 By Staff
March 27th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
All Provincial Offences Act matters (e.g., traffic tickets and offences under provincial legislation) scheduled until May 29, 2020 will be rescheduled. Do not attend court.
 Provincial Offences Court on Walkers Line All Provincial Offences Act matters scheduled from Monday, March 16, 2020 through to and including Friday, May 29, 2020 will be adjourned and rescheduled to a later date. If you have a matter scheduled during this time, you do not need to attend court. This applies to all POA courts in Ontario.
A notice of your new court date will be sent to you by mail to the address on file with the court. For more information, please contact your local Provincial Offences court.
Contact information for all municipal courts is available here: https://www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/courts/Court_Addresses/poa/
The following timelines have been extended:
Sections 5(6), 5.1(2)(b), 5.1(12), 9(1)(a), 11(1), 11(4), 17.1(6.1), 18(1), 18.1(5), 18.2(1), 18.3(1), 19, 66(1), 69(1), 116(2)(a), 116(3) and 135(2) of the Provincial Offences Act, and sections 5(2) and 5(3) of the Rules of the Ontario Court (General Division) and the Ontario Court (Provincial Division) in Appeals Under Section 116 of the Provincial Offences Act, O. Reg. 723/94.
A copy of the order is available on the Ontario Court of Justice website. It will also be available at all POA court offices as soon as practicable.
Please also be advised that the Government of Ontario made an order pursuant to s. s. 7.1 of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMPCA), suspending any limitation periods in statutes and regulations for the duration of the State of Emergency. This will impact timelines under the Provincial Offences Act and related proceedings. A copy of the order is available online at:
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/200073
Could be good news for those who were perhaps going to be fined for something.
 By Staff
March 26th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
 The Halton Regional Police Service has made a number of arrests in relation to a drug trafficking investigation in Burlington.
Investigation by the Burlington Street Crime Unit has led to charges against the following individuals;
Jahmael SMITH (22 years old from Burlington)
• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Cocaine)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Controlled Substance (Cocaine) – 2 counts
• Breach Probation Order
Christopher HANCOCK (33 years old from Burlington)
• Trafficking in a Controlled Substance (Cocaine)
• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Controlled Substance (Cocaine)
Shane RYAN (25 years old from Burlington)
• Possession of a Controlled Substance (Cocaine)
• Breach Probation Order
 Available at numerous locations and on-line. This model sells for $86.00 Matthew ST ONGE (28 years old from Burlington)
• Breach Form of Release
A search warrant was executed at a Burlington residence and the following items were seized:
• 7 grams of crack cocaine
• $2830.00 Canadian currency
• Two cellular telephones
• Two digital scales
All parties were released on an Undertaking (to appear for their court hearing)
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
By Staff
March 26th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
The Halton Regional Police Service arrested four males in connection to theft of alcohol from the LCBO in the City of Burlington on the 25th of March 2020.
 The LCBO looked like an easy target for four thieves- vigilant staff and customers got a license plate number – police arrested the four shortly after. Three males entered the LCBO on Appleby Line just before 4pm wearing bandanas over their faces while carrying cloth style shopping bags.
The masked males proceeded to load their bags with various bottles of alcohol. A fourth male was waiting outside the store in a Blue Dodge Caravan and proceeded to flee the area once the other males exited the LCBO.
Witnesses at the LCBO provided a description of the Dodge Caravan and licence plate to police.
Police officers attended the area and quickly conducted a traffic stop on the suspect vehicle. All four males were arrested without incident a short distance away from the LCBO.
The following individuals have been charged with one count of Theft under $5000:
• Tristan Bird (18 years) of Toronto
• Ivan Bird (47 years) of Toronto
• Miguel Soto (39 years) of St. Catharines
• Michael Moore (39 years) of Toronto
All parties were released on an Undertaking.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Constable Dave Macedo of the Burlington Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4747 ext. 2333.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
 By Pepper Parr
March 19th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
During times of social stress there are those out there who will look for a way to prey on the public.
The following is a vicious example of just how low someone will go to put their interests ahead of yours.
The sender of the email wants you to click on the link for the “requisition” and begin stealing your identity.
