HOW DOES rust work? » What causes an earthquake? *- You'll find the answers to “ these types of questions at ‘the upcoming 33rd annual ' Terrace Science Festival, The festival is one of the longest running events in the province and will take + place from 9:30-3:30 on » Saturday, Feb, 7 at » Caledonia’s gym, Each ‘year children from ‘Terrace. and Thornhill ‘schools display some of their - work-al-the Science ' Festival. There are two cate- ' gories for their entries: dis- ‘ plays and experiments, To prepare a display a stu- : dent must research a science ‘related topic, write about it, ‘and prepare illustrations or models to help make the ‘ topic clear and the display interesting lo others. : Students who do experi- ‘Ments must test an idea ‘about how something works " {with an experiment or series iof “experiments ta see ‘whether ‘Or not the idea is ‘correct, After completing the ex- ‘periments the student must ‘then prepare a display that ‘explains what they have ‘done and what they have concluded as a result of their experiments. The wide variety of dis- plays draws a large crowd each year. “In the past many displays have focused on plants and animals, rocks, volcanoes, earthquakes, electricity, and magnetism. In their experiments stu- ‘dents have tried to find how ‘iron rusts, they’ve tested the cbest growing condilious for ‘sound equipment, Upcoming plans are far a jam night at the ‘Carpenters Hall on Friday, Jan. 23. Any ‘leen with musical aspirations should call “\coordinator Joset Graham at 635-1347 or ,cell phone at 615-6910. -Aside from the jam night, the Carpenter’s Hall will be open every Friday night from THIS DISPLAY on earthquakes was one of those featured in last year's Terrace Science Festival. The festival attracts large numbers of entries and spectators. plants, and they’ve put pro- ducts like batteries, glues, and detergents to tests to see which is the best. The range of projects is remarkable. In addition to these dis- plays the science festival of- fers students an opportunity to take part in a variety of contests, This year, primary stu- dents (kindergarten and grades 1-3) will be able to compete in four contests: Tree Aging, The Egg Drop, The Foil Boat Contest, and a new contest, The Rocket Launch. For intermediate elementary level students (grades 4-7) there are five contests: Tree Aging, The Foil Boat Contest, and three new contests - The Paper evenings. Airplane Contest, The Helicopter Contest, and The Paper Tower Building Con- lest, To enter these contests students just have to appear at the time and place of the contest and take part. How- ever, the Egg Drop, The Paper Airplane Contest, and The Helicopter Contest do tequire some preparation before the event. An outline of contest rules and event times and loca- tions is available in all the Terrace and Thornhill pri- mary and elementary schools as well as at Caledonia Senior Secondary School and al the Terrace Public Library. Entries are due by 4 p.m. on January 23. Jam night planned THE HOLIDAYS may be over but there’s “siill plenty for youth ta do around town. * Nights Alive, a program sponsored by the -Atiomey General’s ministry, held its first event of the year on January 3. The After ‘New Year’s Dance attracted 90 youths, ‘despite freezing temperatures and holiday ‘travelers. Zac Nyce worked.as DJ, while ‘Tony at Sight-and Sound loaned out the 8-midnight for youth drop-in. More adull volunteers are needed to supervise these Surveys which were sent out to the schools to youth have come back. Young people who want to be part of the Teen Ac- tion committee will be contacted soon. “Graham © will also be “businesses if the ‘caminunity for sponscr- approaching ship. In particular need are supplies like coffee, sugar and popcorn. Support from business willlead to the success of the pro- gram, says Graham. When the Attomey General’s ministry be- gan the Nights Alive program it wanted to encourage youth to be involved in positive activities, aud Jess crime. Thank You Dear Sir: I'd like to thank all those who offered me cncourage- intent and support during my brief tow-month term as Ex- ecutive Director of the Ter- race Volunteer Bureau and Seniors’ Information’ Ac- cess. A sincere thank you also to all the individuals, orga- nizations and service clubs 1 had the pleasure of meeting and contacting during that time, As I depart ] urge all Ter- race and area residents to be generous and support your favourite local agency or non-profit organization. Patricia St. Thomas Falls are the leading cause of injury of children under 5. Reduce the risk, Be ChildSafel =, fe Canadian Red Cross CHRISTIAN HERITAGE | PARTY OF CANADA LHP SKEENA RIDING We wish to announce a general information meeting featuring Guest Speaker Heather Stillwell - former Interim Leader of the CHP - present President of the Surrey School Board All interested persons are cordially’ ~ invited to attend a meeting to be held January 22, 8 p.m. Aspen Motor Inn Banquet Room T.D.C.S,S, Mental Health Rehab Services wishes to thank all those who ' ‘supported our annual raffle. . We extend congratulations to the following winners: 1st Prize: Mrs. Lada Marcos of Terrace 2nd Prize: Ms. Betty Barton of Terrace 3rd Prize: Ms. Lori Buteau of Terrace : Baby's Name: t Leah Masumi Kumagai ' Date & Time of Birth: Dec. 13,1997 at 150 p.m. Weight: 6 lbs. 1502. Sex: Female ‘ Parents: Justin & Diane Kumagal : 4 : Baby's Name: ’ Charles Samson Elmer Swanson Jr. : Date & Time of Birth: : Dec. 15, 1997 at 8:37 p.m. ' Welght: 7 Ibs 13.5 oz, Sex: Male Parents: Charles Swanson Sr. & lynn Wright ‘ 4 Baby's Name: Laltynn Dax Wood Dale & Time of Birth: Dec. 24, 1997 at 3:57 pam. Weight: 8lbs Sex: Female Parents: Nona Muir & Dean Wood Baby's Name: Rylin Robert Curis Nappin Date & Time of Birth: Dec. 26, 1997 at 2:27 p.m. Weight: 8 lbs .5 