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They like to try a bit harder You could say the staff at Milton Photo get an intimate snapshot of their customers' lives. The family business co-owned by Emily Grezoux and her brother, Ron Burgoyne has been a part of the community for 27 years. The staff includes their mother, Esther, who works in the lab. Besides complete one hour and econo- photofinishing services, they offer a full line of unique photo frames, giftware, cameras and a passport photo service. "We're the only ones in the area that devel- ops new APS format film in-house," says Grezoux. "Everybody else sends it out. That's the new camera that offers the three print for- mas in one. It's really hot in Japan." A copy print to print service is unique to Milton Photo as well. They take old family photos in color and black and white and enlarge therm to up to 200 per cent, often saine day, without the need for a negative. "The quality is unbelievable and it's not that expensive," notes Grezoux. " I think what people like is the fact that we're an indepen- dent and we have to try a little bit harder than the big chains." From a humble beginning Milton's working parents have been keeping their children "Safe and Sound" for 14 years now. The private daycare centre and nursery owned by Edwina and Peter Boddington has experienced extraordinary growth over the years, expanding to three locations that service 300 families and employ a staff of about 50. This is a far cry from Safe and Sound's modest beginnings in 1985. "We started out with 11 children and a staff of four. We've grown bigger than a public school now," laughs the upbeat Boddington. "We did it all on our own with no grants or help from the govemment. It's hasn't been easy -- we can't offer our employees the same money as a non-profit centre, but the bottom line is parents want security and stability for their children." Safe and Sound's charges range in age from three months to 12 years and Boddington attributes her success to being spontaneous and original, but most of all, having insight into people. "Parents like our basic philosophy, empha- sizing good social skills and attitudes, the old- fashioned social graces. Milton's been very good to us and we enjoy it." Pick-your-own is a landmark Located high on the side of the Niagara Escarpment just west of Milton (7256 Bell School Line) Springridge Farm, owned by Laura and John Hughes, has grown to be one of Ontario's most popular destinations fruit fans. Known for its luscious pick your own straw- berries, it offers much more including a selec- tion of homemade fruit pies and preserves, a bakery deli and a gift shop located in a reno- vated 18th century barn brimming with unique gifts and decorator items from all over the world. Open 9 to 5 from April to December, the farin attracts more than 100,000 guests, 16,000 schoolchildren and hosts up to 18 chil- drens' birthday parties a weekend. "I think what people like the most is a chance to get away from the techno razzle dazzle," says Laura Hughes. "It's a chance to get back to nature and an opportunity for families to be together, often all three generations, in a relaxed, no stress atmosphere." Its picturesque location on the escarpment is a huge draw, she believes and guests from out of town really enjoy an opportunity to take in this part of Ontario. Friendly, professional service For your home decorating needs there's no place better to shop than St. Clair Paint and Wallpaper at 475 Main St.East. Owner Brian Budworth has been in the business for 23 years. The new location open seven days a week has lots of parking, a large loading area and the main entrance is wheelchair and baby car- riage friendly. The store stocks hundreds of wallpaper selections including over 300 bor- ders, discounted to half the manufacturer's suggested book price every day. If you can't find what you need, browse the books and place an order. In the paint arena, a sales associate helps clients use the new colour key display and makes suggestions.. Customer loyalty is high at St. Clair. "They know me quite well, " he agrees. "The term good service is overused, but I think that's what our customers really like. Our friendliness, helpfulness and our rapport with clients is notable and we do get favourable comments sent our way." King of the rad warriors Eagle Radiator's sole proprietor Terry King is a native Miltonian. He opened Eagle Radiator 10 years ago, and bas not looked back since. Thanks to his hard work and the support of other Milton small businesses, he has earned the honour of being voted number one, and thanks the community. Along with a thriving business, Terry has achieved many successes over the years. He has been racing for the past six years. He won a championship, the award for Rookie of the Year, and