Jul. 11, 2007 - Milton Maps
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Jun. 8, 2006 - Town of Milton Newsletter Now Available
Looking for the latest newsletter from the Town of Milton? It's called "Talk of the Town" and you can find all issues of it here
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Apr. 4, 2008 - Milton Market Activity
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In listening to all of the
doom and gloom about the real estate market in the GTA on the radio today, where
reports are that the market activity in the GTA is down 22% over 1st Quarter
2007, I decided to see how the Milton market fared Q1 2008 over Q1 2007. What I
saw from the numbers was that our market numbers are also down significantly,
with unit sales in 2008 being 289, compared to 352 units in 2007. However, the
average sale price is up from $318,868 in 2007 to $342,404 in 2008. The time to
sell remains almost identical going down from 30 days in 2007 to 28 days in
2008.
Where did this increase in
the average sale price come from? It can be attributed to a general rising of
prices overall (7% across the market), which is more noticable in some house
types than others. The prime example of this is in the older condo townhouses in
Milton, which enjoyed an average price increase of 16.5% over this time period
year-to-year. Being the primary source of starter homes in town, it is only
natural that the price rises for these homes would be higher than the increase
across the board.
So, what are the
predictions for the future? I think this is actually a more normal market we are
in. Think of the weather in the first 3 months of 2007 - it was positively
balmy, and the market really didn't slow down at all over that winter. Contrast
the weather the first quarter of this year, and it was COLD with record amounts
of snowfall; this set us up for the typical Winter slowdown, and should leave us
in good stead for the also-typical Spring market to start this
month.
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Feb. 12, 2008 - The Lebow Report
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The Lebow Report: Why begrudge the commission?By Barry Lebow
I am writing this in a national Canadian newspaper for real estate people
but actually it is a rant to the public and especially to the cynical and
unenlightened media that continually bashes real estate agents. I leave it to
you, my real estate readers, if you find the content to be of merit, then post
my article on your blogs or forward it to your customers. Allow
me to put my tirade into a really simple perspective. If a stock or other
investment broker made you, say, $200,000, would you begrudge them a $10,000
commission for their efforts? I know this about my personal experience with
stock brokers – it sometimes appears that their fees can be greater than my
profits. One day I really will try to figure out all the charges and fees in my
mutual fund. Now, what would you pay if that $200,000 was fully
tax free, and fully capital gain exempt? Heck, even to a
tightwad, $10,000 in commission would be nothing in return for $190,000 net.
Let me restate it this way: an investment broker puts you into a deal, you
make $200,000 totally tax free, no strings – what would you pay that wonderful,
brilliant broker for this magnificent return? Damn right – that $10,000 would be
a bargain and you would run to all of your friends to let them know that you
have met the most wonderful investment counselor in the world. The guy’s a
saint! So According to the media, you should be able to buy
or sell for a few hundred dollars and bypass a brokerage all together. No
negotiation, no financing skills needed, just go in, buy or sell and the process
is so simple and lacking in sophistication and dangers that anyone can do it.
Isn’t that what we read in the newspapers? Okay, let’s get real.
I live in an affluent neighbourhood in Toronto, which is just the way it is
within the central city core. My neighbours, who were sold their homes by hard
working real estate salespeople 10 years ago, paid about $300,000 for their
modest bungalows. Now, these same bungalows are selling for around $650,000 just
for their land value. Let’s get a handle on this: my neighbours bought an
investment for $300,000, but they only put down from 10 per cent to 25 per cent,
lived in it, enjoyed it, celebrated family life, made love, planted, thrived and
made friends and then they resold for an absolute profit of $350,000,
which was totally tax free. So please explain to me, why would anyone begrudge
an agency for taking a mere five per cent off the top? What am I missing?
