FAQs - Community Services
How will the healthcare and school infrastructure develop in our community by 2051?
We will coordinate with service managers, schools boards, and post-secondary institutions to allow for a more integrated approach to dealing with planning for public infrastructure. It is important to note that School Boards are part of the Project's Technical Advisory Committee. In addition, a new hospital is being planned to be located in the new expansion area south of Tenth Side Road and Trafalgar Road.
How will the town support and enforce green spaces are well maintained? Ex. Parks, school areas, walkways
The Town's Public Works Team provides infrastructure maintenance as required.
Are there any plans to construct an indoor sports facility for pickleball, particularly for the winter months? At present, we have to book time in Milton or at a local church.
As part of this project, flexibility in uses that encourage a range of recreational activities will be explored. Note that a Recreation and Parks Strategic Action Plan was completed in 2020.
More information regarding Pickleball facilities at the Town.
What is the status and vision for recreation park development in Halton Hills?
The Town’s vision for Recreation and Parks development is found in the Town’s 2020 Recreation and Parks Strategic Plan, and additional information can be found as part of the Town’s Parkland Acquisition Study work related to the DC Studies.
If the Townships/Regions plan stays on track, what is the timeline for the new Hospital?
Halton Healthcare is planning for the development of a new hospital on the Walker Wood farmland that has been donated to Halton Healthcare. Their vision includes creating a state-of-the-art campus of care for Halton Region. Details about timing are still to be confirmed.
Can you say anything about plans for the future hospital site? Timing?
Halton Healthcare is planning for the development of a new hospital on the Walker Wood farmland that has been donated to Halton Healthcare. Their vision includes creating a state-of-the-art campus of care for Halton Region. Details about timing are still to be confirmed.
What is the general/loose timeline for the Hospital if thing stay on track?
Halton Healthcare is planning for the development of a new hospital on the Walker Wood farmland that has been donated to Halton Healthcare. Their vision includes creating a state-of-the-art campus of care for Halton Region. Details about timing are still to be confirmed.
Will more child care centres be in the planning?
Yes, the Official Plan Review will consider policies that support day care / child care center uses, where appropriate. Licensed day cares are subject to requirements in the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, whose purpose is to foster the learning, development, health and well-being of children and to enhance their safety.