Welcome to the June edition of Halton Highlights. This is the latest news on the projects and programs happening in Halton that help us live well, grow responsibly, and thrive together.
Happy Pride! Halton staff celebrate Pride Month
Regional staff gathered to raise the Pride flag at Halton Regional Centre on June 3—sending a powerful message of inclusion and acceptance for 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
Show your support by speaking up when someone uses discriminatory language, attending local Pride events, sharing your pronouns, and posting a message of solidarity.
Let's create safe, equitable and accepting spaces in our homes, workplaces, and neighbourhoods.
Regional staff join a parade around Halton Regional Centre in celebration of Pride Month.
Welcome to our newest Paramedics!
On Friday May 23, we proudly welcomed 22 new paramedics to the Halton team! Our new paramedics received their epaulets in a ceremony in front of their family and friends, marking the official start of their careers in paramedicine.
They join an incredible team of over 260 dedicated paramedics who respond to more than 59,000 calls and transport nearly 36,000 people to the hospital each year. Learn more about Paramedic Services.
Halton Chief Administrative Officer Andrew Farr, Commissioner and Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deepika Lobo and Paramedic Services Chief Greg Sage, join Halton’s newest paramedics for a photo following the Paramedic Services Graduation Ceremony.
Spotlight – Celebrating outstanding teams serving Halton every day!
We have a fantastic team working in many different professions that provide vital services and support to our community daily. In May, a number of teams celebrated special recognition weeks.
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Halton receives the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 2025 Budget and Business Plan!
Halton Region has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for the 21st year in a row! Learn more about our commitment to financial excellence.
Supreme Court denies Halton appeal on CN Intermodal Hub in Milton
Although the Supreme Court has declined to hear our appeal, our position remains firm. The CN Intermodal project poses serious risks to public health and our local economy. We will continue to explore every legal and regulatory option available to protect our community. Read Halton Region’s press release.
View of CN lands in Milton.
Water meter modernization update
Halton Region has hired KTI Utility Services to provide replacement and maintenance services for residential and commercial water meters. You can identify KTI contractors because they will:
- Carry Halton Region ID Badges with official photo identification
- Have "Halton Region Contractor" vehicle magnets
- Be in proper KTI-issued uniforms
Appointments are always booked in advance. If in doubt call 311, to verify. Never let anyone into your home who arrives “unannounced”. Call local authorities to report suspicious activity. Visit our Modernization of Water Meter Infrastructure in Halton page on halton.ca for more information.
KTI contractor for water meter installation.
Protect yourself from rabies
Halton Region Public Health confirmed the first positive rabies infection in a bat for this year in Oakville. There are many types of wildlife that could carry rabies. Read the media release for tips on how to protect yourself, your family, and your pets from rabies.
Stay connected!
- NEW! Check out the Halton Highlights blog for frequent updates about our programs, services, events and important announcements.
- Follow @regionofhalton on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIN
- Follow @GaryCarrHalton on Facebook, X and LinkedIn
- Follow @haltonparamedics on Instagram, Facebook and X
- Watch the next Regional Council meeting live on Wednesday, June 18.
About Halton
The Regional Municipality of Halton serves more than 650,000 residents in the City of Burlington, the Town of Halton Hills, the Town of Milton, and the Town of Oakville. Halton Region is committed to meeting the needs of its residents through the delivery of cost-effective, quality programs and services, including water and wastewater; Regional roads and infrastructure planning; paramedic services; waste management; public health; social assistance; children’s and seniors’ services; housing services; heritage programs; emergency management and economic development. For more information, call 311 or visit Halton Region’s website at halton.ca.