If you have COVID-19 concerns – here is the link you want.
By Staff
March 18th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
Effective immediately, to further assist in preventing transmission of COVID-19, all Halton Regional Police Service locations are closed for non-emergencies until further notice. We acknowledge that this will cause an inconvenience, but it is paramount that we all do our part at this time to ensure our collective health and safety.
For collision reporting, individuals can continue to attend our 20 Division location at (95 Oak Walk Drive, Oakville) to make a report between the hours of 10am and 6pm, seven-days-a-week. Those individuals can expect to be asked a series of screening questions related to COVID-19 to ensure the safety of our members.
 REDUCTION IN SERVICES
In-person record check services are suspended until further notice. Online record checks remain available here: https://www.haltonpolice.ca/about/courtsrecords/policerecordchecks.php. The members of our Records Bureau will work effectively to ensure minimal disruptions to the delivery of your record checks in light of these circumstances.
Until further notice, Freedom of Information Requests are to be made via mail only. Freedom of Information Release (in-person pick-up) is suspended until further notice.
Non-criminal fingerprinting is suspended until further notice.
IN AN EMERGENCY
If you have an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. It is an emergency if someone’s immediate health, safety, or property is in immediate danger or there is a crime in progress. For non-emergencies, dial 905-825-4777.
 Keep six feet between you and the people around you. Behaving this way is vital ONLINE REPORTING
To use our online reporting system:
• The incident must have occurred within Halton Region.
• The value of the property lost or stolen must not exceed $5,000.
• You must have a valid email address.
 • The incident does not involve lost or stolen licence plates or stolen passports.
• There is no suspect information (e.g., name, licence plate, photo). If you have a suspect, (e.g., name, licence plate, photo) contact Police at 905-825-4777.
For more information on COVID-19, please visit the Region of Halton’s website: halton.ca/COVID19
 By Staff
March 16th,, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
All Provincial Offences Act matters scheduled from Monday, March 16, 2020 through to and including Friday, April 3, 2020 will be adjourned and rescheduled to a later date. If you have a matter scheduled during this time, you do not need to attend court.
A notice of your new court date will be sent to you by mail to the address on file with the court. For more information, please contact your local Provincial Offences court.
Contact information for all municipal courts is available here:
 Provincial Court House – new location – Walkers Line north of Dundas In addition, please be advised that the Chief Justice has made an order pursuant to s. 85 extending certain timelines for the Ontario Court of Justice under the Provincial Offences Act until April 23, 2020.
The following timelines have been extended:
Sections 5(6), 5.1(b), 5.1(12), 9(1)(a), 11(1), 11(4), 17.1(6.1), 18(1), 18.1(5), 18.2(1), 18.3(1), 19, 66(1), 69(1), 116(2)(a), 116(3) and 135(2) of the Provincial Offences Act, and sections 5(2) and 5(3) of the Rules of the Ontario Court (General Division) and the Ontario Court (Provincial Division) in Appeals Under Section 116 of the Provincial Offences Act, O. Reg. 723/94.
A copy of the order is available on the Ontario Court of Justice website.
It will also be available at all POA court offices as soon as practicable.
By Staff
March 14th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
In light of recent developments in the region with respect to COVID-19, the Halton Regional Police Service is revising their call taking procedures.
Effective immediately, if you are calling our Service through either the non-emergency number, or via 9-1-1, you will be asked a series of strategic screening questions so that we can better assess the risk of potential exposure to COVID-19.
 911 operator at information console These screening questions, informed and guided by Public Health, will ensure that our officers are donning the appropriate personal protective equipment (incl. gloves and masks). This is for the protection of our frontline officers, as well as the protection of those we serve.
We urge members of our community to continue to use our non-emergency line and 9-1-1 line appropriately. Additionally, we wish to remind residents that for general information regarding programs and services offered by the Region of Halton, they may call 3-1-1.
By Staff
March 6th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
Burlington may have five retail cannabis operations but they aren’t getting all the business. The illegal market appears to be doing quite well.
Some of the illegal competition is having problems with the police.
