to be a leader in been exposed to a diverse range of as well as outside contractors. Ottawa, where he met with the recognized. Bosch Rexroth technology in the college system,” disciplines. This project represents Bradaric-Baus adds, “The centre Minister of Finance James Canada Corp., the City of stated Patterson. Colleges seek more funding By ROBYN HOPPER maintenance because colleges have lacked the Staff Writer resources to keep these buildings in “top-notch Niagara College’s balanced budget won’t last long. shape.” Dan Patterson, Niagara College president, says this “The college system has been lobbying the year the college has a balanced budget, but each year government and asking for private sector contributions it is increasingly diffi cult, given the amount of funding to help address our capital needs.” received from the provincial government. Niagara College is embarking on a master plan for PeerPeer TutorsTutors “The reality is that the level of funding makes most the Welland campus. colleges struggle just to keep pace with the rate of Patterson explains, “Master planning tries to infl ation.” identify all the current and future assets of the college He says the college can make its budget work for and connect them to current and future program now, but it will need additional and signifi cant funding requirements. We are currently gathering information next year to sustain the increase in investments the and consulting with Student Administrative Council college has made, “particularly in hiring new faculty representatives and other groups to get their input into and staff over the past few years.” what they envision to be the best physical plans for the “Unfortunately, the reality for all colleges today is Welland campus.” that we are simply struggling to stay afl oat.” The Mackenzie building is “fl agged as a priority” as Have an 80% average or better? The provincial government recently instituted is the review of it and what is possible if the college is Want to help others? Reaching Higher: The McGuinty Government Plan able to secure fi nancial support to replace the facility. for Post-secondary Education. This action plan for “The issue of costs and timelines and what elements Need extra cash? colleges and universities highlights a $6.2 billion would be included in a new building are still at the cumulative investment by 2009-2010. early stages of development,” he says. Visit the office at your campus Ontario colleges are ranked 10th out of the 10 Patterson says the provincial government through provinces in receiving per capita revenue. In other its Reaching Higher plan has begun to address the to apply to be a Peer Tutor! words, Ontario receives the least amount of funding shortfalls in post-secondary education funding. for post-secondary education of all provinces. “The challenge has been that the colleges have The average amount spent on a college education is experienced chronic under-funding in the past 15 62171440 REWARD more than $9,000 a student in other provinces, but in years. This does affect quality, and our goal is to Ontario, it is only $7,500 a student, Patterson adds. continue to point out to the government that the recent Not only are Ontario colleges lacking funding for increases in funding are a good beginning, but more $ 50 students, faculty and staff, but they are also missing needs to be done.” 8 /hr funding for the college structures themselves. He says that in today’s “knowledge economy” Welland Campus: NL Campus: Ontario colleges are about to celebrate 40 years of a college education is more important than ever. SE 102A W103 being in existence. This means most college buildings The provincial government needs to recognize the 905-735-2211, 905-641-2252, are reaching middle age. “A number of major buildings increasingly important role that society is giving to a Ext. 7769 Ext. 4179 are in desperate need of refurbishing and upgrading,” college education and “to reinvest provincial monies says Patterson, in a telephone interview. towards colleges as a reinvestment in the future.” Many college buildings suffer from deferred news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 3 ‘Something for everyone’

By JASON PETZNICK at school, improve. She says she local and long distance numbers of Staff Writer has also seen students stick with employers, use the offi ce computers Stress: a state of mental or their programs because they are no for Internet job searches, talk to one emotional strain. longer struggling with the course of the job coaches or consultants, set This is the defi nition given by content. up mock interviews and photocopy the Oxford Dictionary of Current One of the reasons peer tutoring is your resumé, all free of charge. English. Stress is a problem that successful, according to Tremonte, Meghan Clark, consultant many post-secondary students are is that “tutors have different for graduate and co-operative familiar with, but there are some learning techniques and can pass education, says the Job Centre quick solutions. those on [to the learners].” provides “something for Two offi ces at Niagara College Tutors are carefully selected. everybody.” provide students with all the help Prospective tutors must have a The fi rst person you will meet they need. The Peer Services offi ce minimum grade of 80 per cent in upon entering the Job Centre will Niagara College Job Coach Nathan Brown listens to Meghan Clark, and the Job Centre have offi ces at the course they are tutoring, must most likely be a job coach. These consultant for graduate and co-operative education, at the Welland the college’s Welland campus in the have a passing grade in 70 per cent coaches are students who have campus Job Centre. Secord wing and at the college’s of their courses, must be a full-time been trained to critique resumés, Photo by Jason Petznick Niagara-on-the-Lake campus. student and must have an interest perform job searches and perform These offi ces provide many in helping others, says Tremonte. mock interviews says, Clark. services that can help students who She says that as learners see The Job Centre doesn’t stop are stressed about schoolwork or their grades go up, tutors notice working for students after they fi nances. the same trend because they are graduate either. Job Centre connects The Peer Services offi ce provides reinforcing their own knowledge of “Once you’re a graduate you’re By JENNIFER DESCHAMPS assists employers with the use note takers, scribes and proctors to the subject. Tutors are paid $8.50 always part of the family,” says Staff Writer of wage subsidies to cover the registered students with disabilities, per hour and can use Peer Services Clark. Grads are invited to schedule Two organizations are costs of training individuals but one of its main services is peer as a reference on their resumé. appointments and e-mail their working together as one to meet hired through the program. tutoring. “[Tutoring] always looks great resumés in for critique, says Clark. the needs of both employers and For more than 20 years, Niagara Peer Services Assistant Josie on a resumé,” says Tremonte. These services are available for job seekers. College has provided youth Tremonte says students who make The Job Centre is another place students so they can not only be Since the relocation of between the ages of 16 and 24 use of peer tutoring can see their to go if you are lacking the funds to successful and but also put stress Niagara College’s St. Catharines with job training and placement grades, as well as their confi dence pay for school. You can call or fax to rest. Job Connect program from the in the community, while the Niagara-on-the-Lake campus to St. Catharines Employment the Employment Help Centre, Help Centre has delivered the on July 15, job seekers of all Job Connect program to adults ages have been able to fi nd 25 and older. With these two Don’t cram for your exams everything they need at one agencies now in one location, site. “Niagara College and the not only is the spot accessible St. Catharines Job Centre have to job seekers, but also a vital By KATELYN GALER you are surely in for a higher grade. enjoyed a strong partnership for resource for employers looking Staff Writer Studies have shown the different levels, rhythms several years, and the co-location to hire. According to the Job With those dreadful midterms over, Christmas and melodies within classical music help your brain to of these organizations will result Connect website, http://www. exams are just around the corner. remember more things at once. in an increased capacity to serve jobs.niagarac.on.ca/jobconnect/, An already stressful time, exams are often time- Therefore, when you hit the books, turn down the both individual job seekers the program fi nds employment consuming and sleep depriving. Nevertheless, they Metallica and turn up the Mozart. Serge Grabtchak, a and employers alike,” said for 1,820 people annually and are mandatory. photonics teacher at Niagara College, says he notices Mike Bauer, Niagara College’s assists over 300 employers. There are ways of preparing yourself for these exams students who come to every class are more likely to manager of Youth Employment The St. Catharines Em- without cramming and pulling all-nighters, however. do better. What a concept! He says, “Reading the Services, in a press release. ployment Help Centre, 122 Experienced students and teachers are dishing out textbook to prepare for exams is essential.” Providing unemployed Queenston St., is open week- their best-kept study secrets. Textbooks can be a very signifi cant source of individuals with the skills and days, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sarah Hogg, 21, is a psychology major at Brock information; even a dictionary can be your best friend. strategies they need to fi nd a the services are free. To make an University in St. Catharines. She says the best way Sarah Reeder, a Niagara College student studying job and succeed in the labour appointment, call Niagara to study for exams is to start early, leaving yourself nursing, says she likes to fi nd old exams and practice force is the main objective of the College Job Connect at 905- plenty of time to consult professors and other resources on them. “You just have to go to the library and look program. Job Connect, funded 684-4881 or the St. Catharines when you have questions. “I also them up. Usually the exams are by the Ministry of Training Employment Help Centre at make fl ash cards and get someone ‘Textbooks can be a pretty similar to the previous Colleges and Universities, also 905-685-1353. to quiz me until I know all of the year’s.” cards by memory.” very signifi cant source Jena Wayda, a police Leaving all studying until the foundations graduate at Mohawk last minute will cause unwanted of information; even a College in Hamilton, says she Counselling sessions available stress and call for cramming. always has something special in By LESLEY SMITH studying/counselling/ and includes “I like to study with a buddy if I dictionary can be your mind for the end of exams. Staff Writer a monthly newsletter. can because usually one of us will best friend.’ “My roommates and I plan to They’re here for you. Free workshops are also being know the answers to a question,” go out the after the last day of The Niagara College Counselling held at both campuses. The website says Hogg. She also says it is exams. It gives me something Services offer counselling sessions, includes the dates and locations of good practice to teach someone about a topic because extra to look forward to, like a reward.” workshops and an online newsletter these. Workshop topics include it helps not only the receiver of the information, but To be motivated in other ways, look up the to students. Running Out of Money?, Improve also the giver. scholarships and bursaries available to students with Jocelyne Briggs, a counsellor at Your Study Skills, Rescue 911 Everyone learns differently. Once you fi gures out outstanding achievement in their classes. Niagara for 25 years, says she thinks – Messages of Suicide, Stressed? by what method you learn best, you should study by Ellie Hogg, 20, a biology major at Brock University, many students take advantage Anxious? and others. that means. For example, you may be a photographic says that highlighting key points in her textbook that of the counselling services for “It’s our way of reaching more learner and remember things more easily by charts correspond with her notes during the semester helps academic, personal, fi nancial and students and providing more and graphs, or you might fi nd you remember more by her prepare for exams. career-related help. information for students who may writing things out over and over again. “I try to keep really good notes so I’m not scrambling Briggs says the services are or may not come into counselling Some students record notes orally and then play the in the days leading up to one.” important within the college individually,” says Briggs. tapes back to themselves. She says she also gets together with classmates in system to help students achieve Services are available weekdays All of these ways are a fi ne approach to studying. groups so that everyone can share their notes in case their goals and to make a positive from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at Amanda Kennedy, 19, a sport management student they missed a lecture or two. experience for them. She notes the Welland and Niagara-on-the- at Brock University, says she likes to use all three A typical problem when it comes to studying is that if the resources aren’t here to Lake campuses. methods. procrastination. help the students, staff will help Evening hours, until 7:30 p.m., “It’s important not to get bored, or you might want You may decide that you need to clean your room, students contact outside resources are available on Tuesdays for to quit early. I try to study in many different ways.” do your laundry and eat a three-course meal before and agencies. the Niagara-on-the-Lake campus She also says taking breaks is important. “I like you get down to work. Coming in for an appointment and Wednesdays at the Welland to take walks or go to the gym.” Kennedy says the Procrastination is diffi cult to avoid, but try to be with counsellors is not the only campus. Internet also distracts her easily, so she makes sure aware of it and think of the long-term effects it will way students can go about seeking To make an appointment call that instant messaging and LimeWire are turned off have on your studying and grades. assistance. The department has a 905-735-2211 ext. 7778 (Welland when she’s studying on the computer. Last, although McDonald’s food may seem tempting, website through the college site campus) or 905-641-2252 ext. 4409 Although listening to your favourite music might quick and easy, strive to eat healthful foods that will at http://wwww.niagarac.on.ca/ (Niagara-on-the-Lake campus). put you in a good mood, if you choose classical works give you energy, including a good breakfast. Page 4, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 Frank’s Hot Sauce student’s secret ingredient Pat Kennedy creates marvelous mouth-watering meals

BY STEPHEN BOSCARIOL has a good fl avour and gives everything an extra Staff Writer kick.” “Pass me the Frank’s,” says Police Foundations “Pat’s steamed hot dogs are probably the best dogs program student Pat Kennedy. I’ve ever had,” says Niagara College Law and Security Kennedy is in his second year at Niagara College, Administration student Kevin Ramsbottom. one of many college students responsible for preparing “When you get home from a long day at school or a self-cooked meals. long night of partying, then one of those steamed hot “Whatever we have in the house, I can turn into a dogs just hits the spot.” fi esta of great food.” Kennedy has his own techniques for making In a house full of male testosterone, Kennedy fi nds his dishes. himself cooking for not only himself, but also his fi ve “For the steamed hot dogs, all I do is put a boiling roommates. pot of hot water on the stove element, crank it up to “At least once a night I’ll get up and take a look max and throw a couple of dogs and buns in a strainer. around for something to make,” says Kennedy. Then I put the strainer over the boiling pot and wait,” “Pat’s fi estas are legendary at our house,” says says Kennedy. Niagara College broadcasting student Jory Lions. “I guess you can say that I’ve learned the art of “The guy turns nothing into a delicious display of food cooking just from living away from home. I never made that I can actually eat.” anything before I came to college,” says Kennedy. “It’s not all that tough to do, but I guess when you’re “It’s fun throwing food together with the hope it’ll in school, making food isn’t the fi rst thought on your taste good.” mind,” says Kennedy. “I just like to make a meal that With a long year still ahead and many more meals everyone can enjoy!” to make, Kennedy has one last word of advice to Kennedy doesn’t have a secret to his house-favourite those who are in his situation and need to cook for meals, such as his triple-decker tortilla chips or his themselves: Second-year Police Foundations program student Pat Kennedy mouth-watering Mr. Noodle bowls. “The hot sauce, it’s all about the hot sauce!” slaves over a hot stove. “Lots of hot sauce. Frank’s Hot Sauce is the best, Photo by Stephen Boscariol ACE Niagara will host Boston Pizza sponsors Niagara athletes By KEITH LAING regular patrons of the restaurant “While the regular menu may Staff Writer since its opening. not be designed for the high- wine, cheese social Nov. 21 The recipe for a championship “I can tell that there are lots of performance athlete, we do have By MIRA NASSER athlete starts with the right sauce. students just by looking at the a special healthier menu,” says Staff Writer Boston Pizza, at 934 Niagara crowds that come in.” Sainsbury. ACE Niagara will be hosting its annual wine and cheese networking St. in Welland, has agreed to a As for an increase of business Dishes such as Californian Pizza social on Nov. 21 at the college’s Niagara-on-the-Lake campus. sponsorship deal with the Niagara since the sponsorship, Sainsbury and Peppered Chicken ‘n Veggies The event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Corporate College Athletic Department. says there hasn’t been much to can be found in the delicious Training Centre, in the West wing beside the president’s offi ce. All The restaurant, which opened talk about. alternatives section of the menu proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Cancer Society. in April of 2006 under owner/ “It hasn’t really gotten any and won’t make you feel guilty All 110 tickets for the event have been sold at $5 each. The ticket manager Trevor Sainsbury, will busier since school’s been back. about eating out. includes two cups of wine and food from around the world cooked by provide a fi ve per cent rebate on all I just fi nd we’re busy on different Also a sponsor of Welland Minor students in the Business Administration – International Business receipts returned at the end of days of the week.” Hockey and various men’s leagues program. each month. The Boston Pizza franchise offers sports, Sainsbury says he is glad to Fair Trade Niagara will also be launching some of its new products Both food and beverages will be an appetizing menu, covering be able to assist the college. imported from international villages. included in the rebate, which will Italian favourites like pizza and Boston Pizza will also be ACE (Advancing Canadian Entrepreneurship) is a non-profi t assist the Scholarship program pasta but also incorporating sponsoring Niagara College’s organization that encourages Canadian university and college students for athletics and academics. Drop sandwiches, chicken and rib male and female athlete of the to create bright futures for themselves and their communities through boxes are located around the entrees. week as well as supplying dinner their entrepreneurship skills. campuses. It also takes the healthy lifestyles vouchers to be used as prizes in This is the third year ACE Niagara has held a fundraiser. Last year’s Sainsbury, who also owns a of athletes into consideration, the spectator skills competitions event raised $500 for the Red Cross. franchise in Grimsby, Ont., says providing choices on the menu that held at half-time. To learn more about ACE Niagara and its events, visit the website Niagara College students have been favour wholesome eating habits. http://www.aceniagara.com.