I no longer sell houses. I do not have staff that sells houses so
I have no vested interest in making a case that serves my own interests. I am a
commercial Realtor but when I have bought and sold houses, I have used top
residential Realtors and I have never fought with them about what they charged
me because they have made me money. Few people have bought and
sold as many houses as I have – at least 600 (not a misprint) in my career as an
investor, and at all times I used agents to buy and sell for me. Yes, I have
been a broker for most of my career, but when it came to buying or selling, I
used the services of residential experts and I paid them well. It was logical, I
was making a profit, so why nickel and dime the people who made me money? And my
investments were not tax free! Of all of the investments that
Canadians can make, name one that will give greater pleasure than home ownership
and one that is tax free? Can you live surrounded by your stock certificates,
your GICs, or your art? Do your gold bars keep a roof over your head and can you
leverage those investments by putting down as little as five per cent or 10 per
cent and financing the balance on a long-term basis as the investment keeps
increasing? What, prices don’t always go up? Gee, when my mutual
funds have tanked what do the experts tell me to do? Hold on, wait, pray and
hope that in years to come the market will correct itself. Here
is one for you: ever live in an apartment? After 10 years when you handed in the
keys, did the landlord thank you and give you back 75 per cent of your rental
money? Worst I have ever lost on a house was 25 per cent in the darkest of
periods but that house gave me shelter and pleasure. The apartment gave me
cockroaches, noisy neighbours and management that couldn’t have cared one bit
about me. In the long run, those who write about the high prices
of real estate commissions are either ignorant or jealous. They have either
never owned real estate, or make so little that they begrudge anyone who makes
more than they do. They write about greedy real estate people while they sit at
their computers, wearing their Che Guevara tee shirt and complaining to the
world about corporate greed and capitalism. Sorry, I am just
baffled about the concept of anyone begrudging a hardworking Realtor who
continues to make Canadians rich. There is but one reality – the largest wealth
owned by the largest group of Canadians is in real estate. No other investment
is as widely held, none gives the benefits of real estate ownership and few
return the same results bottom line. Real estate commissions are minimal in
relationship to the profits made by the owners. Given the profits made by
homeowners across Canada since the 1950s and again, with my emphasis on it being
tax-free money, real estate commissions are probably the greatest bargain today
based on what is charged for any other investment. A real estate
broker is a bargain – period! Barry Lebow is a commercial
Realtor who specializes in appraisal, expert court testimony and real estate
education. One of REM’s long-time columnists, he recently launched the new
Accredited Senior Agent professional designation program in Canada for
residential salespeople to learn how to serve the mature and senior markets.
(416)-9806, barry@lebow.ca or
www.thesenioragent.com.
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Dec. 13, 2007 - Land Transfer Tax Rebate Extended
TORONTO – The McGuinty government is giving all first-time homebuyers a break on land transfer tax by proposing to expand the Land Transfer Tax Refund Program to include purchases of resale homes, Finance Minister Dwight Duncan announced today.
“Expanding this Land Transfer Tax refund is an important part of our government’s commitment to helping Ontarians buying their first home,” Duncan said.
Effective midnight tonight, first-time buyers of resale homes, as well as newly constructed homes, would be eligible for a refund from the provincial government of up to $2,000 of the Land Transfer Tax paid.
The expanded Land Transfer Tax Refund Program for First-time Homebuyers is part of a package of new tax initiatives announced in the 2007 Fall Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review that would provide $1.4 billion in provincial tax relief for business and people over three years. The government is making strategic investments in people, communities and infrastructure to strengthen Ontario’s economic advantage and help manufacturers and other sectors challenged by current economic conditions.
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Dec. 13, 2007 - Local Businesses Team Up to Adopt Families For Christmas
Local Businesses Team Up to Adopt Families For Christmas
Local business owner and Milton resident Dan O'Neill, known around town as 'Big Dan' has teamed up with Lumberville's Pasquale Mercurio Jr. to raise money to provide Christmas for families that cannot afford it. When asked why, Big Dan's reason is to continue a family tradition: "When my dad was alive he always provided a Christmas dinner for those families who needed it. He would also make my siblings and I pick one of our Christmas gifts and donate that gift to those same families. It has always been my dream to carry on this tradition in his honour. Even though we have not lived in Milton long, Kristi and I consider this home and we want the Town of Milton to know we want to support the community in as many ways as we can. The Adopt Families for Christmas is one of the more important ways we want to give back to the community, and we hope this is just the start of a long journey paying it forward."
