Winnipeg Free Press

Winnipeg Free Press (Newspaper) - April 15, 1981, Winnipeg, Manitoba Ii u a Pryl Winnipeg free press wednesday april 15, 1981 13 mow told breast feeding could disqualify her for Vic benefits Toronto up a Hamilton woman says she was told by an official of the Federal employment and immigration department that she could be ineligible for unemployment benefits because she was breast feeding her child. Ina Van Der Veen said yesterday she was told by a department employee named r. Pettibone that Hamilton officials of the employment department be Lieve women who apply for benefits and jobs before they Stop breast feeding Don t really want to work. Van Der Veen said she also was told in a letter from Pettibone that breast feeding was one of several factors that could disqualify her from receiving Bene fits. She said the official made his com ments last week when she was asking for help finding a Job and for benefits until she found one. Vao Der Veen said her Job As an historical interpreter at the Art gallery of Ontario in Toronto was phased out shortly after she took a 17-week mater nity leave last october. After finding out that i left my Job to have a baby Pettibone asked me How i was feeding she said. "1 said 1 was breast feeding and he said this would be used against me. He said if you re seriously looking for a Job you would not be breast feeding but would wean the kid Pettibone was unavailable for com ment but Tony Busseri manager of the Hamilton employment Centre said no woman would be disqualified from receiving benefits because she was breast feed ing. There s no maybe about he said. We Don t Busseri who said he spoke to Petti Bone about the matter confirmed that Van Der Veen was asked if she was breast feeding because it would affect her capability to work by restricting hgr War Trina hours. The Issue of breast feeding was Dis cussed in the context of whether she could go out and he said. Ina Van Der Veen with son Ian or. Joyce Brothers would t say wonderful things about weight loss clinic if they weren t True. Or. Joyce Brothers is a woman of the highest integrity. An admirable character trait weight loss clinic also takes Pride in having. So we were flattered when or. Brothers said what she did about us. I understand the frustration of being overweight. And dealing with this problem is much easier under the guidance of weight control professionals. I have examined the program at weight loss clinic spoken with their experienced Counselor and nurses and am impressed with their expertise and dedication. Weight loss clinic has earned my respect. And i m a Tough there s a lot to be said for 6ur exceptional program. As or. Brothers found out for the program you can really Trust Call weight loss clinic. No charge or obligation for first consultation visit. Call now. Or weight id loss 9linict Polo Park shopping Centre 3660 1485 Portage ave. 776-8781 visa and Mastercard Welcome s am to 7 pm . E weight loss. Inc. 1931 Diamond. April s birthstone at Beautiful values my Gold in perfect . Of Van Brilliant Cut diamonds set in 10k Gold. Rai Sitf setting for this sparkling Diamond Petite set in my Gold Lucky you to in born in april or to love someone who Elk b s Diamond. To s their birthday this because april s birthstone or wick1 selection of id jewellery you can that perfect gift will the solitaire in 14k sold settings that show the Uruu acc duty of a Diamond. From Pendant from Chain enlarged for from Oitim Choos make this birthday a special Ono. St. Vital phone 257-7108 Kildonan place phone 668-9306 Winnipeg Square phone 942-4319 merchandise shown not available in All Zales stores come to the Village Village Cook books 20% off All Stock Sale ends april Magy 121 Osborne scores Winnipeg 475-3851 books the Book store other Book stores recommend 20% off Sale China Mug with cover coaster China Mug with Tea Strainer from the the to Cessnu collection jihad la by Stoit 21st Century Kitchen boutique 134 Osborne Street pm. 475-5904 follow the easter Bunny to the canister where he buys his Godiva chocolates chocolate novelties and special easter gifts for everyone. Thurs. 10 .-9 . Sat. 10 . -6 . 474-o407 canister 95 Osborne Village for easter 25% off Coalport figurines Ltd. Stock open every sunday . Mon., tues., wed., sat. Thurs., Fri. 9too free gift wrapping and in mpg. Area it Carnet 114 Osborne St. Pm. 475-2113 to our friends. Thank you this week we happily celebrate the beginning of our of 4th year in the Village. Please join our Celebration t pan gifts Stra Brook at Osborne 452-8358 open this wed., thursday and saturday til 10 4 612.3w, i j spicy colourful r of m 29 a. 3 of s3.49 colourful 99 bouquet easter specials Cash carry thurs. Nile sat. April 16 18 while Supply lasts available All locations downtown.310 Donald St. St.jame8-assiniboia.3064 Portage fort garry.1601 Pembina North Winnipeg.989 Mcphillips South Winnipeg.310 St. Anne s re. St. Vital Centre.1225 St. Mary s to ;