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Notice of Study Completion: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study - Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

Halton Region has undertaken a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) for the expansion of the Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant, as identified in the 2011 Sustainable Halton Water and Wastewater Master Plan.

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Notice of Study Completion: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study - Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

Halton Region has undertaken a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) for the expansion of the Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant, as identified in the 2011 Sustainable Halton Water and Wastewater Master Plan.

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Cold Warning issued for Halton Region starting March 1, 2026
A Cold Warning has been issued by Halton Region Public Health starting March 1, 2026. The Cold Warning is in effect until temperatures rise above -15°C (without wind-chill) or weather conditions improve, and the risks involved with prolonged exposure are reduced.
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Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land - Form 2 - Milton Water and Wastewater

In the case of the Limited Interest in Perpetuity (Permanent Easement – Water and Wastewater Main System) a free, uninterrupted and unobstructed permanent easement in gross or rights in the nature of a permanent easement in gross for the purpose of site works on, upon, under, over, and through the lands for and in connection with facilitating the construction, installation, inspection, testing, verification, repair, replacement and/or operation of municipal underground sewers, underground water lines, drains, drainage courses, beddings, pipes, conduits, markers, channels, ducts, valves, valve chambers, fittings, meters, hydrants, manholes, services, fixtures, equipment and other associated works and appurtenances or accessories thereto whether or not similar to the foregoing in relation to the transfer, transmission, control, flow, carriage, conveyance, transportation, increasing or decreasing velocity or volume of municipal sewage or water or both, and for all things necessary or incidental thereto including physical modification to the lands through site clearing, building demolition, improvements, removal or reconstruction, underground tunnelling, digging, grading, ditching, trenching, filling or otherwise, as well as, to enter, occupy and re-enter the lands by all authorized users, including, but not limited to, servants, agents, employees, contractors, sub-contractors and workers with all necessary vehicles, machinery, equipment, workmen, and other materials required for or related to the watermain and wastewater main infrastructure improvements and works ancillary thereto

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Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land - Form 2 - Dundas Street Improvements

In the case of the Limited Interest in Perpetuity (Permanent Easement – Utilities Infrastructure) for the purpose of a free, uninterrupted and unobstructed permanent easement in gross or rights in the nature of a permanent easement in gross to enter, occupy and re-enter by all authorized users, including, but not limited to, servants, agents, employees, contractors, sub-contractors and workers, with all necessary material, including, but not limited to, vehicles, machinery, supplies and equipment at all times in, on, over, through, under, above, along and upon the lands for the municipal purposes of facilitating the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of public utilities and/or telecommunication infrastructure including, without limitation, aerial and/or subsurface hydro lines, tiebacks, poles, anchors, guywires, swaying and swinging of overhead hydro lines and associated materials and equipment including utility relocation and site grading ancillary and/or necessary for the infrastructure improvements and widening of Dundas Street, and works ancillary thereto

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Halton Highlights - February 2026

Our February edition of Halton Highlights spotlights investments in water and wastewater infrastructure, food security and more.

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Halton Region Making Critical Community Investments in 2026

On December 10, Halton Regional Council approved the Region’s 2026 Budget and Business Plan. This plan details key investments and how they advance the themes and actions in the Region’s 2023–2026 Strategic Business Plan.

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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.

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Halton Region Named a Greater Toronto Top Employer—Again!

Halton Region has once again been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer by MediaCorp, joining leading organizations across government and industry in this prestigious annual showcase.

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Halton Region Blue Box Program Transitioning to Circular Materials

Starting January 1, 2026, responsibility for residential Blue Box recycling in Halton Region—including Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville—will transition to Circular Materials Ontario.

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Updated December 12, 2025: Halton Region Public Health confirms case of hepatitis A at Burlington restaurant

On November 12, Halton Region Public Health was notified of a case of hepatitis A in a food handler, who worked at the Burlington Charcoal Pit located at 2031 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington, between October 23 and November 1, 2025. Staff members and patrons who consumed food or beverages from this restaurant during this timeframe may have been exposed to the virus. The restaurant is working closely with Halton Region Public Health. The premises has been inspected and is compliant with public health standards.

