Applications Open for Next Halton Regional Chair — Deadline July 13

Halton Region has opened the search for its next Regional Chair, giving candidates until Monday, July 13, 2026 to apply ahead of the 2026-2030 council term.

What Happened

According to Halton Region, applications are now open for the position of Regional Chair covering the upcoming 2026-2030 term of Halton Regional Council. The application window closes on Monday, July 13, 2026.

Halton Regional Council represents four local municipalities, including Milton, and coordinates shared services across the region.

Key Details

• Application deadline: Monday, July 13, 2026

• Position covers the 2026-2030 term of Halton Regional Council

• Halton Region includes Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville

• Full details and application steps are available directly through Halton Region's official website

Community Impact

The Regional Chair helps set direction on shared services that touch Milton households directly, including regional roads, waste and water services, public health, housing programs and funding tied to policing across Halton. Whoever holds the role for the next term will influence how the region plans growth and spends on infrastructure that affects Milton residents.

Background

Halton Region is the upper-tier government serving Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville, working alongside each town's local council on region-wide priorities.

Source: Halton Region — https://www.halton.ca

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