Welcome to the February 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.
Halton Community Housing Corporation making an impact
As the Region’s largest subsidized housing provider, the Halton Community Housing Corporation (HCHC) team manages 2,280 units, providing housing to nearly 4,000 residents across Halton. We work closely with community partners to offer programs and support that improve health and quality of life.
There is lots of exciting work going on including:
- creation of new assisted housing units (265 Kerr Street is expected to open this summer);
- enhanced tenant communication and supports;
- expanded community programs and wellness initiatives for youth and older adults;
- new Youth and Newcomer Advisory Committees; and
- enhanced investments in security and expanded partnership with Halton Regional Police Service to support community safety and wellbeing.
Learn more about our housing services.
Spotlight on Access Halton
In 2024, our amazing Access Halton team answered over 216,000 calls, responded to over 20,000 emails and helped 26,185 visitors at our service counters.
Our friendly team is your first point of contact when you call 311, visit us in person at Halton Regional Centre or email accesshalton@halton.ca to ask about Regional services.
Our top inquiries include waste collection, immunization services, subsidized housing, requests for financial assistance and social services (Ontario Works and Employment Halton).
Thank you to Access Halton for all you do to help people live, grow and thrive in Halton!
Pre-Budget Submission highlights key priorities
We recently submitted our Pre-Budget Submission to the Provincial Government about how we can work with them to address key priorities for Halton.
Read our submission now (PDF file).
FreezinForAReason – Paramedics raise funds for the Special Olympics
Halton Paramedics were #FreezinForAReason (external link) with Halton Regional Police Service (external link)! Our tactical team, logistics team and frontline paramedics jumped into freezing water while raising over $2,800 in support of Special Olympics Ontario (external link) for programs and events for more than 23,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities in Ontario.
Start or Grow Your Business
We’ve got an amazing team working to help businesses start and succeed in Halton.
Register today to attend a Starter Company Plus info session on March 5 or March 18 to learn what our program has to offer: halton.ca/business
Health Services You Can Access Today
Our Health Team is here to help.
- Get easy tips on how to build healthy habits and resilience and quick access to mental health services in our community.
- Book an appointment at our Sexual Health Clinics to receive confidential services from a team of medical professionals.
Your Vote Matters
Vote! You head to the polls on February 27 and we are helping you make an informed decision.
Learn more about our advocacy issues and who is running for MPP in your community.
Stay connected!
- Follow @regionofhalton on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIN
- Follow @GaryCarrHalton on Facebook, X and LinkedIn
- Watch the next Regional Council meeting live on Wednesday, February 19.
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.