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continued from p.6 Doel called the Green Party the party of Canada's future and said Oakville residents should have the chance to vote for it in this election. He decried what he called the more Americanized political climate developing in Canada. If elected, Doel said he would work to repeal Bill C-51, Canada's controversial anti-terrorism legislation. Under C-51, encouraging or promoting others to carry out terrorist acts is a criminal offence as is sharing material a judge deems to be terrorist propaganda. The bill also gives police power to preventa- tively arrest more people without a warrant and allows government departments to share the information of a person deemed a threat to national security with other government departments. Doel says the bill goes too far. "It encroaches on our freedoms. It gives disruptive powers to our agencies and undermines our ability as Canadians to think and act freely knowing there is that kind of oversight happening," he said. "It makes people hold back and not be themselves or speak out against authority if they see anything unjust." Doel said the plight of youth in this country David Doel, Green -- Oakville is another important issue. He said he would work to help Canada's young people succeed by abolishing tuition fees and eliminating student loan debt. "We see other countries, especially in Europe, that have free post-secondary education and it works for them," said Doel. "I think it only makes sense to look outside our own country and see what policies work elsewhere and see how we can bring that to Canada." The legalization of marijuana and the treatment of drug addiction as a health issue are other areas about which Doel is passionate. "It doesn't make sense to continue treating marijuana as this serious drug when we all know drinking is worse and many other things that are legal are worse," said Doel. He said legalizing the drug would take funds and power away from criminals and place it in the hands of the government. Doel said he is a graduate of both Sheridan and Loyalist colleges. His previous work experience includes time spent as a video editor for CTV News. For more information, contact Doel on Twitter at @daviddoel and @GPCOakville. 25 | Thursday, September 24, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com 10%off All you can EAt Buffet (Lunch or Dinner Tues - Fri) staurant Sweets & Re halton.ca 311 at E n a C u o Y ll A n ia r a t e g e V % 100 ffEt u B a Weekday s o m Sa SpeCiaL LUNCH $1099 Attention: Creative sector, business owners and individuals! Annual Bridges to Better Business Event Business of Art and the Art of Business will feature learning sessions for entrepreneurs in the creative industry. The event will include a symposium of three keynote speakers, two local spotlight speakers and will provide attendees with an opportunity to network with others in the creative sector. 2 /$1 DiNNeR $1199 From 11am-3pm From 5pm-9pm 2345 Trafalgar Road · 905-257-0808 JUNIOR (3YR - 11YR) $8.99 Kids (2YR & Under) $ Free CONTRIBUTE The Ontario Health Study is coming to Oakville! If you are between ages 35 and 69, please consider giving a small amount of your time and a blood sample to help researchers understand the causes of cancer and other chronic diseases. Date: Time: Cost: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 7:30 a.m. ­ 12:00 p.m. $30 per person Location: Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre 2302 Bridge Road, Oakville To register: Visit halton.ca/artofbusiness or dial 311 (Toll free 1-866-442-5866) Registration deadline: Thursday, October 8, 2015 TO A HEALTHIER FUTURE Keynote Speakers Wayne DeAdder, Professional Musician Monica Graves, Jewelry Designer Krista Blondin, Singer/Event Entertainer Local spotlight Speakers Lisa Penny, Glass Artist Aleksandra Lason, Media Producer Additional presentations by: Janice Lambrakos, Ontario Arts Council Alexis Black, Canadian Intellectual Property Office For event details and who should attend, visit halton.ca/artofbusiness. OntarioHealthStudy.ca/Oakville For more information visit our website, call us at 1-866-606-0686 or send an email to info@ontariohealthstudy.ca © Ontario Health Study, 2015 Oakville Study Centre: Oakville Town Hall, Palermo Room, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville Hours of Operation: Monday, September 28, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 29, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, September 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, October 1, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A bountiful harvest of events in Halton this fall Halton has two exciting signature events this fall to celebrate the harvest and support our rich agricultural community. Happening now, residents and visitors are taking a self-guided tour on the Pumpkin Trail. Visit halton.ca/pumpkintrail for an online map or dial 311 for a paper copy. Present your map and voucher for special offerings. On October 4, come out to the third Annual Harvest Halton in Milton. This farm-to-chef culinary experience brings Halton's finest restaurants and local farmers together ­ it's the premier fall event you won't want to miss! To find out more details or get tickets, visit halton.ca/harvest. Meetings at Halton Region, 1151 Bronte Rd., Oakville, L6M 3L1 Visit halton.ca/meetings for full schedule. Oct. 6 Oct. 7 Oct. 7 9:30 a.m. Health & Social Services Cttee. 9:30 a.m. Planning & Public Works Cttee. 1:30 p.m. Admin & Finance Cttee. Oct. 12 Offices closed for Thanksgiving Oct. 14 9:30 a.m. Regional Council 240915 Gary Carr Regional Chair Ontario On Health Study Étude Ét sur la santéOntario Stay Connected Please contact us as soon as possible if you have any accessibility needs at Halton Region events or meetings.