The families being supported will be helped through the efforts of Halton Women's Place and Kerr Street Ministries. The program was launched recently by Milton Mayor Gord Krantz and representatives from both charities at the Lumberville store. In commenting on what this program will mean to Miltonians, Mayor Krantz commented that this initiative is a shining example of the community-mindedness of Miltonians, both long-time and new residents.
You can drop off supermarket gift cards, un-wrapped children's gifts and other donations to Lumberville at 318 Bronte St. S in Milton or to Platemaker at 420 Main St. E. #401 (the UPS Store).
From left to right, back row are: Pasquale Mercurio Jr., Christina Mackay from Halton Women's Place, Representatives from Kerr Street Ministries, Dan & Kristi O'Neill of Platemaker. Front Row is Mayor Krantz and staff of Platemaker.
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Dec. 4, 2007 - Winter Comes to Milton
Well, it's finally here! Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay! I love Winter!! Here's a few pictures taken this past Sunday, on a walk around the Milpond.
I didn't expect the pond to be completely frozen over, and had hoped for some waterfowl to be there; I was disappointed. I did, however, see some wildlife who seem to have gotten lost . . .
There's a lovely couple living in the trees over the tail of the pond - they sure looked happier last Christmas Eve when we had no snow and mild temperatures.
This one was taken down by the pool at the very end of the pond, close to the railway tracks.
We'd love to see your favourite pictures of Winter in Milton - just email them to me at chris@new-all.com and we'll get them posted as soon as we can.
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Dec. 2, 2007 - Halton Housing Strategy
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Why is a housing strategy important for residents of Halton
Region?
At the Region of Halton, we believe that people in
Halton should be able to remain in their own community regardless of age, income
or situation. However, a recent report by the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities found that in Halton, over the last 10 years, more people with
low incomes are spending more than 30% of their income on shelter, making it
difficult to find money for food, clothing, medicine and other basic
necessities. The lack of affordable housing and supply of low-rent units is
making it too expensive for low-income people to live in Halton, and is raising
the risk of homelessness.
Halton is known to be an affluent community. Is there really a need for
affordable housing?
Halton remains a great place to live and work. However, there
is still a significant amount of work that needs to be done to improve the
quality of life for some people whose household income is insufficient for food
and shelter costs. According to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’
Quality of Life Report Series:
- Halton’s poverty rate was 7.1 % in 2001, up from 6.8% in 1991
- In 2001, 38.8% of renters paid more than 30% of household income on
shelter (15.6% of those paid more than 50%)
According to a survey conducted in 2005 by Ipsos-Reid:
- 79% of Halton residents agree that housing costs are high in the Region
- 23% of Halton residents faced problems or know someone who faced problems
finding the type of housing they required in Halton.
- Almost one of every three Halton residents are concerned there will not be
enough affordable housing in Halton within the next 10 years
Back
to questions
What is Halton doing to address the issue of affordable housing?
We are currently researching and implementing several
priority initiatives related to the Comprehensive Housing Strategy (CHS), and
here are a few of the results for 2007:
- Launch of pilot ‘Be a Hero. Be a Voice for Affordable Housing.’ high
school contest to raise public awareness and acceptance of the need for all
types of housing in Halton
- Drafting a sustainable plan to create 800 new units of affordable housing
by 2015
- Participation in the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program
- Created a working group to address issues of accessible housing
- Working with the federal government to allocate funds locally from the new
Homelessness Partnering Initiative
Why is the Region of Halton responsible for affordable housing?
In 2001, the function of funding and oversight for social
housing was transferred from the Provincial Government to Halton Region.
However, the Region has always played a role in affordable housing, operating a
non-profit housing company since 1988 and adopting planning policy to encourage
a mix of homes for all incomes and household types. Halton's
Comprehensive Housing Strategy pdf 3.3 mb addresses the full range of
housing needs for residents.
Is there help for those who need affordable housing now?
