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6 uw ° =z = Ss = | Thursday, July 1, 2021 | 2 KEEP SAFETY IN = MIND DURING JULY 1 « FESTIVITIES, WRITES 2GAR j J a . GARY CARR Column on Canada Day, we cele- spect and value fe oiveney of everyone ty, which makes our region uuntry a beautiful place to live. We also take this time to reflect on Canada's history as we recognize those who have shaped this country — the Treaty territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation andthe Indigenous Peoples who have been cuonectea to these lands for genera- tions. We reflect on those who built the foundations of our communities and beled shape where we live tor We celebrate their contributions to our cul- re, heritage and distinct tation identity. Another important part of Canada Day for me is spending it alongside resi- dents at events throughout fon. Although petivitics will look differe: this year, there are many ways to safely join the cele- CELEBRATING CANADA'S DIVERSITY AND CULTURE brations. Here are some helpful ideas for you and your family: + watch virtual Canada Day performances, show: and find activities for peo. ple of all ages on the Cana- dian Heritage’s 's website; + explore some of our parks and conservation ar- eas in Halton with mem- bers of your household. I encourage you to check the local municipality's web- site before heading out; lan a virtual gather- ing with friends or family; or * create your own at- nated, please remember to wear a mask and keep a two-metre distance from those outside of your household. For more information on how to protect yourself and others, please visit www.Halton.ca/COVID19. As minder, regional 24-hour and essential ser- vices remain available on Canada D: during long weekends throughout the summer. For more information, please visit www.Halton.ca or use our OneHalton App. On behalf of Regional bene I wish you and ur family a very happy Canada D By celebrating Canada Day, we live the values that keep Halton a great place to live, work, raise a family and retire. Gary Carr is regional chair of Halton Region. To contact him, email gary.carr@halton.ca. SIGN UP FOR OUR theifp.ca WEEKLY NEWSLETTER AT THEIFPRCA TO LEARN HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR OWN CONTENT VISIT THEIFPCA ABOUT US This newspaper, published every Thursday, is a division of the Metroland Media Group Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation. The Metroland family of newspapers is comprised of more than 70 community publications across Ontario. This newspaper is a member of the National NewsMedia Council. 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