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8- The Oakville Beaver, Friday August 3, 2007 www.oakvillebeaver.com www.oakvillebeaver.com EVERY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY Starting August 8 "Oakville" at Rebecca & 3rd Line "Bronte" at Lakeshore Rd "Burlington" at Kenwood at Skyway Plaza, Prospect St at Regency, John St at James St FOR RESERVATIONS CALL Taxes included on all trips. Baby boom going on in Halton By Melanie Hennessey SPECIAL TO THE BEAVER * FREE SERVICE To Fallsview Casino *After $10 Casino Rebate T.I.C.O.#50007535 168 CLARENCE ST., PORT COLBORNE, ON, L3K 3G5 1-800-838-1789 When it comes to growth in the number of young children a community has, Halton is No. 1 in Ontario. According to new Census figures released last week, the region has experienced a 17-per-cent jump in its population of children -- newborn to six years -- over the past five years, equating to 5,700plus more youngsters. This is higher than any other census division (geographic areas used by Statistics Canada) in the province and third highest across Canada, said Shelley Lothian, Halton senior research advisor. "This is a big news story, especially when you compare us to the rest of Canada," she said. "There is a significant baby boom going on here." Across the province, the growth rate for those aged newborn to six is actually down three per cent. Lothian said the numbers are also in the negative in many areas across the country, with only eight per cent of the 287 census divisions seeing increases. At the local level, Milton led the pack, both provincially and nationally, amongst municipalities with populations greater than 10,000. The town has seen a whopping 163 per cent increase in its number of newborn to six-year-olds, going from 2,280 in 2001 to 6,005 in 2006. Lothian said the next closest ranking municipality is Okotoks, Alta. with a 62 per cent increase. Okotoks trailed in second place behind Milton as well earlier this year when overall Census community growth rates were first published. Caledonia, Hagersville area, call branch office 905-765-3837. See Kids' page 18 The Regional Municipality of Halton Civic Holiday www.halton.ca BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTRE Waste Collection Notice Please Note Collection Day Changes MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Upcoming Business Seminars and Programs: Starting a Small Business Information Seminar: Wed., Aug. 22 evening session, Mon., Sept. 10 afternoon session and Wed., Sept. 26 evening session. ($20/person) Build Your Business Seminar Series: In partnership with Oakville Public Library, this series will introduce new business owners to the following topics: Thurs., Sept. 13 ­ Networking Know-How Thurs., Oct. 11 ­ Online Resources for Small Business Thurs., Nov. 8 ­ Web Logs: Blogging Basics ($20/person/seminar) Essentials of Entrepreneurship Seminar Series: In partnership with Halton Hills Public Library, this series will offer new business owners information on the following topics: Wed., Sept. 26 ­ Starting a Small Business Wed., Oct. 17 ­ Your Business Plan Made Easy Wed., Nov. 28 ­ Market Research ($20/person/seminar) Starting an Export Business Seminar: In partnership with Burlington Public Library, this seminar is for business owners who are thinking about exporting. The seminar, to be held Wed., Sept. 19, will introduce you to some of the key tools, resources, programs and services available to potential exporters. ($20/person) Management Boot Camp: One-day event on Tues., Oct. 2 featuring Donald Cooper, MBA, is geared to business leaders and managers from small to mediumtemplates from Donald Cooper) 6 7 8 9 10 11 Civic Holiday Due to the Civic Holiday, waste collection services the week of August 6 will take place the day after your regular collection day. Please place your waste at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Please check your 2007 "Curb Appeal" Waste Management Calendar for details in your area or the Region's Waste Management website at www.halton.ca/waste Halton Waste Management Site will be closed on Monday, August 6 Regular Operating Hours Open Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 5400 Regional Road 25, Milton Help Conserve Water and be Water Wise Water is a precious resource that many of us take for granted. In fact, an average Canadian resident uses about 120,000L swimming pools per person! We would like to encourage everyone to be Water Wise and unnecessary water use whenever possible, a little conservation by To learn more about water y contact Halton Region to obtain your complimentary copy of the Household Guide to Water www.halton.ca/waterconservation for additional conservation tips. Gary Carr - Regional Chair Steps to Success Seminar Series: In partnership with Burlington Public Library, this series will offer business owners information on the following topics: Tues., Oct. 2 ­ Starting a Home-based Business Tues., Oct. 16 ­ Getting Started with a Web Site Tues., Oct. 30 ­ Evening of Success: Guest speaker and expert panel discussion ($20/person ­ Oct. 2 and Oct. 16; No fee ­ Oct. 30) Consultant on Site Program: In partnership with Halton Hills Public Library, a business consultant will be available to meet with small business clients at the Georgetown Branch Library on the following dates: Thurs. Sept. 20, Thurs. October 18 and Thurs. Nov. 15. Appointments must be booked in advance. Contact us for more information on these events and how to register. 030807 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1 · Tel: 905-825-6000 · Toll Free: 1-866-4HALTON · TTY: 905-827-9833