The initial report of a three- phase study by the Interior University Society was released last: week and shows there is a “definite need” for a northern university. It outlines proposed developmental and operational plans: that would be designed 4 Terrace Review — Wednesiay, September 28,1988 specifically for norther B.C. re- quirements. According to the’ society’s Media Relations Of- ficer, Ron East, the report was prepared by Dr. Urban Dahllof of Sweden and funded by the ‘government's four northern Development Regions: the Cancer center — continued from page 13 for Terrace residents. ‘“To go to Vancouver is too long a drive, and to fly cost $417 full fare. Overnight accommodation can be $80, or $100. If it were me, or a member of my family, we. could jump in the car to Prince .. George — the access is much better.”” It’s a huge province, Careliu said, so a satellite treatment center should be located in the. north for a strategic economy of scale. “It would serve the people -better, and be more economical - than.an Okanagan location.” Dr. Gillian Hodge, who -pro- . posed the motion to write a let- ter of support for Prince George, described some of the issues discussed at the meeting. ‘We felt it would be beneficial _ for residents in the northwest. A lot of people here have connec- tions with Prince George, and travel Highway 16 anyway. Some may already go to Prince George for medical treatment.’’ Hodge explained that Prince George’s is a_ tertiary-level hospital, that is, it is a special- ized, large facility that deals with difficult cases from all over the region. A primary hospital serves its own small community, while a secondary hospital (like Mills Memeorial) serves the community in which it is located as well as the surrounding area. The motion to write the letter of support passed unanimously. Brian Schmidt, chief oper- ating officer of the Cancer Con- ‘ trol Agency of B.C, said a com- mittee to look at additional fa- cilities was established to do long-term planning for the next 10 to 15 years, “About five years ago we completed a report for the Ministry of Health, but they were unable at that time to do anything about our recommen- dations. Now we’re re-doing that process, and have been studying additonal faciltites . seriously since June,’’ Schmidt said from Vancouver. . They're looking at demo- graphic and census data to de- velop criteria for the commun- ities interested in having a cancer treatment center. Criteria wil! jnclude such things as popula- tion projections, epidemio- logical projections (how many. ‘cases could be expected in a _ region), access to care, transpor- _ tation, and the likelihood of get- ~ ting professionals to move into a community. “The committee is aware of “=the fact that some regions are “now ..underserviced, and the > Agency, has a provincial man- date, not just for the lower ' mainland.’? But the problem of cost-effectiveness remains: a community would have to have ~ a large core population (perhaps _- Half a million in the region) and a: significant number of people requiring treatment so that the ” gystem will be efficient. He also | tal populations arre growing . extremely quickly in the lower mainland and southern interior. -‘Schmidt is expecting major presentations from at least half a dozen facilties in the province, including hospitals in Prince George, Kamloops, Kelowna and Penticton. Because each will have good reasons for having the center located in their own community, the committee will focus on using objective criteria. ‘The facts will then be presented to the Agency board and then to -the Ministry of Health for the final decision. . North. Coast, Nechako, Peace River and Cariboo. ~ In his report, Dahllof describes the northern proposal as, “A new model of education for new times’’, and outlines a - *‘very mobile’ structure con- sisting of a major university in Prince George: with satellite campuses in the Cariboo, the Dawson Creek/Fort St. John area and the Terrace/Kitimat area, as well as smaller support centers in 11- other northern communities: He also suggests ‘that it will be necessary to work in close cooperation with ex- isting colleges in the north, and the university would use existing facilities wherever possible. . Dahllof notes that the popula- tion of northern B.C. is over 300,000, and he says that it is probably the only population center in the western free world without a university facility. And he says that two of the ma- jor keys to success for a nor- thern university Concept are that . it must offer graduate courses and have a research ‘facility geared to northern development. His report suggests a unique study format which he calls “In- tensive, Sequential Learning’’. ° ‘Dahllof suggests that the opera- tional costs: of obtaining qualified staff. in a northern - wniversity could be prohibitive, ~ and this format would allow the. . ‘top educators in