The Town continues to work towards a greener Halton Hills through ongoing development of initiatives in our community. Subscribe to this page for updates on events and programs relating to climate change and our local environment.
Current Opportunities to Get Involved
Support a Greener Halton Hills by learning more and getting involved in environmental events like the ones noted below.
Support a Greener Community
Thursday, May 28: Planting in Acton Webinar
Saturday, May 30: Northern Cardinal - Felt Ornament
Earth Week 2026
Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, organized events, and helped make Earth Week 2026, held from April 18 to 25, a success. Together, we are making a meaningful difference by taking action to support a resilient and healthy environment for our community and the environment in Halton Hills.
Highlights from this year’s celebrations include:
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Community Clean Ups and the 22-Minute Makeover brought together approximately 7,000 participants, who collected 11,210 kilograms of waste—about the weight of a school bus.
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100% of Halton Hills schools participated in the 22-Minute Makeover.
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Participants included individuals, families, local businesses, community groups, Town staff, and members of Council.
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Superior Glove Works generously donated bags and gloves to support community clean-up efforts.
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The Annual Bike Swap kept approximately 100 bikes and trikes out of the landfill while raising $2,747 for local food banks.
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Two community tree planting events resulted in 300 new trees being planted.
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Residents collected 70 yards of compost and four tandem loads of woodchips, while also donating 180 pounds of food and $40 to local food banks.
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The Halton Hills Public Library hosted a variety of environmental workshops, hikes, and craft programs throughout the week.
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Seedy Saturdays, Fabric Upcycling Sewing classes, birding backpacks, and nature walks, books plus so much more! Browse through the Halton Hills Public Library digital events calendar for more environmental classes and initiatives or check out the Spring Program Guide 2026 |
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Saturday, May 30: Northern Cardinal - Felt Ornament |
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Get to know Halton Hills' Official Town Bird through craft! Relax on the Reading Deck while completing a hand-stitched cardinal ornament. We'll keep an eye out for real-life sightings at the bird feeder, while also learning about the cardinal's preferred habitat, food, and behaviour. For more information and to register, visit: Northern Cardinal: Felt Ornament. Ages 18+ |
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Tree Planting
Join us in partnership with Trees for Halton Hills for two upcoming tree planting events at stormwater management ponds this spring.
With funding from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' Growing Canada's Community Canopies Grant, volunteers will plant 1900 trees across the Town during these events.
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Acton Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan (SNAP)
The Town of Halton Hills and Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) have developed the Acton - Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan. This plan supports the community's environmental health. Whether it’s planting trees, removing invasive species, or adding pollinator gardens, these actions support a greener and healthier community.
Register for Upcoming Events
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Planting in Acton Webinar |
May 28 |
5 p.m. |
Virtual |
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Turtle Guardians
Turtles are on the move in Halton Hills from spring through fall. Sometimes, they choose an area that is less than ideal to lay their eggs, or they have been injured and need help.
See a Turtle Needing Help?
Contact the Turtle Guardians Hotline
1-226-407-5470