62174009 Molson promotes alcohol awareness Exams Are Almost Here! By ANDREA DYER Be Prepared…Get Informed… Staff Writer “University is a time when many students Molson Canada is joining forces with 170 develop drinking habits that can affect the rest of Attend These Workshops! university and college campuses across Canada their lives,” says Molson Canada’s FREE to launch an alcohol-awareness program set to Vice-President of Government and Public reach about one million students and half a Affairs Ferg Devins, in an e-mail. million parents this year. “Through education, sponsorships and Dedicated to positive student life and healthy responsible use messaging, Molson Canada is PROCRASTINATORS decision-making, the Student Life proud to play our part in Education Company and Bacchus encouraging the Canada will deliver Molson responsible and moderate use UNITE! Canada’s Responsible Use of alcohol.” program on campuses around the While 5-0 taxis in St. nation for the next four months. Catharines are participating, Stop the vicious cycle… The program’s campaign will cabs in Welland have not distribute kits including a DVD, posters, confi rmed their participation in the Taxi Dolars • Mon. Nov. 13, 2006 podcasts and other promotional materials free program. Since the main component of the cam- of charge to students wishing to educate paign kits are the Taxi Dollar vouchers, Niagara 1:30 - 2:30pm themselves about drinking and healthy College After Hours Bar Manger choices. Jeremy Robillard says the campaign kits will not N.O.T.L. Campus • Room E310 Vouchers called Taxi Dollars, valid in 500 be ordered for the Welland campus. cities and towns across Canada, will be For more information about Taxi Dollars and Counselling Services distributed as an alternative to driving under the participating cab companies, We’re Here To Help! infl uence. visit http://www.taxidollars.com. news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 5 Vote Municipal Elections Vote20062006 Ward 6 - Port Dalhousie Ward 5 - Grantham • Tim Atherton • Dawn Dodge • Susan Bassett • Brian Dorsey • Mark Klimchuk • Laura Ip St. Catharines • Richard Martinelli • Bill Phillips • David Prentice • Salvatore Sorrento • Norm St. George • Mike Sullivan • Len Stack • Tony Tullo Mayoral Race • Bruce Williamson Marilyn C. Bodogh Occupation: Writer/broadcaster Bodogh is a champion curler who brought home two gold medals Ward 3 - St. George’s in 1986 and 1996 for Canada. • Darren Platakis My top issue is: Putting $100 million in new investment and new • Peter Secord economic development opportunities. Ward 4 - St. • Greg Washuta Patrick’s • John Bacher Sue Erskine • Bill Buckle Occupation: Deputy Mayor last three years. • Matthew Cutler It has been my honour to serve the last six years on council, the • Mark Elliot • Heather Foss last three as deputy mayor. • Charles Gervais My top issue is: Control expenditures - value for tax dollars. • Milica Kovacevich Preston Haskell Occupation: Businessman, artist, author, for 37 years Twice named Canadian Professional Photographer of the Year. Founded the Niagara Institute of Photography in 1992. My top issue is: Fight tax increase. Ward 2 - St. Andrew’s • Cameron Donevan Ward 1 - Merritton • Andrew Gill • Jeff Burch Brian McMullan • Joseph Kushner • Robbie Roberta Craine Occupation: Grantham Ward - City Council • Wayne Sadlak • Sheila Morra Helped implement what we know today as the blue box recycling • Jennifer Jennie Stevens program. My top issue: Create an open, accountable City Hall. Rob Welch Occupation: Lawyer Gary Robbins Three-term Regional Councillor, Regional Municipality of Niagara, Occupation: Self-employed movie actor, stuntman, wrestler and representing St. Catharines 1985-1994. bodyguard, motivational speaker to schools. My top issue: Growth for downtown sector Known as the tallest man in Canada at 7’5”, Gary is an active member of Civil Air Search and Rescue Niagara and appeared as Emad Zawady a stuntman on the X-fi les. Occupation: Nurse My top issue: Move forward with the new hospital system. The Co/founder of St. Catharines Orthodox Church, a former ship captain, and human rights activist. Jackie Phelan My top issue: Freeze property taxes for next three years. Occupation: Walker Industries employee Phelan was invited by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario to travel across the province to orient newly elected St. Catharines election night: Monday, Nov. 13 councillors to municipal politics. For more info: www.stcatharines.ca My top issue: Attract sustainable jobs and careers. Welland election night: Monday, Nov. 13 For more info: www.city.welland.on.ca Ward 4 - (two to be elected) • David Alexander Ward 1 - (two to be elected) • Pat Chiocchio • Rick Alakas • Mary Ann Grimaldi Welland Mayoral Race • Brigitte Chiki • John MacLellan • John Tryfi ak Dan Fortier Occupation: Account Representative • Leo Van Vliet Municipal Councillor for the last nine years, served and • Cam Wilson cared for the City of Welland and its citizens. • Stephen Yari My top issue: Economic development. Damian Goulbourne — Current Mayor Occupation: Current mayor of Welland/ Niagara College Tourism Development (Graduate Certifi cate) professor Goulbourne began his political career as mayor of the Ward 2 - (two to be elected) Ward 5 - (two to be elected) City of Welland on Dec. 1, 2003. He has been a professor • Frank Campion • Dan Beaudoin at Niagara College since 1999. • Venanzio Aʼddario • Gerry Bisson My top issue: Continue to invest in infrastructure with a renewed focus on roads and recreation projects. • Ray DiMartile • Mark Dzugan • Joe McDonald • Rocky Letourneau John Watt • Hank Nikitczuk • Tom Lunardon Occupation: Self-employed • Barry Sharpe • David Maxwell Muise He’ll forsake his love and his music to run for mayor • Crystal Parsons of Welland. My top issue: Dealing with the secret society of crime. John R. Parisee Occupation: Small business owner Ward 3 - (three to be elected) An active participant in local issues, he has learned • Mike Beaudoin fi rst hand the concerns and diffi culties facing ordinary people. • Mike Belcastro Ward 6 - (two to be elected) My top issue: Real change at City Hall. • Frank Degazio • Toni Eybel • Jim Gillap • Earl Lunn John Mastroianni Occupation: Retired principal • Paul Grenier • Jim Larouche • George Kouros He is co-chair of the Niagara Food Festival and served • Sandy OʼDell Welland City Council for two terms. • David Treppiedi • Terry Wintle My top issue: Industrial development. McLean Ryan by Pagination Page 6, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 HBC gives generous donation Workshop offers tips for saving money By LESLEY SMITH rowing money from others, failing Staff Writer to pay bills on time and working At the end of the money, I always long hours or multiple jobs. have a month left. Now what? “The earlier you deal with it, That is how the college’s the easier the solutions are,” said counselling services’ workshop Madsen. Possible solutions he called Running Out of Money? gave included planning ahead and began. Money woes are something having a budget. college students everywhere In his book, The Debt-Free experience. Graduate, Murray Baker writes The workshop was held on Oct. that students should “look at what 23 in the meeting room of the your major expenses are going to Student Administrative Council be.” He says students should come building of the Welland campus. up with an estimate and even over- Tips were offered to estimate those expenses. students experiencing fi nancial Changes in family circumstances complications from debt and to and emergencies are possible issues students looking to pick up tips that consume money a student can’t for the future because, no matter plan for. how you look at it, college is an Baker suggests planning “for the expensive investment. money you will need and when you Hudson’s Bay Company presented a donation of $5,000 to St. Catharines General Hospital at the Scarborough’s Centennial will need it” to be sure you will Zeller’s grand opening in the Seaway Mall on Niagara Street in Welland, on Sept. 23. College’s website says, “As a have the money to spend. Photo by Jennifer Deschamps general guideline, single students Credit Counselling of Regional living on their own can expect to Niagara’s (CCRN) Money Basics, spend about $9,500 per academic a Guide to Personal Finances, says, year on living expenses, tuition, “Good money management begins books and supplies.” with goal setting. Goals give you Reference site gives new opportunities The Canadian Bankers direction.” Association’s (CBA) website, at The guide suggests that spending By DARYL BARNHART However, the new online resource website, the service broadens and http://www.yourmoney.cba.ca/, time, not money, can help you stay Staff Writer Repvine.com exists to help you strengthens the referral process by offers a way to calculate how much out of debt. Future Offi ce Administration collect meaningful information taking one of the most important money a student will need for the “People can very often avoid – Executive program graduate about yourself, help increase your business exercises, getting and school year. unnecessary fi nancial hardship if Robyn Monteleone says she knows chances of receiving an excellent giving a reference, and puts it School costs, however, are not all they spend a little bit of time and a job reference means as much as a online reference and disallow job online for public viewing. that students are spending money set up a proper budget.” says the diploma, and a recently graduated recruiters from making incorrect This means that people do not on. The workshop’s PowerPoint guide student has to get the best reference inferences. have to wait for when references presentation also pointed to The CBA website also includes possible. “The web is a great equalizer, are needed, nor do they have to students being unable to decide tips on how to budget. The main She says she knows the Internet allowing people and companies limit themselves to just two or between need and want, addictions message of the workshop was to makes fi nding large amounts of of all sizes to coexist on equal three references. and indulging in hobbies. not be afraid or wait to seek help. information about any individual footing,” said Hagai Yardeny, When told about RepVine.com “Every time you spend money “A lot of times we are lazy, and easier than ever before by mixing a RepVine’s creator, in a press and what it offers, Monteleone said on something, it’s a choice,” said that’s one of the problems,” said combination of Google, blogs and release. she would be interested in the Rep- Niagara counsellor Erik Madsen at Madsen. Facebook. “Sites like Google make it Vine services when she applies for the workshop, adding you have to Appointments with CCRN can “I’m not even sure what could be incredibly easy to fi nd information her co-op and then for entry-level consider the impact your spending be made by calling 905-684-9401 out there,” the 19-year-old Niagara of all types, but it’s a double-edged positions after graduation in 2008. will have on everything else. or 1-800-663-3973. College student said. “I’ve been sword. Once information is out “I have never heard of anything “You’d be surprised where your Appointments with the college’s online since the late ‘90s. Who on the web, it almost never goes like this,” she said. “I think it money is going sometimes,” said counselling services can be made knows what people could fi nd if away,” he added. could be very valuable, especially Madsen. by calling 905-735-2211 ext. 7778 they looked?” RepVine works around the to people with little or no Warning signs of fi nancial trou- (Welland campus) or 905-641- Monteleone said that people online-community philosophy, experience.” ble include cutting spending on 2252 ext. 4409 (Niagara-on-the- should be concerned about what basing itself on networking. While RepVine’s services important things such as food, bor- Lake campus). they post online and how it could Members can post commentary are being most heavily used by affect their career chances. on themselves and collect positive entry-level job seekers, the site 62174012 This means the comments posted comments from other members. is also a favourite of freelancers, on myspace.com or the videos an Alternatively, people are able to consultants, professional net individual creates and uploads on see where other RepVine members workers and even the online dating Exams Are Almost Here! youtube.com can be unearthed and agree or disagree with the current community. possibly made to work against an comments on one’s profi le. RepVine is on the Internet at Be Prepared…Get Informed… applicant. According to RepVine’s http://www.repvine.com. Attend These FREE Workshops! IMPROVE YOUR Welland installs new traffi c lights STUDY SKILLS By JULIANNE VAN DYK Pedestrian traffi c is heavy because of the college’s Staff Writer campus on Woodlawn and the YMCA beside it. • Mon. Nov. 13, 2006 If you are taking a way to school that would bring Rosati says the lights were operational on Aug. you to Woodlawn Road near Niagara College in 8 and they have had “about the same amount” of 12:30 - 1:30pm Welland, you might have noticed the new traffi c problems as any normal traffi c light. Welland Campus • Meeting Room - SAC Building lights at Woodlawn and Champlain roads. For traffi c lights, in general, he says, “We get The lights, approved by Welland’s Public Works calls every day.” • Mon. Nov. 20, 2006 Committee and Council, were installed in August. An incident he recalls as an example is that he 1:30 - 2:30pm The need was supported by standards set for received an e-mail from the mayor that the lights N.O.T.L. Campus • Room E310 pedestrian traffi c. were not operating as they should. Traffi c Operations Technician Nick Rosati says, The drivers on Champlain were sitting at the “Eventually Woodlawn Road will turn into four lights too long while the drivers on Woodlawn had Counselling Services lanes (of vehicle traffi c)” and that could cause much more time. He says it was just a simple timing problems for residents and pedestrians. change and the problem was solved. We’re Here To Help! news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 7 Niagara receiving award Trivia party at college By NADINE WEBSTER Staff Writer Niagara College is calling all trivia buffs for industry research to its third annual Trivial Pursuit Party at the Niagara-on-the-Lake campus. By JENNIFER “Niagara College takes industry-driven, assessing The event starts at 5 p.m. at the DESCHAMPS great pride in making a strong products and services related Convocation Hall on Nov. 18. Winners will Staff Writer contribution to the economic to the challenges faced by be announced at 11 p.m. The Ontario Ministry of health of Niagara by helping business. Tickets are $25 a person, or $20 for Research and Innovation is the region’s business and The CNII helps smaller those with Niagara College student cards. awarding $3.5 million to 10 industry develop and maintain companies in Ontario become The game is played in teams of six to eight colleges under the Ontario a competitive edge,” says competitive and uphold that people. Research Commercialization President Dan Patterson, in a competitiveness within the Players are subject to four gruelling Program (ORCP). college press release. market. They help industry rounds, incorporating questions from the This is the fi rst time an award “With this investment by evaluate its needs using real Trivial Pursuit home game. has been presented to colleges the province, and through this CNII tools and techniques, “It’s a wide open event for students, for the purpose of funding unique partnership with other conduct research for product staff, other colleges and even politicians,” industry-focused research colleges, we look forward to development in order to says Rob Falconer, event co-ordinator for and commercialization. helping Ontario business and transfer technology to the the Centre for Community Leadership at “ORCP supports working industry to compete with the industry, and provide access Niagara College. Rob Falconer, event co-ordinator for partnerships between compa- world.” to equipment and specialized The schedule of events includes a light the Centre for Community Leadership nies and Ontario researchers Ten schools form the Col- knowledge. buffet by the Niagara Culinary Institute at Niagara College, will referee the to help speed the develop- lege Network for Industrial An Industry Strategy Board (NCI) at 8 p.m. There will be a cash bar, third annual Trivial Pursuit Party at the ment process and give each Innovation (CNII), an or- of industry leaders governs prizes to be won from a silent auction and a Niagara-on-the-Lake campus. partner a competitive advan- ganization that combines its the CNII and is responsible 50/50 draw, including hockey sticks signed Photo by Nadine Webster tage,” says a ministry news knowledge and resources for for keeping the focus. by Walter Gretzky, father of Wayne Gretzky, programs. release. research and commercializa- According to the press re- and an iPod dock. Gamers will get a chance “The goal for the event is to provide These collaborations al- tion activities. This union of lease, support for the network to meet event emcees Jack Peets and Lori scholarships and bursaries,” says Falconer. low small- and medium-sized colleges comprises Algon- will be provided by Industrial Love from the 105.7 FM morning show, “It’s a widely supported activity.” For every companies quicker access to quin, Centennial, Conestoga, Innovation Centres within and Danny Zzzz, hypnotist and “sleight-of- dollar Niagara College raises, the Ontario intellectual property and pro- Fanshawe, George Brown, college research offi ces. hand artist.” government will donate $1.67. vide Ontario’s top researchers Humber, Niagara, Seneca, Niagara College is a For this year’s event, organizers have a Sponsors include The Audio Loft, Sun- with the latest sophisticated Sheridan and St. Clair. specialized resource for new way to deter cheaters. “Unfortunately, burst Communications, Niagara this Week, equipment and research tools The focus of research done hospitality and tourism, as we had quite a few cheaters last year.” Johnson Insurance, and, of course, Hasbro, within institutions, according by the CNII is on “incremental well as viticulture and agri- Cell phones, BlackBerries, Palm Pilots or the maker of the original Trivial Pursuit to the news release. innovation.” It is mainly business. reference books are not permitted, and the game. Cheater Police will be out with a roaming “Even though it’s for scholarships and camera. fundraising, it’s primarily a fun event.” “We’ll make an announcement at the Organizers are reminding those wishing Simcoe elevator repaired and ready beginning of the competition. If the roaming to participate to register early, as seating is limited and tables are on a fi rst-come, fi rst- By KRIS DUBE 18 several improvements affected by this. camera catches anyone, we’ll fl ash their served basis. Staff Writer were made, including new “We made sure it was well- picture on display while a siren goes off,” For more information, or to register, The elevator in the Simcoe controls, pistons, drive, publicized,” says Barnhart. says Falconer. visit http://www.niagarac.on.ca or e-mail building at the Welland interior and exterior, says College employees received Proceeds support the Niagara College [email protected]. campus is better than it has Barnhart. These upgrades notices through e-mail; as Foundation’s student fi nancial assistance ever been. aren’t the result of any well, there was a notice on Service contractors specifi c malfunction, but the college website http:// started working on it for one it just “needed an upgrade. www.niagarac.on.ca. day less than two months We’ve had to work on it “Signs were posted ago providing upgrades, before for different reasons throughout the college also. RSTCX HM @TRSQ@KH@ which are becoming more but have never had an We never really received any of a standard procedure for upgrade of this degree.” complaints,” says Barnhart. public elevators. 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news@niagara is a practical lab for Journalism-Print program students studying at Niagara College. Opinions expressed in editorials and columns are not those of news@niagara management or the college administration. Columns, identified as such, reflect only the writerʼs opinion. Readers are welcome to respond to columnists by e-mail at [email protected] Feel thankful for those brave soldiers It is a day much like any other for most young Young people lack the ability to relate to the day it’s about taking a minute or two out of your day to people. and thus tend to ignore it. We think that since we think about and be grateful for what you do have. On Nov. 11 we walk the halls at college, briefl y were not involved in war, and cannot genuinely These people gave their lives so that we could live taking notice of garments adorned with bright red “remember,” the day has no relevance for us. in peace, so the least we could do is acknowledge fl owers. What we fail to realize is the fact that we too their courage and sacrifi ce. We pin these poppies onto our clothes as a are affected by war because our way of life is a In fact, Remembrance Day becomes more symbol of remembrance for those who have died direct result of these struggles. The key is to try to signifi cant with each passing year. At this point to protect our freedom in the First World War and understand why they were fi ghting and what they we are verging on the transition from veterans the confl icts that followed. We pause for a minute were fi ghting for: the freedoms that we as Canadian telling us what happened, to reading about it in of silence but often fail to see anything beyond this citizens take for granted. history books. gesture. The point is to feel thankful for what we have and Veterans and victims of war did not need a We want to remember but don’t know exactly show appreciation for those who made it possible reminder of the atrocities because they witnessed how. Youth feel removed from Remembrance through personal sacrifi ce. Youth waste so much these events. Our generation needs this day more Day, an understandable response since most of our time and energy not “getting it” that they miss the than ever because it is all we have to remind us. parents were not around to experience world war. point altogether. When you wear a poppy, sport it proudly, We see how important the day is to our elders, yet It is not about pretending to care or faking keeping in mind the value of what it represents. we can’t seem to feel connected to it. feelings of grief for people we never knew. Rather, JENNIFER DESCHAMPS Wear your poppy for veterans of war