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Cold Warning issued for Halton Region starting March 1, 2026
A Cold Warning has been issued by Halton Region Public Health starting March 1, 2026. The Cold Warning is in effect until temperatures rise above -15°C (without wind-chill) or weather conditions improve, and the risks involved with prolonged exposure are reduced.
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Halton Highlights - February 2026

Our February edition of Halton Highlights spotlights investments in water and wastewater infrastructure, food security and more.

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Cold Warning issued for Halton Region starting February 24, 2026

A Cold Warning has been issued by Halton Region Public Health starting February 24, 2026. The Cold Warning is in effect until temperatures rise above -15°C (without wind-chill) or weather conditions improve, and the risks involved with prolonged exposure are reduced.

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Cold Warning issued for Halton Region starting February 7, 2026

A Cold Warning has been issued by Halton Region Public Health starting February 7, 2026. The Cold Warning is in effect until temperatures rise above -15°C (without wind-chill) or weather conditions improve, and the risks involved with prolonged exposure are reduced.

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Cold Warning issued for Halton Region starting February 4, 2026

A Cold Warning has been issued by Halton Region Public Health starting February 4, 2026. The Cold Warning is in effect until temperatures rise above -15°C (without wind-chill) or weather conditions improve, and the risks involved with prolonged exposure are reduced.

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Notice of Study Completion: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study - Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

Halton Region has undertaken a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) for the expansion of the Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant, as identified in the 2011 Sustainable Halton Water and Wastewater Master Plan.

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Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land - Form 2 - Milton Water and Wastewater

In the case of the Limited Interest in Perpetuity (Permanent Easement – Water and Wastewater Main System) a free, uninterrupted and unobstructed permanent easement in gross or rights in the nature of a permanent easement in gross for the purpose of site works on, upon, under, over, and through the lands for and in connection with facilitating the construction, installation, inspection, testing, verification, repair, replacement and/or operation of municipal underground sewers, underground water lines, drains, drainage courses, beddings, pipes, conduits, markers, channels, ducts, valves, valve chambers, fittings, meters, hydrants, manholes, services, fixtures, equipment and other associated works and appurtenances or accessories thereto whether or not similar to the foregoing in relation to the transfer, transmission, control, flow, carriage, conveyance, transportation, increasing or decreasing velocity or volume of municipal sewage or water or both, and for all things necessary or incidental thereto including physical modification to the lands through site clearing, building demolition, improvements, removal or reconstruction, underground tunnelling, digging, grading, ditching, trenching, filling or otherwise, as well as, to enter, occupy and re-enter the lands by all authorized users, including, but not limited to, servants, agents, employees, contractors, sub-contractors and workers with all necessary vehicles, machinery, equipment, workmen, and other materials required for or related to the watermain and wastewater main infrastructure improvements and works ancillary thereto

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Notice of Application for Approval to Expropriate Land - Form 2 - Dundas Street Improvements

In the case of the Limited Interest in Perpetuity (Permanent Easement – Utilities Infrastructure) for the purpose of a free, uninterrupted and unobstructed permanent easement in gross or rights in the nature of a permanent easement in gross to enter, occupy and re-enter by all authorized users, including, but not limited to, servants, agents, employees, contractors, sub-contractors and workers, with all necessary material, including, but not limited to, vehicles, machinery, supplies and equipment at all times in, on, over, through, under, above, along and upon the lands for the municipal purposes of facilitating the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of public utilities and/or telecommunication infrastructure including, without limitation, aerial and/or subsurface hydro lines, tiebacks, poles, anchors, guywires, swaying and swinging of overhead hydro lines and associated materials and equipment including utility relocation and site grading ancillary and/or necessary for the infrastructure improvements and widening of Dundas Street, and works ancillary thereto

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Notice of Public Information Centre #2: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study - Trafalgar Road (Regional Road 3) from Highway 407 (ETR) to Steeles Avenue (Regional Road 8)

Halton Region is carrying out a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) study for Trafalgar Road (Regional Road 3) from Highway 407 (ETR) to Steeles Avenue (Regional Road 8), in the Towns of Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. The study is considering a wide range of improvements, including widening the roadway, active transportation, transit-supportive infrastructure, and improved intersections and overall traffic operations. The social, cultural and environmental impacts of the improvements have been assessed and evaluated throughout the study.

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Essential Regional services available throughout the holidays 

The Halton team continues to deliver essential services throughout the holiday season. 

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