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8- The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday September 16, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Mayor and MPP share personal experiences with violence Continued from page 4 "I want a world, province and town that no one has to have that experience," she said. And that begins with awareness that violence exists everywhere, even in Oakville. There's a myth, she added, that because this town is among the wealthiest communities per capita that some- how it means it is also a violence-free community. In fact, sexual and domestic abuse in Halton has increased by 1.2 per cent, according to the latest statistics. There were 175 reported cases of violence in the region in 2005, which is an increase from the previous year's statistic of 168. Nationally, women aged 25 to 34 have the highest rate of spousal abuse reported to police. "We must keep advocating until there is no reason to take back the night," said Mulvale. Denise Anderson, a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, found a way to channel her experiences into poetry. She shared her 30-year journey of hurt to healing, by reading a few of her powerful poems with the marchers. Flynn also spoke from personal experience, about his brother who told him quite casually, that he'd been mugged twice in his neighbourhood. "As he told me this, it sounded like there was a level of violence which he was willing to accept," said Flynn. "By this march we are saying that there is no level here in Oakville that we are willing to accept," he added. Mummy Tummy & More Cosmetic Surgery of the Abdomen And Breasts Following Pregnancy Dr. Otto Weiglein - Plastic Surgeon When the initial joys of motherhood fade and the cosmetic realities set in, it may be time to consider enhancement of the abdomen & breasts. This presentation includes tummy tucks, breast lift & augmentaion. OAKVILLE Serving Oakville, Milton and the Surrounding Communities Have family & friends ever said: "You're A Good Listener" If the answer is "Yes" then maybe you should consider becoming a Distress Line Volunteer. Volunteers must be non-judgmental and have the ability to befriend callers with compassion and empathy. Our training will enhance your listening skills and prepare you to handle all types of calls. If you are over 18 and can commit to 12 hours a month please contact us or visit our web page for more information. 905-849-4559 info@distresscentreoakville.com www.distresscentreoakville.com Our next training session starts in October Travelodge Hotel 2020 Lakeshore at Brant, Burlington Join Us! Wednesday, September 27th 7 ­ 9 pm Reserve Your Seat Today! Light Refreshments Email: info@CosmedicaCanada.com 905-634 5573 MONTREAL'S BEST BAGELS N O W AVA I L A B L E A C R O S S C A N A DA From our wood-burning ovens in Montreal to your front door. ORDER ONLINE @: W W W. S T V I A T E U R B A G E L . C O M Celebrate with Friends for an Unforgettable Evening! Commitee Members: Kathy Mueller, Chair Barb Armstrong Carroll Baker Madge Barr Tracey Campbell Kathy Dube Carol Fahey Heidi Follows Baillie Howard Sisokin Joan Manwaring Aleta Mayer Lynn Pike Frank Rea Diane Rosart Don Stewart The Oakville Hospital Foundation invites you to... THE 15TH ANNUAL OTMH CANDLELIGHT BALL co-presented by & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4TH, 2006 at the Burlington Convention Centre 1120 Burloak Drive 6:30 p.m. To order your ticket today contact Aleta Mayer at 905-845-2571 ext. 4351 Each guest will have a chance to win a 7-day all-inclusive vacation for 2 to the Gran Bahia Principe Tulum in the Maya Riviera, donated by McTavish Travel and Air Canada Vacations. Each ticket includes... Table of 10 with Corporate Recognition...$3,750 Table of 10...$3,250 Individual Tickets...$325 Payments accepted by cash, cheque, MasterCard, VISA & AMEX All proceeds direct towards the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Oakville - Trafalgar Memorial Hospital COCKTAIL RECEPTION Auctioneer: Don Stewart, Sr. Development Officer, Appleby College 7:30 p.m. DINNER Black Tie R.S.V.P. before October 20, 2006 special features for the evening Heads or Tails Live Auction Dinner Dancing to the Anita Rossi Band