Wear a poppy with pride, and respect the two the world developed into what it is today, we will Remembrance Day should be a time to ponder minutes of silence on Nov. 11 to remember those participate in Remembrance Day with whatever the present battles we face as a country, and the who fought and died. connection with war we ourselves have found. future. Whether you hear “In Flanders fi elds the poppies Modern society gained rights and freedoms At this time we must also remember the Canadians blow between the crosses, row on row ...” or evolving from war, although, in all honesty we who have been deployed in Afghanistan. War is bagpipes or guns blasting inside your head while tend to forget this fact. still with us. paying homage to the veterans, do not let your Therefore, this Remembrance Day, instead of We must be aware of the current terror facing the mind stray from point. worrying about where the party is at this weekend world because of North Korea’s nuclear warheads. We remember because we are thankful for those or how you’re going to fi nish the assignment We have come into a new age of technology. Who who fought for our country. you’ve been putting off, take time out of your busy knows what weapons may be developed in the In the First World War, Canada suffered more life to respect the men and women who gave you future? than 60,000 casualties, so at the 11th hour, on what you take for granted. Although we have had this melting pot of the 11th day, of the 11th month we Canadians If you are given the opportunity to present a multiculturalism, we still cannot band together for recognize the signifi cance of the armistice signing wreath at your local Remembrance Day ceremony, peace on earth, as clichéd as that sounds. that resulted in peace. embrace it with enthusiasm and place the wreath As John Mayer says, “We keep on waiting for It is diffi cult for our generation to relate to war, as a token of your respect for all those who are the world to change.” but with history books as reference and a passion or who have represented our country in a time of CHRISTINE KENNEDY for discovering where we came from and how war. news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 9 NEWSCOLUMNS@NIAGARA Thankful for being alive Let’s give them thanks They are people of extreme wisdom. collided with the highway divider. fi rst time that night how blessed I They have seen more than others younger In a matter of minutes, we’d got was to be walking out of such an than they are have. They give us their time, a new perspective on life: we were accident. love and joy. They are our grandparents. upside down. Now all of us were With a stunned look on her When we were children, they spoil us screaming, the three of us shouting face, I could see that Maggie was with sweets and toys. They shower us with obscenities and wondering what thinking the same thing. Someone gifts and fun times. The most important had happened. was looking out for all of us. thing they give us as children, though, is As I looked out from behind my Red lights fl ashed nearby as the By KELLY ESSER their time. They play with us, talk to us and glasses, it all felt surreal, as if I ambulance came to a stop in front Columnist teach us how to do things for ourselves. were watching a bad movie chase of us. I remember that fi rst time that I went out By ROSE SOMR scene in which a car had spun out I tried to breathe deeply, taking in on my grandpa’s boat and went down the river and out onto the bay. Columnist on the highway, in hot pursuit by the night air, when I met resistance. It felt as if we were going out into the middle of nowhere. the police. I expected a friend to I walked, with my friends, to the I remember the times when they took my brother and me to the Sometimes, a peaceful starlit nudge me in the ribs, hand me the ambulance, and was immediately animal farm. night can turn into a spinning, bowl of popcorn and say, “Wow, told I was going to have to go to As a teenager, my grandmother gave me her dish set for my future sparking mess. what a wreck!” the hospital. home. They were her good dishes she had had for most of her life. While bumping along in the back The sparks fl ew as metal scraped Inside the ambulance, the Out of all the grandchildren, she chose me. When I wanted a nice of the ambulance, with the straps pavement, and the only sounds I paramedic examined my bruises, hope chest to put them in, she offered hers to me to hold them safe. holding me on the stretcher, I stop could hear were those of my friends already spreading up from under When I didn’t think my grandparents could give me any more to think of how lucky I am to be, and me yelling. my skin, and dyeing it a purple-red than they already had, my grandfather, who knew how to blow for the most part, unharmed. In my mind, I envisioned a colour. glass, made me a delicate glass ship for my 18th birthday. I cried I try to breathe in deeply, but the Hollywood-calibre explosion, Hours later, once discovering when I saw it because I knew it was made especially for me. It took pain in my chest feels as if someone where the lucky characters would that there was no great threat for him almost a week to make it perfect, but he did it just for me. The is stepping down on me. From the narrowly escape the wreckage, my safety but that I was going to strands of glass are delicately suspended there in the air, making the cut on my shin a small amount of only to look on as their vehicles feel like I was put through a vice, ship’s sails. blood trickles, but I barely notice. became bonfi res on the side of the I was able to make the nervous They tell us about what it was like “back in the day” when anything I listen to the paramedic road. journey back to Welland and, at cost only a nickel. They told us about how much easier getting a job chattering away, as she makes Suddenly, we stopped spinning, long last, sleep. and supporting the family was. light conversation. The ambulance and for about 30 seconds, I sat, After a day fi lled with turkey When we least expect it, some of us lose those grandparents, those rolls on. frozen and clinging to my seatbelt and giving thanks, I had wondered people of extreme wisdom and love. Not even an hour earlier, I was strap. Then Maggie’s voice snapped exactly what I was thankful for. It In July 2005, I lost one of those grandparents I loved. I lost my riding smoothly down the highway me out of my shocked stillness. took a spun-out, fl ipped car in the grandfather who made me the glass ship. Although I wish I had had in a black Sunfi re GT, laughing and “Rosie, come on! Get out now!” middle of a cold night in October, more time with him, I know that he is at peace. talking with my friends as I looked I heard her yelling over again, so I until I knew: I was thankful for Every time we lose another one of our seniors, we lose a little bit up out of the window at the stars unclipped my seatbelt (no easy task being alive, for being able to see more of our country’s history. They are the ones who fought in the and the bright moon guiding us upside down), and maneuvered my best friend again, my mother world wars to keep us free. They are the ones who helped build and back home. myself out of the back seat and again and my boyfriend again. shape our country. A sudden jerk jolted me out of through what remained of the front I was thankful for not having my As we age and as we start to understand our history, we should my thoughts, as I heard screaming passenger window. dreams ripped away from me with learn to embrace and listen to our seniors. Be thankful for them. and wondered who was making all As I clung to my best friend, and one jerk of a steering wheel. Remember the toys, candy, time and love they gave to us, and that noise. I was, I realized, as we our driver, Adam, I realized for the continue to do the same in the future.

Moving on ... to the rest of our lives Column Criteria Journalists. including those in the Journalism-Print program to start a job once I leave school, came to Niagara for a reason. at Niagara College, are taught that their reporting must be but I’m not sure I will be able to do Since I’ve been here I have met balanced, fair and as objective as possible. That rule must that because of the availability of some of the most amazing people also exist for columns written by reporters. jobs in my fi eld. on the planet: everyone I met in In columns, the feelings and opinions of reporters are welcome, I could apply for different jobs, residence last year, all the people but balance, fairness and objectivity must never be disregarded but there are so many other people from the Niagara region I’ve or treated lightly. Our columns, which are clearly identifi ed who are educated specifi cally for met, everyone from my program, as such, do not refl ect the opinions or feelings of the Niagara those jobs. The last thing I want is everyone from the varsity teams College administration or the management of the to end up as one of those middle- here, my roommates this year news@niagara. Columns refl ect the opinion of only one person: By JASON PETZNICK aged people working at some fast and my girlfriend. I have learned the writer. Columnist food joint because they couldn’t and grown much in the last year Recently I realized what I’m fi nd a job in their fi eld. The thought because of these people and there’s most afraid of. of that terrifi es me. a reason they’re all in my life. It’s not that in just over six I want to start a family. I want If I had done anything differently months I have to decide what to to support that family. I want to be with my life, these people would do with the rest of my life. I’m able to have kids and be there for just be faces passing me on the perfectly content with the idea of them, not having to bail on them street, but instead I share great starting a career and settling down because I got pencilled into the memories with all of them. to see what life has in store for me. graveyard shift at Burger King. However, had I not come to Publishing Dates My biggest fear is that 16 months If something like that happened, Niagara and taken the program I’m ago I made the wrong choice about I’d be letting myself down and in, my life would be completely 2006–2007 what I wanted to do with the rest I’d be letting everyone around me different. There’s a reason I am of my life. down. I know that I’m the kind of where I am in life, and there’s a Friday, Nov. 24 Friday, Jan. 26 Friday, March 16 I’m a second-year Journalism- person any employer would want reason you reading this are where Friday, Dec. 8 Friday, Feb. 9 Friday, April 13 Print student at Niagara College. to have working for that person’s you’re at too. Think of all the great Friday, Jan. 19 Friday, Feb. 16 I applied to college because I company, but all the employer will things in your life and imagine didn’t want to spend the money on see is my resumé and maybe a copy how your life would be different if university and I wanted to do more of my journalism diploma, if that you’d chosen a different school or For advertising, contact Laura Tait at hands-on work at school. I didn’t means anything to the employer. even a different program. The Tribune consider the skilled trades at the Now you know where I’m I know I will have to face these time because I didn’t know much coming from. But this column isn’t issues eventually, but for now Phone: 905-732-2414 ext. 281 about them. meant to inspire pity for me; it’s I’m going to keep on making E-mail: [email protected] Now here I am, ready to grow up, meant to give hope to all of you. memories with the people I was but with no future in mind. I want What I came to realize was that meant to meet. Page 10, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 NEWSCOLUMNS@NIAGARA Children’s morals at stake In Flanders Fields

Morals and values are vanishing. person to have parents or people of authority who are In today’s society, we do not place enough importance ethical. on having personal integrity and morals. This poses a huge problem for our world today. In Flanders fi elds the poppies blow Personal integrity needs to be instilled in children at No wonder so many young people are increasingly Between the crosses, row on row, a young age. I believe this is mainly the responsibility immoral and dishonest. Look at their role models. That mark out place; and in the sky of the child’s parents or guardians. We You need only think about how much hope this child will know right from adultery, verbal and physical abuse and just The larks, still bravely singing, fl y wrong, but we also hope they will plain lying occur in many marriages. Scarce heard amid the guns below. choose right. All of these instances are ethically and I am not trying to say that we should sometimes legally wrong. raise perfect children who never do Children learn from their parents’ anything wrong. examples. If parents do things that are We are the Dead. Short days ago We know everyone makes mistakes, wrong, young children know no better than We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, but a lot of parents and guardians are By ROBYN HOPPER to do what they see or hear. raising children with little or no personal Therefore it is crucial for parents to hold Loved and were loved, and now we lie, morality. Columnist high ethical standards, teach them to their In Flanders fi elds. Since ethics are personally deter- children, and live to those high ethical stan- mined and personally enforced we hope someone will dards everyday. not only do right when they are being watched but How can we expect the young and middle-aged more importantly and crucially that they will be ethi- generations to help create great and principled role Take up our quarrel with the foe: cal when they are not being watched. models when all they know is corrupt government Everyone struggles with ethical questions and leaders, immoral entertainers, dishonest reporters and, To you from failing hands we throw situations every day and many don’t come with an most close to home, parents, relatives and friends who The torch; be yours to hold it high. easy answer or action. are unreliable, deceitful and untrustworthy. It is then when we consult our minds, hearts and I am not cynical. I know that there are fi ne, moral If ye break faith with us who die souls and make a moral choice. and stand-up people. We shall not sleep, though poppies grow Yes, I believe there are people who are simply I also know they don’t get the recognition they In Flanders fi elds. corrupt. deserve, and we are in desperate need of countless I believe if the very young are taught and guided to more of those kind of people. — John McCrae follow a life of great morality that they are most likely Our world needs a drastic shift, and it needs to start to carry on that way throughout life. with you and me. Next time you’re doing something The only way for this to happen is for this young that ties a knot in your stomach, think twice. Reality shows still the same as before Students losing tuition around the world going to new to meet the person who came up places no one has seen before is with this amazing idea. quite neat. Although there was that Lots of famous musicians and money on gambling awful family edition – god forbid other icons have their own shows they ever make one like that again now. Gene Simmons of KISS fame By KEITH LAING – with whiny kids crying about this has two, Rock School and Family Columnist and that and overbearing parents. Jewels on Spike and Muchmusic. There’s only one winner when sports gambling companies pillage That was not a good viewing Grammy-winning songwriter your bank account of every last penny, making you want to smash By SEAN MANCUSO combination. David Foster has a show about his your head against the wall until it looks like a grapefruit. Columnist I’m not sure if this constitutes a two stepsons, who do nothing but All joking aside, one thing is certain: nobody takes those signs reality show, but still, what is Wife spend all of his money on stupidity above restroom urinals seriously. The problem is that they make I have been perusing my trusty Swap? I watched it for 20 minutes and recklessness. the situation humorous. We’ve all laughed at that guy in the picture bedroom TV for a few nights now and had to switch it, but I got the The Surreal Life with washed up who has clearly mortgaged his house, sold his kids and still not and noticed there are a lot of shows jist of it. Wives swap families for D-list actors had a good run for a taken a game down in years. These are actual people with serious, of the reality genre. a week. few seasons. debilitating problems. First, there is Survivor, which One family has super strict Supergroup has started now Niagara College Police Foundations student Cory Damaren says probably could have ended three parenting, and their kids are with Ted Nugent and Sebastian his gambling is “moderated.” series ago. How many times can like robots, and the other family Bach leading a heavy metal group, “I play about fi ve nights a week, usually once on the weekend, but people possibly watch Survivor in couldn’t care less about parenting while the show focuses on the days only hockey and sometimes soccer.” a “new” location? their children as they run amuck leading into the big performance. Damaren, 20, says, “It’s a problem because it’s addictive. It sucks It’s still the same: contestants through the house and beat on each Even Hulk Hogan has his own you into thinking you can win every time, but the only winners are stuck on a deserted island, hosts other, while the parents say, “I show now. What is going on? the companies.” and camera crew staying in nice don’t believe in punishment.” Just I would be content with cable As for how much he’s lost, Damaren says that he’s about even. hotels, eating delicious food. awful, really. consisting of sports channels, a “After my fi rst win last week, I’m defi nitely even, if not up a little The only show I watch regularly I noticed that The Bachelor has weather channel, 24-hour Simpsons bit.” is The Amazing Race. Yes, I a new series, la-dee-da. This time and Family Guy channels, and Patrick Kennedy, also in Police Foundations, has a slightly know, still the same as usual, but it takes place in Rome. Now I’ll maybe a news channel, but that’s different take on the situation. Kennedy says that it’s a wise idea for the concept of contestants racing surely watch it. Not. I would love just me. students to get involved with sports gambling. “All you need are the big wins. One win is all it takes to keep food in your stomach for months.” Kennedy, 20, says he plays “every day” and has still yet to win. “I’d Column Criteria go right now, but there aren’t really any good games this week.” Journalists, including those in the Journalism-print program at Niagara College, are taught that Since there are no limits on how much one person can play, it’s their reporting must be balanced, fair and as objective as possible. That rule must also exist for not uncommon for students to lose money they intended to have for the entire year. columns written by reporters. The popular sports gambling companies have a type of game that In columns, the feelings and opinions of reporters are welcome, but balance, fairness and allows players to wager as much or as little as they want, the odds objectivity must never be disregarded or treated lightly. Our columns, which are clearly identifi ed increasing by wagering on more games or on teams unlikely to win. as such, do not refl ect the opinions or feelings of the Niagara College administration or the Help lines are posted in every restroom of the school, and the management of the news@niagara. Internet offers other sources for addiction help. Columns refl ect the opinion of only one person: the writer. Locally, there is a Niagara Falls Gamblers Anonymous, with meetings every other week. If interested, contact 905-351-1616. news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 11

