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Vol. 8 - Issue 4
March 20, 2025
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Upcoming Council Meetings | |
March 24, 2025
April 14, 2025
May 5, 2025
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The Town will hold a Council meeting on March 24, 2025, at 3 p.m. via Zoom. Town Council meetings are being conducted using a hybrid model where members of Council can participate in person at Town Hall or electronically via Zoom.
At this time, members of the public are encouraged to view the meeting by watching the live stream through the Town’s Municipal Calendar web page.
Should you wish to delegate to a Council meeting, please complete the online delegation form no later than one business day before the meeting is to be held.
If you would like to submit feedback, please email your comments to clerks@haltonhills.ca Comments submitted will be circulated to Council Members in advance of the meeting and will be part of the public record.
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March 2025
“The Monday, March 3 meeting of Halton Hills Town Council saw some shifting of seats! Two of our local councillors ran in the provincial election on February 27, and one, Joseph Racinsky, was successful. We now have a new Member of Provincial Parliament for our riding of Wellington-Halton Hills! Joseph has resigned his Ward 2 council seat.”
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Inaugural Meeting for New Councillor on Monday
Monday, March 24 will mark the first meeting for Matt Kindbom who will be officially sworn in as a Councillor for the Town of Halton Hills.
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Downtown Acton Spa Receives CIP Facade Improvement Grant
On March 6, the Town of Halton Hills proudly awarded the Facade Improvement Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grant to Smooth Solutions Spa & Laser Clinic located at 129 Mill St E, Acton.
The $24,288.89 grant funded vital improvements, including a new walkway, upgraded lighting for the back parking area, and new siding on the rear of the building. These improvements have greatly enhanced both the functionality and accessibility of the property.
Photo from L-R: Erin Kaiser, Manager, Economic Development and Innovation; Mayor Lawlor; Monica Van Helden, Owner, Smooth Solutions Spa and Laser Clinic; Councillor Albano; Matthew Galliford, Acton BIA Coordinator; Councillor Somerville.
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Town Amends Purchasing Policy to Support Local Businesses, Mayor Writes the President
In the spirit of a ‘Team Canada’ approach, the Town of Halton Hills has amended its purchasing policy to encourage staff to focus on procuring local goods and services.
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Upcoming Exhibition at the Helson Gallery: The Artistic Viewpoint
The Helson Gallery is excited to announce the opening of its upcoming exhibition, "The Artistic Viewpoint," running from March 26 to May 11, 2025. This showcase features members of SOVA (Southern Ontario Visual Artists), a collective of acclaimed professional artists united by their mutual respect and admiration for each other's work.
Photo: Ecmunson, Here I Stand, Analogue Photograph, Giclee Canvas Print.
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Climate Change Investment Fund
The Climate Change Investment Fund is accepting applications for funding requests to support projects that enhance the environmental health of Halton Hills.
Submit your application before 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
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Earth Week Celebrations from April 22 - 29, 2025
Mark your calendar with environmental events and activities to celebrate our community! Participate in recycling workshops, learn about birds’ presentations, and eco-film screening, as well as our annual clean-up activities, such as tree planting, free compost and mulch, and Bike Swap.
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Downtown Financial Incentive Programs Drop-in Sessions
Join the Town’s Economic Development and Heritage Planning staff for upcoming drop-in sessions to learn about financial incentive programs available to downtown businesses and property owners.
Downtown Georgetown (part of Downtown Georgetown BIA Member Mingle): Monday, April 7, 2025, from 5-7 p.m. Glazed Expressions - 65 Main St. S, Georgetown
Downtown Acton: Monday, April 28, 2025, from 6:30-8 p.m. Full Hall, Acton Arena - 415 Queen St, Acton.
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Last Call - HH Discovery Pass
Following the success of last year's Sticker Map Campaign, excited to introduce the Halton Hills Discovery Pass — a FREE, mobile-exclusive digital pass designed to help visitors explore and support local tourism businesses in Halton Hills. The deadline is quickly approaching, complete the intake form by March 28, 2025 (11:59 p.m.) to be considered. Limited space is available, with only 25 spots per seasonal pass (a total of 50 participants across the two campaigns). Selection will be based on a first-come, first-served basis. We aim to have a variety of experiences and businesses represented through this program and will select businesses based on the goals of the program.
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We Want Your Input on the Official Plan Review
Halton Hills is growing and we need a plan that reflects today's municipality and preserves our community's character while creating a new vision for the future. Complete a brief survey today (deadline April 4) and help shape future OPR engagement. Make sure to register to receive ongoing updates on engagement events, feedback opportunities, available resources, and more.
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Guelph Street Corridor Secondary Plan
The Town is preparing a Secondary Plan for the Guelph Street Corridor to help guide development of land use policy that will incentivize redevelopment and intensification in the area. Visit the project page to register for ongoing updates and engagement opportunities.
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Help Choose Halton Hills' Official Town Bird
Halton Hills is home to incredible birdlife, and now residents can help select our first-ever official Town Bird! The Town of Halton Hills, Bird Friendly Halton Hills, and the Halton Hills Public Library are partnering on an exciting opportunity for residents to select a bird that will symbolize our vibrant community, and we want to hear from you! The first round of voting ends on April 29.
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Halton Hills FanFest April 12
Join the library for Halton Hills FanFest on April 12, the ultimate celebration of all things fandom! Dive into the excitement with virtual reality, trivia, superhero storytime, crafts, cosplay, and more - there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Don’t miss this fun-filled day of community, creativity, and fandom fun at the Georgetown Branch.
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OnScreen Halton Hills Film Festival
Experience the best of the National Film Board of Canada at the first-ever OnScreen Halton Hills Film Festival from April 2-16 with a series of free screenings across our community. From powerful documentaries to stunning animations, these films highlight Canada's diverse storytelling. This event is presented in partnership with the Halton Hills Public Library, Create Halton Hills, the National Film Board of Canada, and National Canadian Film Day. See the full lineup of film screenings and speaker events below!
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