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SIMCOE, ON, FEB 5, 2008 – People with a vested or professional interest in child literacy are being asked to help plan a major forum slated for Haldimand and Norfolk counties next month. The forum, “Sowing the Seeds, Harvesting Readers,” will take place March 29 at the Greens of Renton and is the latest in […]
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SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 31, 2008 – Car seats and booster seats purchased in the United States are illegal in Canada, warns the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. “With the rise in the Canadian dollar, more Canadians are crossing the border to buy consumer products,” noted Health Promoter Karin Marks, “but car seats and booster seats purchased in […]
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SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 24, 2008 – The Canadian Cancer Society, in collaboration with the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit, is offering smokers a chance to win a 2008 Toyota Prius hybrid car. “To get a chance at winning this energy efficient automobile, smokers must give up smoking for one month,” explained Health Unit Health Promoter Fiaza Siddiqi. […]
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SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 22, 2008 – The Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit is urging residents to make use of two free skating events being held in February in recognition of Heart Month. The free events, sponsored by Health Action and the Ontario Early Years Centres, take place at Simcoe Arena on Sunday, Feb. 3, from 3 to […]
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SIMCOE, ON, JAN. 17, 2008 – If you notice a musty or earthy smell in your home, it could be the result of winter mould, cautions the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit. “Mould found in the home is often a concern in the winter months due to high humidity and poor ventilation,” explained Glen Steen, Healthy Environment […]