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The IFP - Halton Hills | Thursday, February 3, 2022 | 16 theifp.ca halton.ca (| 311 REGION me fein ~~ Halton Highlights 3032’ COVID-19 supports and guidance for Halton residents and businesses Halton Region has continued to work around-the-clock to deliver essential services and provide public health response and guidance throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We have : many supports for residents and businesses who need some extra help. Visit halton.ca to find information about: afi@e = support with finding information on how to access local Ga meaningful employment mental health resources and services é financial, social and GU resources and supports to assist community supports business owners Please remember to get COVID-19 information from reliable sources: + For information about where to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Halton, vaccine safety information, frequently asked questions and more, visit halton.ca/COVIDvaccines. + For the latest guidance on symptoms, testing, self-isolation and what to do if you've been exposed, visit halton.ca/COVID19 and ontario.ca/exposed. Thank you for continuing to do your part to protect our community and the health and safety of all Halton residents. Kick-start your career - apply for an internship at Halton Region Halton will begin accepting applications for our annual internship program the week of February 7, 2022! Our one- year paid internships provide meaningful work experience for those starting out in their chosen fields and an opportunity to support the delivery of programs and services to Halton residents and businesses. a Our interns join Halton in June and contribute to service delivery, strategic initiatives and priority assignments related to their fields of study. They also receive coaching and mentorship within their roles while participating in on-the-job learning and professional development. To apply, candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and must have graduated (or will graduate) with a recognized post-secondary degree, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2021 and June 2022. As one of Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2022 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates, Halton Region is a great place to launch a career! To learn more about our team or apply for an internship with us, check out our Careers site by visiting halton.ca. : We all have a role in stopping the spread of COVID-19. Gary Carr, Regional Chair Celebrate Black History Month Every February, we celebrate Black History Month in Halton and across Canada to recognize the many achievements and contributions Black Canadians continue to bring to our communities. Its themed events, festivals, exhibits and more encourage us to acknowledge our history, including the struggles and challenges, and honour the heritage, traditions and cultures of Black Canadians past and present. In addition to its celebration of culture, it serves as an important reminder to continue building an inclusive and equitable society. There are many ways to participate in Black History Month this year, including: + virtual events; + learning about Black History in Halton; + reading educational articles and books; and + watching relevant videos. To learn more and to find additional events locally, visit the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton’s webpage or your local library. To learn more about Black History Month in Canada and the transformative work by Black Canadians, visit canada.ca. Meetings at Halton Region Regional Council meetings are taking place through web conferencing until further notice. Videos will be posted to halton.ca. Visit halton.ca for the full schedule. 020322