Oakville Beaver, 17 Sep 2010, p. 18

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Tim Hortons, 2010 Help support our local community by buying a $1.00 Smile Cookie. The entire proceeds from each delicious chocolate chunk Smile Cookie will be donated to the Halton Learning Foundation. To find out more visit timhortons.com Tim Hortons Smile Cookies are coming to Oakville starting September 20! Oakville Senior Citizens Residence (OSCR) charitable organization invites community minded individuals to join its Board of Directors. This volunteer position is respon- sible for advancing the mission of Affordable Accommodation and Independent Lifestyle for Seniors. Located on Lakeshore Road West, Oakville Senior Citizens Residence is a leader in its industry. The Board of Directors, made up of volunteers who support the needs of the Halton senior community, governs the work of OSCR. Directors are recruited and screened through a committee and voted to the Board. A description of the work and responsibilities of the board is available for your interest. As an organization, OSCR seeks to reflect the strength and diversity of the community it serves. Candidates should: Be professional and diligent; Have professional experience, education and/or training in one or more of the following areas: Community Development, Leadership, Organizational Planning, Board Development, Human Resources or Volunteer Resources Management; Have previous experience serving on a volunteer Board of Directors; Have sincere interest in the senior population; Attend monthly board meetings (2nd Thursday of the month, afternoons from 2:30 pm - 4:45pm); Actively participate in one or more board committees as needed. Candidates are appointed for a 3 year term with the option of renewal for additional 3 one year extensions. Have knowledge of the Carver Policy Governance Model, the health care system and the role of the LHINs would be an asset. Kindly express your interest and submit your resume by Friday, October 8, 2010 to: The Nominating Committee Oakville Senior Citizens Residence 2220-2222 Lakeshore Road West Oakville ON L6L 5G5 email: oscr@oakvilleseniors.com Board of Directors Oakville Senior Citizens Residence (OSCR) is recruiting two leadership positions as Board Members Acton 49 Eastern Av. Mon. - Sun. 10-6 519-853-1031 O n A l l L e a t h e r & S h e a r l i n g Fa s h i o n s P LU S s a v i n g s o n A L L F i n e L e a t h e r F u r n i t u r e SALE $229 REG. $375 PRE SEASON SALE UP TO STORE WIDE 40%OFFHIDE HOUSEREGULAR SELLING PRICES B m l P h k m a M a ^ = k b o ^ M h : \ m h g w w w . o a kv ill eb ea ve r.c o m O A KV IL LE B EA V ER Fr id ay , Se pt em be r 1 7, 2 01 0 1 8 UWO campaign urges us to Live United United Way of Oakville (UWO) kickedoff its 2010 campaign on Sept. 8 witha goal of raising $3.6 million for the Oakville community. This year the UWO is asking everyone in Oakville to Live United. But what does that mean? Live United means that together, united, we can accomplish more than any one of us can do alone. It is about considering the condition of others and doing something to help every- one have the opportunity for a good life. Each of us wants to create a better life for our neighbors, family members and friends. Each of us wants to see our community thrive. It takes everyone in the community, working together to create a brighter future. Each and every person regardless of what role they play is significant in mak- ing Oakville a better place to live. And together, we can accomplish more than any single person can on their own. Each of us plays a part. We are all united in this effort to change lives. Live United is an invitation for everyone to be part of the change. Many of us already Live United. Whether you donate through your work- place campaign, volunteer your time, or inspire others to follow your lead. You give. You believe. You inspire. You Live United. You BELIEVE. You INSPIRE. Its the idea that we are all connected and interdependent. Its the idea that we all win when a child is ready to learn and succeeds in schoolwhen families are financially stableand when people are healthy. Together, united, we can inspire hope and create opportunities for a better tomorrow. Thats what it means to Live United. United Way hopes it can count on you to LIVE UNITED this year. For more information on how you can LIVE UNITED, visit our website at www.uwoakville.org or call 905-845-5571. HMC AGM on the agenda The Halton Multicultural Council will host its annual general meeting Thursday, Sept. 30. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., while the formal program begins at 7 p.m. At 8 p.m., keynote speaker Tom Zizys, Metcalf Fellow & Labour Market Analyst will take the stage to speak about labour market outcomes for newcomers, visible minorities and other populations in Halton. The event is located at Halton Multicultural Councils Main Office 1092 Speers Rd. R.S.V.P. to Heather Hogan 905- 842-2486, ext. 248 or hhogan@halton-multi- cultural.org or visit www.halton-multicultur- al.org.

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