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Official Bluesky account for the Town of Halton Hills. Small town living at its best 🌾✨Account monitored Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For service requests, please call 905-873-2600.

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Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 16d

Hey #HaltonHills, please be advised that the Town is experiencing problems with our telephones and our voicemail system is impacted.

We ask for your patience as the vendor works on this issue. Please send queries via email to: [email protected].

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 1h

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just enjoy being outdoors, this is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on our environment and beautify our community.

✅ Register now to join the fun and learn more: bit.ly/4niFmce

👟 Don’t forget to wear closed-toe shoes and bring a water bottle.

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 1h

🌱 Hey #HaltonHills! Ready to dig in and make a difference? Trees for Halton Hills is back with another awesome community planting event 🌳

📅 November 1, 2025
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍 Georgetown Fire Hall (53 Maple Avenue, Halton Hills)

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 5d

🎉 Celebrate Small Business Week in Halton Hills! 🛍️

From October 20–25, the Town of Halton Hills is rolling out an exciting lineup of events, resources, and support for new and growing businesses.

Read the full media release for all the details📰 bit.ly/3W9agIU

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 6d

Display-type fireworks (used in large public events) are allowed only with a permit and must be discharged by a federally approved fireworks technician.

To learn more about the regulations for fireworks, visit haltonhills.ca/fireworks 🎆

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 6d

Hey #HaltonHills, as Diwali approaches, let's celebrate safely and respectfully.

A reminder that family-style, low-hazard fireworks are prohibited in Halton Hills. The ban includes both the use and sale of these fireworks per the Town’s by-law.

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 7d

Take care of it all from your device, anytime, anywhere.

Visit haltonhills.ca/penalties to learn more.

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 7d

Hey, #HaltonHills! Received a Penalty Notice? Take action quickly and easily with our new online portal! Skip the wait and handle it online — fast, easy, and on your schedule.

The online portal allows you to have:
✔️ Faster resolutions
✔️ Accessible reviews
✔️ Convenient online payments

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 8d

🎉 #SmallBusinessWeek 2025 is coming! Oct 20–25, celebrate the local businesses that make Halton Hills thrive. Networking, success stories & ways to support our entrepreneurs; there’s something for everyone! 🙌 #InvestHH #SupportLocal #SBW2025

Learn more: investhaltonhills.com/SBW

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 10d

Learn more at haltonhills.ca/cycling or email [email protected] for more details.

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 10d

Join the Bike It Halton Hills team and strike a pose at the Halton Hills Today photo booth and get a free professional photo to remember the day. Plus, enjoy awesome prizes and loot bags packed with goodies — just for joining the fun!

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 10d

Hey #HaltonHills, be sure to mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, October 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Gellert parking lot for the Costume Bike Parade!

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Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 11d

Saturday, October 11 is the last day to vote for the Official Bird of Halton Hills! Vote online at letstalkhaltonhills.ca/vote-for-an-... or in person at the Hillsview Active Living Centre (Georgetown or Acton location) and at the Halton Hills Public Library (Georgetown or Acton branch) 📚 #VoteNow

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · Aug 4

Help us choose the final bird that best represents the spirit of Halton Hills.

For more information visit, letstalkhaltonhills.ca/vote-for-an-official-bird.

Happy voting everyone 🗳️

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 11d

📢 Have you received a penalty notice for a by-law violation?

You can now pay or request a review online through our new portal! The process is fair, accessible, and convenient!

Learn more at haltonhills.ca/penalties

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 11d

Happy Thanksgiving, #HaltonHills🦃 Town administrative services will be closed on Monday, October 13 for the Thanksgiving long weekend.

For a full list of facility closures and program cancellations, visit t.co/uWHFw8enaN 🍂

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 15d

Mayor Ann Lawlor, Town Council members, and Georgetown Slopitch representatives came together on Thursday to officially open a brand-new multi-purpose building at Trafalgar Sports Park. 📖 Read the full media release for all the details: bit.ly/4pWLn0t

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 15d

It's Council Meeting day, #HaltonHills! Join us either in person at Town Hall or from the comfort of your home via our livestream 🎥💻 t.co/3WZ8YGUOpo 📋
Be sure to check out the agenda before the council meeting at t.co/aw3nSHgEK0 📚📝

#StayInformed #StayInvolved #CouncilMeetingDay

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 16d

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 17d

Read the letter on our website at bit.ly/3WpPVik

If you want to learn more about this controversial issue, we encourage you to visit the Association of Municipalities’ site at bit.ly/42rLdV0

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 17d

That being said, our correspondence to the Premier included safeguards such as establishing reasonable thresholds for speed overages, time of use operations, large signage etc,."

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Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 17d

This approach to traffic safety is a proven method to change behaviour and reduce speed in our Town and others. School zones are the most common places where these automated speed enforcement cameras are placed and I feel the safety benefits far outweigh the perceived ‘cash grab’.

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Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 17d

Mayor’s Statement regarding Speed Cameras.

On October 2, 2025, I joined over 20 other municipal Mayors and added my signature on correspondence to Premier Ford in support of keeping speed cameras.

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Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 18d

Stay informed with the latest Town news! Subscribe today and never miss an update on local events! 📰🔔 conta.cc/46L4OAF

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 18d

In the latest issue of #TheCurrent: Town Council Meeting on October 6, Mayor's Message, Fire Prevention Week October 5-11, Celebrating 10 Years of Culture Days in Halton Hills, Fall Discovery Pass, and so much more!

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 18d

Want to learn more about pedestrian safety and crossovers? Visit our Pedestrian Crosswalk page for more details at bit.ly/4mLARGA 🛣️👟

Town of Halton Hills @haltonhills.bsky.social · 18d

Mayor @annlawlor.bsky.social, alongside Ward One Councillors Albano and Hilson proudly celebrated the completion of the new pedestrian crosswalk at Eastern Avenue & Church Street East 🚶 🚶 🚶

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