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B4 -The Canadian Champion, Fniday, March 16, 2007 Upcoming Wine and Cheese Show truly an event to savour S Its onc again tm , t rea O I "nco T fol ' UmIlJýf i 111 11ý Thereli1 be lots of vintages at the Toronto Wine and Cheese Show mic asnd c heesc Shovv just arounid the corner Toronto's International Centre, on Airport Road, will once again be the site for the popular event - put on hy Premier Consumer Shows and slated for next weekend - where an interna- tional array of fine wines, heers and spirits will he showcased. They'll he complemented hy tanta- Iizing foods prepared hy chefs from estemned panel ol judgcs reveals their chosen wýinners in the annual Niagara wine compesision, in which more than 250 vintners compete in I17 different categories. The Vintages Classics Tassings area provides; consumers with an opporsu- nity to sample some of the most high- ly-regarded wines in the world, while cooking demnonstrations and wtne and chees machn smias eI oud hwc a eace Mu icpait of *a to 75 who enjoys food, cheese, wine and heer,' said show manager Mari Milks. "Perhaps the common denomi- nator among them is the mutual appreciation for a fine day of eating, drinking and learnmng." The event runs from March 23 to 25. For more information about the show, visis www.towineandcheese- NOIC OF OPE iO We Want to Hear fromn You GreenCart Open Houses Why: Halton Region is seeking feedback from you on implementing the GreenCart program Region-wide. Approximately 45% of the average garbage bag in Halton is made up of food scraps and other organic material that could be turned into compost. The proposed Region-wide implementation of the GreenCart program is an initiative to help achieve the 60% waste diversion goal outlined in Halton's 2006-2010 Solid Waste Management Strategy. Thtis 60% diversion goal will assist in extending the life of our landfill. When: Four Open Houses are being held to gather feedback on the proposed Region-wide implementation of the GreenCart program. Monday, March 26, 2007 5:00Op.m. to8:00Op.m, 1 Thursday, April 12, 2007 Gellert Community Centre 10241 8th Une, Georgetown Milton Sports Centre 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 605 Santa Maria BIvd., Miltons Monday, April 16, 2007 Glen Abbey Community Centre [5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. '1415 Third LUne, Oakville Thursday, April 19, 2007 tBurlington Seniors Centre 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.rn. f2285 New Street, Burlington What: The GreenCart is like a Blue Box that is used for your kitchen scraps (including fruits and vegetables, meat, bones, dairy, rice and breads), paper towels, coffee grounds and more. These materials can be collected at the curb in the GreenCart, instead of in a regular garbage bag. More Information: Copies of Report PPW46-07 "GreenCart Demonstration Program Evaluation " are available at the Halton Regional Centre, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, and online at www.halton.ca/greencart. if you are unable to atiend the Open Houses and would like more information, or you'd like to provide comments on the proposed expansion of the GreenCart program, please contact greencart@halton.ca, or telephone 905-825-6000, toîl free 1 -866-4HALTON (1 -866-442-5866), or TTY 905-827-9833. Your voîce is needed to achieve Fairness for Halton "The Places to Grow: A Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe" is the Province's vision for how and where municipalities will grow over the next 25 years. Without the necessary financial tools and commitments, Halton Region cannot meet the objective of the Provinces Places to Grow Plan. The Mayors of our four local municipalities and 1 believe it is unfair to expect Halton taxpayers to absorb the costs associated with a growth plan mandated by the Province. 1 urge you to share your thoughts by Writing your local MPP and MP to advocate for fairness for Halton. A postcard is available on Halton's website, wwwvv.halton.ca, which can be e-mailed directly to your MPP and MR. Waste Tips Keep Halton Beautiful on Windy Days You can help reduce litter with some simple steps to prevent your recyclables from taking flight on windy days. Please ensure your Blue Box materials are placed curbside in a secure manner. *On windy days, place your Blue Boxes out for collection on the morning of collection day, by 7:00 a.m., instead of the night before. *Secure your recyclables. Stack your Blue Boxes on top of one another to prevent papers from blowing away. *Fill boxboard boxes with other boxboard material. *Place heavier items on top of lighter items. C e s, *Flatten and tie large cardboard boxes and place securely underneath or between your recycling boxes. Community Open Houses Halton Region's 2007-2010 Draft Strategic Plan Halton Region's 2007-2010 Strategic Plan will set out Regional Council's vision for the next four years. We want to hear from you about Regional Council's draft themes and goals. Your input will be shared with them for their consideration as they finalize the Strategic Plan over the coming months. Monday, March 19, 2007 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Presentation at 6:00 p.m.) Halton Regional Centre, Auditorium, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville Tuesday, March 20, 2007 7:00-9:00 p.m. (Presentation at 7:30 p.m.) Halton Hilîs Cultural Centre, The Gallery; 9 Church Street, Halton Hilîs (Georgetown) Wednesday, March 21, 2007 7:00-9:00 p.m. (Presentation at 7:30 p.m.) Hugh Foster Hall, 53 Brown Street, Milton Thursday, March 22, 2007 7:00-9:00 p.m. (Presentation at 7:30 p.m.) Burlington Public Library; Centennial Hall, 2331 New Street, Burlington Adlditional information on Halton's strategic planning process is available at: www.halton.ca/strategicplan Halton Regional Meeting Schedule March 20 9:30 arn. - Health & Social Services Committee March 21 9:30 arn. - Planning & Public Works Committee March 21 1:30 p.m. - Administration & Finance Committee March 28 9:30 a.m. - Regional Council Gary Carr Regional Chair D-ate Location