If you need a place to rent or supportive housing,
contact: Halton Region, 905-825-6000, Toll free: 1-866-442-5866, TTY:
905-827-9833
Assisted Housing - Halton Community Housing Corporation (HCHC)
Halton Region provides housing through the Halton Community Housing
Corporation (HCHC) . HCHC provides housing to families, seniors, couples,
singles and people with special needs in a variety of housing forms including
townhouses, apartments, as well as single and semi-detached dwellings. Most of
the housing is available on a rent-geared-to-income basis, however some
properties offer market rent units. We currently own and operate 1,816 units
of social housing in 26 communities across Oakville, Burlington, Acton,
Georgetown and Milton.
Central Wait List - Halton Access to Community Housing (HATCH)
There are 5,323 units of government-assisted, non-profit and
co-op housing in the Region. The Region operates a central wait list, Halton Access to Community
Housing (HATCH) for access to most of these units. However, the wait can
be two to five years or longer.
Rent Supplement Program
Halton Region administers a rent supplement program that
provides subsidies in 365 units in privately owned buildings. Most tenants for
these units are selected from the HATCH wait list. Subsidies are given to
tenants who are currently paying more than 30% of their gross income on rent.
The tenant is expected to pay 30% of their income on rent and utilities, while
the subsidy will pay for the rest.
Housing Help Centre
Halton Region also operates a Housing Help Centre , which
is a free service providing on-site staff assistance, online access to vacancy
listings and several resources to assist both housing seekers and landlords in
the private sector. While these units are not rent-geared-to income, this
service provides information on other potential opportunities for affordable
housing seekers.
Is there help for those who need emergency shelter?
If you are homeless and need emergency shelter
contact: Halton Region, 905-825-6000, Toll free: 1-866-442-5866, TTY:
905-827-9833
Halton Region refers homeless individuals to the Salvation Army Halton
Lighthouse Shelter. Operated by the Oakville Salvation Army, the shelter can
accommodate up to 25 single men, women and youth. Lighthouse services include
resume preparation, job search techniques and counselling.
Victims of domestic violence are referred to Halton Women’s Place in
Burlington (30 beds) or Milton (20 beds).
Families are housed in eight transitional housing units across the Region or
in motels.
As a taxpayer, how much is this going to cost me?
Housing solutions can be created through policy changes or
financial incentives. Halton Region’s position is that the Federal and
Provincial governments must lead the way in supporting affordable housing. Any
cost implications to the Region would be considered by Regional Council as part
of the regular budget process.
Where to the dollars come from to develop the plan?
Halton Region is responsible for all costs associated with the
development and implementation of the Comprehensive Housing Strategy, however,
when federal or provincial governments create new programs that provide
solutions to housing issues locally (like the new Homelessness Partnering
Initiative) we may choose to participate in these programs and receive funds to
assist in our efforts
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Nov. 28, 2007 - Greater Toronto Transportation Authority plans Transit improvements for Halton
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Greater Toronto Transportation Authority plans Transit improvements for
Halton Release Date: Nov 23,
07
On Friday, November 23, the Greater Toronto Transportation Authority (GTTA)
passed the MoveOntario 2020 Quick-Win Investment Package, which includes $19
million in 2008-2009 for new structured and additional GO Transit parking and
$57.6 million for a Halton Region Bus Rapid Transit system. Halton Regional
Chair Gary Carr has been advocating for both of these improvements as a board
member of the GTTA.
The additional GO Transit parking spots within Halton include 150 spots at
the Oakville GO Station and 150 spots at the Bronte GO Station. Along with the
additional parking spots, new parking structures will be built at each location,
resulting in an additional 250 parking spots at the Bronte GO Station and 700 to
900 spots at the Oakville GO Station.
The Halton Region Bus Rapid Transit System will provide continuous service to
inter-regional GO Stations between Hamilton and Mississauga.
"The additional GO parking spaces and funds for a Bus Rapid Transit system
are welcome news to Halton Region," said Chair Carr. "As our population in
Halton increases, it becomes imperative that alternate methods of transportation
are available. This is a win for Halton residents who will benefit from this
commitment in the near future."
