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in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, Ju ne 14 ,2 01 8 | 46464 Spring into a Healthy Smile 647-496-1424 2-2983 Westoak Trails Blvd.,Oakville | www.villageortho.ca Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite. So whether you're considering clear aligners or traditional braces, an orthodontist has the training, the experience, and the treatment options to make sure you get your best smile Call us today to schedule your complimentary consultation! man of St. Luke Catholic Elementary School said more community centres would make Oakville a bet- ter place. Matea Wilson of St. Luke Catholic Elementary School called for the estab- lishment of a racial diversi- ty program at local schools to teach students about dif- ferent cultures and racial identity. "The town could imple- ment programs in schools that invite diversity and eliminate stereotypes by encouraging students to talk about differences without making judg- ments," said Matea. Sofia D'Alfonso of St. Bernadette Catholic Ele- mentary School called for the establishment of an eco point program that would see residents rewarded with points and ultimately prizes for engaging in eco friendly activities. Francesca Rocha of St. Bernadette Catholic Ele- mentary School said the expansion of the Oakville outdoor art collection would make the communi- ty better. Methods for paying for these projects ranged from increasing taxes, to selling off Kinoak Arena to ap- pealing to private investors to holding community fundraisers to getting bank loans. Following the presenta- tions the youths voted on their favourite project. Bronwyn's idea to ban plastic straws in Oakville came first. Matea's idea for a racial diversity program and So- fia's eco points program tied for second while Na- ba's plan to build more sidewalks in south Oak- ville came third. "Thanks so much to ev- erybody for your great ide- as," said Burton. "If we're lucky in Oak- ville you will all stay and be our future council. Thank you very much for your participation. You guys are great." Bronwyn said her expe- rience with Bring it to Council was an enjoyable one. "I'm really happy and re- ally excited I got to do it," she said. NEWS lContinued from page 45 Plastic straw ban popular Students from local independent schools participate in Bring it to Council May 4. Shari Nelson photo