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Halton’s 2023-2026 Strategic Business Plan approved by Regional Council
On July 12, 2023, Halton Regional Council approved the Region’s 2023-2026 Strategic Business Plan that identifies the priorities for Council’s four-year term of office. The Plan includes four strategic themes, each with goals, actions and measures that will guide the work to enhance the programs, services and infrastructure residents rely on every day.

July 12 - Celebrate 150 years of Burlington's rich and unique heritage during Heritage Week Aug. 5-12
Burlington’s Heritage Advisory Committee invites you to take part in an exciting lineup of activities for Heritage Week, Aug. 5-12, 2023. In honour of Burlington’s 150th anniversary, a special week of heritage events are planned, focusing on sites that have shaped Burlington throughout its history.

Schedule of events

A detailed schedule of all the events taking place during Heritage Week, including locations and how to register, is available at burlington.ca/heritageweek. All events are free. Registration is open between July 10 to 28. All are welcome. 

July 12 - Burlington Transit – Free for Seniors all the time; Youth evenings and weekends
Starting Aug. 1, 2023, seniors, 65 years and older, can ride Burlington Transit for free. Council also approved Free Transit for Youth which will also start on Aug. 1, 2023. Youth 13 to 19 years can ride Burlington Transit for free on evenings after 6 p.m. and all day on weekends.