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THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2011 Hairy donations for cancer and kids Hair is for fundraising, not fashion hair, and this is the last time for him. "It (the ponytail) is a huge pain the arse. It really is. Raising money for cancer is the only reason I do it, and now my daughter and granddaughter can take over," Lindsay said on Saturday. Two-and-a-half years ago when the father/ daughter team cut their hair for cancer, they were joined by granddaughter Cadence, but her hair hasn't yet grown the required 10 inches needed for donation, while Amanda's hair is "down to her butt." The first time Lindsay grew and then donated his cut hair was a fundThe "great hair gene" running through three generations of the Lindsay family continues to be a boon for children who have lost hair to cancer treatments, and to the Canadian Cancer Society. David Lindsay, of Ospringe, and his daughter Amanda, 26, of Acton will have their ponytails cut off on Tuesday, June 14 ­ the hair will go to the Angel Hair Foundation that makes children's wigs, and cash donations are earmarked for the Canadian Cancer Society. David Lindsay, who works at Leathertown Lumber, has grown and donated his ponytails four times to raise money. He said he's looking forward to short raiser for his sister, who was paralyzed after contracting West Nile Virus from an infected mosquito over 10 years ago. She survived, but died from complications last year. Lindsay's next three hair cutting events raised approximately $4,000 for the Canadian THE NEW TANNER 3 Cancer Society. He hopes to raise $1,200 before next week's cut at Blue Springs Salon and Spa, where owner Darlene Saunders will again donate her skills to the cause. Donations for the Canadian Cancer Society will be accepted by David at 519-833-1298. Another hair raising experience for cancer Lauren Matsuo, 11, will take part in the finale to, "A Random Act of Kindness Week" by cutting her hair for CAShh (Cancer Assistance Services of Halton Hills). This will be the second time she has cut her hair in order to raise money and awareness for cancer, along with donating her hair to help make a natural wig for a cancer patient. "It makes me feel really good when I know I can help someone in need. Sometimes cancer patients need extra help and the people at CAShh are there for them." Matuso said. She will be at Prospect Park on June 18 to collect donations and run a silent auction, and get her hair cut. She is accepting donations with help from her fellow students at Absolute Martial Arts, to collect sponsorships from family and friends. Sensei Janet Hoskin said Matuso is a great achiever, who works hard and applies herself in everything she does. "Seeing her stepping up for charity like this is not a surprise to me. She is an Assistant Instructor at our school, and always makes herself available to help with the younger kids ­ I'm hoping that everyone helps in whatever way they can and makes this a huge success both for Lauren and for CAShh," Sensei Hoskin said. Businesses or individuals who would like to donate to Lauren's fundraiser can contact Absolute Martial Arts at 905 691-3213 or simply see Matsuo on Saturday, June 18th in Prospect Park at the Random Act of Kindness Picnic. Any donations of $10.00 or more will receive a charitable receipt for tax purposes. The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRES Halton's Draft Solid Waste Management Strategy We want to hear from you! Drop by one of the following open houses to learn more about Halton Region's Draft Solid Waste Management Strategy, and offer feedback on the proposed waste diversion initiatives: Date & Time Location Glen Abbey Community Centre 1415 Third Line, Oakville Milton Sports Centre 605 Santa Maria Boulevard, Milton Gellert Community Centre 10241 Eighth Line, Georgetown Burlington Seniors' Centre 2285 New Street, Burlington Saturday, May 28, 2011 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2011 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 25, 2011 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lauren Matsuo United Way Halton residents have always been enthusiastic about practicing the 3Rs--reduce, reuse, recycle. Residents are now diverting 60 per cent of residential waste away from the landll, increasing its life from 2023 to 2032! The landll is a valuable resource for Halton Region and is an investment worth protecting. Building upon the success of its Blue Box and GreenCart programs, Halton Region is exploring ways to further increase residential waste diversion to 65 and even 70 per cent! In consultation with the Joint Municipal Regional Waste Management Committee--a citizen's advisory committee--Halton Region has developed a Draft Solid Waste Management Strategy. The Draft Solid Waste Management Strategy identies potential initiatives that could be implemented to achieve these higher waste diversion goals. You can learn more about the Draft Solid Waste Management Strategy including potential cost implications, by reading the Regional Council approved Report PW-19-11 at www.halton.ca/wastestrategy or by attending an open house. of Halton Hills The United Way of Halton Hills will hold its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 7pm at St. John's United Church, 11 Guelph Street, Georgetown. Join us as we review our past year, celebrate 25 years serving Halton Hills and thank our donors for helping us to surpass our 2010 Campaign Goal! Elections of the 2011/2012 Board of Directors will also take place. Support and Housing Halton, one of our funded agencies, will be making a presentation about their programs and the work they are doing in Halton Hills. For more information, please contact the United Way of Halton Hills office at 905 877-3066. "Give Where You Live" Learn more at www.halton.ca/wastestrategy. Making Halton a better place to live, work and retire Gary Carr, Regional Chair Please let us know as soon as possible if you will have an accessibility or accommodation need at a Halton Region hosted event or meeting. 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1 Dial 311 or 905-825-6000 · Toll Free 1-866-442-5866 · TTY 905-827-9833 · www.halton.ca 090611