The Quick-Win Investment Package is the beginning of the implementation of
the Provincial government’s $17.5 billion MoveOntario 2020 vision for rapid
transit expansion.
The MoveOntario Plan requires building 52 mass-transit projects across the
GTA, with a completion date of 2020. The province announced they would supply
$11.5 billion at the plan’s introduction in June, with the remaining $6 billion
to come from the federal government.
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Sep. 30, 2007 - Fall Colours Around Milton
The following photo's were shot on Lower Baseline, between 25 & 6th Line. As an aside, my 13-year old
son and I spent a day this Spring cleaning the garbage up beside the road in the first picture. In less than 1/4
mile, we gathered 22 big bags of garbage. Look for announcement of our Commute-Route Clean-Up day in Spring
2008.
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Sep. 25, 2007 - West Nile Virus
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West Nile virus still a concern Release Date: Sep 21, 07
Four batches of mosquitoes collected last week in Halton Region have tested
positive for West Nile virus (WNV): two positive batches in Burlington and two
positive batches in Oakville. These are the first positive mosquitoes
found in Oakville this year and the third and fourth positive batches in
Burlington, bringing the total of positive batches for Halton Region to
eight.
"These four new positive batches of mosquitoes serve as reminders that the
risk of West Nile virus is not yet over for this season," said Dr. Bob Nosal,
Halton Region's Medical Officer of Health. "People still need to take
precautions until the weather turns cold enough to have had several hard
frosts."
Mosquitoes can transmit WNV to humans after becoming infected by feeding on
the blood of birds carrying the virus. The following are steps that
residents can take to protect themselves and their families from mosquitoes:
- Cover up. Wear light-coloured, long-sleeved shirts and pants with
tightly-woven fabric.
- Avoid being outdoors in the early evening to morning. This is when
mosquitoes are most active and likely to bite, as well as at any time in
shady, wooded areas.
- Reduce mosquito breeding sites around your home by getting rid of all
water-filled containers and objects. Change the water in bird baths at
least once per week.
- Use an approved insect repellent, such as one containing DEET.
Maps
showing the locations of positive birds, as well as standing
water sites that have had larvicide applied are available on the Health
Department's website at www.halton.ca/wnv.
To report a dead bird or standing water, or for more information about West
Nile virus, please call Halton Region at 905-825-6000, toll free 1-866-4HALTON
(1-866-442-5866), TTY 905-827-9833 or email wnv@halton.ca.
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Sep. 25, 2007 - Changes to Waste & Recycling
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Halton Council approves waste collection changes to increase recycling and
reduce garbage Release Date:
Sep 20, 07
Halton Regional Council has approved changes to waste collection for Halton
residents intended to increase the amount of recycling and reduce the amount of
garbage. The changes will make recycling more convenient for residents with
acceptable Blue Box
materials going in one container and the introduction of the GreenCart program to all homes
in Spring 2008. They should also extend the lifespan of the Region's landfill
site by diverting more waste.
At its meeting on September 19, Regional Council approved the following
changes in waste collection to take effect April 7, 2008:
- Implementation of a Region-wide GreenCart program to over 140,000 homes in
Halton (currently a demonstration program in 5,000 homes)
- Weekly Blue Box Collection (currently bi-weekly)
- Garbage collection every other week with a six-bag limit (currently
weekly)
"The direction taken by Halton Regional Council to enhance recycling and
increase diversion is a step forward to extend the life of our landfill site by
another six to eight years", said Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr. "The
increased emphasis on recycling is a sustainable approach to waste management,
and should help in raising Halton’s waste diversion rate to the target of 60 per
cent from the current 43 per cent."
Earlier this year, at a meeting on May 30, Regional Council approved Report
PPW 79-07, which endorsed the implementation of a Region-wide GreenCart program
along with weekly Blue Box collection and bi-weekly garbage collection, subject
to and as part of the awards of the 2007 Waste Collection and Processing
Contracts. Report PPW144-07 outlining the costs for these recommended service
levels and awarding residential waste collection to Miller Waste Systems (MWS)
was approved by Regional Council on September 19.
