continued from p.8 Ford of Canada not a fan of TPP Agreement During the evening, the Oakville resident also weighed in on the recently signed Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement, which her company currently opposes. She said some of the countries involved, such as Japan and South Korea, are closed markets, meaning that while these countries can sell their vehicles in Canada, Canada cannot sell vehicles there. The major sticking point, however, is tariff reductions. "We have said we would support TPP if they got the tariff reductions the same as the U.S. The Canadian negotiators negotiated a five-year tariff phase-out. The U.S. negotiators negotiated a 25-year tariff phase out," said Craig. "So we're not even competitive with the U.S. That was a big miss for us. We also really need currency manipulation as part of these trade agreements because you can have a really good agreement and if there is currency manipulation going on, all it does is undermine what you are trying to do." Craig congratulated the chamber's new chair Caroline Hughes, who is vice-president of Government Relations with Ford Canada. She takes over from Kerry Colbornefounder of Force 10 Capital Management Inc., completed a two-year term as chair of the Oakville Chamber. For related story, see p.12 11 | Friday, September 30, 2016 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com "We still have a lot to work through. There's regulation issues, there's insurance issues," said Craig. "Obviously we have to make sure we get this right. Our goal at Ford will be to remove any human error possible." Action long overdue continued from p.10 "We're requesting the government to establish a Kindergarten to Grade 12 educational system that begins to create a totally different narrative (on Aboriginals)," said Ardell. At Tuesday's vigil, WHAM will be giving Flynn its request for changes to school curriculum on indigenous history, so he can take it to Ontario Education Minister Mitzie Hunter. "If you want to be more mindful about indigenous issues, if you want to know more about murdered or missing Aboriginal women and children, then come to this event and honour them," said Laing. "Listen to the stories and know you're sending a message to all those missing and murdered women that you care." The Sisters In Spirit gathering is Tuesday, Oct. 4 at Towne Square (Lakeshore Road East and George Street) from 5-6 p.m. For information, contact WHAM member Bev Lefrancois at 905-827-8165 or bevlefrancois68@gmail. com. For more news, visit insidehalton.com/oakville-on Birnie CurrentSAFE is in your neighbourhood performing electrical inspections Like your neighbours did and protect your home from an electrical fire. ARE YOU AT RISK? If you own an older home If your home has aluminum wiring If your home's had multiple homeowners and renovations These are the electrical hazards we find in homes like yours: Book a FREE ASSESSMENT Notice of ANNUAL and GENERAL MEETING The Annual and General Meeting of the Oakville Symphony will be on October 24th at 6:45 p.m. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE WARNING SIGNS OF AN ELECTRICAL HAZARD? Lights that flicker or dim Fuses blow / breakers trip Outlets and switches that are warm to the touch Light fixtures crackle or buzz Light bulbs burn out A burning plastic-y smell Iroquois Ridge High School 1123 Glenashton Dr. Oakville We invite you to come and join us in celebrating our accomplishments over the past season. Visit ismyhomesafe.ca or call 1-855-569-1818 CO Book your FREE appointment today and receive a FREE CO alarm, that's a $50 value! Bhandari Family Dentistry returns to Oakville Bring in yOur Family FOr a CheCk-uP at Our new mODern CliniC Dr. Bhandari is an advocate of oral health with 31 years of experience. He and his team pride themselves for their professional and comprehensive approach to dentistry. Dr. Bhandari has proudly worked with a number of celebrities throughout his career, helping them maintain their red carpet worthy smiles! Customer care is our core concern. Whether you're looking for general maintenance, regular check-up treatments or cosmetic dentistry, we can help. Give Dr. Bhandari a call to book your appointment or consultation. Dr. BhanDari welcomes Jody Johnson, his new hygienist. With many years of experience, Jody welcomes new patients. Dr. Vineet BhanDari BSc DIH DDS 905.825.5110 Monday to Friday 7:30 - 5:00. Evening and Saturday appointments available. Palermo Professional Centre 2525 Old Bronte Rd., Suite 470 Oakville (at Dundas Street) · www.bhandaridental.com