| The Halton Region covers over 230,000 acres | | | | residents. Part of the Niagara Escarpment is in the |
| including about 25km of the shore of Lake Ontario. | | | | area along with the Bruce Trail which gives excellent |
| With the population forecast to exceed 420,000 by | | | | camping, hiking and biking trails. |
| 2006 (5 year increase of about 15%) the Halton | | | | The two main populations in the municipality are |
| Region is becoming one of the fastest growing regions | | | | centred in Georgetown and Acton. Schooling and |
| of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). | | | | Healthcare are administered by the Halton Region |
| Though renowned across Canada for having the | | | | School Boards and Health Authority. Despite being the |
| highest density of population, the rural areas in the | | | | most rural area of the Region, Halton Hills has the |
| GTA are dedicated to agriculture which is an | | | | GoTransit system links to the GTA. With good |
| impressive $1 Billion industry employing thousands of | | | | transportation and low unemployment the Town has a |
| people. Other major employers include the Ford and | | | | thriving Business community with excellent employment |
| Liberty car manufacturers, Aerospace manufacturers | | | | prospects. |
| Goodrich, Oil and Gas exploration, utilities and other | | | | The Town Of Milton - The town of Milton is |
| Manufacturing. This diverse business environment is | | | | conveniently located on Highway 401 about 20 minutes |
| further supported by a skilled workforce, large | | | | drive from Pearson international airport. Though further |
| domestic market, excellent transportation and easy | | | | north in the Halton Region than Burlington and Oakville, |
| access to export markets. | | | | Milton is still relatively close to Lake Ontario. Also, both |
| Over half of the population is currently under the age | | | | national railway lines run through the town giving it |
| of 40 to give the region a dynamic workforce. | | | | excellent access to all the major cities in the region |
| There are two school boards that administer the | | | | and beyond. |
| educational programs in the region - Halton District | | | | With nearly 50,000 residents, (and growing rapidly) |
| School Board and the Halton Catholic District School | | | | Milton has all the amenities associated with a large |
| Board. These are complemented by the many post | | | | town. These include a full hospital, large leisure centre |
| secondary institutions and libraries that are located | | | | and plenty of Golf courses. The 85 acre Kelso |
| either in or within an hour drive of the region. | | | | conservation area gives ample outdoor recreation |
| Healthcare is provided by 4 main hospitals which are | | | | opportunities like skiing, hiking, swimming and boating. |
| administered by the regional health service. A full public | | | | There are good employment opportunities with major |
| health service is available for those who qualify under | | | | manufacturing employers like Karmax, Modatek |
| the Ontario Provincial rules. | | | | Systems and several aerospace and automotive |
| Halton's Municipalities | | | | technology companies. Though the Halton Region |
| The Halton Region of the GTA is predominantly made | | | | School Board is the highest single employer, health |
| up of 4 main municipalities. The Town of Oakville and | | | | services and Sobey's food distribution centre give |
| the City of Burlington make up the urban area to the | | | | Milton a diverse range of employers. |
| south, and the Towns of Halton Hills and Milton make | | | | The Town Of Oakville - Oakville was founded in 1827 |
| up the largely rural area to the north. | | | | and is well renowned as a beautiful city situated on the |
| The City Of Burlington - Burlington is situated in the | | | | shore of Lake Ontario. With a population of around |
| south of Halton region, on the shore of Lake Ontario, | | | | 145,000, Oakville is a 30 minute drive from downtown |
| and is a vibrant and beautiful city close to Toronto. | | | | Toronto and is rapidly becoming a sought after place |
| With a population of around 160,000 people, Burlington | | | | to live and do business. |
| covers approximately 187sq km and has grown | | | | The City's heritage is proudly preserved with many of |
| considerably since its beginnings in 1784. | | | | the businesses in the centre converted 19th century |
| As a part of the 740km lakefront trail there are plenty | | | | buildings. Being so close to the Lake and Toronto, |
| of parks and recreational opportunities for the | | | | Oakville offers a multitude of recreational opportunities |
| inhabitants. With many festivals, museums, sports and | | | | from outdoor pursuits to shopping, restaurants and |
| activities available there is something for everyone. For | | | | nightlife of the big city. Also abundant are championship |
| added convenience there is a comprehensive public | | | | quality golf courses, performing arts festivals, parks |
| transport system that links up with the GTA transit | | | | and harbours. |
| "GO Transit". | | | | The booming business community boasts some |
| There are many large employers in the area covering | | | | international company headquarters and all manner of |
| a wide range of specialties. These vary from Financial | | | | manufacturing industry. Tourism is also a major player |
| Services, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Care and | | | | with over $88 million per year being generated by |
| Software Development to Business Services and | | | | visitors. The proximity to both Toronto and the USA |
| Automation & Robotics. The full list of businesses can | | | | with all the major types of transportation available will |
| be found at the Burlington Economic Development | | | | continue to give Oakville strong growth as a business |
| website. | | | | friendly city. |
| Town of Halton Hills - Halton Hills has a population of | | | | Overall, Oakville is a great place to live with good |
| just over 51,000 with a forecasted growth rate of | | | | schools, recreation and employment. The local |
| around 2.5%. Situated in the northern section of the | | | | transport system gives good access to the downtown |
| Halton Region, Halton Hills has many community | | | | core of Toronto and the GTA making it easily |
| events, parks and recreational opportunities for its | | | | commutable. |