MWS currently provides waste collection including Blue Box and Organic Waste
(GreenCart) to over 500,000 residential households in Ajax, Markham, Oshawa,
Pickering, Richmond Hill, Whitby and now Vaughn. Halton’s current waste
collection contract expires on January 31, 2008 and has been extended to April
4, to ensure sufficient time for the new waste collection contractor to acquire
equipment and resources while allowing the Region to properly prepare to
introduce the new services.
"An integrated waste management system is truly a program evolution and will
allow us to manage our residential waste efficiently and in a cost-effective
way," added Peter Crockett, Halton's Commissioner of Planning and Public Works.
"It will make it easier for residents to participate in our recycling programs
and should result in more waste being recycled than what is being sent to
landfill. In addition, Halton Region will continue to be responsible for and
manage its own waste."
Under the waste collection system taking effect April 7, 2008, garbage and
yard waste collected by MWS will be delivered to the Halton Waste Management
Site at 5400 Regional Road 25 in Milton. Blue Box and GreenCart materials
collected by MWS will be taken to two waste transfer stations. Regional Council
has authorized staff to negotiate transfer station agreements with Leferink
Transfer Limited in Georgetown and Walker Industries in Burlington. Blue Box
materials will be sent from the waste transfer stations to Halton Recycling
Limited in Burlington for processing and GreenCart materials will be processed
by AIM Waste Management at the City of Hamilton’s composting facility.
The delivery of GreenCarts and Kitchen Catchers to residents will take place
in March 2008. Delivered with the carts will be an information package to help
residents use the GreenCart and answer questions they may have. The GreenCart is
like a Blue Box for your kitchen scraps. It collects household food waste, which
is composted into material for use in landscaping, agriculture and restoration
projects.
In addition, effective April 7, 2008, Blue Box materials will be able to be
co-mingled in one box and will no longer have to be separated into two boxes.
Currently glass, plastic, metal and polycoat containers go in one Blue Box and
acceptable paper materials in another. Advances in technology and changes in the
marketplace have allowed the Region to change the way of collecting and
processing recycling materials.
The changes to waste collection are part of the 2006-2010 Solid Waste
Management Strategy (SWMS), approved by Regional Council in June 2006, to
reach the 60 per cent target diversion rate and increase the life of the
landfill. In the coming months Halton Region will be communicating the changes
through advertising, community outreach and promotion. Residents can find more
information on Halton waste management programs and services by visiting the
website www.halton.ca/waste, or by
calling 905-825-6000 or toll-free 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866).
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Sep. 25, 2007 - Halton High Schools Eligible to Apply For Grants in Support of Tobacco-free Living
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Halton High Schools Eligible to Apply For Grants in Support of Tobacco-free
Living Release Date: Sep 24,
07
Halton high schools can begin applying for $1,000 grants for prevention and
cessation activities that support tobacco-free living.
"The High
School Grant Program provides a terrific opportunity for Halton schools to
engage youth in leadership activities that will positively influence the school
environment, and ultimately the health of Halton youth," said Dr. Bob Nosal,
Halton Region's Medical Officer of Health. "Based on the success of last year’s
program, the Ministry of Health Promotion is offering the program again."
The Program, which has been running for three consecutive years, has a total
of $31,000 available for 2007/08. Projects may include public education and
awareness events and smoking cessation related activities. All high schools in
Halton are eligible to apply for a $1,000 grant and applicants can include
student groups, teachers and parent organizations. Applications are due October
22.
A participant from one school said it, “gave students the opportunity to
promote a healthy lifestyle and practice preventative techniques. The students
who participated in this action received information, new fitness goals and a
fun outlet to handle stress."
Schools will automatically qualify for the grant if they have students and a
staff/parent advisor attend a Tobacco Advocacy Training Workshop being held
October 19-20, 2007. This two-day workshop will educate students about the
tobacco industry and their marketing tactics, and will help students to gain
valuable advocacy, communication and media skills (in addition to helping
schools plan and complete the grant application).