REMEMBRANCE

In honour of the past, present & future fallen

Photo by Shawn Taylor Page 12, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 November 11, 2006 Rare Victoria Crosses on display in St. Catharines By JASON PETZNICK the Victoria Cross for his actions Staff Writer from Sept. 27, 1918, to Oct. 1, Two valuable pieces of Canada’s 1918. During this time he led history are in the Niagara region. attacks that captured 10 fi eld In 1856, 150 years ago, Queen guns, more than 25 machine guns Victoria created a medal to be and nearly 140 prisoners. Lyall awarded to those who showed died of a heart attack on Nov. 28, extreme bravery, 1941. He is one of a small daring, valour, self- number of recipients sacrifi ce or devotion. who are veterans of It was named the both world wars. Victoria Cross and Fisher, a St. since its inception Catharines native and only 1,351 have the fi rst Canadian to been awarded, 94 receive a Victoria Cross being awarded to during the First World Canadians. War, was recognized Two of these for his actions in prestigious medals 1915. On April 22, were awarded to Fisher covered the soldiers with ties to the retreat of a fi eld battery that Niagara region, and now, was taking close-range fi re for the fi rst time, from German infantry. the awards are on Fisher’s section was display together and under heavy fi re while in St. Catharines. they were providing The St. Catharines cover and lost four Museum at Lock 3 of of his six men. The the Welland Canal is following day, Fisher home to these awards until was shot dead while setting Nov. 12. up a machine gun to fi re “This is a great honour,” said upon the German trenches. Museum Curator Arden Phair, on The museum’s website states Kyle Akins, 20, of Owen Sound, Ont., reads up on the Victoria Crosses now on display at the St. the museum’s website. it is a rare occurrence to have Catharines Museum at Lock 3 of the Welland Canal. The exhibit is showing until Sunday. The Victoria Crosses belong to two actual medals on display, as Photo by Jason Petznick Colonel Graham Thomson Lyall, replicas are typically put out for of Manchester, England, and public viewing. Lance- Corporal Frederick Fisher, “To secure even one [Victoria of St. Catharines. Cross] is remarkable. To get two DND wants 6,400 new members Lyall gained ties to the Niagara was more than we dreamed,” By MICHAEL SPECK trades are open to anybody, but an The Forces are always looking region when he immigrated to said Phair. Staff Writer offi cer degree requires a bachelor’s for new people because of the size Welland to work at the Canadian The museum will be open daily The Canadian Armed Forces is degree,” say Caudle. of the organization. Steels Foundries. He was awarded from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. having no trouble recruiting new College students also have “Our goal is to have 80,000 members, despite an ongoing opportunities to serve their country people in the Forces,” says Let’s not forget who fought mission in Afghanistan, according through the Forces, says Caudle. Caudle. “Right now we have about to the Department of National “If a college student is taking 65,000.” Continued from page 1 Defence (DND). engineering, and he wants to be an Caudle says there is a chance The fi rst headstone I walked up to in the cemetery belonged to a The 2006-07 goal of the offi cer, there are certain exemptions new members could be sent to Af- young man of my own age. The youthfulness of many of the men who DND is to recruit 6,400 new made based on grades.” ghanistan. “It depends on which fought began to set in. members into the regular armed Caudle says there is unlimited trade you pick. Infantry, combat Signs leading up to the towering 27-metre columns at the Vimy forces. Lieut. Adam Thomson, potential for growth in the Forces. arms and medics are needed in the Monument urged visitors to maintain “Silence and Respect.” There spokesperson for the DND, says “Anyone in Canada can do operation. A very small percentage was no need for reminder. he is confi dent that they will be anything they want to do in the of the Forces are overseas. There The names of the 11,285 Canadians whose bodies were never found able to reach their goal. Forces based on the commitment are about 2,500 regular and in France during the First World War are carved into the structure. “Recruitment is going quite they want to make.” reserve forces serving overseas Seeing the lists, instead of just the numbers, is enough to leave one well,” says Thomson. “To our After joining the Forces, they go right now.” awestruck. understanding, Afghanistan hasn’t to St. Jean, Que., to the Canadian Niagara College Programmer Opposite the monument is a fi eld fi lled with a series of small valleys. negatively affected recruitment.” Forces Leadership and Recruit Analyst (Co-op) program student While at fi rst I thought the landscape looked interesting, my opinion Master Cpl. Brad Hart is the School. For 13 weeks they are Cory Hagopian, 21, of St. changed when I found out the valleys were carved by explosions during reserve recruiter for the Forces’ taught vitals such as weapons Catharines, says he was going to battles. Some of the ammunition remains alive. Lincoln and Welland Regiment in training, fi rst aid and navigation. join the Forces but didn’t because The fi rst ceremony our group attended was at Beny-sur-Mer. Maple St. Catharines. He says he thinks “They learn how to walk, talk of his brother. leafs are carved into 2,048 headstones at the Second World War recruitment is on the increase. and act military,” says Caudle. “My brother joined before me cemetery. “There is a defi nite interest After graduation, they go to and stole my thunder. Everyone in The ceremony at Beny-sur-Mer was the fi rst opportunity we had in joining the Forces for young their training school of interest, my family thought I was trying to to be around war veterans. We watched as they walked through the Canadians for lots of different such as infantry soldier or medical be like him.” cemetery, stopping at headstones of some of those they had fought reasons,” says Hart. personnel. Hagopian says he wanted to join alongside and perhaps those they had befriended. Though the day was There are many incentives in Caudle says the average new because he loved the army as a sunny and warm, there was a sadness hanging heavily in the air. joining the Forces, says Hart. member is a young male, but for the kid. “I loved wearing camoufl age Ages, numbers, landscapes and names engraved in stone paled in “If you join the reserve, you get past few years the applicants have clothing and headbands. I was comparison to these real faces, for they were the faces of those who reimbursement for post-secondary been getting older. “Some people crazy. I wanted to die for Canada.” went to war and lived to tell about it. education, good pay and some always wanted to give back to their You can apply to the Forces The experience of seeing the veterans at the next ceremony I attended benefi ts.” country but couldn’t because of online, in person or by mail. You was much different. The Forces is the largest family or career obligations. We must be a Canadian citizen, be at Following speeches by former Prime Minister Paul Martin and Queen employer in Canada. It hires over had a 50-year-old woman enrol a least 17 years old and have parental Elizabeth II at Juno Beach, the veterans marched onto the beach where 10,000 people a year, says Sgt. Tim couple of years ago who became consent and a Grade 10 education. nearly 1,000 Canadians were killed 60 years earlier, accompanied by Caudle of the Canadian Forces a clerk. She was sitting alone at If eligible, applicants must take droning bagpipes. Recruiting Group. home, all her kids grown up. She an aptitude test and an interview What we have read in textbooks and seen in documentaries, these “Anybody from Canada with a always wanted to join, so she got with a career counsellor before men and women had witnessed fi rst hand. The somber looks in their Grade 10 education can join. All up and did it.” being enrolled. eyes as they walked onto the beaches again made it obvious. They will always remember. news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 13 A Day To Remember Welland Legion honours vets By RACHEL TATTERSALL club for others, as when dances are Don’tDon’t forgetforget ourour pastpast Staff Writer held on Saturday nights. The Royal Canadian Legion “Entertainment helps keep it is one small way of showing war alive, but no smoking hurts the veterans we remember. Legions.” The Welland Legion, Branch 4, “Vets are dying out,” says has been on Morningstar Avenue Roberts, explaining there are only for about 40 years. Prior to this, it 14 left that come to this Legion was located on East Main Street branch. in 1926. He says because they are losing Dave Roberts, 68, of Welland, is a lot of veterans, he thinks Legion a volunteer and poppy co-chairman offi cials will soon let others be part at the Welland Legion. Roberts of what the Legion offers. says he helps organize the sales A remembrance parade was and distributions of poppies in held at Chippewa Park on Nov 5. the area. The Legion is all about From Nov. 2 to Nov. 4 the poppy helping veterans who have been campaign ran, and on Nov. 11 a through any war, such as the First ceremony will be held outside the World War, the Second World Welland Legion to give thanks to War, the Korean War and the those who fought and those who Gulf War. died in the wars. He says the Legion also provides Veterans, their families and bursaries for students and has a children from local elementary public speaking campaign for schools will attend this ceremony. children. “Last year there were about 380 The Legion receives poems and kids here.” At Victoria Lawn Cemetery on Queenston Street in St. Catharines, hundreds of small Canadian posters made by local elementary Roberts says he doesn’t think fl ags like this one proudly blow in the wind on the graves of the men and women who died in the school children every year. “There’s veterans are looked after well fi ght to protect our freedoms. always about 5,000 poems and enough in getting help with Photo by Riley Turpin pictures from Welland school kids home and health care, repairs and on these walls.” independent living. He says they The Royal Canadian Mounted should be “better taken care of and Police can be members, and given a bit more help.” Legion members can sign in others Veterans do appreciate having War vet says he wouldn’t do it over who want to join the festivities. It the Legions for their social lives. is a social club for veterans, but on “The beer’s cheap and the By MARCUS YOUNGREN relied heavily on the other ships for would permanently ruin my ear.” weekends it also becomes a social company’s good.” Staff Writer protection.” He remembers being Rutkay stayed in the Marines but As a fresh pot of vegetable soup part of one convoy that went for never went to the war zone again. brews on the stove, a man not eager “miles and miles.” Rutkay says he doesn’t like how to discuss his participation in the Rutkay states he was attacked on some veterans think you owe them Second World War begins a trip several occasions. “I was scared something because they fought down memory lane. shitless,” he remarks. Rutkay states in a war. He says that’s not how 62171595 John Rutkay, 82, of St. Catharines, it was especially dangerous for it works. was part of the Merchant Marines their ship to be attacked because of “You go fi ghting for your own during that war. Originally from the cargo they were hauling. self, fi ghting for yourself and your FREE Czechoslovakia, Rutkay moved “We carried war material over, family.” to Montreal at the age of 13 in and a lot of it was explosive.” He tries to forget about all the FLU CLINICS 1937. Rutkay went to New York in Rutkay refl ects on how happy he things he saw and experienced 1942 and signed up as a Merchant was just to unload all the cargo. “It while in Europe. “I don’t want to Marine. He initially joined the was a huge relief to fi nally get rid know about it. War is war, and it AT BOTH For further information on Marines because he didn’t have of that stuff [cargo].” doesn’t matter what you do.” the flu vaccine visit a good job and he wanted to do Rutkay travelled to Scotland, Rutkay says that war is a lot worse www.regional.niagara.on.ca something for his country. England, Iceland, Russia and the now and is a different kind of war. CAMPUSES Rutkay admits he might have U.S. while serving as a Marine. He He asserts it’s more mechanical; been a little naïve. “You never recalls how poor these countries there are different guns and other know what you are getting into, but were during this period. weapons. you fi nd out when you get there.” Rutkay was a smoker at this “It’s a lot worse than before.” As a young man, Rutkay says he time and would often buy cartons He says now Canadian offi cers was looking for adventure. “I just of cigarettes for himself, but end are overseas and getting killed Niagara Region Public Health is hosting a Free Community Flu Clinic wanted to be out there.” He started up giving them all away. “People trying to help people. “They are in out as a deck hand sailing on lakes would offer to pay me, but I would a country where they don’t know at the Welland Campus on Wednesday, November 15 from 9:00 am to and then moved to the ocean where say no.” what is going to happen next.” 3:30 pm in the Mackenzie Building Gymnasium. First come, first served. he was labeled an “able-bodied The crew would always sleep He describes how a lot has No appointment necessary! seaman,” meaning he had to know in the ship when docked. Rutkay changed in war and in him. When how to do everything on the ship. remembers rows of bunks where he asked if he would go to war again Looking back, Rutkay remembers and his shipmates would sleep. He if he were still young, he replies, Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus is holding a Free Clinic for staff people from all parts of the globe adds the food was pretty good too. “No, I’m a Christian now. I don’t serving with him. “You didn’t have to starve there.” think I could do a lot of the things and students ONLY on Tuesday, November 28 “There was lots of Chinese, Rutkay admits there were things I used to.” from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please bring your Swedish, Norwegian and Danish he didn’t like while sailing, but says He wishes he had been “saved” Student or Staff Identification Card to the Health people on the ship. We called it an you have no choice when you’re on when he was serving in the Marines. international ship.” Rutkay says a ship. “You can’t go no place.” “I wouldn’t have been so scared if I Centre in room W105 to book your appintment, the crew usually consisted of about Rutkay served overseas for six knew then what I know now.” or call (905) 641-2252 ext. 4449 30 people. months. When he got back, he Although Rutkay is trying to for more information. He explains how they would set immediately signed up for the forget what happened while he sail in large convoys, accompanied army. However, he was honourably was serving, he admits there was by destroyers, corvettes as well as discharged after two days because no shortage of action during that other merchant vessels. He asserts of an ear problem. period of his life. the merchant sailors were only “The doctor said if I went back “That is one thing war will give armed with machine guns. “We over, any loud noise close to me you: plenty of action.” Page 14, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 15 Remembrance Refl ections As mists lift off the forlorn fi eld, The scene around would make one yield, Graves of Canadian Crosses lined up white and bare, war veterans buried at Victoria Lawn Cemetery Reminding most, life is not fair, in St. Catharines are marked by Canadian Among the crosses poppies weave, fl ags on a cool October afternoon. Amidst them stand the one who grieves. Photo by Shawn Taylor The fi gure bent but full of grace, A single tear upon the wizened face The face with grief half covered by, Hands that shake, thoughts asking, why? The fact that many had to die, Long days ago, the past gone by…

Out on the fi eld around him fl ying, The Victoria Cross, 1914–15 Star The shots of guns and men lay dying, and Victory Medal of St. Catharines native, Lance-Corporal Frederick Silent prayers, whispered pleas, Fisher. These medals will be on display at the St. Catharines Museum So far away and overseas, at Lock 3 of the Welland Canal until Sunday. The British War Medal (right Thoughts of family, friends, a wife, middle) belonged to Fisher’s brother, Donald Fisher. Sometimes it’s just the simple things of life… Photo by Jason Petznick The moment passed, back to this day, The sun emerged, a golden ray, A fl utter of red had caught his eye, Red maple leaf up fl ying high, Its colours shining bright and true, Reminding him of me and you… A mural on the back wall of the Welland To fi ght for country, not for fame, Royal Canadian Legion building pays Not for medal or a name, tribute to veterans. Photo by To these men we owe so much, Rachel Tattersall Without them life would not be such. A sacrifi ce so good and true, Something not easy, hard to do.

A single tear falls in the row, And many tears made poppies grow… ~ Julianne Van Dyk PhotoPhoto byby ShawnShawn TaylorTaylor Page16, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 November 11, 2006

