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19 | Thursday, September 10, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com Special Waste Drop-off Day To make the recycling of household hazardous waste and electronic waste more convenient for residents, Halton Region holds Special Waste Drop-off Days throughout the year. Special Waste Drop-off Days are for Halton residents only. No commercial waste. Halton Small Business Centre Business of Art and the Art of Business Join the Halton Region Small Business Centre for a unique educational and networking event that will feature learning sessions targeted to the creative industries. The event will provide participants with an opportunity to connect with other people in the creative sector and be inspired. There will be a symposium of three keynote speakers as well as two local spotlight speakers and opportunities to network. Register early to avoid disappointment! Date Saturday, September 19, 2015 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location Sheridan College 1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville (main entrance) Wednesday, October 14, 2015 Queen Elizabeth Park, 2302 Bridge Road, Oakville 7:30 am ­ 12:00 p.m. · $30.00/person Upcoming business seminars and programs Marketing ­ Research and Cost Effective Ideas: Identify why and how conducting market research can impact your business success and learn some cost effective ideas to market your business. Wednesday, September 23 Halton Hills Public Library, Georgetown Branch 6:30 ­ 8:30 p.m. · $25/person First Steps in Exporting: Understand the resources, programs and services available to potential exporters including export readiness, market research, export planning and practical issues. Wednesday, September 30 Halton Regional Administration Building 6:30 ­ 8:30 p.m. · $25/person Starting a Small Business Seminar: A general overview of the things you will need to consider, along with the resources to help you succeed. Covers structure, registrations, regulations, licences, taxes and financing options. Wednesday, October 7 Milton Public Library ­ Main Library 6:30 ­ 8:30 p.m. · $25/person Getting Started Information Session: A one-hour overview of all the rules and regulations you need to know if you are starting a business in Halton. Staff will guide you through a checklist for starting a new business. The sessions are casual, informative small groups of five or less. Every Tuesday · 9 ­ 10 a.m. Halton Regional Administration Building Small Business Centre Free - registration required Starter Company Program ­ General Information Session: A one-hour overview of the Starter Company program, including a review of the application process and eligibility criteria. Starter Company is an entrepreneurship program geared to help youth between the ages of 18 and 29 start a small business by providing training and business skills development, mentorship and guidance from local business professionals. The program also provides an opportunity to apply for a micro-grant of up to $5,000 to help kick-start a new business, expand an existing business or buy a business. First and third Tuesday each month in 2015 10 ­ 11 a.m. Halton Regional Administration Building Small Business Centre Free ­ registration required Futurpreneur Canada ­ General Information Session: A one-hour overview of the Futurpreneur Canada financing program, including a review of the application process and evaluation and eligibility criteria. Futurpreneur Canada provides financing based on character and a great business plan of up to $15,000 for young entrepreneurs between 18 and 39 years of age who are looking to start their own full-time small business. First and third Tuesday each month in 2015 11 a.m. ­ 12 p.m. Halton Regional Administration Building Small Business Centre Free - registration required Registration and pre-payment for all seminars is required as seating is limited. Halton residents may drop off the following household materials free of charge: Household hazardous waste Electronic waste 3Acceptable materials · acids (rust remover) · aerosol cans (full or partially full) · automotive liquids (antifreeze, motor oil and filters) 3Acceptable materials · · · · · · · · · · · computers stereos phones TVs VCRs DVD players computer monitors printers cell phones cameras computer batteries batteries (household & car) bleach cosmetics & pharmaceuticals fluorescent lights (compact bulbs & tubes) fertilizers fuels (must leave container) garden chemicals household cleaners medications mercury containing devices paint (full or partially full) pesticides pool chemicals propane tanks & other pressurized containers · solvents · stains · varsol · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7 Unacceptable materials · appliances · vacuums · scrap metal 7 Other unacceptable materials · Commercial waste, tires, reuse materials (clothing, etc.), and scrap metal. If you are unsure whether an item will be accepted at a Special Waste Drop-off Day, contact Halton Region by dialing 311. Visit halton.ca/hhw for information about year round drop off options for household hazardous waste. Visit halton.ca/ewaste for information about year round drop off options for electronic waste. 7 Unacceptable materials · needles, syringes and lancets · asbestos · commercial and industrial hazardous waste · PCBs · radioactive waste · bio-medical waste · explosives and ammunition Join our online community. Get connected. For more information on these events including registration details, visit haltonsmallbusiness.ca or dial 311. Reaching Out and Saving Lives' theme for World Suicide Prevention Day Often, those who struggle with mental health do not seek help for fear of what others may think or say. The biggest barrier to getting help can be opening up and talking to someone. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day 2015 on September 10 is `Reaching Out and Saving Lives'. Showing care and concern for someone who may be at risk for suicide can make a big impact. Visit halton.ca/mentalhealth to access information, programs and resources on a variety of mental health topics provided by the Halton Region Health Department. Gary Carr Regional Chair Please contact us as soon as possible if you have any accessibility needs at Halton Region events or meetings. 100915