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Sep. 25, 2007 - Milton Fall Fair 2007
This year's Fall Fair seemed different from prior years. Perhaps
there were less rides; there certainly were less people on Friday
night when I was there. Regardless, it proved an interesting venue
for my photography. Enjoy.


















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Aug. 15, 2007 - New Locations
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New location for some services in Halton Region's Planning and Public Works
Department
Effective Monday, August 27, Halton Region will be relocating some services
of the Planning and Public Works Department. The new location will be at 1075
North Service Road West, Unit 27, in the Ennisclare Corporate Centre located
between Third Line and Dorval Drive in Oakville. Staff moving to 1075 North
Service Road West include those from the Office of the Commissioner,
Environmental Services Division (some services), and Planning and Transportation
Services Division.
All staff telephone extensions, fax numbers and email addresses will remain
the same. All mail can still be directed to the Region's main address: 1151
Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1. Hours of operation will be Monday to
Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Visit www.halton.ca/ppw to see a
detailed list of services to be accessed at the new location. To make an
appointment or for more information about where to access Regional programs and
services, contact Access Halton at 905-825-6000 or toll free at 1-866-4HALTON
(1-866-442-5866).
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Aug. 15, 2007 - Beach Tests
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Beach Results
Halton Region's Health
Department tests recreational water throughout Halton. Beaches are selected
based on use for swimming and other water sports. These tests are done weekly,
or if conditions change.
Beach water samples taken on August 7 revealed that the following beaches
have acceptable levels of bacteria and are safe for swimming:
- Burlington - The Beachway North
- Burlington - The Beachway South
- Milton - Kelso Conservation Area
The following beaches have high levels of bacteria and are unsafe for
swimming:
- Oakville - Bronte Park Beach
- Oakville - Coronation Park East
- Oakville - Coronation Park West
- Halton Hills - Prospect Park Old Beach
Residents can call Halton Region to find out which beaches have been closed
due to poor water quality. Beach quality information is available 24 hours
a day by calling 905-825-6000 or toll free 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866).
During regular business hours ask for beach information, and after regular
business hours press "2" for health information.
Information is updated weekly or as conditions change. This information
is also posted on Halton Region's website at www.halton.ca.
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Aug. 1, 2007 - The Robber-Barons Are At It Again - Insurance Company's
Is your home more than 30 years old?
If it is, you may find that your insurance company has some pretty tough standards to either issue a new policy or renew your existing policy. Take a look at this brochure from the Financial Services Commission of Ontario. Comments are invited.
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Jul. 28, 2007 - Safe to Swim
Beach results
Halton Region's Health Department tests recreational water throughout Halton. Beaches are selected based on use for swimming and other water sports. These tests are done weekly, or if conditions change.
Beach water samples taken on July 24 revealed that the following beaches have acceptable levels of bacteria and are safe for swimming:
- Burlington - The Beachway North
- Burlington - The Beachway South
- Milton - Kelso Conservation Area
- Oakville - Coronation Park East
- Oakville - Coronation Park West
The following beaches have high levels of bacteria and are unsafe for swimming:
- Oakville - Bronte Park Beach
- Halton Hills - Prospect Park Old Beach
Residents can call Halton Region to find out which beaches have been closed due to poor water quality. Beach quality information is available 24 hours a day by calling 905-825-6000 or toll free 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866). During regular business hours ask for beach information, and after regular business hours press “2” for health information.
Information is updated weekly or as conditions change. This information is also posted on Halton Region’s website at www.halton.ca.
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Jul. 26, 2007 - Excellent Program!
Funds Available to Help Homeless
On July 11, Halton Regional Council approved $3.1 million for an Expression of Interest and proposal call to prevent and address homelessness in Halton. The funds are from the Region, the Province and the Federal government's Homelessness Partnering Strategy.
"This funding will help to maintain critical services for Halton's homeless," said Regional Chair Gary Carr. "The money will ensure Halton residents who are homeless or at risk of being homeless can receive ongoing emergency services, transitional housing and the supports they need for their health and well-being."