came in second place overall in 1998. Eagle Radiator has experienced steady growth, allowing it to expanding and offer- such services as recores, repairs, gas tanks, heaters, custom exhaust pipe bending, heavy equipment trucks and farm, automotive, and drive-in service. We welcome you to call or visit us at; Eagle Radiator, 555 Main Street East, Unit 10, (905) 878-1980. Always upgrading at Salon The Salon Group has always tried to main- tain a high standard of professionalism and a warm, friendly atmosphere while we motivate each other. We are proud of Use fact that all of our styl- ists take cutting and colouring courses as well as motivational classes each year. They also attend trade shows regularly. This is good for our clients who benefit from a pro- educational environment. Three years ago, we took a big step. We decided to open a hair colouring department run by Simon Paul, which was new to the Milton area. It has been a great success and we have not looked back since. We are lucky to have Simon Paul on our team.If you need any advice on hair colouring, be is glad to help. T eé añadian Chainplon, Fids', Februàry 19,1999 - RC 23 Thank you for your support The J. Scott Early funeral Home exists today because of the support and encouragement of the Milton community. We feel a deep sense of priv- ilege when a family entrusts us with the funeral arrangements of a loved one. It is a duty that we have been honored to pro- vide for many Milton families over the years. We hope our continued commitment to the public is evident in the services we provide and the ongo- ing upgrading and training of our staff in areas such as bereavement support. We are asked many times by the general public how we handle working in the funeral profession. The public support shown to us in ways like the Milton Reader's Choice Award and the Business Persons of the Year Award help us stay focused on our slogan: "Personal and Caring Service". This slogan was adopted to let families know that our first priority is them and how they are served when they choose The J. Scott Early Funeral Home. Every time someone pats you on the back for the time and compassion you have shown during their sorrow, you know why and how you contin- ue to work in the funeral industry. We will continue to honour our commitment to the Milton community with the same pride and dedication. We thank you, Milton, for the 'pat on the back' this award has given us. Some facts on Rogers Video • Founded in 1988. Today, Rogers Video is the largest Canadian owned video retailer in the country. • Head office based in Richmond, British Columbia with regional offices in Calgary and Toronto. • Distribution center in Calgary. • President: Chuck van der Lee. • Rogers Video rents more than 600,000 movies each week to Canadians. * There are 200 Rogers Video stores located in Ontario and the four western provinces. • Rogers Video plans to open 20-25 new loca- tions per year for the next three years. • In 1998: 2,200 employees; in 1996: 1,700 employees. • Stores are designed and constructed based on our dynamic and entertaining new store proto- type. Existing stores are being upgraded to new design. By year end 1999, all Rogers Video stores will feature the new design. • Rogers Video carnes digital video discs (DVD) for sale and rent as well as DVD players for rent. • Other innovations include the national "Buy Movies by Phone" service. • Fun fillied Family Showcase News, a family newsletter sent to Rogers Video's preferred fami- ly customers. The Rogers Video's Birthday Club for children is in Family Showcase News. • Customers preview movies on state-of-the- art television consoles. Labour of love for MacKinnon • from UNIQUE on page 21 waterfall north of Georgetown," he explains. "My customers like the uniqueness of it. Sometimes people want the effect of water flow- ing over rocks without the pond. Whether it's a' pond or a waterfall, it's very relaxing and becomes the focal point of your landscaping." A local landscaper for 20 years, MacKinnon juggled bos specialties for a while but this will be his first year solely concentrating on water gardening, although he's still involved in con- struction and design to a certain extent. "Sometimes people don't know where to start and that's where we come in," he says. "I love it, in fact my wife says I spend too much time at it. I enjoy creating and designing and secing the results -- taking a plain, ordinary design and bringing it too life with water. It's an excellent feature." MacKinnon's employees include his two sons, Mike and Doug, on a part-time basis and his wife, Myrna who does the books. We appreciate the support of our customers in choosing us as Miton's Favourite Bank in The Canadian Champion Miltons Choice Awards. ROYAL BANK 55 Ontario St. Milton Mal, Business Banking Centre