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22 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday November 18, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com Campaign aims to ensure a bright Christmas for every child By Sabrina Byrnes SPECIAL TO THE BEAVER The Halton Regional Police Service, The Salvation Army and Canadian Tire have collaborated once again to help the more than 300 less fortunate families in need this holiday season. The Halton Police Toys for Tots program, which is in its seventh year running, officially starts today (Saturday) at the eight participating Canadian Tires in the region. A donation bin is set up in each of the stores. Customers are encouraged to donate their Canadian Tire money, which will be used to purchase toys to give to The Salvation Army. Halton Honda in Burlington has donated a vehicle for the use of deliveries. Det. Const. Chantal Verrier from the Halton Regional Police Service and chairperson for Toys for Tots said people are unaware of how many families are in need in our region. "In a region like Halton a lot of people don't realize how many families are in need of some extra help, and we realize this through this program, because it helps over 300 BARRIE ERSKINE / OAKVILLE BEAVER TOYS FOR TOTS TEAM : Representatives from the Halton Regional Police, Salvation Army and Canadian Tire teamed up to kick off this year's Toys for Tots campaign at the Kerr Street Canadian Tire store. families a year," said Verrier. meet that, if not exceed our goal." ilies that are under-privileged and "Last year we helped out over Halton Regional Police Chief are in need of help. 300 families, throughout the Gary Crowell thinks it is important "At this time of year, I think that region. Hopefully this year we can to acknowledge that there are fam- it's a time of giving," said Crowell. "There are people who are less fortunate and do not have an opportunity to celebrate in a way that people who have more (do). I just think that it's important to acknowledge that there are people less fortunate, and we try to do what we can just to make sure that they have a happy holiday," stated the Chief. Verrier claimed that teenagers are also their focus because they don't get recognized when people donate items. More often people will donate with smaller children in mind. The Salvation Army helps in identifying those that are in need. They've also set up their building in a way that families can look through the items. "What we've done is we've set up a toy shop so that people can come in and look around and be able to pick the toys of their choice, which will be very helpful for the moms," said Capt. Stan Higdon of the Salvation Army in Oakville. The eight participating Canadian Tires include three in Oakville, three in Burlington, one in Milton as well as one in Georgetown. SUPER SPACIOUS SEMI This home is in a very desirable area. 4 bdrm + prof fin bsmt with gas F/P, full washroom, family rm and rec room on 2nd floor living room open concept, dining room gas F/P, 2308 sq ft of living space. Upgraded hardwood MBR w/jacuzzi sep shower and walk out to covered balcony. Unique floor plan includes 5 appls fully fenced yard excellent neighbourhood. USHA Walk to all amenities to view this beautiful home please call KUMAR Usha at 905-272-3434 or 416-565-7495 Sales Representative REMAX REALTY SPECIALISTS INC., BROKERAGE 905-272-3434 NEW PRICE NEW LISTING SUNDA 1:30-4:30 Y OPEN HOUSE Sales Representatives HEATHER MEEHAN RYAN HAYDAR RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE 905-878-7777 CENTURY HOME IN THE TRADITIONAL CAPE COD HEART OF OLDE MILTON! IN CAMPBELLVILLE One look and you will fall in love! This 3 bdrm has been extensively renovated from top to bottom including a new kitchen, most windows, new roof, upgraded heat & A/C unit and so much more! The old garage has been converted into a beautiful home office. The backyard is your own oasis with spectacular mature trees, flagstone path and patio and perennial gardens. Please call today to view, you won't be disappointed. $499,000. $499,000 $739,000 HAVING AN OPEN HOUSE? LET EVERYONE KNOW ABOUT IT BY ADVERTISING ON OUR Elegance Personified 5185 PINERIDGE, MILTON Custom 3 car garage bungalow, private forest and ravine on quiet court, upgrades galore, gourmet kitchen, walk out to covered porch, open concept great room with lofted ceilings, incredible finishes, hardwoods, limestone, marble. Prof finished walk out nanny suite, recroom, and sound proofed theatre, 6 bedrooms, 2+ acres. Call Sarah Logue for directions 905-639-7676 www.sarahlogue.ca The Perfect family home located on a beautiful one acre lot. Five bedroom home with Main floor master. Large eat-in Kitchen open to Family Room with fireplace. Separate Living Room & Dining Room with finished basement and upper level den, the ideal in-law or nanny suite. The backyard features an award winning in-ground pool with waterfall. $739,000. "WEEKEND SHOWCASE" PAGE BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW! ext. 244 or 242 845-3824 Sales Representative SARAH LOGUE REMAX ESCARPMENT REALTY INC., BROKERAGE 905-639-7676