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The Canadian Champion, Friday, August 18, 2006 Al 3 Effortsunderwy to epand Energy Drili program IilitatVe iics Wkizi oJ, sLLys ANlUwi I-idîo pricient By Melanie Hennessey CANADIAN CHAMPION STAFF A Milton Hydro energy conservation pilot project could soon be expanding locally and into Toronto. According to Milton Hydro president Don Thorne, the Toronto Distnict School Board bas applied to the Ontario Power Authority for funding to furtber develop the local utility~s Energy Drill program., which was created to respond to htgb electricity prices and critical supply constraints. Thorne said it's also anticipated the initia- tive will be implemented in three additional Hairon schools this fali. The schools that take part could include a mix of Catholic and public. "This bas realiy taken off," remarked Thorne, noting the programt is getting atten- i.oi bo in, lplid1 ,Vi "-l-ieh Lncrgy Drili is a great education tool for the kids." Last year, the Energy Drill pilot programt -similar to a fire drili - started in Town of Milton facilities and Robert Baldwin School, meaning when electricity prices exceeded a certain threshold, Milton Hydro notified the pilot participants, who then activated their Energy Drili action plans. The plans involve turning off non-essen- tial equipment and deferring work that requires electricity, if possible. tttggered by reltahslity or cnvironincntal concernis. He noted the intent thss fail ils to restart the program at Robert Baldwin and have it run parallel with the other Halton and Toronto schools once approval bas been given. Milton Hydro ils also working with the Town and local businesses to possibly expand the Energy Drill program in town. Melanie Hennessey can be reached at mhen- nessey@-miiîoncanadianchampion.com. D Curriculum Based Math and Lan9uaSe Programs Grades 1-8 Kjndergartet, Enrichment/ Early Reader Program 1 905-299-MIAT www.mlltontutorlng.ca ELEM Jazz, Tap, R.A.D. Ballet, Musical Theatre, Acrobatics, Hip Hop, Boys Boom Squad, Ballroom, Stretch, Moms & Tots, Dancersize 3oivi usjop- oM r'Re9istr'ation andc C)pen fou.se Week V* O1b Nia, Pu%"., Yoga «d Mm.. Mea - Dence Get MU Have Funs and kinpré youe apiit PUw - am oses ad Mig -q phdea studi. Yoga - Fla*ng poslume aind rehxiboadvehiques. IVlOf- Messae 1m"y Rso1 mW Tisai lbgm Duoq Ci:i-ck Li -tt 1.1le Wett7 fe' Cwcold C)Ori9 peckIs Fdnm 11111111101 &Aliw S.hmw1U 905.875.0075 IRMOfNIA ce New Brote Corpombe Cer"r 410 Bronte Siree S , Suie 201, South Entrance. fflan. ON 19T N8 t"stnoifi of M~e hospffl Nutrition Notes Did you know.. i in 5 Canadian children are flot getting the recommended five serv- ings of fruits and vegetables they require daily. S Halton Foo for Thought Contact Program Coordinator 905-845-5597 ext. 201 - foodforthought(@cogeco Ca rWE1RE * *~ New larger and improved location with state-of-the-art spruing dance flooring Specializing in recreational and competitive Scottish Highland Dancing by 4 time World Champion and Judge. New programs this fait indlude: H-IP HOP, PILATES, AND BALLET 10 week sessions offéred ini Hip Hop, Pilates and Aduit Highiland. Classes commence Sept. t lth Ages 3yrs to, aduit ~e#uxe %ÈC J,00 Of jeý Fail Registration: August 29th and 3lst 6-8pm September 2nd l-3pm 529 Main Street East (across from Loblaws) 5) 69 - 31s ,,vjsillid ai Fez