Halton - Regional government for Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville

Latest news and updates

What's your experience with Child Care in Halton?

We’re updating our Early Learning and Child Care Plan and need your input. Your family's real experiences, challenges and ideas make a difference.

Take the short survey!

Learn more about our Early Learning and Child Care Plan Read our previous 2022-2025 plan

Cover graphic from the proposed 2026 Budget and Business Plan.

Proposed 2026 Halton Region Budget and Business Plan

The draft 2026 Budget and Business Plan will be presented to Regional Council on December 3 and considered for approval on December 10. Read how our proposed budget keeps Regional tax and rate increases as low as possible while investing in what matters most to our community!

Read the public notice

Learn about the annual Budget and Business Plan

Blue Box Program Transitioning January 1, 2026 

Halton’s Blue Box recycling program will soon be managed by Circular Materials Ontario. Learn what this means for you.

Read the Media Release: Halton Region Blue Box Program Transitioning to Circular Materials

Learn more about the changes

A drone photo of an example wastewater pumping facility.

Share your input!

We’re planning a new wastewater pumping station on Lower Base Line Road. Take our survey by December 15.

Learn about the Lower Base Line Pumping Station Study

Take our survey by December 15 Visit the Lower Base Line Pumping Station Project page

The cover of the Halton Region Community Investment Fund Impact Report.

Building a Safer Community

In 2025, we invested $5.2 million through the Halton Region Community Investment Fund, supporting a wide range of health and social service programs that empower residents and improve well-being across the region.

Read the Chair's Corner: Investing in Safety and Well-Being across Halton

Watch our HRCIF video Learn about HRCIF

We want to hear from you!

To support growth into 2031, we’re planning upgrades to the Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant in Oakville. Take our survey by December 5.

Review the Mid-Halton Waterwater Treatment Plant study findings

Take our survey by December 5 Visit the Mid-Halton Waterwater Treatment Plant Upgrades project page

Did your child receive a vaccine? Update their records today!

By getting your child vaccinated, you’re keeping them, your family, and our community safe.

Check and update immunization records

Learn more about vaccines for school

Do you know or suspect someone is experiencing homelessness?

Support is available including emergency shelters and support finding more permanent housing.

Learn more about services and support

Connect with our outreach team Learn more about our housing services

A mother holding her baby with the words "give them the best possible defense against RSV."

Getting immunized is one of the best ways to protect your baby from RSV

Get more RSV information from Halton Region Public Health or talk to your healthcare provider to find the best protection for your baby.

Learn about RSV and options for your baby

A happy senior reclining in a chair as her dentist prepares to check her teeth.

Paying for dental care shouldn't feel like pulling teeth.

We can help connect seniors to dentists across our community for free essential dental care.

Learn more about the program

Apply or help a senior apply today

Newsroom

News

December 3, 2025

Halton Region donates two decommissioned SUVs to St. John Ambulance

OAKVILLE: Halton Region donates two retired Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to St. John Ambulance Canada’s Halton Branch, boosting medical support at local events and improving community safety and emergency response.