Thinking of A quiet reminder others and refl ecting on the past

By STEPHEN BOSCARIOL Columnist Death. Pain. Suffering. These three words come to mind when we think about Remembrance Day. It is a time to refl ect on the many men and women who fought for us years ago. Women lost husbands, husbands lost wives, sons lost fathers, and fathers lost sons. It was not a good time to be alive. Everyone felt the effects of the war. My family did not fi ght for Canada in the First or Second World Wars; they had not yet come to the country. However, the wars did affect my family on a different level. Picture an eight-year-old little girl Photo by Kristen Coughlar huddled in a corner of her family’s tiny house with her older sister holding her close and telling her in their native Italian tongue that everything would be OK and that the bombs that are going off 100 metres away would not reach them. This would be a nightmare for anyone, let alone a little girl Veteran puts life on the line who was strong enough to overcome the war, pack her belongings when she was in By TARA BRADY night, but one night it was freezing and we her teens and move to Canada. Staff Writer didn’t want to sleep outside, so we were Imagine that you are a six-year-old boy For some people, the Second World War looking for a safe place to stay for the who has no money. You are running through meant men committing acts of bravery, but night. I was behind a ditch watching for the the streets of Cordenons, Italy, picking up for others, it meant putting their lives on the opposition and one of our soldiers tapped me ammo, hoping to trade it with Nazi troops line for the unknown. on the shoulder to tell me they found a place for scraps of food for your little sister and In June of 1942, Joseph Chiki, 83, of to stay, but I thought it was our opponents. I yourself. Ridgeville, Ont., joined the army. With thought I would have died in battle instead.” Gun blasts go off over your head as you three of his close friends, he was shipped Chiki says that night they slept in a run from body to body, checking every to Portage la Prairie, Man., for a fi ve-month mausoleum, with dead bodies surrounding pocket for loose rounds of ammunition. training session. them in the walls and on the ground. When I was six, the most violence I “I was supposed to be home by Christmas, In 1944, Chiki joined the Canadian army in had seen was in an episode of the Ninja but there was a big storm, so we couldn’t North France to form the fi rst Canadian army Turtles. make it back by boat.” for the invasion of France and Belgium. Both my grandparents fl ed from Italy After his basic training was completed, In 1945, the Canadian army liberated during the First World War to start a new Chiki was sent to Camp Borden, in Barrie, Holland. Chiki met his fi rst wife in Holland life in Canada. Without those who fought, Ont., for advanced training with the after the war. my grandparents wouldn’t have come to this Armoured Corps. “I was stuck in Holland, in Groningen, country. My grandparents probably would Chiki began the war in Liverpool, England, because the centre of the city was bombed have never have lived to see the age of 10. with the British Columbia Dragoons Fifth out. We couldn’t remove our tanks because Many of you have family that did fi ght Armoured Division, but was quickly Holland is full of canals and bridges that in the war and maybe died in the war. transported to Southern Italy to fi ght in the wouldn’t hold a 40-ton tank.” Stories of these awful times have been Italian Campaign. Chiki says his fi rst wife’s brother came to told from generation to generation just as Before reaching Italy, German freighter Joe Chiki, a Second World War the soldiers looking to buy cigarettes from my grandparents told me and I will tell my boats invaded the Mediterranean Sea in veteran, wears his commemorative them. children. Morocco and sank their boats and smuggled attire, honouring his service during the “Connie’s brother invited me for coffee at On Nov. 11, when you are sitting quietly, Canadian soldiers to Algiers, Africa. war. their house, and I met her there. I asked her think about those who were victims of these “We spent six weeks in Africa waiting Photo by Tara Brady to marry me before I left Holland. She didn’t horrible wars. Think of the innocent people for equipment, stationed on the edge of the speak any English when I met her.” who lost lives sitting in their own homes. Sierra Desert.” troops. It was a big city, but when we were Connie had to get her passport before she Think of those little boys running the When the equipment arrived, Chiki joined fi nished, it was nothing.” came to Canada and went to school to learn streets because to them ammo was as good forces with the Fifth Armoured Division and In 1943, Chiki spent the winter in South English. She moved to Canada in 1946. as gold. Think of your family members First Infantry Division in Salerno, Italy, for Ortona: “Christmas in the mud.” “I had to sign papers to protect her and who were involved with keeping our world the Liberation of Casino. “The Germans were advertising Christmas get married to her within a month. We got free. Think of the men and women who “About 11,000 artillery pieces were lined carols on loud speakers three or four miles married on July 19, 1946.” held weapons when words could not be up when the United States and New Zealand away, trying to make us homesick.” Chiki was discharged from the army in heard. Think about the death, the pain and tried to take over Casino because it was Chiki recalls one cold evening in Italy February 1946. the suffering those wars caused everyone. occupied by German troops. They failed to when he just about died from fright. “It [the war] wasn’t a holiday, that’s for Just think. invade the Germans, so they sent in Canadian “We didn’t normally move locations at sure.” news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 17 A Day To Remember From Dutch underground to Indonesia, veteran knows war By KATELYN MUIR May 10, 1940. This battle lasted he would go to a better place Kiki also grew up the youngest Staff Writer four days, putting Holland un- and he accepted it with peace in in her family of six children. On Nov. 11 we dedicate a few der German rule. Smink was 12 his heart. The Smink family are “I did live in the same street as moments to remember the people years old. devout Christians. Geurt and, as far as I remember, I who have sacrifi ced to ensure our Smink says his oldest brother, “I was very young, but we knew always knew him.” futures. Harman, was involved with the that our lives were in the Lord’s Kiki says she remembers her Our elders have lived through Dutch underground with a group hand,” Smink says. father working in the distribu- many historic events. They have of 24 men. “My sister’s fi ancé was also a tion office where they got their learned from the successes and “In 1924 there was a raid, and prisoner of war, and it was a very ration cards. mistakes made over time and can many of that group was arrested trying time.” Expecting the war to end and teach us a lot. and put in jail. They were tried Smink says his mother would waiting to be liberated was always Geurt Jacobus Smink was born and found guilty of spying. They hide in their house men who were the hope, Kiki says. “We knew our in Harderwijk, Holland, on Oct. had no chance of defence because involved in the underground. Geurt Smink, 79, lived through lives were in God’s hand and He 26, 1927. He was the youngest of the Germans were in charge. Houses in Holland are very small, the Second World War and was in control.” four children. His father died when They were all executed, and their so doing so was very dangerous, served in Indonesia. Smink and Kiki corresponded he was three years old, leaving his remains were sent to Germany.” he says. Photo by Katelyn Muir while he was serving in Indone- mother to raise their four children. Smink says the family received His mother once hid an important sia. “I always liked him a lot,” Germany invaded Holland on a last letter from Harman, saying underground worker who had fl ed Smink says the Dutch troops says Kiki. a German hospital and escaped were sent to Indonesia to free “She also wrote me back to keep the German soldiers, Smink says. the people from the Japanese. me updated with everything from Basic training benefi ts in many ways The man had made it to a Roman Indonesia had been a Dutch colony our neighbourhood.” By KATELYN GALER used to be a vegetarian, and Catholic hospital where he was before Japan invaded. The pair began to date when Staff Writer also he started working out a lot hidden in the nuns’ quarters for a “My family had mixed feelings Smink returned from Indonesia in Shane McDonald, 22, of St. more.” few days. He then was brought to of me going to Indonesia. We felt 1948. They were engaged on Jan. Catharines, has been a member After basic training, McDonald Smink’s home, where he hid in it was our duty to liberate the 1, 1949, and married on March of the Lincoln and Welland says life seems much easier. “Ba- upstairs for a few days. Smink, in Dutch people living there. They 28, 1951. Regiment since January 2005. sic training really helped me get his late teens at the time, was given were badly treated and lived in Almost immediately the Sminks After completing his basic in shape, and now I’m addicted to a gun and helped move the man camps. Many died there.” immigrated to Canada. training two summers ago, working out.” He says the army to a new safe location a few days “In Indonesia I was two years “I don’t think my parents McDonald received his fi rst benefi ts him in many ways; for later. He was told that if he saw on the front line. It is a beautiful were too happy to see me go to offi cial rank as a private. instance, he receives a bursary any Germans he was to shoot them. land. Sometimes we were afraid a Canada,” Kiki says, “but so many A former college student, that goes towards his education “This was very dangerous because little once in a while but we were people left Holland and I think my McDonald attends Brock every year. they were still looking for him [the young and that made it easier.” dad understood.” University in St. Catharines and McDonald has not signed a underground worker].” The Marines were his fi rst job, Five children, 22 grandchildren studies philosophy. He grew up contract with the army and is “The big danger was that people Smink says. “I did like to be in and 55 years of marriage later, the in Hamilton, but says he enjoys free to stop training whenever would talk. It was very dangerous the Marines. I wanted to help end Sminks are comfortably retired living in the Niagara region with he wishes. After he completes because the Germans made the the war.” and living in Hamilton. his four roommates. his degree at Brock, he says he is rule that if they found out they “Many of our Marines were Kiki says she enjoys McDonald has completed considering a full-time position to would hand out stiff sentences, killed, and, of course, we did kill volunteering at the Bible Thrift the course Army Tactical go overseas and put his training even death.” some of them [the Japanese] too.” Store with friends. Communication Information into practice. In 1944, at 17, Smink joined Smink’s wife was the girl next Smink says, “I like my retirement System (ATCIS) and is taking “If I went full time, I would like the Marines. He trained in North door, literally. Foekja (Florance) job the best. I like to relax and DP2A Infantry, an additional to pursue a career as a military Carolina for two months, and he Anna Broersma, nicknamed Kiki, enjoyed doing woodwork and now course to supplement his offi cer in the infantry.” also trained in Scotland. He left grew up down the street from some painting, and, of course, my knowledge of machine guns and He says his least favourite part for Indonesia in 1945. Smink. fl owers outside.” small arms. He about the army recently attained is that occasion- his hunting licence ally he is forced McMaster-Mohawk Joint Venture | Bachelor of Technology Partnership and says he “can’t to do things he wait until turkey doesn’t particu- season.” larly want to McDonald says do, but in the he wanted to join end it makes Add a University Degree to the army because him a stronger he didn’t want an person. average part-time McDonald Your Diploma in Only 2 Years job. “I wanted to says his favou- learn something rite part is the Bachelor of Technology Degree- new and exciting constant chal- Completion Programs offered in: and try out a lenge. possible career. Pte. Shane McDonald has his “At the end of › Manufacturing Technology I wanted to work mind set on going overseas. a training exer- › Computing and Information Technology at a job that felt cise, you always Photo by Katelyn Galer › Civil Engineering Infrastructure Technology signifi cant.” feel like you’ve McDonald’s accomplished Programs target the needs of college father, Norman, says he supports something. The reserves offer a graduates with a technology diploma and his son’s choice of work but fl exible schedule, which works internationally trained professionals who doesn’t “want to see him go off to well with full-time school.” require Canadian credentials and experience. war anytime soon.” Although McDonald says His mother, Donna, says ever he enjoys weekend retreats, it since her son was little he showed always takes him a while to catch APPLY TODAY! a fascination with the army. “One up on his schoolwork afterwards. Full-time and part-time study available Halloween he dressed-up as a sol- “It’s worth it.” btech.mcmastermohawk.ca dier, and he loved it so much we At one weekend retreat at [email protected] couldn’t get him to take the darn the C-coy Welland Armouries, 905.525.9140 ext. 27013 costume off.” McDonald and his troop did an Ben Soja, a friend of exercise called “icy poacher,” McDonald’s, says he’s noticed a in which they shot at each other big change in him since he joined with paint ball guns to simulate the regiment. “For one, Shane a real war. Page 18, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006

o you go to war with a fl ag on your sleeve Does that mean you will die for something you believe? Casualties of War SWe’ve all seen it before this production of war Same product on the shelf Your local corner store Don’t act like you don’t know what I’m talking about Big money big business it takes the same route Strength in numbers no there’s just that one Directing all his troops yet he knows not one Some have families others are just young Trying to protect their future so they don’t have to run This is an evil that uses power to drive The demons that attract souls to the dark side A modern Darth Vadar sent as the eliminator Treason is the crime if you’re guilty you’re a traitor Maybe see you later, maybe we won’t Kept in the mind so don’t mentally choke

hese men can all be victims TCasualties of war If we don’t step back Look at what we’re fi ghting for The opposition has a plan for world domination One against all Let’s unite all nations Those that choose to follow all that I ask Have a pen and a pad and your mind to grasp Whatever is leaked out by your words and thoughts Just promise to stay tight lipped if you ever get caught They will try and silence those that wish to oppose Since they feel that a reputation you must uphold As a citizen of this society who must remain in control If the leaders are loose cannons, is that control? Gun-toting Texans and right-wing elections Maybe a socialist method could be a possible direction Well maybe not these thoughts are endless However can we not communicate a same level message? Everyone takes and never gives back Well these are my words, not right nor exact

ow it’s been left to the minds of young scholars NWill you choose to fi ght the fi ght or take the easy road make dollars? If the second is chosen your motion is frozen History has proven your emotions not open You’ve let it repeat itself since it always does That’s the easiest plan it comes so natural Don’t take my word for it, it’s all factual It’s now or never let’s take a stand And prove to those who rule it doesn’t take one man It takes the mind of an unselfi sh one to sacrifi ce it all Upon example of how we read about Christ And how he’d fall He gave himself to everyone the ultimate gift Even thieves, murderers and those who chose to grift So what will be your gift? And will you be remembered? These are my words since I know no better

By MICHAEL DACH Photo by Robyn Hopper news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 19 May-Clark-Seiler home a piece of history