oz, Sex: Male Parents: Rob & Jodi Halpin a Baby's Name: Robert Thomas David Date & Time of Birth: Dec. 30, 1997 8:14 a.m. Weight: 6 Ibs 2 oz, Sex: Male Parents: Al & Tracy McMurdo ¢ Baby's Name: Alec Christian Rodripuez Giguere Date & Time of Birth: Jan. 2, 1998, 2:51 p.m. Weight: 9 Ibs 30 oz, Sex: Male Parents: Celina & Martin Giguere Zizva Get A Free Baby (Simple, huh?) Just see our service desk for more information 4 Overwaitea BGS very own fhod yeqge. Gift. ad Are You Ready For A Brand New Look? If you've been thinking about a new look, now is the time to make your move. We are a full service hair salon featuring: © Perms * Colours © Hi-lites * Precision Cuts « Up-do’s SEA Plus a full line of professional hair care products 4711D KEITH AVENUE 635-3729 SES 6 8 © OTT FINAL WEEK! ° W- 791 OFF THE ENTIRE STORE* *(Excluding Undergarments & Gloves). @ @ ‘Sale Ends Jan 31/98. The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, January 21, 1998 - BY CORRTAVARE gl STOPPERS 635-TIPS Your In Memoriam gift is a lasting tribute. Please send your donation to the address above, along with the name and address and the name and address of the next-of- Box 22, IMPROVING Terrace, B.C, Major Credit Cards me V8G 42 Accepted near =| AGAINST = Anne Evang Your donation is AND STROKE | CANADA'S 638-1986 tax deductible kin, for an acknowledgement card. are needed, Please join us at our Open House When: * Thursday, Jan. 22 Time: *12-2p.m. Where: * New Alyansh Community Hall Children’s area, slide show, refreshements. Please call Justin at (250) 847-7245 for information or check the web site at www.parklegacy.be.ca Your views and perspectives BC's Parks are a critical part of our unsur- passed quality of life. This is your opportunity to help us for a vision for BC's Parks System. Please join us. ms BRITISH COLUMBIA more Minlstry of Environment, Lands and Parks Last week [ discussed how important good advice can be in helping you achieve your financial goals. I also discussed how to go about finding a financial professional. As you embark on your journey you will probably find it easy enough to find somcone you are comfortable interacting with buy how will you know whether or now this individual has the technical knowledge and background in investment analysis, tax hh Planning,. estate planning”- and insurance planning? - Anyone can call themselves an investment advisor, financial analyst and with the exception of Quebec, anyone can call themselves a financial planner. So how do you know who has the background or the credentials required to give you accurate, professional advice? There are many professional bodies which educate today’s financial professionals. Each of these professional bodies recognize those who have altlained a tevel of competence by granting a designation (eg. CIM, CFP, CGA, CLU, FCSI etc) which is used behind the name of the individual. Below is a list of some of the designations and the granting professional body which you will come across in your search for a financial professional, CIM (Canadian Investment Manager) Granted by the Canadian Securities Institute which is the educational organization sponsored by the Investment Dealers Association and the Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Alberta Stock Exchanges. The CIM designation is the required proficiency level for investment counselors and porfolio managers in the Canadian securities industry. FCIS (Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute) - Granted by the Academy of FCSIs/Canadian Securities Institute. Upon achieving the CIM. designation, additional required courses, a minimum of five years experience in the financial industry and sponsorship from another member of the apply for the FCSI designation. CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter) - Granted by Life Underwriters Association of Canada (LUAC), is a non-profit professional association of persons engaged in the sale of life insurance and related products as well as other financial services, CFP (Certified Financial Planner) - Granted by the Financial Standards Council of Canada. Which is made up of nine associations | whose’ members'deal with the personal ‘finances of individuals. These members are: The Canadian Association of Financial Planners, The Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, The Canadian Institute of Financial Planning, The Canadian Securities Institute/IDA, The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada, The Credit Union Institute of Canada, The Institute of Canadian Bankers, The Canadian Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors, The Society of Management Accountants of Canada. CA (Chartered Accountant) - The Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants. CGA (Certified General Accountants) - The Certified General Accountants Association of Canada. RFP (Registered Financial Pianner} ~ Granted by the Canadian Association of Financial Planners which is a national association representing individual practitioners in the personal financial planning profession. PFP/PFC (Personal Financial Planner/Persanal Financial Counselor) Granted by the Institute of Canadian Bankers, All of the above organizations require their designation holders to adhere to a strict code of ethics in their dealings with clients, potential clients and those with whom they have professional contact. I hope you find this information helpful in your search for. a financial professional who can help you achieve your personal financial objectives. Please send me your comments, questions or lopics that you would like to Academy of FCSIs an see covered in future investment advisor can articles. “Professional Investment a Advice" David B. Madsen, CIM, CFP, FCSI To arrange an appointment please call In Terrace 636-2264 /In Kitimat 632-5191 Scotiabank $