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Honouring the sacrifice of Indigenous Veterans

Flags are at half-mast at Halton Regional facilities for National Indigenous Veterans Day (November 8) to honour the courage and sacrifice of First Nations, Inuit & Métis Veterans. Their service in global conflicts and peacekeeping missions helped protect freedom worldwide.

Read the Chair’s Corner - Halton - Honouring Veterans and Soldiers: A Legacy of Service

Learn more about Indigenous Veterans Read about Indigenous Peoples in Military History

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 study findings

Take our survey by December 5 Visit the project page

Five flags flying at Halton Regional Centre, with the Halton Women's Place flag at the front.

Woman Abuse Prevention Month

To show support for individuals and families in Halton affected by gender-based violence, we’re flying the Halton Women’s Place flag at the Halton Regional Centre throughout November.

Visit Halton Women's Place

Visit Nina’s Place (Joseph Brant Hospital) Visit SAVIS of Halton

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Halton Highlights: October 2025

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on assisted living supports, adult day programs, child care, construction progress at 1258 Rebecca Street and more.

Read Halton Highlights: October 2025

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An aerial view of construction at 1258 Rebecca Street.

Fast-tracking supportive housing for older adults

We’re building it fast! Construction is well underway at 1258 Rebecca Street on 14, one-bedroom, supportive rental housing units for older adults with chronic mobility issues.

Read the Chair Carr’s blog post

Watch the video Learn about shovel-ready projects

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

A residential neighbourhood during heavy rainfall.

Prepare for flood risks from heavy rainfall

Mitigate the risks of basement flooding with a few simple steps and find support through our subsidy program.

Learn how to reduce your risk

Learn about causes of flooding

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

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

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November 4, 2025

Notice of Public Information Centre #2: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study - Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

Halton Region is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) Study for capacity upgrades to the Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant to support future population and employment growth to 2031 and beyond.