By CHRISTINE KENNEDY Battle of Lundy’s Lane and was captured at the Battle of Chippawa, Staff Writer but escaped, said Clark’s diary. “Unless we have it right in front of us, we tend to forget Clark served four terms as member of Parliament. He was a history,” said Isabel Bachmann, program aide at the St. Catharines “strong supporter of the Welland Canal and one of his oldest friends Museum. was Honourable William H. Merritt,” records Clark’s diary. On Aug. 18 a ceremony was held to unveil a plaque and In the Sept. 29, 1830, edition of The Journal and Welland Canal commemorate Walnut Dale Farm, also known as the May-Clark- Intelligencer. Clark wrote, “To the Free and Independent Electors Seiler house. of the County of Lincoln: ... Being sensibly aware that there are The Georgian-style home was built around 1790 by William persons among you better qualifi ed for the distinguished station, May (1739–1827), a member of Major John Butler’s Company of I feel not vain of success: yet I can yield to no man my honest Rangers (Butler’s Rangers). integrity of intention towards the protection of your rights, and “We’ve lost the opportunity to present original settlers [of the those of the constitution under which we have the happiness Niagara region] and Butler’s Rangers and the history they’ve to live.” created after settling,” said 50-something-year-old Bachmann. “Demolition was ordered in 1979, at which time Heritage St. One member from each of the home-owning families unveiled Catharines formulated plans for its move and restoration. It was the commemorative plaque at the 45-minute ceremony, which destroyed by arson in 1984 before the move could take place,” about 100 people attended including many dignitaries and family reads the plaque erected by Heritage St. Catharines. members, said Bachmann. The home could never be reconstructed because only a concrete The family-oriented event proceeded to the May cemetery, slab remains, once the front step. Reconstruction of the entrance is where attendees spoke of May’s death. Later they went to the May in the children’s section of the St. Catharines Museum in History homestead for some old-fashioned cobbler. Hall, said Bachmann. “It was a social event. Many historians were interested because “Over the years, the family homestead became one [of] the oldest this had been put off for a long time,” said Bachmann. houses in the district and the province, an achievement worthy of The home exchanged hands from the Mays to Colonel William May’s great efforts to make a place for himself and his This plaque commemorates the May- John Clark (1783–1862) and his wife Sara Adams in 1838, family here in Niagara,” wrote Bachmann. Clark-Seiler home at 3 Sparkes St. in St. at which time they renamed the home Walnut Dale Farm. The latest owners of the property are Herman and Inge Seiler. Catharines. Clark was a trader in Native goods, a farmer and a land speculator. They’ve built their home adjacent to the old May homestead. Photo by Christine Kennedy During the War of 1812 he was in charge of the prisoners after the “Lovely old home, lovely old family,” said Bachmann. 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Counselling Services An American citizen, Watson We’re Here To Help! asked the court to allow him to 25 West Main Street, Welland serve his probation in Canada Page 20, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 NOISE@ ATNIAGAR NIAGARA A Falls singer signed to Sony By CODY MCGRAW Guitarist ‘just loves to play’ Staff Writer After being part of 25 bands and countless ups and By ADAM GAMBLE downs, 21-year-old Matt Dell, of Niagara Falls, has Staff Writer fi nally been signed to Sony. Not many of us can pick up a guitar and expect to belt out a At a Halloween party dressed as a turn-of-the- few chords from Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven. It takes century Vienna vampire, Dell exclaims with a smile, hours of hard work and dedication. A lot of people wish they “I never expected my stuff to be something a record could play guitar simply to become popular or pick up girls. label would be interested in.” Jeff Bond, 34, of Niagara Falls, says he “just loves to play.” Dell says he was discovered at Geoffrey Chapman “I started playing guitar at age 16 and have been playing Models after he was told he was six inches under the for 18 years now,” says Bond. “You must practise, practise, required height to be a model. He continues to say practise in order to become a good guitar player. You must he was asked to come back and do a photo shoot have proper studying habits and work hard at it. I went to after the people found out he was a musician. Mohawk College in Hamilton and then Brock University in “I played for a man and afterwards he told me he St. Catharines to study music theory. I wanted to learn as much was a representative for Sony. He asked me if I’d as I could about music.” even been to Toronto and if I could make a demo for Bond says he fi rst became interested in guitar because “a him.” Dell adds he is going to rewrite an album he few friends were playing at the time and it seemed so cool.” has already made in the process. He started taking lessons from Jonathan Earp. “My music is classifi ed as pop/punk/acoustic/ “He was a great teacher and really helped me out a lot. My emo, but my music doesn’t have a title.” He explains earliest infl uences in guitar were Randy Rhodes, Jimi Hendrix that vocally and guitar wise he is similar to Story of and Stevie Ray Vaughn. They are all great guitarists with their the Year, Armor For Sleep and Thrice, but asserts he own unique style. There are so many great guitarists out there. looks up to all artists. Steve Vai, Leo Brouwer, Eddie Van Halen, Eric Clapton – they “Whether it’s Jack Johnson or Jesse McCartney, are some of my favourites. They are very good at the technical they’ve done something to make it where they are.” aspects of guitar.” Almost whispering, Dell says he has missed out Bond has seen “hundreds of bands live.” He says he has Jeff Bond plays a few guitar tunes in his studio on Victoria on a lot of things in his life. been to see “Pink Floyd, The Eagles, Judas Priest, Joe Satriani, Avenue in Niagara Falls. “I’ve sacrifi ced money, jobs, friends and girlfriends Primus and tons more. Pearl Jam was probably the best concert Photo by Riley Turpin for music.” I’ve been too. They are just awesome live. I wish I could go Dell says he’s travelled the Niagara region in see Rush in concert. I haven’t seen them yet, but they are a were famous classical guitar players. It was an honour,” he bands and moved to Toronto for six months to join great band.” says. Bond has also played in front of Paul Martin when he was another. Bond says he has “played in a few local bands before, but fi nance minister and says he “felt he was a very preoccupied “I’ve played shows in front of one person, and nothing really came out of it. It was more for fun. I just wanted individual.” I’ve played shows for 730 people. I put my full heart to play. I write my own music from time to time and have tons Once a year, Bond judges the local Battle of the Bands and soul into it, whether it’s one person or 100,000 of themes written down, and when I’m ready I might think competition at Optimist Park in Niagara Falls. He says, “I look people. You never know who [the fan] is or what he about recording my own CD. I have recorded for people in the for three basic principles: original song, contrast of material is. A fan is everything to a musician. The fan keeps past and really enjoyed it.” and presentation. There are a lot of talented musicians in the you going.” Bond has tried out to be a guitarist for the Red Hot Chili area. Unfortunately, most of the bands don’t stay together.” Dell proclaims it’s hard being in a band because Peppers. “A friend of mine who was working at a radio station Bond says, “While I am not busy with my music, I enjoy it’s hard “to fi nd the right guys to be with.” He at the time hooked me up with the tryout. I went to Los Angeles building models, painting and watching football. [I’m a] suggests fi nding people one can get along with on to a record studio, got up on stage, they recorded me playing big Eagles fan.” He enjoys these hobbies because he “sees the road and create with is the key. some stuff, but, unfortunately halfway through, one of my something other than music to ease the pain,” he laughs.” He Even with the hardships, Dell says he wants to be guitar strings broke. I kept playing but eventually I decided to also says he “loves watching Seinfeld. It’s hilarious.” in a band more than he wants to be a solo artist. stop and tell them what happened. There were so many people He says, “Music has always been my main love. I currently “Some people say they have no reason to wake up there I didn’t have enough time to take another shot, but I own 20 guitars and my favourite one is my Ramirez classical or be here tomorrow, but music shows them other enjoyed the experience and getting to meet the band.” guitar. I love classical guitar because it is diffi cult and people go through the same thing, they’ve made it Bond says his most memorable moment was “playing in challenging to play and also very fulfi lling.” and everything will be OK. “Twelve years ago my Quebec at Domain Forget in the concert hall in front of a pretty Bond says he has been teaching for 11 years. brother died of a heart attack and my family has big audience. It was unbelievable! “I currently have 65 students and work eight hours a day, been rocky ever since. Music was always there and I “I have entered probably 10 master classes where you six days a week. I love teaching because I get to do what I want to have a song that someone can connect with perform in front of a famous instructor and they critique you enjoy all day long and I also learn from it. I try to be a fair, the way I did.” in front of the audience. It’s a great experience, but can be nice guy to everyone, especially all my students. I think that’s “If you try and give 100 per cent, it will pay off,” nerve wracking.” very important.” says Dell with a smile before stealthily disappearing Bond has performed in front of Pepe Romero, who comes Bond teaches guitar lessons at Bond School of Music on back into the party just as his vampire alter ego from a famous family of guitarists. “His father and grandfather Victoria Avenue in Niagara Falls. would. Olympic Island music festival heats up Toronto Island By CODY MCGRAW the supergroup of sorts played songs from audience favourite Mushaboom. Feist also album as the hot sun fi nally went down Staff Writer the Dinosaur Jr. back catalogue. At fi rst the announced her new album will be in stores behind them. A hot day brings hot bands to a summer audience was tepid, but before long a fair in January 2007 before playing a “new track At about 8:30, Canada’s own indie rock festival. number of people were standing to listen to that will still be new in six months when the royalty, Broken Social Scene, fi nally took For the third year in a row, The Olympic this rare event. album is released.” She also joked, “If you the stage. Feist returned, as she is a band Island music festival, headlined and produced It was obvious the members of Broken remember this song, you can tell your friends member, to sing with Kevin Dean and Stars by Broken Social Scene, brought hundreds Social Scene playing with Mascis were you heard this song from a long time ago.” singer Amy Millan. to Toronto Island on July 24. The event was in awe of his presence and guitar-playing England’s Bloc Party got the party started. Relying on newfound blog popularity, the the fi rst time the festival had sold out. abilities. Listening was a treat for anyone From the moment the members started band played such favourites as Cause = Time, After an hour wait for a ferry, I arrived over the age of 25 and those who remember their fi rst song, the audience was captivated Anthem for a Seventeen Year Old Girl and in time to catch the fi rst band, Raising the Dinosaur Jr. by their infectious form of Britpop and Stars and Sons off the breakthrough album Fawn. Most people attending were either Singer/songstress Feist was next to play. danceable beats. With a huge smile on his You Forgot it in People. Called the band’s getting food or lying on the grass getting a “I’ve had the fl u for about three weeks,” she face the entire set, frontman Kele Okereke “rock opera,” Almost Crimes was sung with tan during the set. The members of the band says, after screwing up her fi rst note on her clearly wasn’t lying when he said, “Toronto a special enthusiasm with Millan and Feist didn’t seem to mind because they still got a fi rst song in her set. Wearing large sunglasses is our favourite city to play.” dueting with Dean, and J. Mascis returning warm reception from the audience who were and a sun hat, she continued on with little to Banquet really got everyone moving in the to play guitar. paying attention. no trace of illness in her voice. limited dance room, as did the band’s other As Toronto Island’s curfew of 11 p.m. A half hour went by before Dinosaur Jr. Encouraging people to sing along and smash hit, Modern Romance, off the album drew near, the band members played their member J. Mascis took the stage with a few clap, she wooed the audience with her Silent Alarm. After a set that seemed to fl y fi nal songs as audience members rushed to members from Broken Social Scene to form sensual voice and personable demeanor. Her by in seconds, the audience was left wanting the ferry in fear of having to wait hours for Broken Mascis Scene. Throughout the set, most notable songs were Secret Heart and more and left anticipating the upcoming another. news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 21 NEWNOISES@ ATNIAGAR NIAGARA A Unsigned London band making name By ANDREA DYER lifestyle, but that lifestyle is a Staff Writer personal choice and should not be Unsigned, unaided and forced upon anyone by anyone, currently uninfl uenced by anyone, bands included. London’s Shotgun Rules is a band “Bands are very influential, demonstrating independence. and people, without being forced Showcasing a down-to-earth per- to, will check into things that sonality, guitarist Ric Mattingley interest their favourite bands. talks in an e-mail interview about Ramming it into their faces is the band’s journey, lifestyle choices no better than going door to and the upcoming release of its fi rst door trying to sell people on a full-length album. religion.” While many bands are signed He says in the past the band and/or have distribution deals under has supported People for the their belts, Shotgun Rules has only Ethical Treatment of Animals its talent and drive to thank for its and displayed its pamphlets since success. “it’s good to have ideas available “We’ve booked our own tours, for people to learn.” hit the road, played the shows “It’s definitely important to be and have somehow, all on our positive role models.” own, attained quite a nice-sized With the upcoming release of following,” says Mattingley. The the band’s full-length album fast catchy riffs, emotionally charged approaching, fans of Shotgun lyrics and energetic stage presence Rules can expect an updated of the band make it easy to see the taste of what the guys have to truth behind that. offer fairly soon. Many bands are tapping into infl uential standpoints with fans “We’re still trying to fi nish it up by conveying religious values and and make sure it’s the best thing Shotgun Rules entertains music fans at The End in Welland on Oct. 13 with Foxfi ght, Isalin, Farewell to lifestyle choices either through their we could possibly do ... I’m pretty Freeway and Kincaide. music or personalities. Mattingley sure that if people don’t want to Photo by Andrea Dyer says that he is vegan and supports a make a mess, they’ll take their no drugs, no alcohol consumption pants off before listening to it.” Tribe returns to Toronto Stoner-metal newcomers on rise Although Our Father is not as most other bands, the front By JIM WHYTE an album that solidifi ed the group’s a hardcore or metal-core band, man. O’Connor, who has also Staff Writer potential. The album is full of a lot of the shows the band has played in other bands such as The energy outside the Kool jazz-infused samples and funky played have been for a crowd that Windchimes, Get Loose, and Haus nightclub in Toronto on bass lines. ATCQ added acclaimed probably came out to see your Like You, is as energetic as the Sept. 17 was nothing short of jazz bassist Ron Carter, who most standard “fast part, breakdown, Energizer Bunny on crack. electric: A Tribe Called Quest notably had worked on two albums and fast part, breakdown” formula After their set at The End (ATCQ) was back in the city, with jazz great Miles Davis in the of metal and hardcore. Our Father Concert Lounge in Welland, on ready to perform a live show early 1960s. By KRIS DUBE is still as heavy as a bag of pianos Oct. 27, O’Connor said, “I nearly again after nearly 10 years. In 1993, Midnight Marauders Staff Writer but is refreshingly distinguishable busted my guitar off the ceiling a Back in town for the 2K7 Sports was released, and it was the band’s There is an up-and-coming from other aggressive bands. couple of times.” Bounce Tour, which toured 15 most successful album in sales. It stoner-metal band from Toronto O’Connor describes the sound Listening to a band is how music cities across the United States as was followed by 1996’s Beats, called Our Father. Both its live as “a fury of driving metal riffs, fans usually form an opinion about it, well as the solo Canadian show Rhymes and Life and 1998’s show and its self-titled six-song skull-crushing licks, in a haze of while watching how a band performs in Toronto, ATCQ rocked the The Love Movement, two more EP can fi ll a room with a thick and droned-out robots.” O’Connor says live is another way to build on that stage for almost an hour and half, albums that were also close to lazy haze of smoke. that the members are infl uenced opinion. Listening to Our Father’s performing 18 classics tracks from fl awless. The Love Movement Our Father is a relatively by bands such as Hot Snakes, EP should certainly be followed up all fi ve of their albums. had been categorized, however, by young band consisting of Dave early Black Sabbath, Melvins, Part by checking the band out the next The group consists of producer/ some as an attempt to please a more O’Connor, 20, Easton Lannaman, Chimp, and High on Fire but don’t time it rolls into a town near you. DJ Ali Shaheed Muhammad, mainstream audience. 19, Andreus Meret, 19, and Casey fi nd it necessary to model their “We plan on having a full-length lyricists Phife Dawg (born Malik While ATCQ was on tour for The Wolfman, 18. sound or image around the bands album completed sometime in Taylor) and lead man Q-Tip Love Movement release in late The members have been playing that they listen to. the spring, since we are going to (Jonathon Davis). The band is 1998, the group announced that the together for about two years as Many hardcore genre bands start recording in the early winter famous for its low-key style and band would be breaking up after Our Father. They were previously have a diffi cult time understanding months,” said O’Connor. “The jazz-infused samples with witty, the tour to pursue solo careers. called Pterodactyl with pretty the concept of trying new things songwriting process for us comes positive and humourous wordplay. Q-Tip, Phife Dawg and Ali much the same line-up aside from besides wearing a shirt of the band easily and is readily available since ATCQ is considered one of the Shaheed Muhammad all did their a different bass player. One song they are touring with, or having we all moved into the same house in most positive and infl uential hip- share in solo projects throughout that was written as Pterodactyl’s a singer that can’t come up with September. Instead of sitting around hop groups of the 1990s, along the years that followed, although made the transition to the library his own style, and thus can only watching TV as a household, we with the likes of De La Soul and the magic in their work was not of Our Father. All the other songs borrow everything they like about write songs.” The Roots. present as it was when the three that the band has crafted are their favourite bands. Listen to the band’s songs by The New York City trio released were together. “exclusive to Our Father,” said The focal point of Our checking out http://www.myspace. its masterpiece debut album Having witnessed the Toronto singer/guitarist Dave O’Connor. Father’s live show is the same com/ourfatherband. People’s Instinctive Travels and show fi rst-hand, I feel ATCQ still the Paths of Rhythm in early has what it takes. Although it 1990, heralding classics Can I is a long shot, die-hard fans are Kick It?, Youthful Explosion and hoping this tour will bring ATCQ Bonita Applebum, which won fans back together for another studio immediately. release. In late 1991, ATCQ released a I know I have my fi ngers second EP, The Low End Theory, crossed. Page 22, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006

The Exploring the fearArts of New additions at the dark through art rodman hall By LAURA NARDUCCI By TARA BRADY with transparent dollar-store objects Staff Writer Staff Writer in a plethora of colours of blue and A thick veil of a progressively It’s an art lover’s dream. green that appear to tumble down darker blue skin-like paper cuts Rodman Hall Arts Centre, a the niche like a waterfall. across the gallery in a gentle curve. unique, historic mansion, nestled in “Waterfall is supposed to evoke It towers 12 feet tall, stretching 45 the cozy Twelve Mile Creek area in the idea of a waterfall, with feet in a gentle curve and forming St. Catharines, features the work of cascades of junk and non-reusable a fi gure eight. There is little regional, national and international items to make it seem life-like.” illumination in the room, and light artists. Acquired from the Merritt Another new attraction to music plays, sending chills down family in 1960, the mansion was Rodman Hall is Ed Pien’s Tracing the viewer’s spine. then revamped into an art gallery Night. Pien’s artwork is a veil of Depicted on the veil are inked, with the help of estate donations. suspended glassine paper 45 feet winged, human-like creatures Rodman Hall recently welcomed wide by 12 feet high. hovering in a mass towards the Katharine Harvey’s Waterfall Pien’s large-scale ink drawings veil’s darkest part. A small opening as a showcase piece as part of a in this medium depict a girl allows the viewer to step inside a new project. This entails artists asleep, accompanied by images different world and walk through featuring their work in a niche that appear in her dream. Beyond the installation, exploring the space for a year. the suspended work, a large-scale nightmares of a little girl. Gordon Hatt, curator of installation in the form of an This is the work of 48-year- Rodman Hall, an affi liate of Brock elongated fi gure eight is laid out on old Taiwan-born Ed Pien. The University’s School of Fine and a slight diagonal along the length installation, called Tracing Night, Performing Arts, says he thinks this of the gallery. The outer layer of space will be a good opportunity the veil progresses from light to is being displayed at Rodman Hall The main wall of Ed Pien’s Tracing Night. The glassine veil for artists to work in different dark blue. Pien overlaid silhouetted Arts Centre, 109 St. Paul Cres., St. progressively changes from dark blue to light blue. mediums, whether their work is images of winged, semi-human Catharines. Pien’s work will be Photo by Laura Narducci there until Dec. 30, 2007. simple or complex. creatures on the surfaces. Their “To actually make the work took the viewer would become quite of the dark are the themes explored Harvey is a Toronto-based numbers multiply in a dense swarm about two months,” says Pien in an consciously aware of the rest of in this piece. These are not Pien’s artist whose inspiration for her as they gather towards the darkened e-mail interview. the gallery space and entering main themes for all of his work Waterfall piece is derived from end of the structure. Sound is used “The work is a continuation of wouldn’t be as big a deal. I also though. Pien says he explores two signifi cant themes, water to enhance the spatial quality of the my investigation into concepts of wanted the viewer to work a bit, to different scenarios that deal with and store-front windows. In this installation by activating the entire fear: how we respond to fear, what change their body position so they fear. One of the installations Pien piece Harvey achieved a material gallery space. makes us afraid and how fear is can enter. It is something like Alice made “responded to people who presence in the representation of Rodman Hall’s Forty-Five Years used as a motivating factor that in Wonderland.” had actually encountered real her unusual application of acrylic of Collecting is composed of shapes who we are. This theme has Once inside, the viewer is greeted ghosts.” medium. The other major theme of donated and purchased pieces from been an ongoing concern for about by a 12-foot-tall cylindrical piece Part of Pien’s inspiration for this work, the store-front window, was mostly Canadian artists, as well as 12 years.” depicting a little girl and strange work came from Inuit artist Irene developed as an ongoing series of German expressionist paintings and The installation is created using creatures. Cut into this piece Avaalaaqiaq. paintings that were initially inspired paintings derived from England. glassine paper and ink. Pien does are many tiny holes, only a few “She inspired this piece because by her interest in quirky displays There are 106 fi nest works on not use this combination for all his centimetres wide, that the viewer I am interested in how she deals of merchandise in small store display in the parlour of the home. work, only for his installations. can look into. with confronting fear, which is to windows. Store window paintings For more information on the For other work he uses a type of “The peepholes consist of change herself into a wolf and run also refl ect an underwater world of Rodman Hall Arts Centre, contact Japanese paper. layers and layers of hand-cut and away from danger or into a bird and refl ections and fl oating objects. Hatt at 905-684-2925 or e-mail “I start off by translating small individually tinted papers. They are fl y far away. It is the stories that she Hatt says Waterfall fi lls the niche [email protected]. drawings onto the glassine at the suspended on sticks and separated tells that inspire me. Irene tends to scale that suits the installation. into intervals to give the illusion use repeated images. I also used a UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT After that, I start colouring and then they occupy the entire interior similar, repeated motif, in the outer gluing the fi ve-foot-wide sheets of space of the smallest red-purple layer of my work and it consists of paper together. All the edges are structure. Different creatures reside a fl ying human-like creature.” reinforced, so the paper doesn’t in each hole and they represent the Pien’s interest in art started when tear as easily and the installation, possibilities of what awaits in the he was in kindergarten. He came to being stronger, can be re-used and night and darkness.” Canada from Taiwan when he was re-presented.” After exploring this piece, 11. “When I was young, paper was Creating such a huge work with the viewer can walk down a scarce so I remember the very fi rst Niagara’s BEST LIVE PARTY DANCE BANDS such delicate materials is “both narrow passage to a second inner time colouring and it was a magical easy and diffi cult.” To Pien, gluing installation. Hanging above is a experience.” and wrinkling the glassine paper video projection that shows fi gures Art interests him because art is Playing this Weekend is diffi cult but the wrinkling gives transforming. about creating and making. the paper “a more skin-like quality, “The video projection deals “I didn’t have a lot of toys so I th th allowing it to undulate and be with a sense of transformation in made them. One of my favourite FRI. NOV. 10 SAT. NOV. 11 more resilient to the wear and tear a time-based mode. It also helps toys is an airplane I made from caused by viewers going through to convince the viewer to linger in a toothpaste box. The sense of the work.” Pien adds, “It is easy to my work a bit longer. It is smaller making and transforming common STONEWALL OPEN MIKE work with glassine because it takes because it references the moon in elements into something poetic has ink really well.” the night sky.” stayed with me since childhood.” Once exploring the images on the During the experience, music Pien says anything can be JAM NIGHT outside of Tracing Night, the viewer plays faintly in the background. Pien inspirational, but he is interested can enter the installation through a says the music is not essential to the in “delving into the human No Cover Charge! small opening in the work. work but he “likes the way it gets condition.” “The entrance way is made into everything and everywhere. Pien says he gets the most Join Us this Weekend - bring your friends! smaller to make people consciously The sound element also enhances inspiration from the “love of art aware that they are about to enter the mood that I am attempting to and trying to get a better sense of into a different kind of space. If convey and maintain.” myself in relation to the rest of the DAYS INN • 1030 NIAGARA ST., WELLAND • 905-735-6666 the entrance was made bigger, Darkness, night, wonder and fear world.” 62176528 news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 23 Children’s Safety Village saves lives

