Oakville, December 3 – Halton Region has once again been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer by MediaCorp (external link), joining leading organizations across government and industry in this prestigious annual showcase.
“We’re proud to be recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer again,” said Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr. “Thousands of people apply to work at Halton Region each year because we offer a workplace that values wellness, collaboration, professional development, recognition, community impact, and service excellence."
“This recognition matters because it benchmarks us against top employers locally and nationally,” said Chief Administrative Officer Andrew Farr. “It validates the investments we make in workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent who deliver exceptional service to our community.”
Halton’s award-winning culture is built on purpose, growth, and well-being:
- A workplace people believe in: 81% of employees say Halton is a great place to work—driven by collaboration and community impact.
- Empowering growth: Over half of all roles are filled internally, reflecting our commitment to career mobility and professional development.
- Unmatched mental health support: Eligible employees and their families have access to $5,000 in mental health benefits because well-being matters.
- Wellness that works: With 10 weekly wellness activities—from intramural sports to instructor-led yoga—Halton promotes health, balance, and team spirit.
- Exceptional retention: 94% of permanent employees stay year after year—a testament to our supportive culture.
This recognition highlights Halton’s dedication to fostering a culture of growth, wellness, and community impact—making it a place where people truly want to work and thrive.
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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; and emergency management. For more information, call 311 or visit Halton Region’s website at halton.ca.