The funds made available for the Expression of Interest represents a major step in achieving the short-term priorities regarding homelessness in Halton's Comprehensive Housing Strategy. The Strategy incorporates a series of policies and actions to ensure a variety of affordable housing types for Halton residents, regardless of income and stage of life.
The priorities being addressed will help people retain their housing, assist homeless individuals and families with temporary housing and supports to help them regain permanent housing, and support projects for homeless youth and families. Halton Region's goal is to provide a basic level of services for the homeless in each of Halton's four Local Municipalities.
The Request for Expression of Interest will be issued during July 2007 and will close in September 2007. Guidelines and Forms will be posted on Halton Region's website, www.halton.ca. Community organizations with expertise in serving the homeless are encouraged to apply. Submissions will be evaluated by the Region and those who are successful will be invited to submit a full proposal in October 2007. Funding recommendations will be considered by Regional Council in December 2007.
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Jul. 20, 2007 - Beach Safety Results
Beach results
Halton Region’s Health Department tests recreational water throughout Halton. Beaches are selected based on use for swimming and other water sports. These tests are done weekly, or if conditions change.
Beach water samples taken on July 17 revealed that the following beaches have acceptable levels of bacteria and are safe for swimming:
- Burlington - The Beachway North
- Burlington - The Beachway South
- Milton - Kelso Conservation Area
- Oakville - Coronation Park East
- Oakville - Coronation Park West
The following beaches have high levels of bacteria and are unsafe for swimming:
- Oakville - Bronte Park Beach
- Halton Hills - Prospect Park Old Beach
Residents can call Halton Region to find out which beaches have been closed due to poor water quality. Beach quality information is available 24 hours a day by calling 905-825-6000 or toll free 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866). During regular business hours ask for beach information, and after regular business hours press “2” for health information.
Information is updated weekly or as conditions change. This information is also posted on Halton Region’s website at www.halton.ca.
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Jul. 20, 2007 - Summer Initiatives
Summer Company entrepreneurs making their mark in Halton
Halton's newest entrepreneurs are now open for business as part of Halton Region's 2007 Summer Company Program. Summer Company is an initiative of the Ontario Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, delivered in Halton by the Region's Business Development Centre.
"Summer Company is about so much more than simply getting a part-time job for a few months," said Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr. "Students in the program will learn valuable business skills, interact with volunteers in our business community, receive training in starting and running a business, and network with their peers in an inspiring and supportive environment. The lessons from this experience will last a lifetime."
Through this program, which kicked off in May, secondary and post-secondary school students between 15 and 29 were eligible to receive up to $3,000 to help them start and run their own summer businesses. The students in this year’s program receive guidance from local business professionals who volunteer as mentors for the new young business owners, and also receive training on marketing, bookkeeping, and how to run a successful business.
Each participant runs their own company, and their services this year include lawn care, pool servicing and power washing. The following students are open for business:
- Bill MacDonald, Augusta Masters Lawn Service Tel: 905-334-9841
- Fred Malinski, Lively Lawn Tel: 905-616-7430
- Daniel Mandic, Up ‘N’ Running Pool Service Tel: 905-464-1867
- Adam Willhoeft, Blast IT Clean Power Washing Tel: 905-334-4933
- Mike Zhang, Lawn Sharks Tel: 905-808-3090
This year’s Summer Company mentors are local Halton business professionals. Halton Region would like to acknowledge the following mentors:
- Grant Buchan-Terrell, Barrister & Solicitor
- Ed Foster, The Incorporators
- Pat Hutton, RBC Royal Bank
- Jan van der Hoop, Hiring Smart Canada Inc.
“The volunteer mentors from our business community are an essential part of the Summer Company experience, and we appreciate their generosity in offering their time and expertise,” said Carr.
Summer Company is one of the youth entrepreneurship programs offered by Halton Region’s Business Development Centre. Halton Region also holds an annual Business Plan Competition for secondary school students across Halton. The Business Plan Competition is offered through partnership and sponsorship by the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship and RBC Royal Bank.
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