www.insideHALTON.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Thursday, April 26, 2012 · 12 On Sunday, May 6, Halton residents will be moving their muscles to make an impact in the fight against muscular dystrophy. The community will be joining together for the annual Halton Region Walk for Muscular Dystrophy to support more than 50,000 children, teens and adults who are affected by neuromuscular disorders in Canada. Leading the Halton Region event will be this year's Walk Ambassador Shanna Bernacki, of Burlington, who knows firsthand how important this community event is to families affected by muscular dystrophy. "It's nice to meet other people taking part Muscles needed for Walk for Muscular Dystrophy in the walk that are going through the same as me and being able to share experiences. It gives me the sense... that I'm not alone," said Bernacki, who was diagnosed with Friedreich's Ataxia (a rare disease affecting the heart and muscles) at the age of nine. Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of progressive muscular disorders that weaken the muscles that control body movement. These disorders can have devastating affects, resulting in the loss of most abilities we take for granted. Over time, many people with neuromuscular disorders are unable to walk, speak or even breathe. For some, the disorder is fatal. The Walk for Muscular Dystrophy is "an opportunity for the community to come together and support those affected by neuromuscular disorders at the local level," said Stacey Lintern, Muscular Dystrophy Canada Ontario executive director. The walk is a fun-filled, fully-accessible event the entire family can enjoy, regardless of fitness level. The event will include activities for kids, food and refreshments, a prize raffle and silent auction, and even a visit from local firefighters. Proceeds from the event support various programs including funding equipment and support services for individuals and families faced with financial hardships, information and advocacy initiatives that highlight the needs of those living with neuromuscular disorders, and fund research to one day find a cure. All of Muscular Dystrophy Canada's programs are made possible by donations. The organization receives less than one per cent in government funding. Festivities will be taking place on Sunday, May 6 at Coronation Park. Participant registration begins at 10 a.m. and the walk, wheel and roll begins at 11 a.m. To take part in the Halton Region Walk for Muscular Dystrophy or for more information, visit www.muscle.ca/walk. TM Reduce Reuse Recycle WHEN YOU ACTIVATE 2 NEW SMARTPHONES ON ANY COUPLES ON A 3-YR. TERM VISIT YOUR LOCAL ROGERS STORE FOR DETAILS. SWITCH TO 1027 Speers Rd Oakville (905) 842-4280 RioCentre Oakville 478 Dundas St. West Oakville 905-337-5919 · Private Lessons · Clinics · Swing Tips CPGA GOLF INSTRUCTION 1330 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W. (1 km W of Ninth Line Oakville) Hours: 9:00am to 9:00pm Monday thru Sunday DRIVING RANGE VALUE CARDS 2 FORE 1 $90 BASKET 10 LARGE BASKETS FOR ONLY NOW AVAILABLE Offer expires June 30, 2012 905-257-6075 Offer only available participating stores until the earlier of May 21, 2012 or while quantities last to: (a) new customers who purchase two new smartphones and activate two new lines with 3-yr term on an eligible multi-line plan; (b) existing customers on an eligible multi-line plan who purchase one new smartphone and activate a new line (i.e. 3rd or subsequent line) with 3-yr term on such plan; (c) existing single line customers who migrate to an eligible multi-line plan with new 3-yr term and purchase one new smartphone and add a new line with 3-yr term on such plan; OR (d) for $149.99 (plus applicable taxes) for new customers who purchase one new smartphone and activate a new line with 3-yr term on an eligible single-line plan. Smartphone Lite devices, customer owned devices and hardware upgrades excluded. Eligible multi-line plans: any Unlimited Couples & Family Voice & Data Plan, Ultimate Unlimited Family Voice & Data Plan or Ultimate Unlimited Family Voice Plan with Data add on. Eligible single-line plans: any voice and data plan. Customers must also complete online submission form at www.rogerspromotion.com/xbox within 30 days of activation. Allow 4-6 weeks from online submission for delivery. Device Savings Recovery Fee, Service Deactivation Fee and/or Early Cancellation Fees (as applicable) will apply. Customers who cancel eligible line(s) within 15 days of activation in accordance with terms of Rogers Wireless Service Agreement rendering such customer no longer eligible will not be shipped the Xbox. Offer subject to change without notice, not redeemable for cash and may not be combined with any other offer. Limit one free/promo priced Xbox per account. See www.rogers.com/xbox for full terms and conditions. © 2012