Halton - Regional government for Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville

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Know the Risks. Make a Plan. Build a Kit.

Emergencies can happen anytime. Stay informed and plan ahead so you have an emergency kit and know what to do during an emergency.

Read the Chair’s Corner: Planning ahead to protect our community

Use these tools to Be Prepared Read the Halton Highlights blog on Emergency Preparedness Week

We want to hear from you!

We’re updating our Forest Management Plan, and your input will help guide how Regional forests are cared for, used, and protected over the next 20 years. Take our 10 minute survey today.

Take the Forest Management Plan survey

Read the notice of public engagement Learn about Halton’s Regional Forests

Time to roll. Wheeled carts are coming to your home.

Halton is moving to wheeled carts for curbside waste collection!

Learn more about the program, including your delivery timeline and what you need to do to get ready!

Get the latest wheeled cart waste collection program information

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Moody’s Ratings reaffirms Aaa rating

Our AAA rating reflects our long-standing commitment to responsible financial management. Learn how 38 years of top credit ratings deliver value for residents.

Read the Credit Rating Chair's Corner

Learn about Halton’s financial performance Learn about infrastructure projects

Invested in every drop: How Halton keeps water flowing

Halton is investing in reliable, high-quality water and wastewater services through smart planning, strong funding and future-ready infrastructure.

Learn more about our commitment to water and wastewater excellence

Discover what keeps our drinking water high-quality Read our 2025 Water Flow Report

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Get parenting and pregnancy tips and trusted support every week for every stage.

Sign up for free weekly texts timed to your stage of pregnancy and baby’s age. From prenatal care, preparing for birth and your first year of parenthood, we’re here to support you every step of the way!

Explore our parenting support programs

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April 22, 2026

Halton Highlights - April 2026

Our April edition of Halton Highlights spotlights the Drumquin Wastewater Pumping Station, our corporate climate progress, the wheeled cart rollout and more.