the world’? to’ teach at the university while keeping the costs down. The idea consists of offering courses in 344 week segments rather than ‘‘sandwich’’ format used by conventional univer- sities. In other words, a student ‘may take a 34 week biology course, then. 3% weeks of another course until the comple- tion of a segment of the total Terrace Coit * September — Is Arthritis Month. Watch for the canvasser in your area. tend. for youth 10 - 19 years old. race. season. with arthritis can be helped. Fo thritis Society, Lorraine Hodgins Publicity 635-7989. Wednesday, September 28 — The Terrace Water Polo Association is holding Its Annual General Meeting in the Public Library meeting room at 7:00 p.m, All members and interested individuals are asked to at- Royal British Columbia Museum, Wednesday, September 28 — Attent “Home for Aged”, “Skeenaview” and ther planning meeting for the 1989 Reunion will be held at 7:30 p.m. in lor Citizens’ Complex on Tuck Avenue. Kindly attend. For further information contact Rosemarie Fleming (635-6985) or Marg Goodlad (635-2388). ; Thursday, September 29 — Registration will be held starting at 7 p.m. f the Terrace Public Library for for the B.C. Special Olym- the Recreation Room of the Sen in the basement meeting room oO anyone wanting to Join the Terrace team pics. Anyone interested in helping organize the team is also invited to drop In. For further information call Monica Peacock at 638-1586. Thursday, September 29 -— Terrace Minor Hockey Association will hold a Parents’ Meeting at 7 p.m. at the Happy Gang Centre. Minor. Hockey needs the support of all the parents whose children are ragistered In Minor Hockey. Pigase attend t fingerplays and puppets for 3-5 year olds. Please regist advance by calling the Library at 638-8177. There is no charge. Friday, September 20 — Tales for Twos at the Terrace Public Library will be held Friday mornings at 10: special storytime for two year olds, Children mu an adult. Please register In advance by calling the Library. - Saturday, October 1 — Come to the Happy Gang Centre between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. for a Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by Br. 73 of the B.C. Old Age Pensioners’ Organization. Saturday, October 1 — The First Annual Northwest Conference on Schizophrenia will take place between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m, at the Telkwa Cormmunity Hail In Telkwa. Objectives are to provide an opportunity for the Friends of Schizophrenic Groups friends, families, and professionais examine the continuum of care ity and to examine subsidized lease call Yvonne lay Friends of provided in each northern commun housing for the mentally Ill. For further information 9 at 635-2505. Sponsored. by. the Bulkley -Val Schizophrenics and the Mental Health Network-Northwest. sponsored by Theatre Alive with will be appearing at the R.E.M. Malkapar. Tickets Saturday, October 1 — Laurie Thain, the assistance of Skeana Cellulose, Lee Theatre at 6 p.m. with guest performer Romy are available at Sight & Sound. Sunday, October 2 — There will be a Co-op Fun Car Rally, Scavenger Hunt on Wheels, at the Co-op Parking Lot starting at 1 p.m. Register at tha Co-op Insurance Office, entry limited to 30 vehicles, driver and navigator. The entry fee Includes ha Please give to give hope to arthritis sufferers everywhere. Everyone r more info. contact the Terrace Ar- Wednesday, September 28 -- It’s fiesta time at the Tarrace Youth Cen- tre! Grab your sombreros, ponchos and your amigos then head down to the Grand Fall Opening of the TYC at 7:00 p.m, for a Mexican Night Wednesday, September 28 — “Life in the Sea” will be the subject of a lecture by marine biologist Gordon Green at ihe Happy Gang Centre beginning at 7:30 p.m. Green Is the curator of Invertebrates at the which is sponsoring his trip to Ter- September 28 & 29 — Preschool storytime at the Terrace Public Library will be held Wednesdays at 40:30 a.m. and Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. beginning today, Each 45 minute session features stories, ar your child in driver and navigator at Co-op Cafeteria after Rally. Prizes for all. Come out and test your skills. Monday, October 3 —. The next substance abuse task force meeting - takes place at 7:00 p.m. at the School Board offices on Kenney Street ‘inTerrace, 2 Coe ‘Mey a lon former employees of the “Skeenaview Lodge” — a fur- his first meeting of the new 30 a.m. beginning today. This is a st be accompanied by in the region to meet; to have mburger and refreshment for ng Events course load. Then the cycle would be repeated until the year’s studies were complete. East explains that the concept has two major advantages: it” allows for mobility in which one professor can move from camn- ~ pus to campus, and it would in some cases also allow the employment of a top educator. for a new 34% week segment rather