Investing in services to strengthen health, safety and well-being
In , we’re investing $4.5 million in local programs that support our community’s health, safety and well-being through the Halton Region Community Investment Fund (HRCIF). This important funding strengthens non-profit services and improves access for those who need it most. We’ve approved 44 new grants in so far.
For the full list of programs funded, please visit the Halton Region Community Investment Fund page on halton.ca. If you’re part of an organization in Halton that provides human service programs, I encourage you to learn more about our funding opportunities and sign up for email updates.
Thank you to all the local organizations who received funding and all who applied to the HRCIF for your support.
June is National Indigenous History Month
It’s National Indigenous History Month, a chance to showcase the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of Indigenous Peoples and Communities while continuing on our journey of Truth and Reconciliation. It’s also National Indigenous Peoples Day on , recognizing the diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples.
We’ve been working to support Truth and Reconciliation by building constructive, collaborative and mutually respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples, Communities and First Nations, including collaboration with the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation.
To learn more about Indigenous History, you can explore online resources, books from Indigenous authors, films and documentaries. You can also join the conversation online by using the hashtag #NIHM2024.
To find resources and more information on our work, visit the building meaningful relationships with Indigenous People and Communities page on halton.ca.
Celebrating Pride together
Happy Pride! We are flying the Progress Pride flag at Halton Regional Centre this month as we celebrate Prida. The flag is a powerful message of inclusion and acceptance for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other people who identify as part of sexual and gender-diverse (2SLGBTQ+) communities.
Our great community is shaped by everyone who calls it home. Whether you are a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ community or an ally, we can all reflect on how we can create safe, equitable and accepting spaces in our homes, workplaces and neighbourhoods.
For helpful tips and to explore local organizations in our community, please read my blog post about Pride in the Chair’s Corner on halton.ca.