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Schools taking precautions to keep students safe Continued d from f page 3 constantly scan their properties for sightings to make sure the school area is safe for children. If one (a coyote) is spotted, the children are kept inside," Jewell said. "They are aware of the issue and are taking the appropriate precautions to keep the area, and children, safe." Brenda Dushko of the Oakville and Milton Humane Society said the organization sent animal control officers to the area several times Wednesday after a few reported sightings of a coyote. "We are also sending an officer to the school near the sightings each morning and at dismissal time to monitor the situation," Dushko said. "Our concern, as always, is for the safety of people and their pets and we are committed to providing as much support as possible. As the coyote appears to be healthy, we have also contacted the Ministry of Natural Resources to make them aware of this very unfortunate situation." The Town of Oakville held a seminar last September at which MNR representatives addressed public concerns about the wildlife in neighbourhoods and living with coyotes. The MNR advises people not to feed or approach coyotes, if they encounter one. However, if they do, they are advised to make themselves larger in stature and make noise by jiggling keys or using a loud voice to scare off the wild animal. For more information on the Town's wildlife initiatives, visit www.oakville.ca/wildlife.htm. Meanwhile, O'Neil hopes what has happened to her family's dog will serve as a warning to other residents to keep their pets safe. "No matter what time of day it is, make sure you stay with your pet when you go out for walks or are outside," she said. "My advice is don't leave your pet outside without supervision and carry something that is going to scare them (coyotes) off." Editor's note: For more safety tips, as well as a related story on another coyote attack on a dog, please visit www.oakvillebeaver.com. 7 · Friday, January 13, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com We're putting life-saving AED's in more public places in your community. CHECK OUT THESE SPECIALS: $ EVERY THURSDAY: 2,000 ROLLOVER JACKPOT MUST GO 10 PM OVER $ EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 10 @ $1,000 GAMES 7 PM & 10 PM EVERY SUNDAY: 7 @ 1,000 GAMES 7 PM SESSION $ $ 1 MILLION Meadowvale Sponsors Assoc. Lic. #36-004 & M507567 IN CASH PRIZES EVERY MONTH SUNDAY JANUARY 15TH: 20,000 SUPER SESSION 4 PM www.meadowvalebingo.com Jackpot Hotline: 905 821-7883 2295 Battleford Road, Mississauga, ON THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU PUT YOUR HEART INTO IT.TM www.heartandstroke.ca DISTINCTIVE LIGHTING EUROPEAN SUPPLIERS NOW OPEN! Better than Granite... Granite Transformations 6 MONTHS NO PAYMENTS NO INTEREST O.A.C. DESIGNER DECOR LED LIGHTING With the purchase of cabinetry & countertops from Granite Transformations May not be combined with other off f ers or discounts. Expires January 31, 2012 2 FREE SINK Done in a day. Beautiful for life. Come in to pick up your 10% discount coupon that you could use up to April 1st When you want granite, the choice is clear. Our granite with Forever Seal© offers superior durability and a fast clean installation, usually in a day. Our innovative granite surfaces bond permanently over your existing countertop, wall surround, shower or bath. They're maintenance free, never need sealing and backed by a LIFETIME WARRANTY. Granite Transformations also offers cabinet refacing! For a FREE in-home design consultation and FREE sink offer, call us at: 1.888.232.1363 529 Speers Road, Oakville www.granitetransformations.ca © 2010 Granite Transformations. Some restrictions may apply. Please see store for complete details. 20% OFF ON YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASE GRAND OPENING SALE until Jan 31 Not valid with any other offer. CALL FOR DETAILS: 905-582-8170 432 Kerr Street, Oakville www.lightson.ca · sales@lightson.ca