Halton Regional Council is set to meet on April 15, 2026, at Council Chambers to review key updates on the region’s economic health, its financial standing, and the progress of automated waste collection services. Residents can follow the proceedings through a live stream of the hybrid meeting.
During the session, council members will examine the latest employment data. This follows the 2025 survey conducted between May and September. These findings build on the 2024 results, which showed a one per cent increase in jobs across the region, bringing the total to 246,100 positions despite a slight decrease in the number of local businesses. Participation in the employment survey has seen a significant boost, reaching an 87 per cent response rate in 2024.
Council will also receive an update confirming the region’s strong financial position. Moody’s Investors Service has maintained the region’s Aaa credit rating for 37 consecutive years, with the region now on track for its 38th year. This high rating, alongside a AAA rating from S&P Global Ratings, allows the region to secure the best possible financing rates for large-scale infrastructure projects. These savings are essential as the region works through a 10-year, $9 billion plan to improve water, wastewater, and road infrastructure.
Finally, the council will discuss the next phases for the regional garbage collection service. The program, which uses automated wheeled carts, expanded to 18,000 households in mid-2025. While the garbage collection program continues to grow, residents should note that Circular Materials Ontario, which took over blue box recycling management this year, has opted to continue with a manual collection system for recyclables. A full roll-out of the wheeled cart program for garbage is planned for 2027, with details regarding a one-time, no-cost cart size exchange expected to be announced this coming fall.
The Halton Region provides services to more than 595,000 residents living in Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville.
