Town Offering Legacy Grants to Recognize 50 Years

HALTON HILLS, ON – Next year marks the 50^th anniversary of the Town of Halton Hills and among the initiatives marking the occasion are "legacy grants" available to community organizations.

The Halton Hills 50^th Anniversary Legacy Project Grant provides community groups up to a maximum of $2,500 in funding towards projects that:

• Relate to the 50^th anniversary theme of “Recognizing the Communities of Halton Hills”.
• Make a meaningful impact that will endure for years to come.
• Meet a specific objective and will be completed in 2024.

Project examples include community improvements, public art, park or trail related components, signage/plaques, or outdoor furniture/amenities. A limited number of grants will be available through the $10,000 fund.

“I am so pleased that we could provide this opportunity to our local community, recognizing the creativity and value volunteers offer the municipality,” said Mayor Ann Lawlor. “This initiative is yet another way to honour the rich history of our town. Our non-profit organizations, some of which have been active longer than the Town itself, will, I’m sure, bring delightful ideas to help celebrate 50 years of community. I look forward to seeing the selected projects reach fruition.”

The application is open to local, non-profit community organizations and clubs. Applicants must meet all the criteria including a commitment to provide matching funding and/or the equivalent in volunteer hours (based on a prescribed hourly rate).

Applications will be accepted between November 6 and December 10, 2023.

For complete details including eligibility criteria and the application process, visit the Town’s website

The Town of Halton Hills was formed through the provincially mandated amalgamation of Esquesing Township, Georgetown and Acton in 1974. Activities marking the 50^th anniversary will be noted on the Town’s website.

About the Town of Halton Hills

The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine.

Visit the Town's website