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While Fare Share's Thanksgiving food drive of cially ended last Sunday, thanks to local schools and groups, donations are still coming in through to Halloween. Because of this outpour to help the less fortunate in the community, the Oakville food bank is extending its drive to Oct. 31 with food donations still be accepted at all local re stations, grocery stores and its 1240 Speers Rd., unit 6, headquarters. "It is important that we ll our warehouse, so we can last through the cold winter months and into the spring," according to Fare Share food bank volunteers. For a list of the most-needed items, visit www. oakvillefoodbank.com. Monetary donations are also accepted as they Fare Share has extended its food drive until Halloween Do you are vital to the food bank's existence, according to Fare Share organizers. Donations are used to buy perishable food items, such as chicken, ground beef, ham, sh, cheese and fresh and frozen vegetables and fruit. As well, a large portion of the money pays for vouchers provided to families with children to use at local supermarkets for items, such as milk and eggs. Fare Share is a registered charity and can issue tax receipts for donations. The food bank is open to its clients on Mondays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Thursdays, 3-7 p.m. All clients are initially interviewed to ensure they qualify and then regularly to determine if their circumstances have changed. 17 | Thursday, October 22, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com know someone with a passion for helping others? Nominate someone in Oakville who has demonstrated the values of PEACE : Participation ­ encourages others to get involved in community-building activities Empathy ­ listens and understands diverse perspectives to create a sense of belonging Nominations due Sunday, October 25! Have Us Clear Your Drive Going South? Call Storybook to assess your Trees Today 905-491-6860 Advocacy ­ makes the case for positive change in the community Community ­ builds and strengthens community connections Empowerment ­ inspires others to foster peace Recipients will receive $500 for their charitable work, along with a YMCA Peace Medallion at the YMCA Community Breakfast for Peace on November 19, 2015. Leaky Basement? Call Us! · Crack Injection Repair Specialist · Wise Dry Interior Drain Systems · Lifetime Fully Transferrable Warranty · Sump Pump Renewal Installations Call Us... 905-510-9739 Professional, Cost Effective Solutions for Wet wayne@wisecracks.com Basements w w w. H a l t o n Wi s e C ra c k s. co m Full details and nomination form at www.ymcaofoakville.org ymcaofoakville.org