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| Thursday, September 30,2021 | 4 The IFP - Halton Hil Daycare provides good beginnings Early childhood educa- tion equips children with the capacity and skills to be ef- fective and engaged life-long learners. At The Tabernacle, The motto “good begin- nings never end” speaks to the commitment to quality child care provided at The Tabernacle Home Daycare ayoetnacy é Child Services. a toddlers are well prepared to “I get to see children’s Gav CARE CHILD SERVICES excel at school. , development and learning <@ id Parents experience peace firsthand as children grow and flourish under my care,” says owner Reena Joseph. Respecting each child’s uniqueness, they are given person- alized care, love and attention. Tabernacle offers daycare services for infants (12 to 18 months), toddlers, pre- schoolers and after-school care. “It’s a privilege to play a role in chil- dren’s lives, providing the opportunity to influence and shape their lives during those vital first five years,” Reena says. The Tabernacle provides a safe, and car- ing environment and delivers a play-based curriculum with a focus of positive rein- forcement. In addition to nourishing chil- dren’s minds, home-made nutritious meals of mind, knowing their child is in loving hands. They ap- preciate the access to photos and video sharing, open communication, digital doc- umentation and contactless check in. Open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., parents are grateful that the daycare offers extended hours to help support them if they need to work late, says Reena. The daycare also of- fers care during March Break, summer and Christmas holidays. “Our mission at The Tabernacle Home Daycare Child Services is to encourage the overall development of your children through play and respect, and to approach challenges with optimism.” Interested parents can call 905-599-8835 IBNEWS TOWN OFFERS RESOURCES FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION DAY : MELANIE HENNESSEY mhennessey@ metroland.com Sept. 30 marks the first the Town of Halton Hills is encouraging residents to mark the day with re- flection and self-educa- The municipality is of- fering several resources to help residents learn more about Indigenous history and the ongoing impact of colonialism on Indigenous communities. THIS INCLUDES: + An Indigenous Voices reading list compiled by the Halton Hills Public Li- brary, available through ‘Search our Catalogue’ function at hhp1o: - Indigenous program ming presented during Culture Days, which runs until Oct. 24. A full event listing can be found at https://thestar- qr.com/3zMJWaf. A list of resources but together by support learning and ti cussion with friends and family: https://thestar- qr. com/SCRYP6 sf. + Lectures, workshops, author talks and film screenings presented as part of the Exploring In- digenous Roots program by the Halton Hills Public Library, in partnership with the Town. Further details are available at https://thestar- qr.com/3F20QTK. The municipality is al- so encouraging residents to visit the National Cen- tre for Truth and. Recon: iliati 5 at eri ca for public. educa ‘ion activities, ling hearing the stories ote resi- dential school survivors. "The Tow! commit- ted to moving forward on the appalling history of residential schools and their ongoing impact on survivors, families and communities is an impor- tant step that we can all take. We must ensure that this shameful chapter in our history is not forgot- ten, and let this knowl- edge help us move towar‘ building more inder- standing, inclusive and equitable communities." Town services will con- tinue to operate as usual on Sept. 30. Mountainview Residence by the Glen The only family owned & operated retirement home in Halton Hills. Mountainview Residents ssidents enjoy social mee to support daily New suite plans available this the best time of your life of food choic nourish their bodies. or email reenatony@gmail.com. receive the vaccine booster as we grow to meet the dose and are enjoying needs of our residents SA _acce pting ongoing activities and community! registrations oo Georgetown — 905-599-8835 Located on the cusp of the Hamlet of 6 len Williams d Noi 222 Mountainview rth, Georgetown theifp.ca wresidence.com www.mounta