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Halton Highlights – January 2025

Welcome to the January edition of Halton Highlights. This is your quick hit of Halton projects and programs happening in our community that help us live well, grow responsibly and thrive together.

Supportive Housing: Shovels in the ground at Maria St. in Acton, with funding support from the Region and the Federal Government

We’re working closely with our partners to build more assisted and supportive housing as fast as possible for those who need it most.

In Acton, shovels are in the ground at 47 Maria Street! This space will provide 12 one-bedroom units for people experiencing homelessness or who need support for mental health or addictions.

Regional funding of $3.94 million combined with $2 million from the Federal government through Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy (external link) helped Support House (external link) make this project a reality.

To check out our portfolio of in-progress and shovel-ready development opportunities, visit our Construction Projects webpage.

Halton Hills Mayor Ann Lawlor, Adam van Koeverden, MP for Milton, Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr and Paul Gregory, Executive Director of Support House at the groundbreaking for 47 Maria Street.
Left to Right: Halton Hills Mayor Ann Lawlor, Adam van Koeverden, MP for Milton, Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr and Paul Gregory, Executive Director of Support House at the groundbreaking for 47 Maria Street.

Homelessness Supports: Know who to contact if you see someone sleeping outside or if you need shelter supports

We're here and ready to support with a wide range of services to help individuals experiencing homelessness, including:

  • emergency shelter options
  • support services
  • assistance finding more permanent housing

If you see someone sleeping outside or if you need support, contact us today:

For more information, visit our Housing Supports and Services webpage.

Jobs! Halton's Internship and Summer Student programs can set you up to thrive in public service

Job postings are up for summer students and one-year internships. We are a Greater Toronto Top Employer offering interns amazing opportunities to develop hands-on experience in exciting positions serving the Halton community.

Check out careers.halton.ca to learn more!

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Kickstart your career!

Don’t miss your Christmas tree curbside collection!

This is the last week to put your Christmas tree out on the curb for pick-up on your collection. Remember:

  • Remove all tinsel, lights, decorations, tree stands and plastic bags from Christmas trees prior to collection.
  • Ensure trees do not become stuck or frozen in snow banks.

Never miss a collection day! Check your schedule and sign up for updates today at halton.ca/waste.

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