The Halton Regional Police Service – Burlington Street Crime Unit concluded a three month drug trafficking investigation. On Wednesday March 4, 2020, two males were arrested and charged with the following offences:
Charles Micallef (38) of Burlington
-Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine) (2 counts)
-Possession for the Purpose Trafficking (Psilocybin)
-Possession for the Purpose Trafficking (Clonazepam)
-Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
Andrew Kreston (36) of Oakville
–Trafficking (Cocaine)
 Police version of a photo op A search warrant was conducted at a Burlington residence and the following drugs were seized:
-23 grams of cocaine
-2.1 grams of psilocybin
-129 Clonazepam Pills
Anyone with information in regards to this investigation is asked to contact Detective Scott Heyerman of the 3 District Street Crime Unit at 905-825-4747 ext. 2342.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
 By Pepper Parr
March 5th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
In the summer the Tottering Biped Theatre (TBT) creates contemporary, highly physical interpretations of Shakespeare. Since 2016, TBT has presented original takes on Shakespeare at the beautiful Rock Gardens of the Royal Botanical Gardens.
 The cool of a summer evening at the RBG Rock Garden watching a Shakespeare production. The team descends on the Gardens each August to present the contemporary issues they care about with flair to the words of the immortal Bard, marrying the traditional with the issues of today to inspire reflection, new perspectives, and change.
Founded in 2009 as a social justice inspired Theatre Company, they devise contemporary pieces through a workshop process spanning several years to create highly physical works of artistic excellence during the Fall/Winter.
They define their mandate as promoting conscious evolution through Theatre, emphasizing themes of social justice; their works have addressed poverty, Israeli-Palestinian relations, same sex marriage, violence against women, and mental health.
Unfortunately, the RBG has decided not to present the TBT work again after four years of collaboration and despite having the largest audience yet in 2019, so TBT found a new home it will be Shakespeare at the Castle – Dundurn Castle in Hamilton, Ontario.
“There are some things about this change that are incredibly exciting”, said Trevor Copp, Director of TBT. “This shift will radically improve our accessibility. We have always wanted to offer ‘pay what you can’ tickets, but the RBG dictated ticket prices, making this impossible.
 Dundurn Castle will be the new home for the Shakespeare program – more space is one of the advantages. With Shakespeare at the Castle, we will finally be able to make all tickets ‘pay what you can’ so that more people can get in and get their Shakespeare on!
“We will also now be much closer to downtown Hamilton at a location that is much more accessible by public transportation, again allowing more people to enjoy our shows and receive the benefits of the arts.
“We will also now have more artistic control over the work and be able to fully embrace our own Hamilton aesthetic while pursuing our goal of getting living wages into the hands of emerging professional artists in our area.”
 Trevor Copp watching a rehearsal. Trevor Copp has put a brave face on a terribly disappointing decision on the part of RBG. They are going to need some help to make this work.
For those who love Shakespeare and delight in the spin that TBT gives some of the memorable productions; you will see them again – this time with a Hamilton-centric spin, no doubt.
Copps set out the situation is crystal clear language: What We Need & What You Get.
“If we can raise the money to pay our artists this year, we can save the money we raise in ticket sales and put that towards next year’s budget. So, if we can get this money together one time, we will be able to sustainably carry on this project in subsequent seasons.”
“You can help make the transformation possible – Contribute here!
“Our goal is to make this a legacy series for Hamilton and the surrounding region, and this is the make or break year that will decide if that happens.
 Rehearsals for the Merchant of Venice “No amount is too small. Please consider contributing to this fantastic project!
 Michael Harrigan in Merchant of Venice – rehearsal This isn’t just about money. TBT’s take on Mid-summer Night’s Dream was something you will never see again.
Their production of Romeo and Juliet was different yet superb. They did Macbeth and Twelfth Night as well. Nothing shabby about any of them. This was theatre worth watching.
Keep an eye on how they are doing financially – and get on the band wagon.
Got Your Back $10-$99):
A social media shout out for the love! You logged in, filled it all out, and did what you could! It makes such a difference to us!
Patron Sponsor ($100-$499):
Recognition by name on our website and in our Shakespeare at the Castle programs.
