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THURSDAY, JANUARY 6, 2011 Test ice thickness before venturing out Knowing how thick the ice is before venturing onto it is a must. To give you a little information about estimating ice thickness, Canada's Lifeguarding Experts recommend a minimum four inches for walking, six inches for a snowmobile and a further eight to 12 inches for a vehicle. "Pay attention to weather reports, media warnings and municipal warning signage posted in various locations around the lake," said Halton Hills Mayor Rick Bonnette. "If you don't see anybody else on the lake that may be an indicator that the ice just isn't safe yet." Ice on area lakes and ponds, and in particular, Fairy Lake in Acton, may not be thick enough for people to use safely. Fairy Lake has open-water areas for the waterfowl, and the Mill Street dam, which all make a number of areas very dangerous to be near. While the lake is known as a very popular spot for snowmobiles, walkers and hockey players, children and adults alike must heed the warning signs. Children are a little less wary and are fairly eager to get onto the ice for a number of reasons. Using the lake as a shortcut to school or home is not a safe alternative to the sidewalk. Taking a few extra minutes to walk around the lake could be a lifesaver. Be patient and allow the ice THE NEW TANNER 9 to thicken up before starting up the shinny-hockey season, snowmobiling or drilling those holes for ice-fishing. Now is a great opportunity for parents to have a family chat about the dangers of unsafe ice conditions, water temperatures and hypothermia. FITNESS INSTRUCTORS JOB POSTING 201033 The Town of Halton Hills Recreation and Parks Department is currently seeking part-time instructors for various Active Living programs. Opportunities exist for people with skills, interests, and qualifications in the following areas: Group Fitness Strength Fitness Osteo-Fit Pilates Zumba Yoga QUALIFICATIONS: · Current certification with a recognized organization · Strong communication skills · Ability to work independently · Current Standard First Aid & CPR · Willingness to obtain a criminal reference check prior to commencing employment HOURS OF WORK: Evening and daytime hours available depending on area of interest. SALARY RANGE: The hourly range of pay is dependent on the program and qualifications. Qualified candidates may submit a detailed resume in confidence by 4:30 p.m., Friday, January 28, 2011 quoting Posting No. 201033 to: Ms. Jackie Kerr Manager of Human Resources Town of Halton Hills 1 Halton Hills Drive Halton Hills, ON L7G 5G2 Email: humanresources@haltonhills.ca Fax: (905) 873-1431 Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate. Questions regarding this collection should be directed to the Manager of Human Resources. We thank all candidates for their interest however only those individuals chosen for interviews will be contacted. An Equal Opportunity Employer ON THE ICE: Almost 300 people enjoyed skating for free at the Acton arena over the holidays, courtesy of the Rotary Club of Acton and the Optimist Club. Acton's Mya Hillier, 2, (left) got a helping hand from Grandpa Floyd Hillier on the leisure pad at last Thursday. There was no going slow for Acton's Chloe Pearce, 3, (right) who showed of her poise and power and was a pink blur. ­ Frances Niblock photos DE MELO CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS CENTRE Dr. Dave de Melo, Chiropractor Dr. Jim Giancoulas, Chiropractor Amy Spiers, Massage Therapist · SAFE, GENTLE CHIROPRACTIC CARE · COMPUTER GENERATED SPINAL ANALYSIS · EMERGENCIES & WORKERS COMP ACCEPTED · NEW PATIENTS WELCOME Queen of Credit I'LL MAKE YOUR FIRST 3 PAYMENTS APPROVAL RATING! Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere 100% I WILL FINANCE YOU! Vehicles from $5000-$25000 whatever you need! IF YOU HAVE AN INCOME ...YOU'RE APPROVED! YOUR JOB IS YOUR CREDIT PROBLEMS = SOLUTIONS · On Disability · Divorced · Late Payments · 0 Down · No Credit · Bankrupt · No Money Lowest Interest Rates · Credit Counselling Ask for Casey YOU'RE APPROVED 25 Main Street North, Acton Across from Giant Tiger Plaza No Referral Necessary EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE (519) 853-3460 $ GIANT USED CAR CLEARANCE Low as · TRUCKS · VANS · SUBS · CARS DOWN! $ · WHATEVER - 2,500 TO CLEAR Specializing in 100% Credit Re-establishment 0 per 37 wk. SAME DAY DELIVERY 1-888-461-3963 IF WE DON'T HAVE IT - WE WILL GET IT! 1 Halton Hills Drive, Halton Hills, ON L7G 5G2