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Public Consultation Centre Proposed 2018 Grand River Transit Network 519-585-7555 TTY 519-575-4608 grt.ca The Region of Waterloo will be holding Public Consultation Centres (PCCs) in September and October 2017. The purpose is to gather input on the Proposed 2018 Transit Network to be implemented when ION light rail service starts, and on the proposed service improvements for September 2018, subject to budget approval. The proposed 2018 transit network would be implemented with the launch of ION light rail service, and involves integrating Grand River Transit (GRT) bus routes with the ION light rail. Regional staff will be on hand at the PCCs to provide information and gather your feedback on the proposed 2018 transit network. We look forward to meeting with you and hearing your input. If you cannot attend one of the PCCs, please go to www.grt.ca to view the proposed 2018 transit network and provide comments on-line. Monday, October 16 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. (drop in anytime) University of Waterloo William G. Davis Computer Research Centre, DC 1301 200 University Ave. W., Waterloo Wednesday, October 18 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (drop in anytime) Conestoga College - Doon Campus Main Building - Student Life Center, Lower Atrium 299 Doon Valley Dr., Kitchener These events are accessible for people with disabilities. If you have any questions about the accessibility of these events, require assistance to participate, require access to information in alternate formats or require an ASL interpreter, please call 519-585-7597 ext. 7388. • Free Blood Glucose Monitor & Teaching • Free Blood Pressure Check • Compounding Friendly Professional Team... where your total health is our goal! hours Mon.-Fri. 9am-7pm • Sat. 9am-4pm 519-747-0320 373 Bridge St. Waterloo www.thpharmacy.com Th ursday, October 12, 2017 • WATERLOO CHRONICLE • 17Serving your community since 1856 Eva Trachtenberg's chil-dren learned about charity as soon as they could understand the concept. "� e � rst time it came up was after a holiday and my son received some money," the Saskatoon mother of four recalls. "I said, 'We should donate it,' and he didn't know what that meant." From then on, she took every opportunity to talk about different charities and what they do; from the organization that helps their friends with juvenile diabe- tes to why the hospital was displaying an incubator at the local Walmart. She also enrolled her son in the youth branch of a charitable giving organization that Trachten- berg also joined. R e s e a r c h s h o w s t h a t Trachtenberg's approach is an e� ective one. According to one study, philanthropic pri- orities are strongly shaped by family behaviours. So parents and grandparents who give and volunteer are more likely to in� uence the next genera- tions to do the same. � e study also found that, when we give, we create posi- tive change in our commu- nities. Being a donor is good for our mental and physical health and it reminds peo- ple how much they have. Trachtenberg says she wants her children to "know that there are other people out there who are less fortunate and need our help." Here's how to get your kids on the charitable giving path early. Start talking By three or four years old, many children are ready to understand the basics of charity. At the grocery store, hockey rink or shopping cen- tre, you can easily � nd oppor- tunities to talk about and demonstrate donating and helping. Be age appropriate Bringing a six-year-old to a shelter to serve Christ- mas dinner may be more of a hindrance than a help. It's important to tailor the activ- ity to the child's abilities. � is could mean helping make cookies for a charity bake sale or shovelling an elderly neighbour's driveway. Make it easy Involve your kids in some- thing you already do, such as donating their old toys and clothes to charity. Explain that these things will help families in need and ask your child how they think the boys and girls receiving them will feel when they see their new things. Let them decide Set up a charity jar and let your child decide how much of her allowance to donate as well as who should receive the proceeds. By being part of the decision-making pro- cess, your child will feel more ownership and pride in help- ing out. Teaching children early about charitable giving can help them become lifelong philanthropists -- and both your family and your commu- nity will reap the rewards. Your professional adviser can help you show your kids the value of giving within a financial plan that allows them to do so without risking their � nancial future. ••• � is column is provided by McEachnie Group Private Wealth Management. Contact Russ McEachnie, CFP,CPCA, CDFA, RRC, principal, at 886-2360, ext. 6241 or go to russmceachnie.com. RUSS McEACHNIE MAKIN' MONEY Teach your children wellTeach your children well BUSINESS In celebration of Small Busi- ness Week, Regus is opening its two shared workspaces, free of charge, to local small business owners, startups, and entrepre- neurs. From Oct. 16 - 20, profes- sionals are invited to experience working from Regus's shared o� ce environment. Small Business Week cel- ebrates Canadian entrepre- neurship and o� ers opportuni- ties to learn and network with other entrepreneurs. � is year's theme is focused on challenges facing Canadian entrepreneurs and best practices to adapt to technology and demographic trends. As the future of work becomes less about the office and more about place, Regus is helping lead the workplace revolution by providing � exible workspaces that enable people and businesses to work where, when, and how they want. "Shared workspaces help small business owners in vari- ous ways--from working with other like-minded people to reducing overhead costs and increasing professionalism-- we welcome local profession- als to experience the benefits of working in this environment during Small Business Week," said Wayne Berger, EVP, Regus Canada, in a press release. Berger also talked about pragmatic steps small business- es can take as they work their way to pro� tability. Right size your business One of the biggest costs for small businesses is their office space. With more professionals working remotely, traditional, long-term leases are underuti- lized and expensive. � e capital invested in property would be better directed at growing your company. Businesses looking ahead to 2018 should consider where they need to be and for how long. Does your business need a permanent office? Are you scalable? If your employ- ees are not all in the office at the same time, would flex- ible arrangements like drop-in lounges make sense? Ask your- self these questions before you commit to something that won't work in six months time. Get � exible to handle change Explore today's many flex- ible working options such as co-working, home-working and staggered working hours to reduce stressful commut- ing, improve morale and boost productivity. Give workers the option to work from home occasionally or from a business centre closer to home. With the ongoing struggle to improve work-life balance, giving employees more control over their workday will help retain your best talent. Leverage technology There's a range of mobile technology that can help you cut down on your business travel costs. Collaboration tools, Skype, and online meetings can keep you in touch with col- leagues and clients without the hassle of travelling. Regus opening up workspace in K-W