12 - The Oakville Beaver, F rida y M a rc h 8, 2002 G > 845-6601 O A K V ILLE < * » > YQUCANMAiOCAMFmBWriC Technology to aid learning disabled The launch of a new Internet-based "virtual service" will give individuals with learn ing disabilities, parents and educators in the region of Halton a powerful new tool to deal with learning disabilities and provide an exciting focus for Learning Disabilities executive director of the LDAH. "Anyone with Internet access can now join the Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) and our local chapter and access a wide range of resources and information quickly and efficiently -- any time, anywhere." The new on line service was developed by the LDAO and will provide a host of information, serv W ould You Like to Participate ices and resources in the for individuals Future o f Your Local C om m unity Hospital? with learning dis The Credit Valley Hospital Board o f Governors is pleased to accept applications for the positii ;ition of: abilities and par ORS BOARD MEMBER. TH E CREDIT VALLEY HOSPITAL BOARD OF GOVERNOR ents as well as As a volunteer Board Member you will actively participate in the hospitals governance which involves educators and setting the direction and policy and approving the programs and services for The Credit Valley Hospital. other profession This challenging mandate requires an individual with the energy, time and commitment to serve on this Board als who deal with as a representative of the community. learning disabili This is a particularly exciting time at The Credit Valley Hospital as the hospital is embarking on a ties. $300+ million development project to be able to continue to meet the future needs of the community. Services Successful candidates will have skills in at least one of the following: strategic planning, business, finance, (including new leadership and particularly a strong and sincere desire to serve the community in a volunteer capacity. French language Candidates interested in this important mandate are invited to forward a statement o f interest services) will and Curriculum Vitae by March 22,2002 to: include chat Mr. D. Wayne Fyffe rooms, bulletin Secretary to the Board of Governors The Credit Valley Hospital boards, on-line 2200 Eglinton Avenue West advocacy and Mississauga, O N L5M 2 N 1 self-advocacy Candidates are nominated in accordance with the hospital by-laws and elected by the members at the Annual course, video and General Meeting to be held in June 2002. print library access, download able written resources, and on line access to expert advice. "It's important that individuals with learning dis abilities and par ents have access to resources that allow them to advocate for the services and pro grams they need. That's what bur theme for the awareness month, "Get Connected!', aims to promote -- connecting learning disabled individuals to the tools they need to reach their full learning poten tial" said Holden. The virtual service will be *When you buy a new Beachcomber Hot Tub, accessible at the you can get the Beachcomber ProtecTM Construction LDAO's Web site at Option including 7 extra benefits - whole package www.ldao.on.ca worth over $1,700 for only $378. and requires . membership in ~Hot Tubs from $3,995 or $99 per month. the LDAO and ·· Payment of approximately $99 per month includes complete delivery, set up and the LDAH. education, and applicable sales tax. Financing offered through Laurentian Bank Throughout over 60 months at 7.9%. OAC. Financing plan ppen to pay. this month the LDAH will be promoting its services to BEACHCOMBER Hot Tubs & Spas adults and youths with O A K V IL L E learning disabil 510 Speers Road Q w ie J lw n e a n d R e la x , u u th G a n ie ^ between 4th Line & Dorval ities as well as 9 0 5 -8 4 7 -8 5 5 1 to parents and Hours: Mon. to Fri. 10am-6pm professionals Sat. 10am-5pm / Sun. 11 am-4pm who work with Franchise opportunities available, call 1-800-337-6635 w w w .beachcom berhottubs.com the learning dis abled in our HOT TUB · G A S GRILL · PATIO · POOL community. Awareness Month this March, says the Learning Disabilities Association of Halton (LDAH). "Learning disabilities know no boundaries. That's why we need to help individuals in our community access the tools they need to reach their full learning potential," said Heather Holden, Oakville Town Council invites yon to volunteer your «Mli« to aniit it in its decisionmaking. Every year, Council appoints citizens of Oakville to various committees, boards and authorities that make recommendations on issues effecting Oakville. If you apply, you could be selected to share your ideas on matters like heritage buildings, public facilities, or community services. It it Town policy that a citizen can only terre on one committee at a time. I f you apply and are accepted to terve on a tecond committee, you mtut resign from the committee you a n currendy serving on. WHO IS ELIGIBLE? All Oakville residents are invited to get involved To reflect the diverse nature of the Town's population, we encourage men, women, people with disabilities, native peoples, and racial and ethnic minorities to participate. HOWTO APPLY Anyone interested in applying, other than incumbents, must do the following: Fill out an application form and return it to the Town Clerk's Department or Oakville Municipal Offices, 1225 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, he March IS. 2002. On line at www.town.oakviUe.on.ca SELECTION PROCESS Ibwn Council will appoint qualified candidates for the positions based on the recom mendations of the Administrative Services Committee. All appointments are for a three-year term unless otherwise stated REMEMBER Only RESIDENTS of the Town of Oakville are eligible. QUESTIONS? For more information, call Diana Lecinski @845-6601, ext 3136, or e-mail at dlednskiOtown.oakville.on.ca. Receipt of application* will he acknowledged after the appointment process has been completed, at which time each applicant will be notified by mail. ADVISORY BOARD, COMMITTEE OR AUTHORITY Parks, Culture & Recreation Advisory Committee Applicants should have a keen interest in parks, recreation and cultural issues. The responsibilities of the Parks, Culture A Recreation Advisory Committee are as follows: · To receive written communications from interested parties, groups, bodies, organizations or individuals on Parks and Recreation matters * To receive all requests, recommendations and communications from the Oakville Minor Sports Council and make appropriate recommendations to Council · To secure dates and receive delegations as needed in order to study and develop recommendations · Where requested by Council, review and/or study requests for changes to level of service or revision of operating policies of the Parks and Recreation Department and to make appropriate recommendations to Council * To review and make comments to Town Council on an annual operating budget and a five year projected capital budget * To perform such other tasks and undertakings as may be necessary to achieve the goals and objectives of the Oakville Parks and Recreation Department These tasks and undertakings may be Initiated upon the direction of the Oakville Town Council NUMBER OF. VACANCIES MEETING SCHEDULE 3 I- Wednesday, monthly, evening beachcomber hot tubs feel good - relax at home OAKVILLE HARBOURS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Applicants may be boaters or non-boaters, active or passive harbour users. The Committee's major responsibilities and functions shall include the following: * To assist in the preparation of master plans for die development and operation of the harbours. * To recommend to Town Council the implementation of each master plan and ensure its purpose and intent are maintained * To report on all matters affecting the harbours, including any matters of redevelop ment or change in use in the harbours. * To formulate and recommend policy on the operations of the harbours. * To establish liaison and communication with harbour users. NUMBER OF VACANCIES MEETING SCHEDULE 4* Wednesday, monthly, evening 1225 TRAFALGAR R O A D · OAKVILLE, O N T A R IO · L6J 5A6 HaltonSearch.CNin ...ju s t ^ c U c J c ^ a x m y ! .A