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REGIONAL NEWSCanadians can cancel wireless contracts after two years under new CRTC wireless codeEMC News – On June 3,the Canadian Radio-televisionand TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) issued awireless code that will makeit easier for Canadians to understandtheir contracts andsets out their basic rights.The code will apply to newcontracts for cellphones andother personal mobile devicesstarting on Dec. 2, 2013.“Every day, Canadians relyon wireless devices while intheir homes, at their jobs, atschool or travelling abroad,”said Jean-Pierre Blais, chairmanof the CRTC. “The wirelesscode will contribute to amore dynamic marketplaceby making it possible for Canadiansto discuss their needswith service providers at leastevery two years.”The wireless code addressesthe main frustrations thatCanadians shared with theCRTC, which included thelength of wireless contracts,cancellation fees, roamingcharges and other industrypractices. Among otherthings, individual and smallbusiness consumers will beable to:• Terminate their wirelesscontracts after two yearswithout cancellation fees,even if they have signed onfor a longer term.• Cap extra data charges at$50/month and internationaldata roaming charges at $100/month to prevent bill shock.• Have their cellphonesunlocked after 90 days, or immediatelyif they paid for thedevice in full.• Return their cellphones,within 15 days and specificusage limits, if they are unhappywith their service.• Accept or decline changesto the key terms of a fixedtermcontract (i.e., two-year).• Receive a contract that iseasy to read and understand.The wireless code willapply to all service providersin Canada. In particular,the code will apply in full topostpaid services (where customerspay a monthly bill afterusing their services), andwhere applicable to pre-paidwireless services.“The wireless code is atool that will empower consumersand help them makeinformed choices about theservice options that best meettheir needs. To make themost of this tool, consumersalso have a responsibility toeducate themselves,” Blaisadded.The participation of a largenumber of consumers and thecollaboration of the wirelessImagine talking toall the people in500,000 +householdsat once!Connected to your communityindustry will ensure the wirelesscode’s successful implementation.For more information,please visit www.crtc.gc.ca/wirelesscode.PARK IT!Leave your carat home fora day, week ora month!Try walking orbiking. 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During his ride, John Gray, broker of record with RE/MAX in support of the initiative.Connections Realty Inc., captured this picturesque view of the town.He mentioned, however,that he had heard of somecommunities sending productsthat had been co lectedor shelter items.He asked sta f if they hadbeen able to clarify whetherthat would be possible.The response from CAOWayne Brown was that,based on the news clips hehad seen, organizations likethe Red Cross and Save theChildren were seeking cashdonations so they coulddetermine on site what wasneeded.“Money seems to bewhat they are looking for,”Brown stated.Counci lor Rob Petersagreed, saying he had heardfrom numerous organizations“money is the easiestprocess.”“I would suggest we supporthe donation,” he said.If every municipalgovernment in Ontariodonated a minimum of$100, that would result in$44,000 of additional aidfor Haiti, according to theAMO press release.Hospital recruits second orthopaedic surgeon“This is phenomenalnews for the communitiesthat we serve. We wi lEMC News – Perth and certainly welcome him withSmiths Fa ls wi l soon have open arms,” he noted in aa second orthopaedic surgeonto ca l on a their local Dr. Mark Roberts sayspress release.hospital fo lowing a successfulrecruitment e fort. of moving here.he’s excited at the prospectDr. Mark Roberts, an “I was extremelyInternational Medical impressed with the hospitalGraduate, wi l join the medicalsta f at Perth & Smiths istration. The dedication tosta f, physicians and admin-Fa ls District Hospital in care and the overa l atmosphereare second to none.July, 2010. He is presentlyworking at London My family and I very muchHealth Sciences Centre, look forward to relocatingUniversity Hospital, in to the area and becomingLondon Ontario.a part of such a wonderfulcommunity,” he said. “IHe has received hisundergraduate and medicaldegrees from Imperial soned approach to patientsbelieve I can provide a sea-Co lege, University of and their referring doctor,London in the United while incorporating some ofKingdom.the newest techniques myDr. Peter Roney, Chief specialty has to o fer.”of Sta f the P&SFDH, The Clinical Chief ofsays Dr. Roberts wi l be “a Surgery, Dr. Paul Andersontremendous asset” to the says “Dr. Roberts is a welcomedaddition to organization.theBy DIANNE PINDER-MOSSStaff WriterOrthopaedics Department with potential orthopaedicand it wi l be a pleasure candidates.to have the opportunity to “The recruitment ofwork with him.”physicians and specialists toThe Perth and Smiths the area can be a cha lengingprocess. I am delightedFa ls District Hospitalwould like to acknowledge by this announcement asDr. Anderson and the OR it is key to enabling us tonursing sta f who provide a continue to deliver on ourdynamic and active orthopaedicservice.patients in our area,” saidability to mee the needs ofDr. Roberts wi l be providinghip and knee joint Carter.hospital board chair Timprocedures as part of a generalorthopaedic and trauma position has been noth-“Our screening for thispractice, as we l as provide ing less than intense andan orthopaedic clinic and we found Mark to be theo fice practice. A physician ideal candidate to fulfi l ourreferral wi l be required to requirements. Ultimately,access hi services. to recruit a physician, thephysician must see himselfStabilizes program as part of not only theThe addition of a second hospital but the community.I believe Dr. Robertsorthopaedic surgeon wi l goa long way in stabilizing is a wonderful addition tothe orthopaedics program the hospital team and heat the Perth and Smiths and his family wi l makeFa ls District Hospital. The a wonderful gain to ourhospital ha spent countless community,” said Toddhours in developing Stepanuik, hospital presi-Photo courtesy of JOHN GRAY Starting @ Townrespondsto AMOchallengefor Haiti$29 .19 $21 .23 $ 15 .6020 words. Each additionalword 0.55 centsOTTAWAVALLEY &BROCKVILLE GROUP5 COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS71,600 HOMES20 words. Each additionalword 0.55 centsBy DIANNE PINDER-MOSSStaff WriterSMITHSFALLS GROUP4 COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS43,300 HOMES20 words. 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