MEDIA RELEASE December 15, 2014

Halton Hills Fire Department concludes successful toy drive HALTON HILLS, ON – Thanks to the generosity of Town residents and employees, the Halton Hills Fire Department collected more than 250 toys in just three weeks at the Acton and Georgetown fire stations. Mayor Rick Bonnette was not surprised by the great result. “Our community has repeatedly, and without fail, answered the call. This is just another example of how our community supports those in need. Thank you Halton Hills” Halton Hills Fire Chief Brent Marshall also appreciated the response. “It is truly heartwarming to see the generosity of Town staff and Halton Hills residents. Their kindness will bring much happiness to children this Christmas,” Firefighters will now deliver the toys to the Salvation Army in Georgetown.

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Pictured above (left to right): Colleen Chutko, Andrea Ireland, Fire Fighter Mark Hayward, Fire Fighter Trevor Elinesky, Fire Chief Brent Marshall, Captain Todd McClements and Acting Captain David Bouskill. About the Town of Halton Hills The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval – and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto. The Town is the 2013 recipient of the National Municipal Environmental Award from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators and is ranked as one of the Top 5 small communities in Canada by a national magazine.

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For further information contact: Colleen Chutko Halton Hills Fire Department 905-873-2601 ext. 2108 [email protected]