The Etobicoke Guardian

The Bank of Canada is hosting a hands-on bank note authentication workshop on May 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Bay Room of the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Toronto at 475 Yonge Street.

People wishing to participate in the free workshop are asked to register by calling 1-888-513-8212 no later than May 16.

This great day for the family begins with registration at 10 a.m. and the walk at 11 a.m., rain or shine, with prizes awarded to the three highest pledges. Those walkers who raise more than $100 will receive a free gift. All walkers will get a scarf for their pet, a certificate and a grab bag.

The Memorial Walk will feature dog sports and other demonstrations, Toronto Fire Services, a raffle table, barbecue, an education table, a vet corner, dog adoption table, fun for the kids and a 'loose-leash-walk' seminar by the Swansea Dog Obedience Club.

Registration is $10 per dog for early birds, $15 per dog on-site. To register early, call 416-252-8778 or e-mail 40acrewoods@rogers.com.

The majority of funds raised will go directly to animal care. West Deane Park is located on the west side of Martingrove Rd., south of Eglinton Avenue and north of Rathburn Road.

The fair, organized in partnership with local industry and community colleges, is aimed at raising awareness of the many career choices open to students in the skilled trades.

Guest speakers, including Paul Daly of Divine Design and Lesia Burlack of Foodies television show along with more than two dozen trade representatives, will be on hand to speak with students interested in pursuing workplace or apprenticeships in the trades.

The fair will take place on Thursday, May 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Montecassino Place, 3700 Chesswood Dr. (at Sheppard Avenue West) in Downsview.

According to a recent survey, women are the ones who are environmentally conscious in most households. While men appear willing to leave the TV and radio on in every room, it's the women who are busy turning off lights and hanging clothes out to dry.

Does this sound like your household?

Insidetoronto.com is doing an upcoming website-only feature on the battle of the sexes when it comes to being environmentally friendly and we want Toronto residents to participate.

E-mail your name, complete address and daytime telephone number to letters@insidetoronto.com. Contact information will be forwarded to a freelance writer, who may choose to call those interested in participating.