Fun way for students to remember ‘Stop. Look. Think.’ when faced with emergency By NADINE WEBSTER Little do they know that a smoke is important for students to rec- see when they pass through the vil- company replaced half of the bro- Staff Writer simulator is being activated in the ognize police offi cers, fi refi ghters lage. Upon her death, she left the ken windows. Even students from Walking through the front doors kitchen. As the room slowly fi lls and paramedics as friends. He says village another sizable donation. Niagara College’s Welland campus of the Niagara Region Children’s with “smoke,” the fi refi ghter and too many times, emergency crews The artwork, paintings on the got their hands dirty. Safety Village on Woodlawn Road, the students must fi nd a way out. fi nd children hiding in a corner, too interior walls and even the deco- The year-old Student Initiative I am greeted by two smiling police Can they crawl beneath the smoke? afraid to come out or even talk. rating were all done by local high Club, led by Jesse Edsall, a second- offi cers and Bob Wastle. Is the door hot to the touch? Stu- Wastle takes me outside, to a school students. year Police Foundations student, It is almost 3 p.m., just about dents then climb out to the rope small city built to children’s scale. Leaving the village, I wonder how wanted to do something to prevent time to go home, but these three ladder, one-by-one. There is a tiny intersection, a tiny anyone could do so much damage the vandalisms from happening in haven’t lost their enthusiasm. It’s a fun way for students to re- Tim Hortons coffee shop and a to such a helping organization. the fi rst place. Wastle, interim executive direc- member the important steps when tiny Zehrs grocery store on the cor- Recent vandalisms at the village “We adopted it as one of our ma- tor for Niagara Region Children’s they are faced with an emergency ner. There’s even a mini Niagara are hard for everyone in the com- jor commitments,” says Edsall. Safety Village, guides me through situation, a kind of practice so they College and a working railroad munity to comprehend. “It’s really a tribute to the com- the classrooms. According to the can be prepared when a real-life crossing. Students drive miniature “There have been six incidences munity,” says Wastle. village’s brochure, injuries are the situation arises. battery-operated cars and bicycles over a period of three and a half “I cannot stress enough the ini- leading cause of death for children to put their newly acquired street months,” says Wastle. tiative the students had. They came one to 10 years of age. The aim is safety instructions into practice. “The fi rst few were minor, and to us with a Watch program, and to teach children “safety training Each car carries the logo of the the police did not consider them (to it’s a fabulous idea. The students for life.” company sponsoring it. be) a major issue.” really stepped up.” The hexagon-shaped building’s “It’s part of a fundraiser, an aid as That soon changed. Students from the Police Foun- corridor is surrounded by class- a community project,” says Wastle, “Someone came in and broke dations program and the Law and rooms and offi ces, the fi re safety of the village. 70 per cent of our windows. Nine Security Administration program class and the police and safety class The village opened in September doors were bashed in. The police organized a Volunteer Watch. The on the higher level and the para- 2003 thanks to funding and spon- estimated about $12,000 damage. students rotate spending evenings Fire prevention mascot Sparky medics’ room on the lower level. sors within the Niagara community. It was then considered a criminal at the village. Students from elementary Photos by Nadine Webster Ronald McDonald Charities, CAA offence.” “It’s great. We needed a presence. schools, along with their classroom The case of eight-year-old and Zehrs are some of the company Wastle says when the damage It’s as good as having a security teachers, come to the village facing Gordie Weller is an important ex- sponsors, but funding also comes was discovered on that Monday system, if not better,” says Wastle. Niagara College’s Child Care Cen- ample of this. In June 2005, Weller from individuals who care about morning, the fi rst concern was the He urges anyone who sees any- tre at the Welland campus as part of was home with his brother, 2, and children. children. The village decided to re- thing suspicious at the village to a fi eld trip. his stepfather while his mother There is a plaque on the door schedule all classes for that week. call the Niagara Regional Police at First on the tour is the police and was at work. His stepfather fell leading to Sparky’s House, in mem- Nevertheless, Wastle hasn’t lost 905-688-4111 ext. 4330. safety room. The room is brightly asleep, leaving some oil heating on ory of Alice B. Redman Gooch, his faith in the community. Welland “The more eyes, the better it’s lit and covered from fl oor to ceil- the stove. When smoke started to who died in November 2004. Her volunteer fi refi ghters and their crew going to be.” ing with colourful safety posters. fi ll the Welland apartment, Weller contribution of the Fire Hazard came by to help with the clean up. For more information, visit A life-sized working yellow traffi c woke his stepfather and his brother. Simulator is one that all children Volunteers from a window repair www.niagarasafetyvillage.on.ca. light and a walk/don’t walk light They got out of the building while hang in the corner. Here, children Weller knocked on residents’ doors from Grade 1 through Grade 5 to warn them of the fi re. learn about bicycle safety with the Weller said he credits his re- help of Elmer the Elephant. cent visit to the village where he FABULOUS FALL GIVEAWAY! The next stop is the fi re safety learned important lessons on fi re room, by far the class with the safety, including how to evacuate a most involvement from students. smoke-fi lled room. As in the police and safety room, “His quick actions helped to en- it is brightly lit with many posters. sure that no one was hurt in this Grade 1 students sit on thick mats fi re. Gordie demonstrated extreme while watching a puppet show put determination and perseverance in on by fi refi ghters. getting everyone out of the apart- Older students proceed to the Fire ment building safely,” said Fire Students!! Fill out this ballot for a chance to Hazard Simulator, a remote-oper- Marshal Bernard Moyle. ated kind of dollhouse. It shows the Weller went on to receive a Fire win a prize pack valued at over $100! Drop it in many hazards there may be in each Safety Action Award from the Fire room, such as in the bathroom, in Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Coun- the ballot box located across from Campus the kitchen or on the stairs. The re- cil, The Young Heroes Award and mote “turns on” a hazard, a radio an educational bursary. Security and listen to “Niagara’s Hottest Mix” falling in the bathtub for example, It’s stories like these that give and the loud buzz sound even has me goosebumps and give Wastle to hear your name called! me jump back a few steps. the commitment to keep going. The door next to the simulator “We prepare children how to leads to Sparky’s House. Sparky is react when emergencies happen,” Listen Live 24/7: broadcasting.niagarac.on.ca a well-known cartoon Dalmatian he says. in fi refi ghter gear. The house looks The paramedics’ room on the as though it’s a small apartment. lower level for students Grade 6 It has a fully functioning kitchen and up teaches what Wastle calls with a sink and a stove. Students “fi rst response reactions.” Name: ______Deadline for This Draw identify the hazards in the room, “The fi rst thing is 911, then, Student ID: ______is November 23rd , 2006!! such as a fork stuck in an outlet depending on what the danger is, and electrical cords hanging off the what steps they can take.” Phone: ______Don’t forget to Drop off countertops. Each classroom has its own A bedroom at the back of the outfi t. In the fi re safety room, a E-mail: ______Your Ballot!! kitchen is outfi tted with bunk beds. complete fi refi ghter outfi t sits in Inside this room, a fi refi ghter brings the corner. In each room, the class- Enter to Win! the students in to see the rope lad- room teacher puts on the gear from der hanging outside the window. boots to helmet. Wastle says this Page 24, news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006 NEWS@SPORTSNIAGARA On the road with Niagara Knights volleyball team By JASON PETZNICK “It makes [school] tougher,” says “We started off [the day] well, Staff Writer Evers, about the time commitment and then we fell apart,” says Rick Living a double life isn’t easy. involved with varsity sports. Regier, 20, of Zurich, Ont. In comparison with everyone Regg Miller, the team’s head “We weren’t excited and we hit else, you must deal with twice coach, tells players that schoolwork a lot of balls out on our attacks,” as many people, twice as much comes before volleyball and he says. responsibility and twice as much stresses the importance of time Niagara fi nishes the day with drama. That’s not an easy task. management to his athletes. two wins and one loss. Tomorrow Recently I took this on. In We experience one weather- the team will fi nish the pool play, addition to my job as a reporter for induced hiccup before we get to but for now the members to check news@niagara, I am involved with Oshawa when we are rear-ended by into their hotel, get some food into the men’s volleyball team here. On a Jeep on the Gardiner Expressway. their stomachs and refl ect on the Oct. 20 and Oct. 21, I was provided There are no injuries and a minimal Nipissing game. with the perfect opportunity amount of damage to the van so we Hotel to mesh my jobs. The men’s continue on to our destination. We load the vans and head volleyball team was travelling to Day 1 for the hotel. All the players get Durham College in Oshawa for The 12 teams at the tournament settled into their rooms, and dinner a tournament, so, along with my make up two pools of six. Our pool reservations are made at the hotel’s volleyball stuff, I grabbed a digital includes the Cambrian Golden restaurant. camera and notepad to record my Shield of Sudbury, the Durham An all-you-can-eat pasta and Niagara Knights’ Kyle Akins (No. 13), Brian Feron (No. 4) and Tyler experiences. Lords of Oshawa, the Humber salad dinner is on the menu for McKaig (No. 11) put up a block against the Loyalist Lancers in their Travel Time Hawks of Etobicoke, the Nipissing the night, but that doesn’t appeal fi nal game at the tournament hosted by Durham College. The team is scheduled to leave Lakers of North Bay, the Sheridan to everyone’s tastebuds. McNutt, Photo by Jason Petznick for Oshawa at 9:30 a.m. on Oct. Bruins of Oakville and us, the Feron, Kyle Akins, Troy Winch 20. It’s raining and generally Niagara Knights. and I have a hankering for another Day 2 setter, of Dresden, Ont. depressing outside. Two rental vans Our fi rst match is against Italian delicacy. We make our way Dawn breaks and the team heads The Knights fi nish with a record transport everyone on the trip. I’m Sheridan. The Knights come to the front desk and get the number for the lobby to indulge in the of two wins and three losses, in the second van with Nic Marcuz, out strong, scoring often and of the nearest pizza joint. complimentary buffet breakfast. placing fourth in pool “A.” They Aaron McNutt, Brian Feron, Cody dominating offensively to win the We fi nd ourselves with some free We fi ll our stomachs, and the team will play one fi nal game against the Evers, Rick Regier and Assistant fi rst set 25-13. The second set is time, so Feron, Winch, Akins and I leaves for its fi rst game of the day. Loyalist Lancers of Belleville, the Coach Brad Harrietha. much like the fi rst. Niagara runs its don our bathing suits and head for The Knights will have a tough fourth place team from pool “B.” We’re barely off college property offence well and comes out on top the pool. start, facing the hometown team, The end of pool play marks the end when Feron, 19, of Thamesville, with 25-19. Akins, 20, of Owen Sound, says Durham Lords. of Niagara’s slump too. Ont., whips out his Gameboy and An hour later the Knights face the the best part of staying in hotels on The Lords fi nished last season You can feel the change in energy starts playing Blades of Steel. For Humber Hawks. Humber fi nished overnight trips is the amenities. It’s with a perfect record of 13 wins as soon as the game starts. the rest of the trip, the Gameboy is third in the Ontario College Athletic nice to have a pool and restaurant and no losses. They captured fi rst The Knights look like a different treated like the town bicycle as it Association’s (OCAA) central west on site, says Akins. He says the place in the OCAA’s central east team, crushing balls on offence is passed between players and then division last season with a record worst part is having to share beds division and fi nished second at the and playing solid defence. Niagara discarded for periods of time. of six wins and seven losses. The with his teammates. OCAA championships. Niagara ends the weekend on a high point, By the time we reach Oakville, Hawks prove to be more of a A dip in the hot tub is followed runs into the same problems as defeating Loyalist two sets to one. the boys have started into the challenge, but the Knights still win by a trip to the sauna and a jump against Nipissing and winds up “Consistency made the movie quotes. Most of them come both sets by scores of 25-14 and in the pool. The jump in the pool losing both sets 25-16. difference,” says Mat Poirier, a from the comedic classic Super 25-18 respectively. turns into an intense competition The Knights have three hours fi rst-year Business Administration Troopers, but Marcuz, 20, of Port The Knights’ fi nal match of the to see who can make the biggest until the next game, so we head student, of Timmins, Ont. Hope, Ont., comes up with great day is against Nipissing, a strong splash. back to the hotel and check out. “We learned what we have to lines from Tom Cruise’s Top Gun. team with a well-rounded offence. We cannonball into the pool with The guys can’t seem to get out of work on [this weekend],” says Meanwhile, Evers, 19, of Despite its earlier wins, Niagara reckless abandon until the session their slump as they lose both sets McNutt, 20, of Ajax. He says that Chatham, Ont., is in the back seems to be missing something is capped off with a synchronized of their fi nal pool game against seeing where other teams in the seat studying for his upcoming during this game and lose the fi rst jump that draws applause from the Cambrian. league stand will help the Knights midterms. set 25-20 and the second 25-16. pool attendant. “We had a lapse in concentration,” progress to the point they need to be says Tyler McKaig, 21-year-old to win. Lifestyle changes Rewarding your choices Popularity of ball hockey grows By ALEX EDDIE back, Bering plays left wing and is one of the stars By ROSE SOMR fi tness, the Active Living Rewards Staff Writer of the team. Staff Writer program also offers rewards for In rain, snow, moonlight or sunlight, the lights They play no matter what the weather may be. We all know active living has efforts made by college students. above the ball hockey arenas are always on. “We have played in rain, snow, and tonight it obvious health benefi ts. Now we Simply signing up on the website, Students may have noticed the activity going on looks like we’re going to be playing in hail,” says can win prizes, too. http://www.activelivingrewards. at the college’s Welland campus arenas on a nightly Bering, as he looks out the window. Active Living Rewards is an ca, enters students to win prizes basis. The sport is ball hockey. To join it costs $120 a season, and it is well worth “innovative web-based program such as an MP3 players, DVD Played by all ages, ball hockey has grown more the price. The Ball Hockey International Association designed to reward individuals for players and more. popular over the years. Ball hockey rules are is extensive. Bering says Welland is just a small part including physical activity in their Here at Niagara, there are plenty basically the same as regular hockey. Players do not of the sport. daily lives.” of opportunities to start an active skate, but run, so the rink is much smaller than a “We have played teams from Barrie, Brantford The joint project undertaken lifestyle. Niagara offers a free regular hockey rink. and even as far as Boston.” by the Ontario College Athletic fi tness room, to which you only Ryan Bering, 20, a graduate of the Construction It is open to anyone, men or women, and children Association and the Lifestyle need to bring your student card and Engineering Technology – Architecture program at of all ages. Many of the youngsters who have started Information Network helps promote be properly changed into workout Niagara College, has been playing ball hockey for playing ball hockey had never played a real hockey physical activity and encourages clothing. Also, there are a number three years. game before, says Bering. Canadians to lead a more healthful of intramural sports. “It isn’t what most people think. It’s actually “It’s a great sport. Anyone can sign up, and if and more active lifestyle. If you aren’t interested in very competitive and can be pretty rough out there you were ever held back from the skating aspect of The statistics show less than half Niagara’s fi tness opportunities, the sometimes,” says Bering. hockey as kid, then this is your chance to shine.” of all adults in Ontario meet the YMCA also offers a wide range His team, the Young Guns, went undefeated last If you have questions about ball hockey and are minimum recommended guidelines of workout equipment and has a season and just came back from the provincial interested in signing up visit the website at http:// for active living, and obesity is on swimming pool. However, there championships in Barrie. With the number 21 on his www.ballhockeyinternational.com. the rise. is a student fee required to join the While promoting physical YMCA. news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 25 NEWS@SPORTSNIAGARA Bishop comes off bench to lead Argos to East Finals By JIM WHYTE immediately, as Bishop’s fi rst pass, change of pace, and Bishop stepped Staff Writer and fi rst play on offence, resulted in up and performed well. The win is The Toronto Argonauts have a 68-yard touchdown strike to wide lovely.” advanced to the Canadian Football receiver Arland Bruce, bringing the Rita also said that Allen should League East Divisional fi nal after Rogers Centre crowd to its feet. get the start against the Alouettes. defeating the Winnipeg Blue Running back Charles Roberts Noel Prefontaine, the Argonauts’ Bombers 31–27 Sunday afternoon was un-stoppable for Winnipeg, placekicker, said that Allen and at the Rogers Centre in Toronto. scoring two touchdowns and Bishop played well. Trailing 27–17 midway through rushing for 179 yards on 30 carries, “Both of them did what they the fourth quarter, Argos backup but it was his fumble in the fourth needed to do in order for us to get quarterback Michael Bishop quarter, which the Argos recovered, the victroy.” replaced starter Damon Allen and that ultimately led to the winning Allen fi nished the game led the team to two consecutive touchdown. completing 15 passes out of 28 touchdown drives in less than two On the ensuing Argonaut drive, for a total of 219 yards with one minutes, taking the Argos to a Bishop found wide receiver R. Jay interception and a touchdown, thrilling come-from-behind victory Soward in the back of the end zone while Bishop completed three out in front of an announced crowd of for a 14-yard touchdown, to give of fi ve passes, for 111 yards and 26,240. the Argos a 31–27 lead. They never two touchdowns. In a bold move by head coach looked back. “Overall, I’m pretty excited Blue Bombers’ defensive back Ike Charlton (No. 0) leaves the Mike “Pinball” Clemons, Allen, The Blue Bombers made one we were able to win the game, fi eld after Toronto ended Winnipeg’s season at the Rogers Centre professional football’s all-time fi nal drive to the Argos’ 31-yard and I’m glad we were able to do Sunday. Inset, Toronto’s head coach Mike Clemons addresses the leading passer, was removed after line with under a minute left in this for the city of Toronto and media Saturday. The Argos move on to face the Montreal Alouettes he struggled to move the ball on the game, but quarterback Kevin for the fans that came out here to in the East Divisional fi nal this Sunday in Montreal. offence on consecutive drives after Glenn was intercepted by Argonaut support us. I’m looking forward to Photos by Jim Whyte the Blue Bombers took an early Orlondo Steinauer to seal the playing Montreal next week,” said fourth quarter lead. victory. Prefontaine. it. Usually the team that makes the host the East fi nal. “Coaches don’t win football Adam Rita, general manager Pete Martin, colour analyst for fi nal mistakes loses, and they did.” The Argos are hoping to do games – players do,” said Clemons, and vice-president of football the Argonauts’ radio broadcasts The Argos move on to face the what the Alouettes did to them last in a press conference following the operations for the Argos, and on AM640, said the game had an Alouettes on Sunday at 1 p.m. at season: advance to the Grey Cup Argonauts’ fi nal practice Saturday. interim offensive co-ordinator, unbelievable fi nish, but the Argos Olympic Stadium in Montreal. In with a win on the road. It was Clemons’s decision, cleared any speculation after the were lucky. a battle for fi rst place in the last The winner will face either the however, to pull Allen in favour of game saying Allen was not injured “It was one of those games week of regular season play, the Saskatchewan Roughriders or the Bishop, which in fact changed the after he took a hit by Winnipeg’s where Winnipeg had the game, Alouettes defeated the Argonauts at B.C. Lions in Winnipeg on Nov. 19 pace of the entire game Sunday. Doug Brown. but they made the late mistakes the Rogers Centre 24–20, allowing for a chance to take home the 94th The coach’s decision paid off “We just felt that we needed a and the Argos made them pay for them to clinch a fi rst-round bye and Grey Cup. EAST DIVISIONAL FINAL

