Welcome to the March edition of Halton Highlights. This is the latest news on the projects and programs happening in Halton.
Delivering safe, affordable housing
The Halton Community Housing Corporation supports more than 4,000 seniors, families and individuals — while managing 2,280 units across the region. Read the Halton Highlights blog: Strengthening Our Housing Communities and watch our video: Community Development in Halton Housing (YouTube video) to learn how we’re strengthening these communities and helping people thrive.
Take action to limit the risk basement flooding
Spring is around the corner—make sure your home is ready for wet weather! Find tips & info on our subsidy program at halton.ca/flood.
Aaa rating for 38 years!
Spring waste services and events
Don’t miss it—Special Waste Drop-Off and Compost Give-Away days return this spring! Plus, yard waste collection resumes in April. Get details and sign up to get collection reminders by email at halton.ca/waste.
Keeping your drinking water safe
Last year our systems received a 99.7% inspection rating. Learn about our drinking water systems and how we keep your water safe, clean and reliable at halton.ca/water.
We want to hear from you!
Share your input on safety and traffic flow as we plan for the new James Snow Park extension from Britannia Road to Highway 407 (ETR). Take our survey by April 17.
Get the facts on alcohol use in Halton
Read the Halton Highlights blog: Get the Facts- What’s the Impact of Alcohol Use in Halton to learn how alcohol use impacts our community and how report findings inform the work of the Community Safety and Well-Being Alcohol Action Table.
Halton staff raise over $90K for United Way
Halton employees raised over $93,000 for United Way in 2025, supporting vital food, housing and mental health programs in our community.
Read the Chair’s Corner to learn more about the annual employee campaign.
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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; heritage programs; emergency management and economic development. For more information, call 311 or visit Halton Region’s website at halton.ca.