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The IFP - Halton Hills | Thursday, March 24, 2022 | 12 theifp.ca By Cory Soal RH.A.D. COUNSELLING THE NEW HEARING AID USER The following few tips, if followed correctly, will prolong the benefits and enjoyment of better hearing: Do not get the hearing aid wet Do not leave the instrument where it is too hot or cold © Try not to drop the hearing aid Do not spray cleaning solution or hair spray on the instrument Keep the instrument and batteries out of the reach of small children and especially pets If any of the above problems do occur, please don't hesitate to call. The Georgetown HEARING CLINIC re ut your hearin. Professional Arts Building 99 Sinclair Ave., Suite 210, Georgetown 905- 8373-664 42 Halton Hills 1992 COUNCIL REGIONAL COUNCIL TAKING STEPS TO COMBAT ISLAMOPHOBIA MELANIE HENNESSEY mhennessey@ metroland.com Halton is sending o message that hate has, ‘a place in the region. During their most recent meeting, regional council- lors passed a motion that supports — in principle—a series of recommendations prepared by the National Council of Canadian Mus- lims that would help ad- dress Islamophobia at a mu- lL. nicipal level. The resolution directs and inclusion work and how they can be implemented lo- cally. “Islamophobia is in Hal- ton, make no mistake. Let's City of Bunton Photo Vigils were held throughout Halton last summer in memory the Muslim family killed in a targeted attack in London. do something about it," said Burlington Coun. Rory Ni- san, who brought the mo- tion forthwith Milton Coun. Zeeshan Hamid. "The goal is to be hate-free in Halton.” He told council about an incident experienced by a ‘ “Give Where You Live” the “Give Where You Live’ Cancer ALTON HILLS Please help us to continue to provide our vital services to those dealing with a cancer ciara inthe community of Hatton Hills. You can donate in a number of ways; * Online ‘single’ or ‘monthly’ donations through our website at www.cancerassistance.org/donate/ * Mail a cheque to the CAShh office. help through your * Donation drop off at the CAShh Office Mailbox (contact the office for location). Did you know? © CAShh provides and practical h port to our clients. ‘* We do not receive any government funding nor are we associated with any cancer organization. * We rely on our April Campaign to generate a large portion of our income for the year. a hijab in | Burlington's Spencer Smith Park last summer, where she was met with aggressive behaviour and hateful lan- guage from a man after she expressed concern about his dog's threatening actions while off-leash. Fellow Burlington Coun. f VIRTU, RDENING WORKSHO Create a Healthy Yard this Spring Lisa Kearns said she knows where we experience this or observe it, we have to take a stand, and we can not turn the other way," she said. motion goes on to urge the Federation of Cana- dian Municipalities (FCM) + Condemn hate and rac- ism in all forms, including Islamophobia . “Endorse the municipal endations from the National Council of Canadi- an Muslims + Call on the federal gov- ernment to consult munici- palities to establish an office e special representative to address Islamophobia. FCM has established a standing committee on anti- racism and equity to help guide municipalities on the topic. Nisan has served on the FCM board of directors further details, visit https://bit.ly/3JXtKbn. Join us online April 6, 13, 20 & 27 for a series of virtual gardening workshops. Each workshop will help homeowners, learn about Thank you to all of d Hills, We cannot do what we do without you! DONATE TODAY In the community of Halton eco-landscaping, plant selection and more. Allow our experts to help you enhance your home's curb appeal in an environmentally friendly way without breaking the bank. > GIVEAWAYS with each Workshop! www.cancerassistance.org 222 Mountainview Road North, Georgetown, ON L7G 3R2 Phone 905-702-8886 Email: helphope@cancerassistance.org Charitable Org #898404918 RROOO1 $8/workshop. Registration required. REGISTER TODAY! conser Conservation Halton