Bronze Sponsor ($500-$999):
Above benefits + A poster signed by the cast and a full cast/crew “Thank You” photo
Silver Sponsor ($1K -$2.4K):
Above benefits + Pair of tickets for our dress rehearsal and Q&A talkback and photo op with the cast and director of Shakespeare at the Castle.
Gold Sponsor ($2.5K-$4.9K):
All above benefits +
– If you want to be the slick silent partner type, you get a coffee with one of our cast members before the show to learn about their experience and ask any questions you want!
OR
– If you want to shout it out, a 3-foot sign with your name or company name/logo will be displayed at the Dundurn Castle performances throughout the run + a quarter-page ad or your personal message/dedication in our program.
Platinum Sponsor ($5K-$9.9K):
How do you tell these actors that you want them to be on the stage next summer and for years after? Do something now.Contribute
 By Staff
March 4th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
When an individual finds that they have become a victim of a fraudulent act or a scam there is embarrassment and shame and often significant loss.
All too often the victim decides not to inform the police. There are very good reasons to keep the police in the loop.
 Towards that end the Halton Crime Stoppers, in partnership with the Halton Regional Police Service, will be hosting a free information session on Frauds and Scams on March 12, 2020.
March is Fraud Prevention Month and Crime Stoppers of Halton and Halton Regional Police Service know that information is the key to preventing these types of crimes.
Recognize, reject and report fraud!
The free Frauds and Scams seminar will take place at the Halton Regional Police Headquarters, Community Room, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM, on Thursday March 12, 2020.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Registration and information can be found at www.eventbrite.ca/e/fraud-awareness-seminar-tickets-92725680005
This seminar will highlight tactics utilized by fraudsters to collect your personal information, solicit funds, and/or compromise your security. We will also be providing tips on how to protect yourself and how to avoid becoming a victim of a fraud or scam.
By Staff
February 26th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
This is what society is up against.
A 14 year old boy has been charged with the following offences related to a series of bank robberies.
On February 26, 2020, police executed a search warrant at a residence in Kitchener and arrested a 14 year old male from Toronto. He has been charged with the following (25) offences:
-Robbery with Firearm x 3
-Robbery x 1
-Disguise with Intent x 4
-Fail to Comply with Youth Sentence Order x 4
-Fail to Comply with Release Order x 3
-Fail to Comply with Probation Order X 2
-Point Firearm x 3
-Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 x 2
-Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 x 1
-Utter Threats x 2
The robbery charges stem from the following robberies:
December 28, 2019 – Private residence in Halton Hills
December 30, 2019 – Bank of Montreal (Maple Avenue, Milton)
January 7, 2020 – Scotiabank (3rd Line, Oakville)
January 28, 2020 – Royal Bank (Guelph Street, Georgetown)
The accused has been remanded in custody until February 27, 2020.
Emma Cassidy (21) of Kitchener, was also arrested during the search warrant. She has been charged with:
-Uttering Forged Document
Cassidy was released on an undertaking.
These arrests have been made after an investigation into a series of armed robberies throughout the Greater Toronto Area. GTA Police agencies analyzed the incidents and noted an increase in armed robberies beginning in October of 2019. The robberies typically involved at least two armed suspects entering banks and retail locations and demanding cash, with a noted increase in violence by the culprits.
The investigation into bank robberies in Halton and the GTA is ongoing. Police would ask residents in the community remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity in the area of local banks or retail outlets. If residents witness a crime in progress, they are asked to call 911.
 Any tips or questions on this task force can be directed to Detective Sergeant Ellie Bale, Case Manager, Regional Robbery Task Force at 905-825-4747 ext. 2415.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
February 26th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
Having your wallet stolen is bad enough – for a senior it is devastating.
During the past six month predators were stalking older people, usually women, and stealing their purses.
The Halton Regional Police have arrested and laid charges against one male and two females in relation to multiple identity fraud incidents which occurred during January and February of this year.
A total of six purse thefts occurred in the City of Burlington and Town of Oakville from grocery stores targeting older adult females. The victim’s financial cards were used following the thefts to purchase items from retail stores as well as gift cards from local merchants. The estimated total loss is over $2,500.
