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Bird released back into lake to cheers from the crowd continued from p.6 grebe to their truck, where she was put in a holding cage for safety. After carefully assessing that the squirming chick was OK, Wight returned the chick to the father grebe. It took a while, but the chick managed to get on his father's back, and away from the seagulls who were eyeing it as a potential meal, Edwards said. Everyone went back to the truck to see about the mother bird. Upon investigation, they found the barb of the hook was not embedded in the flesh. The barb of the hook had gone through the flesh and back out. Photographs were taken of the injured area, which were forwarded to a veterinarian at the TWC. The decision was to cut the barb off and remove the rest of the hook, according to Edwards. With that done, the female grebe was released back into the water where she joined her family -- amid cheers from onlookers. While most of the rescue was occurring, the Gutsy Walk in support of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation was also taking place. Hundreds of the participants walked by, twice, as the rescue took place, according to Edwards. After an assessment of the situation, the adult birds vocalized loudly, and proceeded to fish for themselves and their hungry young, she said. Shortly after the reunion, a man was again fishing on the dock. When asked to stop he turned away and ignored the request. Photographers on shore started taking his picture and he finally walked away, only to return a bit later, at which point the Marina Office sent a staff person to ask him to stop, Edwards said. Toronto Wildlife Centre is a wildlife rescue organization providing medical treatment and rehabilitative care to sick, injured and orphaned wild animals found by members of the public. It is a registered charity and relies on donations to do its work. It is often called in to assist the local humane society in the rescue or treatment of wildlife. Since opening in 1993, more than 80,000 wild animals representing over 270 different species have been admitted for care. With help from its volunteers and donors, Toronto Wildlife Centre has grown into Canada's largest and busiest wildlife centre, and a leader in the field of wildlife rehabilitation. For more information, or to donate, visit www.torontowildlifecentre.com. 13 | Thursday, June 11, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com D O W N T O W N O A K V I L L E ANN 42UAL nd legal matters ENVIRONMENTAL & MUNICIPAL LAW Q a Do you have problems with bars in your area? The season of outdoor life is upon us, and many of us enjoy a drink on an outdoor patio or rooftop. However, what brings joy to some can bring grief to others because of increased activity, lights and noise, and so here are some tips for dealing with problems. First, talk to the bar owner and manager and take a positive approach with them. Often they don't even realize that there is a problem, and usually want to take corrective action--neighbours are usually customers, and might complain at license renewal time. Second, talk to your neighbours. Often, people assume only they are bothered, but it is usually the case that others will share your concerns. Putting your concerns together and acting as a group will make your case more compelling. Third, become aware of your rights under the municipality's by-laws: zoning restrictions on size and location, etc.; patio café by-law, noise by-law, etc. almost all municipalities have a noise by-law, and typically they prohibit audible noise after 11 p.m. It is important to note that a liquor license does not provide an exemption form the noise by-law. It is a bar's responsibility to ensure that you can't hear the music and noise in your home, not yours. Lastly, if noise persists even after you speak to the bar, complain to your councillor, to municipal staff and to the police (but use the local number, not 911). John Inglis John has a passion for the environment--both built and natural--because it directly affects how people live, and he is proud of O'Connor MacLeod Hanna's long history of work in this area. John's skill and experience in municipal, land development and environmental law gives him ample scope to make a difference by providing strategic advice to help clients achieve their goals. 700 Kerr Street Oakville ON L6K 3W5 (905) 842-8030 www.omh.ca inglis@omh.ca Stores open late! *Business hours may vary from business to business Brought to you by the Businesses of Downtown Oakville and the generous support of: Building Better Communities Through the Arts This column is intended for informational purposes only. This column does not replace or substitute any professional, financial, or legal advice.