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17 |Thursday June 1, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER |www.insidehalton.com >1 Halton REGION halton.ca (| 311 Halton Highlights areas, the Niagara Escarpment, or one of the region's local trails. · Visit one of Halton's Farmers' Markets and buy fresh local food. · Stroll through the vibrant downtown communities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville and check out the local attractions, shops and restaurants. To learn more and plan a fun, active summer day in Halton, visit halton.ca/tourism . June 2017 H a lto n is y o u r d e s tin a tio n fo r a c tiv e s u m m e r fu n Halton residents enjoy a high quality of life and take pride in the safe, healthy and active community we continue to build and maintain. A great example of Halton's commitment to building healthy communities is the ongoing implementation of the Active Transportation Master Plan. So far, we have built approximately 190 kilometres of on-road exclusive bike lanes and paved shoulders along Regional roads, making it easier for you to bike, roll or stroll to fun summer activities across Halton! Take advantage of our active transportation network and natural landscapes, which are perfect for healthy outdoor activities this summer. Here are some ideas: · Visit halton.ca/cycling or get the OneHalton App to view the Region's cycling maps and plan your Halton discovery route. · Visit any one of Halton's three Regional Waterfront Parks along Lake Ontario. · Pack a healthy lunch and spend the day hiking, biking or swimming at a conservation Halton park or Bronte Provincial Park. · Cycle, walk or hike along Halton's greenbelt K e e p in g y o u in fo r m e d b y h ig h lig h tin g w h a t m a k e s H a lto n a g r e a t p l a c e t o liv e . G a r y C arr, R e g i o n a l C h a ir C ele b ra tin g Canada 150 and O n ta rio 150 On behalf of Regional Council, I would like to wish you and your family a happy Canada 150 and Ontario 150! Our Canadian values form the foundation of our rich cultural heritage and our strong sense of community-- this momentous occasion invites us to celebrate our national pride together. I encourage you to participate in the Canada 150 activities taking place across Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills and Oakville in the coming months. From unique art exhibitions and special events to commemorative tree plantings and gardens, recreational activities, festivals and more, there are many opportunities to enjoy our local culture. These local celebrations showcase our inclusive communities, profile our rich heritage and celebrate our bright future. To learn what's happening in your community, visit halton.ca/Canada150. A d v o c a tin g fo r a S tro n g H a lto n Halton Region is advocating to other levels of government for long-term, predictable funding and legislative changes to ensure the interests of Halton residents are addressed in key areas such as growth management, infrastructure and community well-being. Halton is a great place to live and in order to maintain the high quality of life we enjoy, while building complete communities, there are a number of critical supports we require from both the Provincial and Federal governments. Growth m anagem ent : In order to grow, Halton Region must ensure that the infrastructure and human services required to support development are planned, coordinated and adequately financed in advance of need. Infrastructure : Investments in infrastructure and transportation strengthen our economy and make Halton a desirable place to live and do business. Halton Region's 10-year capital infrastructure program totals $4.1 billion, including $1.9 billion to fund the state of good repair, but we still need a long-term commitment to sustainable funding from both the Provincial and Federal governments. Com m unity w ell-being : Affordable housing, public health and supports for Halton's vulnerable populations continue to be underfunded by other levels of government. Funding shortfalls for public health continue to grow and are projected to total $9.7 million in 2017. Working with all levels of government, we ensure that Halton remains a great place to live, work, raise a family and retire. To learn more, visit halton.ca/advocacy . C A NA DA 150 M eetings at Halton Region 1151 Bronte Rd., Oakville, L6M 3L1 Visit halton.ca/meetings for full schedule. Ju n6 Jun7 Jun7 Jun 14 9:30 a.m. Health & Social Services Cttee 9:30 a.m. Planning & Public Works Cttee 1:30 p.m. Administration & Finance Cttee 9:30 a.m. Regional Council Please contact us as soon as possible if you have any accessibility needs at Halton Region events or meetings. This page has been donated by this newspaper to communicate important information to Halton residents at no cost to taxpayers.