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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Friday January 4, 2008 - 5 Dip attracts Polar Bears from far and near ANNOUNCEMENT Alliance Healthcare Professionals WELCOMES IT'S NEW ARRIVAL FROM SOUTH AFRICA Paul Ginsberg, D. Ch Registered Chiropodist Continued from page 1 The funds from this year's dip will help build water systems in Darfur, Sudan. "Sudan is under conflict right now. They're living in such a dire situation with no access to clean water and with poor sanitation," said Trent. With the funds four villages in Sudan will have boreholes drilled, wells installed, water pipes laid and existing wells repaired. "It's great, they're so passionate," says Richard Chapman, World Vision development advisor. "They have such a heart for wanting to make other people's lives better." His goal was to help 7,000 people with the money raised at the event. With clean water he said fewer children will die from airborne diseases. Oakville resident Colin Bales raised $5,500 and counting for the dip, which he did with his daughter Kiana. Bales recently came back from a trip to Africa where he saw the effects of unsanitary water first hand. "I went to bed thirsty for the first time in my life," he said. In Africa he spoke to about 2,700 children at an elementary school. The principal told him that on most days the only meal these children ate was the breakfast provided by World Vision. When he was told about the polar bear dip and its fundraising goal he emailed his employer to begin raising money. His boss, Rick Eastwood, matched every dollar Bales raised. "I can't think of a better cause; water is a basic necessity," he said. Yaro Polowianiuk was another first timer at the event. The North York resident was a little nervous and sure the water would be shocking. "If you did it alone, it would never happen," he says. "But with other people around and doing it for a good cause, you can't be chicken." Polowianiuk wants the event to become better known so that more people participate next year. These dippers agreed that while the water may be frosty, they would recommend it to others. "The more the better," says Polowianiuk. "It would be nicer with some palm trees, though." Paul Ginsberg, D. Ch MICHAEL IVANIN / SPECIAL TO THE BEAVER Registered Chiropodist GENERAL FOOTCARE INCLUDING · · · · Corns Callus Ingrown Toenail Sports Medicine · Senior Foot Care · Pediatric Foot Care · Prescription Orthotics WARM UP: Sacha and Greg Nesbit try to warm up in a hot tub following their dip in Lake Ontario. YAMATO Academy of Martial Arts PROFESSIONAL KARATE INSTRUCTION · Encourages self-discipline and focus · Builds confidence · Increases self-esteem · Aids in stress management NEW PROGRAM Parent and Toddler Classes taught by professional instructor trained and certified in Japan. Our grading certificates are accepted by the Japanese Karate Association. ALLIANCE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS Incorporated Call 905-845-2291 · 232 South Service Rd. E. Oakville UPPER MIDDLE RD E TRAFALGAR RD 905.618.0028 Yamato Academy of Martial Arts 1226 White Oaks Blvd., Unit 7 Oakville, ON L6H 2B9 WHITE OAKS BLVD QEW GET INSPIRED BY HUNDREDS OF TORONTO'S FINEST WEDDING EXPERTS European Engineering Combined With Traditional Workmanship SPRING 2008 SHOW January 25-27, 2008 Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place BRIDES TO BE ARE FREE! "Building on the Brightest Ideas Around Glass" Visit: www.nationalbridalshow.com to register for your FREE admission 905.849.0266 www. Brand Name High Efficiency Furnace & Central Air was from $ THE BAY & HOME OUTFITTERS 000 rs e BRIDAL GOWN SALE .com FIRST DIAMOND 00 ow! 24 Hour Emergency Service The quietest Central Air Conditioner you can buy Air Conditioners, Furnances and Indoor Air Quality DAILY FASHION SHOW t trends ing party ar fashions HOW HOURS: 10 am - 6 pm it our website intoronto.com CORRECTION NOTICE To our valued customers: We apologize for any inconvenience caused by an error in our flyer dated: December 28 - January 3. 6900 $ now from 3900 INSTALLED After government & manufacturers rebates $ 3995 per m onth o.a.c. as low as Product: Apple MA87B-AZOE2. On page 3 of the Dec 26th flyer sku 100974774/5, the graphics should be 128MB ATI Radeon® HD 2400XT, not 256MB. SKU: 10097474/5 arts 10 Year Pur & Labo * Warranty System Includes: · Two Stage Variable high efficiency gas furnace · 14 SEER high efficiency central air conditioner · FREE programmable thermostat *Free central air BERTIN STABLES Winter Lessons and March Break Camps · Weekday Lessons 4/$107 or $35/Lesson · Saturday at Farm 10am-3pm $40 (Children 5-12 yrs.) NO PAYMENT OR INTEREST FOR 6 MONTHS ONAL GIFT REGISTRY WWW.THEBAY.COM PART OF THE HBC FAMILY OF STORES WWW.HOMEOUTFITTERS.COM (905) 827-4678 www.bertinstables.com 8 Locations To Serve You Better! 905-849-4998 www.aireone.com 1-888-827-2665 *Call now for details. Offer cannot be combined O.A.C.