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GROWN 1.08/kg Ib PRICES IN EFFECT... OCT./ 1992 J THURS.| FRI 22/23 WEDNESDAY, October 21, 1992 PROFILE ke ~~ THE CANADA QUESTION In less than one week, Canadians from the Atlantic to the Pacific will be voting on whether to accept or reject a constitutional proposal put forth by the leaders of this nation. Since the Charlottetown Agreement was born this summer, Canadians have been overwhelmed with material stating how we should vote and why, as well as the consequences resulting from either vote. In Castlegar, the upcoming referendum has set the stage for various debates and discussions on the constitution, magnifying both its successes and failures. The Castlegar Sun has asked four community leaders to put pen to paper, and clearly state their reasons for voting yes or no to the Charlottetown Accord. > Elmer Pellerine Social Credit Party President, Rosslanc-Trail riding The Provincial Social Credit Party has clearly stated a “No” vote position on the Charlottetown Accord. The majority of the directors of the local associa- tion appear to be following the party line. However after much consideration I have gone from a no,to a maybe, to a yes position. I feel that this referendum should not be decided along party lines or by political intimidation. Since 12 leaders representing all parts of the country have managed to agree on the proposed Constitution, surely we cannot afford to let this opportunity pass. Even with imperfections, this agreement is a chance for Canadians to come together in the spirit of compromise and ill. As a staunch supporter of the Social Credit Party I still intend to vote yes. How one votes should be a Personal decision and in no way be dictated by one’s political affiliation. I urge everyone to consider this momentous deci- sion on its merits. In my opinion the Charlottetown Accord is-the first step to a brighter and more pros- Pperous future. Ed Conroy NDP MLA Rossland-Trail Since the Canadian Unity Agreement was reached on August 28 — remarkably enough by all ten i the federal g: two gov- emments and the four key national aboriginal organiza- tions — those opposed to it have been complaining that they could have done better. Nobody who has ever been any where near a negotiation table to put together a con- tract believes that. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a mine, or a mill or a constitution, the process always comes down to give and take. If it doesn’t then you're not solving problems, you're creating them. What's worse, is that they’re telling that the constitution has to divide us into winners and losers. Not true. The con- Stitution is meant to keep our nation together by helping us define who we are. I want to stress that I don’t agree with those people who suggest that the world will come to an end if Canadians vote no. That’s obviously not going to happen. But we shouldn’t be blind to the fact that our constant constitutional wrangling has hurt our ability to deal with the economy. Voting no won't make that job any easier. I’m not suggesting that voting Yes is without risk. But as least I know what I’m risking. T know that because it’s all spelled out for me in the Unity A Op have not both to out- line what alternatives they would put forward. That's simply not good enough. On October 26 I'll be voting yes, and I urge you to do the same. Advertised prices in effect at your neighbourhood Castlegar Safeway store. Quantity rights reserved. Some items may not be exactly as shown Jim Gouk Reform Party candidate Kootenay West Revelstoke riding The Charlottetown Accord creates far more problems than it attempts to solve. It offers a Triple E Senate that may see it’s sena- tors appointed by Provincial Governments instead of elected. A Senate whose effectiveness is diluted by an enlarge House of Commons of those few areas Where they have any say at all. It creates a very definite move away from the democratic principle of representation by popula- tion in the House of Commons. It creates a new third level of government for the aboriginal people without any indication as to how it will work, what it will cost or who will pay. It guarantees that one third of the judges on the Supreme Court who will deal with all future consti- tutional challenges will come from one province — Quebec. It is a take it or leave it document which does nothing to reduce the long term threat of sepa- ration nor the continuing demands of Quebec for more power. We don’t expect a perfect document nor do we expect one that solves all our problems. We do need one that treats all Canadians equally and one that ensures Canada's future. This is not it Read the Charlottetown Accord yourself and then make your choice based on fact, not threats or emo- tions. I believe that the choice is very clear. Nancy Ketchum Initiated West Kootenay 'yes' campaign Since returning from a cross Canada tour promoting Canadian unity and delivering a age of fri ip )to Quebec, I have been disturbed by what I perceive as certain misconceptions or myths about this accord and an anti-Quebec sentiment among my fellow citizens. Here are two of these myths: Myth #1: Quebec’s 25 percent guarantee of seats in the House of Commons is a significant concession to Quebec Reality: Four other provi have of i repre- sentation in the House of Commons. Quebec's popula- tion is now, and always has been, more than 25 percent and it is unlikely to change significantly in the foreseeable future. Thus this provision is largely sym- bolic, reassuring Quebecers that their minority role will always be respected. Remember, too, that Quebec lost 18 seats in the Senate. B.C. has gained more seats in the combined House of Commons and Senate than Quebec. Myth #2: The distinct society clause gives special status to Quebec. Reality: The accord recog- nizes that Quebec has “a French-speaking majority, a unique culture and a civil law tradition”, but no pow- ers will accrue to Quebec that have not been offered to other provinces. This accord corrects historical wrongs, such as the inherent right to aboriginal self- government and the exclusion of Quebec from our constitution. It entrenches a social and economic union. Through extensive negotiation, it has tried to Satisfy the diverse needs of many Canadians and the various regions. It deserves your support