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_/ qgFROMINENT WOMEN _$% /4 ilIn > Dr. Simpson obtained an honours Bachelor of Science degree in microbiolâ€" ogy and a Masters of Science degree in molecular genetics from the University of Toronto. She then attended Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, where she received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree. In 1990, Dr. Simpson founded Nottinghill Place Chiropractic Clinic, a family practice designed to meet the needs of the Oakville community. Techniques are custom tailored for each individual, whether that person is an athlete, a labourer, office worker or an infant. Dr. Simpson strives to improve and update her knowledge in the field of chiropractic, attending numerous postâ€" graduate courses across North America. She is affiliated with the Mississaugaâ€"Oakville Chiropractic Society, the Ontario Chiropractic Association, Parker Research Foundation and Singer Consultants. Nottinghill Place Chiropractic Clinic 1131 Nottinghill Gate, Suite 205, (905)827â€"4197 Dr. Joâ€"Ann McKinnon is the owner and veterinarian practicing at Dorval Animal Services. Dr. McKinnon graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1983, and has worked in private practice serving the communities in the area since that time. She is a member in good standing in the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, Society of Ontario Veterinarians, College of Veterinarians of Ontario and the Royal College of Veterinary Services U.K. Through Dorval Animal Services, Dr. McKinnon provides all veterinary services for our companion animals including: vaccinations, medical diagnosis, surgery, heartworm testing, boarding, etc. For regular clientele, there is a 24 hour emergency veterinarian on call. Dorval Animal Clinic (Oakville Town Centre II) Tel. 338â€"7387 An artist for two decades, Leslea Shaubâ€"Mehitretter worked in design and illustration for six years before startâ€" ing Art Etc. in 1993. She offers charcoal renderings and paintings of homes, portraits and other subjects, as well as illustrations for commercial purposes, and nonâ€"commission portraits for organizations and special projects. Leslea also reproduces artwork based on favorite photographs, and will come to your home to photograph family members, or the home itself, and specializes in nonâ€"traditional portraits. A member of the Oakville Art Society and Oakville Art Council, she looks forward to teaching drawing fundamenâ€" tals through Appleby College this fall. Susan‘s varied and interesting resume includes a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering. To enhance her career, she earned her Chartered Accountant designation in 1982, and held senior positions with prestigious public accounting and management consulting firms before hanging out her shingle in Oakville two and a half years ago. Within her thriving business, Susan specializes in EFILE and personâ€" al income tax consultation, financial planning, corporate tax work for small and medium sized businesses. She supports several local charities, and teaches classes in Advanced Accounting and Auditing at Sheridan College. Giselle Muretich is senior cruise consultant at Cruise Holidays, and has been on 23 cruises, so she‘s well informed about her subject. Drawing on 22 years in the travel business, she‘ll help you choose the cruise that‘s right for you, with an individual or group focus. After founding and operating Simpsons Travel at Oakville Place between 1981 and 1986, Giselle is happy to be back in Oakville following several years in Switzerland. "Right now, we‘re taking bookings for a marvellous group cruise â€" Down Memory Lane â€" featuring June Sonin of CHWO 1250 radio, ten days,in the south Caribbean, leaving November 25." Maureen Hetherington manages Cellular Centre,. a Bell Mobility Cellular Approved Agent offering cellular phone sales and serâ€" vice, and electronic equipment repairs. "Many women are takâ€" ing"advantage of the convenience and security of cellular phones, especially those who travel alone at night," she says. "My satisfaction is being able to stock a competitive range of cellular products, services and accessories to help consumers utilize the many benefits." Maureen says she is proud to be "Oakville‘s cellular price leader." CeIIuIar Centre 1027 peers Road, #22 (905)338-3655 ad10, on aays,in the south Caribbean, leaving November 20. - w m 635 Fourth Line 338â€"2077 SUSAN DIANE BROWN, B.A. Sc., C.A. A Aook at the "Leading Ladics" in Oakville Eusiness 128 Chisholm Street, Tel. 844â€"1760 2353 Springfield Cr., Tel. 829â€"2796 LESLEA SHAUBâ€"MEHLTRETTER MAUREEN HETHERINGTON DR. JOâ€"ANN MeKINNON HEATHER‘ S 635 Fourth Line 842â€"8650 TRAVEL HOUSE The owner of Heather‘s Travel House, Heather Kerby feels "the most important thing is service." A full service operaâ€" tion which has served Oakville residents for a decade, Heather‘s Travel House has come to signify quality and reliability, two essential elements of a successful travel business. All the crucial details are taken care of here â€" rail tickets, insurance, motor coach reservations and holiday packages to hotel and airline reservations and car rentals. Husband Bob Kerby owns Cruise Holidays, enabling the couâ€" ple to satisfy every travel scenario with a minimum of fuss. Frog‘s Hollow Interiors is the creation of interior decorator Carolee Wynia, whose exquisite taste and eye for the unique have attracted many customers in the three weeks the shop has been open. Already, she has had many favorable comâ€" ments from customers excited about the unique array of gifts, garden accents and hand crafted wrought iron furniture. Unusual clay pots, planters, birdbaths, whimsical cement lawn omaments and hanging baskets are wonderful additions to your exterior landscape. Carolee also continues to offer silk floral arrangement and interior design services, which she started to offer from home four years ago. Her works can be seen in three homes on the Oakville House and Garden Tour, June 4. Drop by during her Grand Opening this weekend. Sandi Donnelly knows firsthand that trying to lose weight can be very frustrating. The owner of Beverly Hills Weight Loss Clinic admits to losing "thousands of pounds" over the years, having always struggled with her weight. After finally discovering a new, effective weight loss program that really worked, she decided to buy the company. Since February, she has helped many clients share her weight loss success. Beverly Hills stresses H[V[HW HIHS intensive one on one counselling as well as nutritional guidance. AlaghtL oss Clini Trafaigar Village 125 Cross Ave., Tel. 338â€"7193 Massage therapy has significant physiological effects on the circulatory, muscular and lymphatic systems in the management of soft tissue problems and pain control. Massage is effective in the treatment of migraine headaches, back and neck pain, strains, sprains, and musâ€" cle spasms. It is recommended for chronic stress and tenâ€" sion release, as well as general relaxation. Massage theraâ€" py is a regulated profession appointed by the Ministry of Health. This dynamic lifelong Oakville resident is well known in her capacâ€" ity as an associate broker at Re/Max aboutowne Realty Corp. As a real estate professional, Ruth Anne ranks among the top proâ€" ducers in Canada. A passionate community supporter, this mothâ€" er of five has spearheaded personal fundraising drives for Canine Vision Canada. She is also an active member of the Board of Directors of Oakvilleâ€"Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, and is this year‘s coâ€"chair for the capital fundraising campaign. A former graduate nurse, Ruth Anne also lends her medical experience to many of the OTMH‘s standing committees. Nottinghill Place Chiropractic Clinic 1131 Nottinghill Gate, Suite 205, (905)827â€"4197 67 Lakeshore Road West 338â€"9000 151 Lakeshore Road West, Tel. 844â€"3039 LINDA AND KIM JENSEN Mother and daughter team Linda and Kim Jensen of The Paper Factory offer a oneâ€"stop shoppin experience for all your party needs â€" ballons for all occasions, wedding invitations, theme items, colorâ€" coâ€"ordinated tableware, and everything else you need to have a great party. Weddings receive a significant portion of the enthuâ€" siastic personal service from mother and daughter. Still parâ€" tying on in their fourth year of business! Stop in soon! 568 Kerr Street, Tel. 842â€"6960 The Paper Factory