Community Development Halton Blog

Across Halton, community connection is strengthened every day by people who choose to give their time and energy to causes that matter. At the centre of this movement is the CDH Volunteer Ambassador program—a dedicated team of volunteers who play a vital role in inspiring others to discover the power of giving back. Volunteer Ambassador Rose showing the Volunteer Connector platform to local students Volunteer Ambassadors act as welcoming guides to the world of volunteering. W

From May 4th through the 12th, Canadians participated in one of the country’s most important statistical exercises, the Census of Population. Across Canada, households completed either the short form or long form questionnaires, contributing to a national snapshot that will shape planning, policy, research, and funding decisions for years to come. While census collection has now passed, attention is turning toward the next major milestone: the release of the 2026 Census data.

Redleaf Cultural Integration’s step toward reducing barriers and increasing opportunities By Lily Hudson My connection to Redleaf Cultural Integration (RCI) is deeply personal. As an immigrant, I understand what it means to start over in a new country—the uncertainty, the language barriers, and how easy it is to feel isolated. I’ve also come to realize how invisible these struggles can be. People may appear to be adjusting on the surface, while quietly carrying a deep sense