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NEWS HALTON HEALTHCARE NAMED ONE OF MOST ADMIRED CORPORATE CULTURES The health-care organi- zation that operates hospi- tals in Milton, Oakville and Georgetown is receiving na- tional recognition. Halton Healthcare is among the 2021 recipients of Comata's Most Admired Corporate Cultures ren in the broader public sector cate- gory. The national program Graham Paine/Metroland Halton Healthcare is receiving a national award from said Halton Health- care presi ‘ident and chief ex- tion," public sector category. Past recipients include the Otta- wa Hospital, Michael Gar- ron Hospital, CAMH and Holland Bloorview. by Waterstone Human Cap- Waterstone Human Capital. “Each of the 2021 award ital recognizes or- recipients puts culture at ganizations for cotvans evaluationofHaltonHealth- the centre of e i high-performan care’s corporate culture they do, and demonstrates a rate cultures ‘hat also! help years, in- i to sustain a competitive ad- chiding a vveadership, competitive oaivantae,' vantage. individual and organization id Marty Ps " is exemplary performance, corporate so- dent and CEO. an Waterstone brings withita cial ibili and Human Capital. "They set true sense of pride and ac- complishment," said Halton ealthcare chief of staff Dr. David McConachie. "We are proud of our culture andour people who keep it alive and thriving." ‘The award is based onan more. “Our organizational cul- ture is built on our core val- ues of compassion, account- ability and res} allowing us to create a workplace fo- cused on inclusion, high- performance and recogni- an excellent example of how crafting and sustaining a high-performance culture can bid ‘incredible growth ancien Hed Healthcare will accept the award at a cele- bration on March 31, 2022. Leathertown LUMBER Annual Toy Drive - On Now! in Acton. THE INDEPENDENT ey READERS’ CHOICE 2021 Our annual toy drive is happening now! We are collecting unwrapped toys for all ages for the Salvation Army to deliver Bring in your unwrapped toys to Leathertown Lumber and make a child’s Christmas extra bright this year. We also accept gift cards in all denominations up to $25. Thank you for joining us to help bring a smile to a child’s face this holiday season! 264 Main Street North, Acton 019-853-1970 416-601-1259 www.leathertownlumber.ca ‘Tis the season for toys and games, puzzles, arts and crafts, dress-up and learning materials and more. Since 2003, Squirt’s Toys and Learning has been a local source of gifts and today the selection appeals to all ages. Trista Donnelly opened the store to fill a void she and her husband discovered as parents of young children. As their children, Ciara and Hayden grew, so did the range of ages that the Georgetown store’s inventory covered. “We are seeing some of our first customers. coming back to buy for their grandchildren,” says Trista. For little ones there are familiar quality brands like Lamaze, 4M, Haba, Creativity for Kids, Playmobil and Schleich. The expanded product lines featured Calico Critters, Hape Toys, Lego, and Folkmanis puppets and more recently has grown again to include a “great selection of adult games and puzzles”. curbside pickup online 4 ordering Trista Donnelly, owner, and Margeaux Lane” — ADVERTORIAL — Make holiday shopping all fun and games “Our knowledgeable staff are always willing to help customers find that perfect gift,” says Trista. Providing a helping hand during the busy holiday season, Squirt’s Toys offers free bagging for presents and for those challenging recipients on your list, gift cards are available in any denomination. “Last year we opened Puzzles Canada online and later this month (November) it will be open for walk-in retail,” Trista reveals. Since re-opening after being closed to walk-in customers, Trista and her staff are happy to see “the kids coming back into our store and being excited about what we have”. They are inspired by seeing adults coming into the store, knowing that they can get help. According to Trista, one of the rewards of operating a well-established and successful shop is watching happy customers walk out and knowing that they will be back again. local 4 delivery 211 Guelph St. Unit 1, Georgetown — 905-873-4410 www.squirtstoys.com a 3 Fa 3 i = Gi a Fy 2 Fy a 2 9 8 y 8 2 Fa g Xv Ss 8 8 eordyouy