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Second Halton Pride Picnic to be held June 2 at Bronte Creek Provincial Park . l'le I iîoî Piide (diganizatuun ssillI iiîsi the second annual Halton Pride Picnic June 2 at Bronte Creek Provincial Park. The event wilI be a celebration of Halton and neighbouring regions diverse gay, les- bian, bisexual and transgendered commu- nity, its friends, supporters and families.' The picnic, which will mun from noon to 5 p.m., wilI be dedicated to life and mem- ory of Patrick West. Mr. West was a 28-year-old gay maIe whose lufe was plagued by homophobia in the Oakville school systemi and was a-vic- tim of gay bashing in is youth. Homophobia and discrimination were Lîtiui-Lcoî s iuai led iMi. \West lu take bis own life in October, said is moth- er Catherine Bergey. Ms Bergey, an advocate for the Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), will speak at the Halton Pride Picnic about her son and the homophobia tbat exista in the region and wiIl also accepi the dedication in bis name. This year's event will focus on 'Celebrating the Diverse Expressions of Family'. Event attractions will include nature hikes, music, arts and cralis, children's lace painting and activity area, educational anîd licalI dîspIay's, local business houilîs. raffles and a barbecue. Raffle prizes range from dinners at the Rude Native in Burlington and the Abbey Grill in Oakville to a Pele lsland Winery gift basket and two weekend getaways at Woodhaven Country Lodge and the Pride of Niagara B&B. Austin's Restaurant ai Cross Street and Trafalgar Road in Oakville has offered to host an after party at the restaurant starting ai 8 p.m. For more intormnation, call Kim Abbot at (905) 628-9780. CORRECTION NOTICE n our May 23 - 29, 2001 Future Shop Flyer the following error occurred: *On Page il the Danby Deluxe Compact Fridge model DCR382W was advertised at "$19999 save $50" the $50 savings is atter $20 in-store reduction and an additional $30 manufacturers mail-in rebate. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers. It's a story that must be told, says tbe Halton Region Business Developmnenî Centre. Location, transportation links, qualiîy of life and an educated worktorce are certain- ly factors in the growtb of new businesses in Halton, but tbey dont tel] tbe whole story. The centre recently released a new video, Halton: A Community that Works, to detail1 its working relationship witb tbe growing business community. The video explains why numerous industries bave decided to make Halton their home. "Halton Region and the municipalities within that Region are vcr proactive in terms of facilitating the development of industry in ibis area and providing the sort of facilities and services thai we need," said Peter Mason. C.E. Lighting plant manager. The Halton Business Development Partnership ollers a unique working rela- tionship between Chambers oif Commerce, local business development offices. and the Province to give the support business needs to grow. Halton: A Community (hat Works can be viewed on-line ai www.baltonbusiness.conm or f'or a free copy, contact the Business Development Centre at (905) 825-6300. The Canadian Champion, Friday, May 25, 2001-21 Fun fishing derby for special people Jtine 9 Optimist Club hosting event at Long Lane Orchards in Campbellville nhe Optimisi Club of Milton will bosi its Special Persons Fishing Derby lune 9 at Long Laite Orchards. The derby forcbildren with special needs will mun from noon to 2p.m. Last year, more than 150 people participated in the derby. The Optimiast Club is hoping for the same amount of paric- ipants ibis year. Long Laite Orchards is located on Second Line in Campbellville. For more information, cail Jason Fendley at (905) 878-3926. CANADA INC. or the hommew. lff PEFOUCE WRR outdour needi oPElàU y ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY 5 PM TNURSDAY Collct yur MUON: (905 876472 BULIGTN: (95)63-50 Ceeevwtaq {e~2Otk A#4 eiqj1 Heaîing Centre, 95 Main St. East, Milton 4 Dr. Turner would like to thank Milton and ail of her patients over the years who she has had the priviiedge of developing exceptionai relationships with while witnessing the improvements in their lives through chiropractic. Dr. Marne Turner Chiropractor a ieü Dr. Turner cares about the weil- being of the residents of Milton and lias devoted 20 years to serving her community by improving the quality of health of ail who corne to see her. Thank you, Milton. On celebrating her 2Oth anniversary Dr. Turner would like you to accept her invitation to cati her office to discuss any health concerns you may have. She is dedicated to continuing to serve Milton and to assist you in locating the cause of your problem so you may obtain a higher level of health and vitality. 905-876-1888 Region releases new video aimed to attract business