the HERALD Communrty Wednesday October 1991 United Way a major supporter of CNIB By LORRAINE Herald Special The Canadian National In stitute for the Blind or CNIB is a wellknown organization dedicated to enriching the lives of blind and visually impaired peo ple What you might not know about this nonprofit organization is that its almost old and is one of member agencies funded by the United Way of Ha Ion Hills The CNIBHalton Peel division is located in a small office in Mississauga Despite its modest quarters the CNIBs scope is far reaching and includes a host of support services for blind and visually impaired residents in Halton Hills For people with low vision the CNIB s programs include a variety of optical and other aids that assist people in making the best of their remaining vi sion In the field of hightech the in notation haven t been restricted for the sighted world The provides demonstrations on a variety of advanced technological equipment in eluding computers with voice or braille capabilities But what about the job market CNIBs vocational employment and training programs are just some of their many services that enable blind and visually im paired Canadians remain in dependent and productive members of todays society Glen candidates meeting Glen Williams and surrounding area residents will get the op portunity tomorrow Thursday to hear the views of candidates vying for the position of Ward 2 Town and Regional Councillor There will be an allcandidates meeting Thursday starting at 8pm at the Glen Williams Town Hall for Ward 2 candidates Those running for the position of Ward Town councillor include Spence Rob Heaton and Kathy Ward Regional candidates include Joe Hewitt and Bill Robson IMPORTANT NOTICE To all the citizens of Halton Hills Please be advised that the Royal Canadian Legion does not have any connection with any publication soliciting advertising copy andor donations purporting to benefit Canadian Veteran Nor does it en dorse any such publications The Annual Poppy Campaign is I ho only Legion Appeal to the public on behalf of veterans Branch Acton Branch Georgetown The Royal Canadian Legion The Royal Canadian Legion It Coasens Branch No 120 127 MILL ST GEORGETOWN 2C7 REMEMBRANCE WREATHS Please place your order now Contact Paul 8774214 If no answer coll the Canadian Legion at 8774413 Just think when you support the Halton Hills United Way you not only help the CNIB keep up its good work but you also provide financial assistance to many other member agencies More than services such as family counselling solutions and sup port for troubled teens to in dependence and dignity for the development ally handicapped alcoholic rehabilitation and countless others In alone over in dividuals about per cent of Hills population took ad vantage of one or more United Way agencies The need is there and you can help By making a financial con tribution to the United Way you can truly make the difference in your neighbors lives Please give generously Lorraine Is a George town based freelance writer and relations con sul la nt CANADAS BEST PAINT WALLPAPER VALUE OUR GUARANTEE OF QUALITY OUR LOW PRICE GUARANTEE product Color Your World ore on of quality you are not your purchase replace ho or a full refund This guarantee doe not include labour for application or If you find a comparable pant or ho at a pneo atd proof of of our product I difference Sale affective October to November 5 Not all items available al all ilexes For franchise opportunities call 416 2593 214 GUELPH STREET GEORGETOWN 8731363 NEW BUSINESS HOURS Monday to Friday 9 am9 pm Saturday 9 am6 pm