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Check out the Halton Highlights April 2026 edition!

This month, Halton Highlights spotlights the Drumquin Wastewater Pumping Station, our corporate climate progress, the wheeled cart rollout and more.

Read our monthly newsletter for April 2026

Halton Region Corporate Climate Action Plan Progress Report 2025

Climate action progress in Halton

It’s Earth Week, and we’re highlighting 2025 achievements from our Corporate Climate Action Plan.

Read the Chair’s Corner: Taking Climate Action in Halton

Read the 2025 Corporate Climate Action Progress Report Learn more on our Climate and Environment webpage Track our progress on the Climate Dashboard

We want to hear from you!

We’re updating our Forest Management Plan, and your input will help guide how Regional forests are cared for, used, and protected over the next 20 years. Take our 10 minute survey today.

Take the Forest Management Plan survey

Read the notice of public engagement Learn about Halton’s Regional Forests

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Moody’s Ratings reaffirms Aaa rating

Our AAA rating reflects our long-standing commitment to responsible financial management. Learn how 38 years of top credit ratings deliver value for residents.

Read the Credit Rating Chair's Corner

Learn about Halton’s financial performance Learn about infrastructure 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

Invested in every drop: How Halton keeps water flowing

Halton is investing in reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services through smart planning, strong funding and future-ready infrastructure.

Learn more about our commitment to water and wastewater excellence

Discover what keeps our drinking water high-quality Read our 2025 Water Flow Report

Are you worried about someone experiencing homelessness?

Support is available for individuals experiencing homelessness

Connect with local supports, outreach teams and emergency housing services.

Learn more about services and support

Connect with our outreach team Learn more about our housing services

Blue Box collection changes now in effect

Halton’s residential Blue Box program is now 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 blue box program update Halton's curbside collection program

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Sign up for free weekly texts timed to your stage of pregnancy and baby’s age. From prenatal care, preparing for birth and your first year of parenthood, we’re here to support you every step of the way!

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April 22, 2026

Halton Highlights - April 2026

Our April edition of Halton Highlights spotlights the Drumquin Wastewater Pumping Station, our corporate climate progress, the wheeled cart rollout and more.