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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday February 23, 2008 - 7 Poor struggle for good diet Halton's low-income residents continue to struggle to put healthy food on the table, according to a recent Halton Region health department study. This and other findings of the Nutritious Food Basket survey were presented in a report to the Region's health and social services committee Tuesday morning. The survey measures the cost of an adequate diet against the financial resources of Halton residents who are at a low-income level. The results, combined with income and housing information, demonstrate the challenges these individuals face on a daily basis. For example, the report illustrates the case of a single mother living in the region with a seven-year-old daughter, receiving assistance through Ontario Works. The woman's income would be $1,281.55 per month, and rent would take $869 of that. A nutritious diet for the mother and daughter would cost $248.82, which means only $163.73 would be left to cover everything else like heat, hydro, transportation and clothing. "These families are more likely to pay the rent and necessary bills and have little or no money left for food," a report from Halton Medical Officer of Health Dr. Bob Nosal said. "Clearly, there is a disconnect between what the government provides in benefit rates and the actual cost of eating for good health." The Nutritious Food Basket initiative also showed the average cost for a family of four to have a healthy diet has increased by about five per cent, going from $120.89 per week in 2006 to $127.08 in 2007. The committee went on to support a motion for Regional Chair Gary Carr to write to the Province urging it to speed up the implementation of its Poverty Reduction Strategy. Pud By Steve Nease snease@haltonsearch.com In Timbits Hockey, kids learn that there's more to hockey than just playing the game. It's also a fun way to make new friends and discover a love for the game. Tim Hortons is proud to support over 500 boys and girls who play Timbits Hockey in the Oakville area. The first goal is having fun. © Tim Hortons, 2007 CABINET REFACING With A Lifetime Limited Material Warranty BEFORE We can transform your existing cabinets with new doors and laminate in your choice of style & colour. Select complimentary hardware & have the kitchen of your dreams. AFTER No Payments, No Interest for 6 Months O.A.C. Visit our showroom or call for your FREE In Home Consultation 1313 Speers Road, Oakville · 905-847-8964 Mon. - Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm www.granitetransformations.ca