Government Services
Region of Halton 2 levels of local (municipal) government:
The Regional Municipality of Halton that provides services like: policing, waste management (garbage and recycling), paramedics, long-term care, water and sewage, human services (social housing, child care and social assistance), Public Health and transportation for people with disabilities.
Provides services like: policing, waste management (garbage and recycling), paramedics, long-term care, water and sewage, human services (social housing, child care and social assistance), Public Health and transportation for people with disabilities.
4 Local Municipalities:
The City of Burlington, , The Town of Halton Hills, The Town of Oakville and The Town of Milton that provide services like: firefighting, parks, recreation, public transit, public libraries, snow removal, and other services.that provide services like: firefighting, parks, recreation, public transit, public libraries, snow removal, and other services.
Municipal Elections
Municipal elections are held every 4 years. Voting is a democratic right, as well, as a responsibility for all Canadian citizens. By voting you get to exercise your right and show your support for candidates who share your vision for your community and neighbourhood.
Who can vote in the elections?
You can vote in a municipal election if, on the day of the election, you are:
What if you are not a citizen yet?
Every resident is affected by the outcome of the municipal election, even those who can't vote. Newcomers who aren't eligible to vote this year can still get involved. For example, if you find a candidate you would like to support, you can campaign on their behalf. You could go door-to-door to raise awareness about the candidate, volunteer to work in their campaign office, or work to raise funds to help their campaign. You can also get more involved in the municipal elections by becoming an election worker.