Hey Neighbour

As we move through the steps of the Provincial Roadmap to Reopening, please continue to maintain physical distancing and wear a mask as per guidelines. For more information visit our COVID-19 webpage.

By getting to know and appreciate those who live closest to us, we develop a deeper sense of community and a valuable relationship with the place we call home.

The Town is committed to supporting neighbourhood connections, and are working towards a neighbourhood strategy specific to Halton Hills.  Our engagement work under the branding “Hey Neighbour” will develop and grow as Town staff work with engaged residents to provide resources that allow for organic connections to take place within our neighbourhoods across Halton Hills.

On this page:

• Neighbourhood Pop-Ups
• Neighbourhood Block Parties
• Hey Neighbour Book Collection
• Play Streets
• Good Neighbour Day 

Neighbourhood Pop-Ups

Neighbourhood Pop-Ups are a program delivered by Town staff to bring fun and physical activity to our local parks, by organizing games and activities for anyone who wants to join. Neighbourhood Pop-Ups will be offered throughout the community in Halton Hills at various park locations.

Neighbourhood Pop Ups will only run when the weather is “cooperative” (i.e. no rain, thunderstorms, etc.).

Play Streets

Play Streets are short road closures, creating a safe space for children. The Play Streets initiative is a part of the Active Living Strategy and coincides with the Town’s neighbourhood programming and engagement projects. to play outside together, in their own neighbourhood. Play streets typically allow children to play freely, without organized games or activities. This program offers increased space for individuals to be physically active by transforming streets into shared public spaces.

If you would like to help organize a Play Street in your neighbourhood, please email our community development staff.

Neighbourhood Block Parties

A neighbourhood block party presents the opportunity for residents to meet each other, share interests, celebrate differences and work together on a common goal.  They help build a strong sense of community, connectedness and a culture of care and support. 

If you're organizing a block party in your neighbourhood, we're here to help!  In an effort to support and streamline the planning process, our Community Development Coordinator is available to assist block party organizers throughout the planning process, act as a liaison, and facilitate any questions you may have.

To get started with your block party planning, email our Community Development Coordinator.

Hey Neighbour Book Collection

Halton Hills Public Library is excited to offer the Hey Neighbour Community Book Collection! This unique collection is in partnership with the Hey Neighbour program through your Recreation and Parks Department at the Town of Halton Hills. Borrow one or all of these insightful books about community, engagement and the amazing people who live closest to us. It’s about celebrating this wonderful community we call home!

Browse books at HHPL 

Good Neighbour Day

Good Neighbour Day is on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 and creates an opportunity for neighbours to get to know each other better. This day acknowledges and celebrates the importance of a good neighbour. The goal of Good Neighbour Day is to build relationships between neighbours, because knowing your neighbours can help transform neighbourhoods into welcoming, safe, and inclusive place to live. 

This fall, Halton Hills residents will be invited to share stories about their ‘good neighbours’, bring neighbours a baked good or vegetables from their garden, or download the Town’s “Good Neighbour Day” postcard, fill out the prompts, and introduce themselves to a neighbour by dropping it off on their doorstep!

During the week of Good Neighbour Day, residents can share photos of their initiatives on social media using and by tagging the Town. More information to come!