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Halton is here for you every day and throughout the holidays

Our team continues to deliver essential services throughout the holiday season. If you need timely support from Halton Region, call 311.

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Check your waste collection schedule Check out the Chair's Corner: Halton is here for you

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Stay on top of your holiday waste schedule

Sign up for free weekly waste reminders by phone or email. You’ll get a heads-up on your next collection day and what goes to the curb before pickup!

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Waste Collection Schedule and Reminders Curbside Collection Program Information

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Summer student positions now posted

Calling all post-secondary students! Build valuable skills, grow your network, and kick-start your career. Check out our summer job postings today!

Apply to the Summer Student Program

Watch our summer student video Explore careers at Halton

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Halton Highlights: December 2025

Our December edition of Halton Highlights spotlights Halton’s 2026 Budget, health tips for the winter, essential services this holiday season and more.

Read Halton Highlights: December 2025

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2026 Halton Region Budget and Business Plan

Halton Regional Council has approved our 2026 Budget and Business Plan. This plan supports community priorities and keeps tax, and rate increases as low as possible.

Halton Region Making Critical Community Investments in 2026

Read the 2026 Budget Read the 2026 Capital Report