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B4 The Canadian Champion, Friday, August 4, 2006 Motorcyle riders gearing up for fundraising poker run Auçj. 20 vw di a good cause înight waui t0 coui idcr the fifth annual Erinoak Cbarity Ride August 20. The ride, sponsorcd by the Milton Harley Owners Group (HOG) and jacox llarley Davidson, is a two-stop poker ron open t0 ndcers of ail types of motorcycles. lîlIl stant ai jacox, 2815 Argentia Rd. in Mississauga, and end wiîh a barbecue ai the Mohawk Inn ai Guelph Line and Hiwy. 401 in Campbellville. a.îo. andi 11: 15 arni. 1 be cost is $25 per person or $100 in plecîges, and includes breakfast. "You (HOG members) are local beroes for wbat you are about to do for Erinoaks kids," said Mary Ross, Frinoaks communiiy rela- tions co-ordinator. A poker mun is a ride along an establisbied rouie, where eacb participant puis togetber a poker band by drawing a set number of cards [rom a deck ai each stop. [The first stop will be ai C b stic Conservation Area, and tbe second in Waierdown. There will also be free evenis to participate in ai eacb stop. Tbe eveni will raise funds for Erinoak, a non-profit organization dedicaîed to sup- porîing cbildren and youîb wiib physical, developmenîal and communication disabîli- tics. Lasi years run raiscd more iban $46,000. Fundraising raffle tickets are also being cosi $ 10 each or thrce for $25, and only 3,000 are bemng sold. First prize is a trip for cwo to the Dominican Republic, second is a Snap-on toôl chest, and third is a computer buili by M DG. To register for the poker non or for more information, caîl Mike Lutes, eveni co-ordi- nator, ai (905) 875-0778. For raffle tickets, caîl Marg Saliba at the same number. Business Development Centre We want your business ta succeed. The following programs and services are available ta help your business. Youth Opportuniie *Business Plan Competitian *Summer Company *Seminars *Business Consultant *Networking Alliance Staut-up " Seminars " Business Consultants *Business Registration *Resource Library *Public Use Computers Business Retention. Expanion and Site Location " Seminars " Mentorship Program " Site Location Assistance " Workfarce Development " Regional Innovation Networks Upcoming Seminars, Workshops and Events: Starting a SmaII Business Information Seminars: Mon., August 14 (afternoon session) and Wed., August 23 (evening session). Business Basics Seminar Series: In partnership with Burlington Public Library, this series is geared ta the entrepreneur looking for "the basics» in starting their business. The series wiIl be presented at the Burlington Library--Central Branch. Participants can attend any or ail of the seminars. Wed., Sept. 20 - Starting a Small Business Wed., Oct. 18 - Web Resources for Small Business Wed., Nov. 15 - Writing a Business Plan Consultant on Site Program: In partnership with Halton Hilîs Public Library; a business consultant will be available ta meet wvith small business clients at the Halton Hilîs Library--Georgetown Branch on the fallowing dates. Appointments must be booked in advance. Thurs., Sept. 7 Thurs., Oct. 5 Tool Box to Grow Your Business: In partnership with the Business Development Bank of Canada, this hands-on seminar on Wed., Sept. 20 will explain how business owners should prepýare their company to apply for financing ta, grow their businesses. Starting a Smal Business Seminar: In partnership with Oakville Public Library, this information session will be presented at the Oakville Library--Central Branch on Thurs., Oct. 5. Building a Marketing System: Learn how ta build a marketing system that will relentlessly generate revenues for your business on Wed., Oct. il. Right f rom the Start up: A seminar series for entrepreneurs who are thinking about or who have just started their own business. Entrepreneurs can attend any or ail of the seminars. Wed., Oct. 11 - How ta Create a Clear Business Vision and Business Plan Mon., Oct. 16 - 10 Low Cost Marketing Tools Wed., Oct. 18 - How ta Cost and Price Your Products for Profit Mon., Oct. 23 - LInderstandýng Financial Statements, Developing Sales Projections and Cash Flow Forecasts Contact us for more information on these events and how to register. 1oeTMilo Waste CollionNoic WseCvicto oliday Please Note Collection Day Changes August 2006 Monday, August 7 moves ta Tuesday, August 8 Tuesday, August 8 moves to Wednesday, August 9 Wednesday, August 9 moves to Thursday, August 10 Friday, August il moves to Saturday, August 12 Due to the Civic Holiday, waste collection services the week of August 7 will take place the day after your regular collection day. Please check your 2006 Waste Management Calendlar for details in your area or the Region's Waste Management website at www.halton.ca. Halton Waste *Management Site will be closed on Monday, August 7 due to the Civic Holiday Regular Operating Hours wiIl resume on Tuesday, August 8 Open Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 5400 Regional Road 25, Milton For more information, please check your 2006 Waste Management Calendar or the Region's website at www.halton.ca Minimizing Outdoor Water Use In response ta the hot temperatures we are experiencing this summer, Hàlton Region is asking residents ta help conserve water by minimizing outdoor water use ta make sure there is an adequate water supply ta meet public demands and fire protection. Residents are reminded they can still water their flower and vegetable gardens as needed by hand. However, Halton is asking residents ta cut back on recreational water use such as lawn watering and car washing at this time. Your ongoing conservation efforts will help ensure an adequate water supply ta meet ail aur needs throughout the hot summer months. For more information on how you can help ta conserve water, please visit www. ha Iton. ca/waterconservation. Halton Regiomal Meeting Schedule Mandat, Auqust 7 - Offices closed due ta Civic Holiday ' Chairman Joyce Savoline 'ýw> . ýBMt 1 Marshall 1 CAO