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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, M ar ch 28 ,2 01 9 | 24 Visitwaramps.ca/ playsafe for the video and safety resources. TheWar Amps new "kids-to-kids" safety video, featuring stories from young amputees who have lost limbs in accidents, delivers the hard-hitting but positive message: "Spot the danger before you play!" PLAYSAFE: Don't Let It Happen to You Gary Carr Regional Chair Halton economy continued to thrive in 2018 Results from the 2018 Economic Review show that Halton's economy remains strong. 2018 saw $1.8 billion in overall new building construction, a higher than anticipated 3.8 million square feet of industrial and commercial floor area built, and an unemployment rate of 5.3 per cent, lower than the provincial and national averages. With new and innovative companies continuing to invest in Halton thanks to its prime location and highly skilled workforce, we are well-positioned to see more success in 2019. To read the Economic Review or find out why Halton is the ideal place to live, work and invest, visit halton.ca. Meetings at Halton Region, 1151 Bronte Rd., Oakville, L6M 3L1 Visit halton.ca for full schedule. April 17 9:30 a.m. Regional Council Springwaste reminders, events and tips 03 28 19 Halton Region offersmanyways tomanage your householdwaste and contribute to communitywaste reduction. Waste reminders and tips Help keepyour neighbourhood clean andprevent materials fromblowingawayonwindydays: Yardwaste collection resuming Starting theweek of April 1, yard waste will be collected every other week on the same day as garbage. Only use paper yard waste bags or a rigid reusable container with a yellow yard waste label. No plant pots, soil bags or plastic bags HaltonWasteManagement Site Spring Sundayopenings Open every Sunday fromMay 5 to June 30, 2019 (8 a.m. to noon). 5400 Regional Road 25, Milton, L9E 0L2 Upcomingevents April 27 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. SpecialWaste Drop-off Day - Georgetown Robert C. Austin Operations Centre May 6 to 11 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Spring Compost Giveaway -Milton HaltonWaste Management Site May 12 8 a.m. to noon Spring Compost Giveaway -Milton HaltonWaste Management Site June 1 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. SpecialWaste Drop-off Day - Burlington Burlington Closed Landfill June 8 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. SpecialWaste Drop-off Day - Acton Acton PublicWorks Yard Visit halton.ca or download the OneHalton app to learn more about Halton's waste management programs, including upcoming events, waste tips and acceptable items. Manage yourwaste online or fromyourmobile device Visit halton.ca or download theOneHalton app to: • view a personalized waste collection calendar online; • sign up for weekly curbside collection reminders; • sort waste using the PutWaste In Its Place tool; and • find HaltonWaste Management Site information and fees. Place materials at the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day, not the night before. Use a clear plastic bag for recyclables. Place heavier recyclables on top of your Blue Box. Bundle and tie paper material. By Cory Soal R.H.A.D. . . . Lend MeYour Ears MEDICATIONS CAN BE DANGEROUS TO YOUR HEARING! Ototoxicity is the term for medication that can be hazardous to your hearing health. If you presently take medication, be sure to ask your physician about possible effects on your hearing. Keep in mind that combinations of prescriptions increase the risk of ototoxicity. If you suspect your medication could be ototoxic, or develop a ringing in your ears, report this to your physician. For more information, please call. Ototoxicity is the term for medication that can be hazardous to your hearing health. If you presently take medication, be sure to ask your physician about possible effects on your hearing. Keep in mind that combinations of prescriptions increase the risk of ototoxicity. If you suspect your medication could be ototoxic, or develop a ringing in your ears, report this to your physician. For more information, please call. We care about your hearing! Professional Arts Building 99 Sinclair Ave., Suite 210, Georgetown 905-873-6642 Serving the community of Halton Hills and surrounding areas since 1992 The Georgetown