19 · Friday, November 4, 2011 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com Dog Rescuers' fundraiser Oakville's The Dog Rescuers Inc.'s (DRI) will be hosting a Pub Night fundraiser on Wednesday, Nov. 9 to help with the costs of its vet bills. Hosted at The Fire Hall Restaurant, the night's festivities will include free appetizers, a silent auction, live entertainment, prizes and a small presentation on DRI. DRI is a non-profit organization based in Oakville. It is run by a group of volunteers with a passion for rescuing and re-homing all breeds of dogs. Tickets cost $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at both Canadian Pet Connection locations in Oakville. Doors open at 8 p.m. The Fire Hall is located at 2441 Lakeshore Rd. W. For more information, call 416-567-6249 or visit www.thedogrescuersinc.ca. The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Halton Region Small Business Centre Mark your calendars! Halton Region Small Business Centre and Halton's Regional Innovation Centre - HalTech T presents: Entrepreneurship Week events - November 15th - November 17th, 2011. Entrepreneurship Week in Halton is an engaging series of seminars and events focused on all things entrepreneurial. The week of events provides learning experiences and networking opportunities that will inspire and educate you, whatever stage your business is at. Seminar topics will include communication, marketing and branding, perfecting your business pitch and mastering social media. Schedule and registration details available at www.haltech.ca Speak up! You can comment on any story in today's Oakville Beaver at oakvillebeaver.com Upcoming Business Seminars and Programs Bookkeeping: Understand bookkeeping principles and practices, financial statements, taxation, expenses and software programs. Wed., Nov. 9 - Halton Regional Centre (6:30 8:30 p.m.) $25/person r Starting a Small Business: A general overview of the things you will need to consider, along with resources to help you succeed. Covers structure, registrations, regulations, licences, taxes and financing options. Wed., Nov. 16 - Burlington Central Library (6:30 - 8:30 p.m.) $25/person Consultant-on-Site Program: In partnership with the Halton Hills Public Library, ya business consultant will be available to meet with small business clients at the Georgetown Branch Library on Thurs., Oct. 20. Appointments must be booked in advance. No cost. Marketing: A session that highlights the importance of marketing, marketing plans and different types of promotion/marketing. Thurs., Nov. 24 - Halton Regional Centre (6:30 8:30 p.m.) $25/person Building a Business Plan: Learn how to write a plan to guide your business and assist in financing. Wed., Nov. 30 - Milton Public Library, y Main Library (1 3 p.m.) $25/person y a business Consultant-on-Site Program: In partnership with the Milton Public Library, consultant will be available to meet with small business clients at the Milton Public Library on Thurs., Dec. 1. Appointments must be booked in advance. No cost. Starting a Small Business: A general overview of the things you will need to consider, r along with resources to help you succeed. Covers structure, registrations, regulations, licences, taxes and financing options. Wed., Dec. 7 - Halton Regional Centre (1 3 p.m.) $25/person Registration and pre-payment for all seminars is required as seating is limited. Contact us for more information and registration details for these events. Join our online community. Get connected at www.halton.ca/business. THE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE HOLIDAY EVENT YOUR 2012 AWD VOLVO XC RANGE 0% FROM FR OM FINANCE APR UP TO 72 MONTHS Hearthside returns to the Halton Region Museum NO CHARGE ALL-WHEEL DRIVE YOUR 2012 AWD VOLVO XC RANGE Before leaving Hällerad, Sweden, every Volvo AWD vehicle is tested by some of the most extreme off-road conditions known to man. That's why we developed Volvo's Instant TractionTM AWD. It automatically redirects power and torque wherever you need it most for improved stability, handling and driving confidence no matter what the weather or the holidays throw your way. The 2012 AWD Volvo XC Range is The popular Hearthside event, an evening of entertainment, great music and superb food, will return to the Halton Region Museum on Saturday, y November 26, 2011. A leader in heritage stewardship, the Museum is located in beautiful Kelso Conservation Area in Milton. The event is part of the Museum's ongoing 50th anniversary celebrations and is hosted by The Halton Museum Foundation, the Museum's independent fundraising arm. This jazz extravaganza will showcase the talents of the Vickie van Dyke Trio, James Brown, and the Chris Platt Assemblage. Show your support for this unique Halton attraction. Learn more at www.halton.ca/hearthside or find Halton Region Museum on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HaltonRegionMuseum. Halton Regional Meeting Schedule Nov. 8, Nov. 9, Nov. 16, 9:30 a.m. Health & Social Services Ctte. 9:30 a.m. Planning & Public Works Ctte. 1:30 p.m. Admin & Finance Ctte. 9:30 a.m. Regional Council. Gary Carr Regional Chair 770 Pacific Road, Oakville (905) 825-8088 www.volvoofoakville.com Limited time offers through participating Volvo Retailers on approved credit (O.A.C.) to qualified retail customers only. Finance examples based on a 2012 XC90 3.2 AWD/XC70 3.2 AWD/XC60 3.2. Selling Price is $49,199.20/$44,294.20/$40,294.20 (includes $1,715 freight and PDI, $75 PPSA, $5 OMVIC fee, $29.20 EHF (tires), $1 EHF (filters), $499 admin fees and $100 air conditioning tax, where applicable) financed at 0%/0%/1.9% APR equals $683.32/$615.20/$704.51 per month for 72/72/60 months. $0 down payment or equivalent trade may be required. Cost of borrowing is $0/$0/$1,976.14 for a total obligation of $49,199.2 0/$44,294.20/$42,270.34 including down payment. Total obligations do not include: other applicable taxes (including HST), license, insurance and registration. Payment may vary by choice of extra equipment. $2,200 No-Charge AWD represents a cash credit. On the 2012 AWD XC90/ XC70, the $2,220 credit represents the approximate retail value of AWD if it was available as an option. On a 2012 XC60, a $2,200 credit towards the lease, purchase or financing can apply if the AWD option is not selected. $2,200 can be deducted from the selling price before taxes and can be combined with lease, finance and other offers. $700 Retailer participation is required. See participating Volvo Retailer for details. Offers subject to changes without notice. Offer is subject to change without notice. Retailer may sell/lease for less. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. Some terms/conditions apply. Offers may vary by region. See Volvo of Oakville for full details. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. ©2011 Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. Always remember to wear your seat belt. Visit www.volvoofoakville.com Meetings can be viewed online at www.halton.ca. Please let us know as soon as possible if you will have an accessibility or accommodation need at a Halton Region hosted event or meeting. 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1 Dial 311 or 905-825-6000 · Toll Free 1-866-442-5866 · TTY 905-827-9833 · www.halton.ca 03/04 1111