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th ei fp .c a Th e IF P -H al to n H ill s | T hu rs da y, A pr il 1, 20 21 | 16 Getting our community vaccinated and protecting our most vulnerable from COVID-19 continues to be Halton Region's top priority. Halton's eligible populations can easily book appointments using the Region's online booking system at halton.ca/COVIDvaccines or by calling 311 if booking support is required. We continue to vaccinate residents as quickly as vaccines are made available from the Provincial and Federal governments so residents are encouraged to check our website regularly for the latest information, follow @RegionofHalton on social media or sign up to receive updates by email to find out who is currently eligible in Halton. The Province sets the priority groups and Halton Region is required to follow the Province's implementation plan, including prioritization set by the Provincial government. Place yard waste at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regularly scheduled garbage collection day and not the night before. Halton Highlights April2021 This page has been donated by this newspaper to communicate important information to Halton residents at no cost to taxpayers. Meetings at Halton Region Yard waste collection resumes the week of April 5 More Halton residents can now book appointments Halton Region is working to reduce our carbon footprint through our programs, services and infrastructure and to ensure our community is prepared for severe weather events. To help do this, Regional Council has directed staff to prepare a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Halton Environmental Network (HEN) to advance the Region's work in addressing climate change. The MOU would formalize a partnership with the HEN to prepare a community Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory, work with partners to form a Community Climate Action Plan and position the Halton Climate Collective to coordinate climate action in the region. It will also enhance our ability to address climate change across Halton and develop a collaborative approach to support the sustainability of the region for generations to come. To learn more, visit halton.ca. 04 01 21 Halton Region to partner with Halton Environmental Network on action against Climate Change Regional Council meetings are taking place through web conferencing until further notice. Videos will be posted to halton.ca. Visit halton.ca for the full schedule. We all have a role in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Gary Carr, Regional Chair For a list of items that go in yard waste or to view your waste collection schedule online, visit halton.ca/waste. Please remember to use a paper yard waste bag or a rigid container with a yellow yard waste sticker only. Do not place soil, grass or sod in yard waste bags or containers. HALTON REGION COVID-19 VACCINE PROGRAM To learn more about Halton Region's COVID-19 Vaccine Program, including who is currently eligible, how to book an appointment, what to expect at the vaccination clinic and transportation options, please visit halton.ca/COVIDvaccines.