311. One Call Does it All.

What is 311?
311 is an easy-to-remember, three-digit, non-emergency telephone number that offers a single window of direct access to Halton government services.
311 provides free, multilingual assistance to anyone calling from within Halton.
It allows citizens to request a service or receive general information.

Whose services can I access by dialing 311?
Halton Region
City of Burlington
Town of Halton Hills
Town of Milton
Town of Oakville
Halton District School Board
Halton Catholic District School Board
Halton Regional Police Service (non-emergency calls)

What are some examples of 311 calls?
reports of potholes
questions on site plan applications
location and hours of libraries
requests to register for parks and recreation programs
complaints about parking bylaw infractions
reports of stolen property after an event has occurred
requests to hire police officers for special events
reports of motor vehicle accidents
queries on police security checks
reports of suspected food poisoning
queries about well water
requests to book travel health clinic appointments
reports of dog bites
requests for financial assistance
queries on child development
queries on road construction projects
reports of sewer backup
reports of missed garbage collection
queries on acceptable items for recycling

What are the hours of operation?
You can dial 311 any time and speak to a live person.
Regular business hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
After regular business hours, only those of an urgent nature will be handled.

Oakville Moms Reviews

1. Oakville Moms review: My family and I went to see the Saturday Morning Puppet Show. It was such a delight. Great puppets, beautifully designed set and a talented family. My toddler actually sat through the whole performance, I was very impressed by this!! Both children and parents are in for a treat. Make sure you call to reserve your seats!
   For more information and pictures please visit our website : http://www.freewebs.com/clowns2go
   
   
2. Oakville Moms review: One of the great things about having a second baby is finding new products out there. I was in the market of getting a new tub for my little one since he seemed to cry a lot whenever I would bathe him. Since we've been using Spa Baby tub, my son has not cried once when I bathe him. The Spa Baby tub is light weight, easy to clean and doesn't require lots of water.
   For more information and to see a demo, check it out at http://www.spababytubs.com/
   
   
3. Oakville Moms review: I can't believe I found this product again. I had used California Baby 2 years ago when my first son had eczema. I had gone to a local retail store and stocked up. Then I had gone again last year and I was told they were not carrying it any longer. I couldn't find it anywhere. When I found out about California Baby.ca, I just had to contact them. I am so happy it is available again through their site. I am using now the Super Sensitive shampoo/bodywash and the Super Sensitive Everyday lotion with my boys and myself. It is very gentle and it has no fragrance. The lotion is non-greasy and absorbs quickly. If you or your little one have allergies or fragrance intolerance California Baby.ca is an option for you.
   Where to get it: http://www.californiababy.ca/
   
   
4. Oakville Moms review: As soon as I opened the package I was greatly impressed with the record book and document organizer. Well organized, easy to follow, beautifully designed, and the photographs are captivating. Every mom-to-be and new mom should have this and start keeping track of their health and their family. Each section covers an introduction on what you should keep in mind. It gives you the opportunity to write in your own notes. Some sections covered in the record book are Family Health History, Pregnancy & Prenatal Health, the Newborn, Developmental Milestones, Routine Check-Ups, Immunization, Dental and Vision Health, Medical Specialists, Illnesses and Conditions, Diagnostic Tests, and Medication etc. It also gives you a section where you can write in your contact list as well as your insurance information (a great idea).
   The document organizer is a compliment to the record book. Here you can keep track and organize any information that was given to you or that you have researched, such as Medical Specialists, Clinics & Facilities, Education, Receipts and Resources etc. There are also blank dividers and labels so that you can adjust accordlingly to your needs. This organizer will help you keep track of everything and have it all in one place. No more boxes full of papers!
   For every parent that wants to keep track of their child's health and be better prepared when seeing a medical doctor/specialist, have the health & wellness record book at hand. Write in your notes, questions and bring it with you at your next visit. It's a tool that every household should have.
   Where to get it: http://www.healthandwellnessrecord.com/

Earth Hour

It started with a question: How can we inspire people to take action on climate change?
The answer: Ask the people of Sydney to turn off their lights for one hour.
On 31 March 2007, 2.2 million people and 2100 Sydney businesses turned off their lights for one hour - Earth Hour. If the greenhouse reduction achieved in the Sydney CBD during Earth Hour was sustained for a year, it would be equivalent to taking 48,616 cars off the road for a year.
With Sydney icons like the Harbour Bridge and Opera House turning their lights off, and unique events such as weddings by candlelight, the world took notice. Inspired by the collective effort of millions of Sydneysiders, many major global cities are joining Earth Hour in 2008, turning a symbolic event into a global movement.

For more info click on: http://www.earthhour.org/

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter and have a wonderful weekend!