TORONTO ARGONAUTS Ball hockey keeps you in shape @ MONTREAL ALOUETTES By CHRISTINE KENNEDY is allowed, but body checking is The teams have various motives Staff Writer not allowed. for attending each week. SUNDAY 1 P.M. ON CBC Playing intramural sports is a “The refereeing is inconsistent, “I grew up playing hockey. Love good way to stay in shape and get let’s say, but they’re volunteers, the game. Love watching. Love involved with your school. so you can’t really complain,” playing,” said Callie Hemsworth, Intramural ball hockey at Brock said Usselman, 22, of West 21, of Thunder Bay. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT University in St. Catharines is McGillivray. Anderson, of Inglewood, said, “I ending for the season. The students Each week most of the students can’t let my team down. If I don’t have been playing every Tuesday sign out hockey sticks to play, but show up, they’ll lose.” night for eight weeks. occasionally the equipment room The high spirits of the players 62171235 # DRIVER “It’s fun. It allows you to is lacking. exuded from the benches as each VOTED 1 exercise, but also be competitive,” “The equipment is terrible. team cheered and shouted. 2003 EDUCATION said Charlotte Usselman, a fourth- Stock some more. We paid 40 “It’s a friendly atmosphere and 2004 year Brock University student in bucks. Use it for equipment,” an excellent spirit of competition,” the Kinesiology program. said Scott Anderson, 21, a fourth- said Usselman. 2005 Each team must have four year Accounting student at Brock players and a goalie on the court at University. 2006 all times; however, the ball hockey teams are co-ed, so two of the players must be female. Asked what her favourite part of playing is, Mary McKnight, a The UPS Store® AAPEX fourth-year Physical Education The UPS Store® DRIVING ACADEMY student, said, “Working up a good 200 Fitch Street, Welland healthy sweat.” by the Welland Plaza The games run for 45 minutes Mailbox Service with Street Address WELLAND ST. CATHARINES Worldwide Ground & Air Shipping 905-788-0770 NOVEMBER 25 WKNDS and there are no slapshots allowed. Direct Digital Printing | Fax Sending & NOVEMBER 13 MON/WED “I grew up playing ball hockey, Receiving | Custom Packing Service Port Colborne DECEMBER 9 WKNDS DECEMBER 2 WKNDS Portal Village just going out and playing after Binding & Laminating | B&W & Colour 905-788-2327 905-988-1688 school with my best friends every Photocopies | Postage Stamps 905-835-0770 day,” said Pat Houston, 22, of CHRISTMAS CLASSES & Whitby.

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62158152 news@niagara, Nov. 10, 2006, Page 27 Niagara Rents provides Tournament helps children real estate solutions By ANDREA BARRETT and CHRISTINE KENNEDY Staff Writers Reigning champions Premiere Van for tenants, landlords Lines continue its winning streak. By JENNIFER DESCHAMPS “We volunteered our time and On Sept. 23 The St. Catharines Staff Writer resources to make it happen and Standard presented the fi fth annual Prospective tenants and still, to this day, every penny goes Power Play for Easter Seals, a discontented landlords, look right back into the costs of keeping ball hockey tournament benefi ting no further. the site on the web.” Easter Seals in the Niagara region. Find the solution to all your real Dashwood says putting a website Janice Gardner-Spiece, 38, estate needs on the informative, up- online is easy, but getting people to district manager for Easter Seals, to-date, and easy-to-use Niagara visit is the hard part. “I had spent co-ordinated the tournament, Rents website. hours in research and hundreds of which raised $12,000 for Dennis Dashwood, of Welland, dollars in advertising before the local programs and services. says he started Niagara Rents after website had even launched.” Easter Seals helps children becoming “fed up” with other Niagara Rents uses flyer with disabilities to succeed, and websites charging high prices and distribution, high search engine 2007 marks its 85th anniversary. producing little results. placement and newspaper The tournament accommodated Premiere Van Lines team members pose after winning their fi nal “I was managing a student advertising, along with word 42 players ranging in age from 18 to game with a 6-3 score. In the front row, from left, are Shawn house at the time and had to fi nd of mouth to attract people to 63 years, along with 25 volunteers. Donovan, Shane LaPorte and Brian Barres. In the back row, from a way to have cheaper advertising the site. Easter Seals Chair of Youth left, are Jason Gifford, Mike Watson and Collin Stachura. and more phone calls from Dashwood says he usually spends Services Ryan Duemo is a fi rst- Photo by Christine Kennedy potential tenants.” about two hours a day answering e- year Niagara College student “Oh yes, we’ll be back next played for the Wormald Masse Dashwood says he decided mails from both landlords and tenants. in the Child and Youth Worker year, and we’re gonna win it.” Keen Lopinski (WMKL) team, to start his own The site allows program at the Welland campus. Tammy Hough, second-year which made it to the fi nals website and allowed landlords to list He was the regional Timmy in Niagara College student in the against Premiere Van Lines neighbours to put apartments with 1997 and the provincial Timmy in Recreation and Leisure Services with a fi nal score of six to three. their rentals on it too. minimal fees 2000, representing 22,000 youth. program at the Welland campus, Teammates declared, “He’s a bird.” Within a short period for hosting and Duemo, 19, of St. Catharines, was asked by her teacher to come DiPietro said, “It’s a good of time, landlords advertising. It also attended Leaders of Tomorrow, out and support a good cause. cause.” His favourite parts of the from all over Niagara has a section for a four-day conference on public “I feel it’s important to support day were “pizza and winning.” were asking to have tenants to place speaking and public relations, anything. Easter Seals has good Jason Gifford, 22, of St. Cath- ads posted on the site. free wanted ads after which he did two years of programs and services,” said Hough. arines, has been in the tournament Since launching in explaining what speeches representing Easter Seals. Hough, 20, of Thorold, played the last three years playing for early 2004, Niagara they are looking Duemo said he’s helped with goalie for the Power Glen team. the Premiere Van Lines team. Rents has grown, generating about for. Dashwood says about 60 fundraisers and whatever else he Phyl (Phyllis) Leclerc, 27, Gifford said, “It’s fun 600 page views a day, mostly to 70 tenants a month use this could. “I’m still doing it because I of St. Catharines, said, “I think and we look forward to it between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. feature. love it.” raising money is good for every year as a company.” “I was very surprised at the NiagaraRents.com is the ninth James Finney, a competitor in everything. It’s a good cause.” Asked if he’ll return for a response we had in our fi rst year. most-visited real estate website the tournament, of St. Catharines, Leclerc, a truck driver, fourth year, he said, “If we’re I soon realized how much of a in Canada and ranks second place played for the Honest Lawyer, his competed for his first time allowed back, we’ll be back.” demand there really was for housing for apartment rental websites, employer. in the tournament on the Sponsors of the event included in Niagara,” says Dashwood, in an according to Oval Creek, a company Finney, 28, said, “I want to Hertz team to help children Boston Pizza, Premiere Van e-mail interview. that ranks real estate sites. support charities like Easter Seals. out and says he will take part Lines, The Standard, Walker “Being a former Niagara College For further information, visit We [The Honest Lawyer] like to be in the tournament next year. Industries and Pen Financial. student, I have rented many places http://www.niagararents.com. a part of the community. It’s the way Stefano DiPietro, 24, of St. A $100 gift certifi cate for the and I understand what tenants are we do it at The Honest Lawyer.” Catharines, said, “Any time you Keg Fallsview was awarded looking for in a rental. And now This was his fi rst year competing give to charity, it is a good cause.” to the top fundraiser, and each being a landlord, I know what in the tournament and he said, DiPietro, an accountant, participant received a gift bag. landlords are looking for in a tenant. Those two things are what make our website work.”  Students turned into automotive experts Niagara Rents is a small, Top 10 volunteer-based operation, with TM By MARCUS YOUNGREN a variety of part-time. 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I would ollie over Opened last summer, the sewers.” skatepark has obstacles such as Konwent says he also found quarter pipes, grind rails, staircase places to skate before the park sets and even a manual pad based opened. “I would skate any on a street in San Francisco. abandoned place where there is “They incorporated parts of other maybe an old piece of metal. I cities’ [features] that are popular would make my own ramps and for skating into the skatepark,” rails and skate them in old parking says Matt Dittrick, manager of lots.” skateboard fashion and equipment Sometimes skating in certain retailer West 49 in the Pen Center places would get him in trouble, in St. Catharines. “It’s one of a says Konwent. “My friends and I kind, not your typical skatepark.” were skating in an underground “The skatepark is a safe area parking lot and I got fi ned by the designed for skateboarding. Now security guards. The ticket was people have a spot where they can $160 and I lost my board.” skateboard and socialize,” says Rivest said he also was fi ned Cathy Moldenhaur, manager of while skating in Toronto. “I got a sports facilities for St. Catharines. ticket for skating on the benches at Paul Konwent, 19, of St. the Finch subway station. Security Catharines, says the skatepark was fi ned me $130.” Paul Konwent, 19, of St. Catharines, catches some major air while performing a 360-degree Boneless a major investment for the city. “The skatepark gives people trick at the outdoor St. Catharines skatepark on Oct. 29. “All St. Catharines needed was an a venue to skateboard,” says Photo by Michael Speck outdoor skatepark that was free,” Moldenhaur. “Now they don’t have he says. to skate at the library or courthouse Dittrick says there has been a doesn’t maintain the skatepark, in budget will include upgrades to the Konwent says he fi rst started where security would come and greater interest in skateboarding a couple of years there won’t be a skatepark. “The budget includes skating when he was around yell at them.” since the skatepark has opened. “I skatepark.” grass, trees and benches for the nine or 10 on a board he got for Dittrick says the skatepark defi nitely think it has become more Rivest says maintenance needs skatepark.” Christmas. “I was inspired by my has had a great impact on the popular.” to be improved. “They should Konwent says it is time for older brother, who skated.” community. “Now we have a place The skatepark is not being used defi nitely have garbage cans and skateboarding to expand as a Peter Rivest, 21, of St. where all the kids can get together. to its full advantage, says Dittrick. they should expand the length of sport. “The new generation of Catharines, who considers himself We need another one because it’s “The land around the skatepark the fl at ground concrete where it is skateboarders should make up an “expert” skater, started skating always so busy.” is all unfi nished mud instead of all just mud.” their own tricks and make up new in elementary school when he was Moldenhaur says the skatepark grass. There are no drainage, no Konwent says the skatepark is obstacles to skate.” under 10 years old. “I did it just for was built to get more people trees and no garbage cans. The poorly maintained. “They should Dittrick says the key to learning fun. I liked the feel of it,” he says. interested in the sport. “I defi nitely skatepark is supposed to look like build an indoor skatepark that skateboarding is persistence. “The skatepark in St. Catharines hope it has generated more interest a park, not like a piece of cement in would be easy to maintain.” “Don’t give up. Skateboarding is very decent. I think the concrete in the sport of skateboarding.” the middle of the desert. If the city Moldenhaur says the next city isn’t easy, and wear a helmet.” Legion pays respect Port Colborne band rocks ‘Moe’s’ tavern

A poppy fl ag blows in the wind at the Royal Canadian Legion branch in Welland in the spirit of Remembrance Day. Bridge 21 Vocalist Justin Czerlau blew the crowd away during a show at Moe’s Tap and Wings on Oct. 26. Photo by Rachel Tattersall Photo by Nate Lasovich By JASON PETZNICK Hitting Staff Writer

2006 Durham College the road Killer Instinct Cup PETZNICK PHOTO

Living a double life is not an easy thing to do. In comparison to everyone else you must deal with twice as many people, twice as much responsibility and twice as much drama, not an easy task. Recently I took on the task of living a double life. In addition to my job as a reporter for the news@niagara, I am involved with the men’s volleyball team here at the school. On Oct. 20 and 21 I was provided with the perfect opportunity to mesh my jobs together. The men’s volleyball team was travelling to Durham College in Oshawa for a tournament so along with my volleyball stuff I grabbed a camera and notepad to record my experiences. Rick Regier sharpens his Travel Time skills on ‘Blades.’ PETZNICK Photo The team is scheduled to but Marcuz, 20, of Port leave for Oshawa at 9:30 Hope, Ont., comes up a.m. on Oct. 20. It’s raining with great lines from Tom and generally depressing Cruise’s Top Gun. outside. Two rental vans Meanwhile, Evers, 19, transport everyone on the of Chatham, is in the trip. I’m in the second van back seat studying for his with Nic Marcuz, Aaron upcoming midterms. McNutt, Brian Feron, “It makes [school] Cody Evers, Rick Regier tougher,” says Evers about and Assistant Coach Brad the time commitment Harrietha. involved with varsity We’re barely off school sports. property when Feron, Regg Miller, the team’s 19, of Thamesville, Ont., head coach tells players whips out his Gameboy that schoolwork comes and starts playing Blades before volleyball, and of Steel. For the rest of stresses the importance the trip the Gameboy of time management to is treated like the town his athletes. bicycle as it is passed We experience one between players and then weather-induced hiccup discarded for periods of before we get to Oshawa, time. when we are rear-ended By the time we reach by a Jeep on the Gardiner Oakville the boys have Expressway. There are started into the movie no injuries and a minimal quotes. Most of them amount of damage to the come from the comedic van so we continue on to classic Super Troopers, our destination.

‘What is the maximum amount of meat i can possibly get on that?’ PETZNICK Photo Day 1 There are 12 teams at the tournament, both sets by scores of 25-14 and 25-18 making up two pools of six. Our pool respectively. includes the Cambrian Golden Shield of The Knights’ final match of the day Sudbury, the Durham Lords of Oshawa, is against Nipissing, a strong team the Humber Hawks of Etobicoke, the with a well-rounded offence. Despite Nipissing Lakers of North Bay, the their earlier wins, Niagara seems to be Sheridan Bruins of Oakville, and us, the missing something during this game as Niagara Knights. they lose the first set 25-20, and the Our first match is against Sheridan. The second 25-16. Knights come out strong, scoring often “We started off [the day] well, and then and dominating offensively to win the we fell apart,” says Rick Regier, 20, of first set 25-13. The second set is much Zurich, Ont. like the first; Niagara runs its offence well We weren’t excited and we hit a lot of and comes out on top 25-19. balls out on our attacks says Regier. An hour later the Knights face the Niagara finishes the day with two wins Humber Hawks. Humber finished third in and one loss. Tomorrow they will finish the Ontario College Athletic Association’s they’re pool play but for now they have (OCAA) central west division last season to check into their hotel, get some food with a record of six wins and seven into their stomachs and reflect on the losses. The Hawks prove to be more of Nipissing game. a challenge, but the Knights still win

Kevin Lewis goes O/T against Humber (top), it’s almost as intense on the bench as it is in the game (middle), the Knights take a little break on Friday. PETZNICK Photos Hotel We load the vans and head for the hotel. All the players get settled into their rooms and dinner reservations are made at the hotel’s restaurant. An all-you-can-eat pasta and salad dinner is on the menu for the night, but that doesn’t appeal to everyone’s taste buds. McNutt, Feron, Kyle Akins, Troy Winch and myself have a hankering for another Italian delicacy. We make our way to the front desk and get the number of the nearest pizza joint. We find ourselves with some free time so Feron, Winch, Akins and myself don our bathing suits and head for the pool. Akins, 20, of Owen Sounds, says the best part of staying in hotels on overnight trips is the amenities. It’s nice to have a pool and restaurant on site says Akins. He says the worst part is having to share beds with his teammates. A dip in the hot tub is followed by a trip to the sauna and a jump in the pool. The jump in the pool turns into an intense competition to see who can make the Aaron Mcnutt, Kevin Lewis and Kyle Akins play leapfrog at the hotel. biggest splash. We cannonball into the PETZNICK Photo pool with reckless abandon until the session is capped off with a synchronized jump that draws applause from the pool attendant.

Tyler McKaig tosses a set out to power. PETZNICK Photo

Day 2 The Knights will have a tough They captured first place in the Dawn breaks and the team start to their day. They will face OCAA’s central east division, heads for the lobby to indulge the hometown Durham Lords. and finished second at the in the complimentary, buffet The Lords finished OCAA championships. Niagara breakfast. Stomachs are filled runs into the same problems and the team leaves for their last season with a perfect they had against Nipissing and first game of the day. record of 13 wins and no losses. wind up losing both sets 25-16. Kyle Akins, Brian Feron and Tyler McKaig put up roofs as if they worked The Knights have three hours until their next at The Home Depot. game so we head back to the hotel and check PETZNICK photo out. The guys can’t seem to get themselves out of Rick, not impressed I woke him up PETZNICK Photo the slump they’re in as they lose both sets of their final pool game against Cambrian. “We had a lapse in concentration,” says Tyler McKaig, 21-year-old setter, of Dresden, Ont. He says the team is still working their kinks out. The Knights finish with a record of two wins and three losses, placing them fourth in pool “A”. They will play one final game against the Loyalist Lancers of Belleville, the fourth place team from pool “B”. The end of pool play marks the end of Niagara’s slump too. You can feel the change in energy as soon as the game starts. The Knights look like a different team, crushing balls on offence and playing solid defence. Niagara end the weekend on a high point, defeating Loyalist two sets to one. “Consistency made the difference,” says Mat Poirier, a first-year Business Administration student, of Timmins, Ont. “We learned what we have to work on [this weekend],” says McNutt, 20, of Ajax. He says that seeing where other teams in the league are at, will help the Knights progress to the point they need to be at to win.