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in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, D ec em be r 5, 20 19 | 40 HaltonHighlights December2019 This page has been donated by this newspaper to communicate important information to Halton residents at no cost to taxpayers. Keeping you informed by highlighting what makes Halton a great place to live. Gary Carr, Regional Chair Meetings at Halton Region 1151 Bronte Rd., Oakville, L6M 3L1 Visit halton.ca for full schedule. December 11 9:30 a.m. Regional Council Please contact us as soon as possible if you have any accessibility needs at Halton Region events or meetings. Helpful tips tomake your holidaymore sustainable By working together, even small actions to reduce community waste can make a big difference in protecting the natural environment. We have some tips to limit your waste this holiday season: • Find alternatives to gift wrap, such as newspapers or cookie tins. • Reuse wrapping paper, gift bags and bows. • Bring reusable bags when doing your holiday shopping. • Place tissue paper, free of tape and glitter, in the Green Cart. • Use the Green Cart for all food waste and paper products. • Donate items like clothing, toys and books in good condition to the Reuse Depot located at the Halton Waste Management Site to support local charities. To learn more about our waste programs, find more tips or sign up to receive weekly collection reminders, please visit halton.ca/waste or download the OneHalton app. Three steps to be prepared for winter emergencies Being prepared can help you protect yourself, your family and your home from severe weather and other emergencies. Ensure you are ready for winter by following these three easy steps: 1. Know the risks--be aware of weather conditions and potential hazards (such as snow and ice) that could lead to an emergency in your community. 2. Make a plan--know how you and your household would evacuate, communicate and stay safe during a winter emergency. 3. Get a kit--get or make emergency kits for your home and car containing essential supplies that will keep you, your family and pets healthy if you lose access to power or running water. To learn more about the steps you can take to be prepared this season, including additional precautions for residents of high-rise buildings and how to stay safe during an evacuation, please visit halton.ca. Stay safe and healthy this holiday season There are many things you can do to stay safe and healthy over the holidays whether you are at home or work, on the road or visiting family and friends. 12 05 19 • Arrange for a designated driver, use public transit or a ride-sharing service to get home safely. If you think you see an impaired driver, call 911 immediately. • Practise these four food safety tips while preparing food: clean, cook, separate and chill. • Sign up for our email alerts to stay informed about extreme cold temperatures in Halton. • Protect yourself from the flu by getting the flu shot from your family doctor, local pharmacy or walk-in clinic. For more tips and information to protect your health, visit halton.ca.