than a full eight months, therefore cutting costs. Also suggested: are specialized courses unique:to.the north, — These may consist of subjects like resource management, transportation and distribution, native studies and northern health. East says this would allow northern university students to obtain their Bachelor or Masters degree but at the same time specialize in an area of study that relates directly to life in northern B.C. Monday, October 3 — The monthly meeting for members of the Ter- race Little Theatre will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the McColl Playhouse, ~ 3625 Kalum St. New members always welcome. Terrace Little Theatre is asking for donations of costume jewellery and costumes. Costumes have been rented in the past and not returned. If you have ranted a costume and forgotten to return It, we would really appreciate having it back. If you have a contribution please phone Juanita at 635-4723 or Jo at 638-8061. Tuesday, October 4 — Senlor citizens and their friends and families are invited to:a free class regarding federal benefits, plans and ser- vices for seniors. The speaker will be Terry Blocka, a represantative from the Income Security Program office in Prince George. The class — will be held from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Happy Gang Centre, and Itis be- — ing sponsored by the Public Legal Education Society. Tuesday, October 4 — The Terrace Art Gallery:re-opens with a show featuring local women artists In a varlety of mediums. Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 12 noon -3 p.m., Tuesday - Thursday 7 p.m, -9 p.m. and Sun- day 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Persons interested In volunteering please call Diana at 635-5905 or Maureen at 635-4533. Tuasday, October 4 — The Learning Disabilities Association of B.C. -Terraca Chapter meets on the first Tuesday of every month. Our next meeting is October 4. Wednesday, October 5 — The Ladies of the Royal Purple — Terrace Lodge 216 will be holding the 2nd Annual Fall Fashion Fantasy at 8 p.m. In the Elks Hall on Tetrault St. Finger food and refreshments to be served. Sponsored by the Terrace Co-op. Tickets can be purchased at the Terrace Co-op, Rhonda's Halr Styling and from members of the Ladies of the Royal Purple. Proceeds from this event will be going to our hospital project in Terrace. Tuesday, October 11 — There will bea general meeting of the Terrace Bicycle Club at 7:30 p.m. in the basement of the Terrace Public Library. Anyone interested is welcome to attend, For more Info. con- tact David Weismiller at 635-6984. Saturday, October 15 — The Terrace Child Development Centre's an- nual Benefit Banquet and Dance featuring Jim Ryan’s Band will be held at the Terrace Arena Banquet Room beginning at 7.p.m. Tickets are available from board members or from Sight & Sound. Monday, October 17 — The Annual General Meeting of the Riverboat Days Society will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion at 7:30 p.m. Election of Officers wilt be held at this time therefore it is imperative that a representative of each service club and interested organization attend If we wish to continue these celebrations in 1989.. Tuesday, October 18 — Friends & Families of Schizophrenics Support Group will be holding a meeting at Mills Memorial Hospital in the Psych Conference Room at 7:30 p.m. Contact: Mental Health at 638-3325. ; Tuesday, October 18 — Welcome Wagon's 2nd Annual Bridal Party for those planning weddings in 1989 is coming to the Inn of the West. If you are a bride-to-be or know someone who is, please call 638-1204 for a free Invitation. Thursday, October 20 — The Learning Disabilities Association of B.C. - Terrace Chapter are sponsoring a the inn of the West at 7:30 p.m. Mrs. ‘Bonding the Senses’ seminar at A.Ross will be the guest speaker. She Is a respected expert in the worid in the educational diagnosis and remediation of a learning disability called cognitive-motor dysfunction. In addition to the seminar she is offering free consulta- tlons to any concerned parents or adults. There is a fee for the seminar. For more info. please call 835-4801. , October 21 & 22 workshop, especially designed for, - Childbirth Education: A prenatal refresher parents with previous birth ex- " perience, will be held at Mills Memorial Hospital. It will be Friday, 6 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m: Pre-registration Is raquired by | October 14. For further information call the hospital pre-natal office at 635-2211 . Aug. 5, 6, 7, 1989 — Qu'Appelle Old Schoo! Reunlon for all students and staff who attended the old brick schoolhouse (since demolished) in Qu’Appeile, Saskatchewan from 1906 to 1972. The town is eager to - weleomie you back to renew old friendships. For further Info. write: Old School Raunion,. Box. 362, Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan, S0G 4A0.