Investigation by the Burlington and Oakville Criminal Investigations Bureau has led to the charges against the following individuals;
 Myriam Celis MUNOZ (female, 68 years old)
• Theft Under $5,000, two counts
• Fraud Under $5,000, five counts
• Personation with Intent, four counts
• Fraudulent Use of a credit card, four counts
• Possession of Property Obtained by crime, three counts
Luz Dary GARCIA CELIS (female, 51 years old)
• Theft Under $5,000, two counts
• Fraud Under $5,000, six counts
• Personation with Intent, five counts
• Fraudulent Use of a credit card, five counts
• Possession of Property Obtained by crime, four counts
Carlos Andres GUITERREZ BERNAL (male, 22 years old)
• One charge of: Fraud Under $5,000.
All three accused were held for a bail hearing on the 24th of February 2020.
Shoppers are reminded to pay close attention to their surroundings and keep a close eye on their valuables. Purses should be kept on your person at all times. Do not leave items such as purses and cell phones unattended in grocery carts while shopping.
Any fraudulent activity on your financial cards should be reported immediately to your bank and to police.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Derek Gray of the Burlington Criminal Investigations Bureau – Older Adult Abuse Investigator at 905-825-4747 ext. 2344.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
February 25th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
What will you do when you look at the rear view mirror and spot the police cruiser with a satellite dish mounted on top behind you?
Pull over.
The cruiser is part of a Public Safety Broadcast Network that the Halton Regional Police were leaders in getting off the ground.
More on just what is involved and the difference this is going to make.
 That satellite dish is the working end of the Public Safety Broadcasting Network that the Halton Regional Police were leaders in getting off the ground.
By Staff
February 19th, 2020
BURLINGTON, 0N
Here is how it went.
A van was stolen in Toronto.
 The driver gassed up in Burlington and then drove off without paying. The garage attendant call the police – that was at 1:00 pm
The driver parked the van in a parking lot at Guelph and Upper Middle Road where the police spotted the vehicle. That was at 1:25 pm.
The police report tells the rest of the story.
On February 18, 2020 shortly after 1:00 pm police were contacted by a gas station to report a fuel theft. The vehicle involved in the theft was stolen from Toronto.
Halton officers located the stolen van inside a parking lot at the intersection of Guelph Line and Upper Middle Road in Burlington at approx. 1:25 pm and parked behind it to initiate an arrest of the occupants.
The van attempted to flee the scene and intentionally struck the police cruiser and other surrounding civilian vehicles. With the help of one off-duty (Halton) officer who happened to be in the lot, police were able to arrest all three suspects without injury.
Arrested and Charged:
Gurdip Singh (27) of No Fixed Address
• Possession of Stolen Property over $5000
• Theft Under $5000
• Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
• Flight from Police
• Possession of a Controlled Substance (x2)
• Breach of Undertaking
Gursimranpreet Singh (20) of Brampton
• Possession of Stolen Property over $5000
• Theft Under $5000
Amarpal Singh (30) of Brampton
• Possession of Stolen Property over $5000
• Theft Under $5000
• Fail to Comply with Probation
All three accused were held for bail pending a court appearance in Milton.
The thieves had no idea just how much technology police have at their fingertips.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Candido Moniz at 905-825-4747 ext. 2316 of the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau.
Tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
By Staff
February 10th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
If you have been named in a police report and after going through the judicial procedure and were found not guilty of what you were charged with, or the police dropped the charge, be in touch with the Publisher of the Gazette and we will pull the original report and publish the results of the trial if you wish.
 This doesn’t have to happen; take a cab home. On February 7, 2020, just after 3:30 pm, Halton Police officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of 7 Highway and Sixth Nassagaweya Line in Milton. As a result of an investigation, Frank McCormack (26) of Halton Hills was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On February 8, 2020, just after 2:00 am, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Glenashton Drive and N Ridge Trail in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Gaetano Boncore (21) of Oakville was charged with operation while impaired and failure or refusal to comply with demand.
On February 8, 2020, just before 9:00 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Walkers Line and Mainway in Burlington. As a result of an investigation, Mary Crupi (24) of Burlington was charged with operation while impaired.
On February 9, 2020 just after 1:00 am, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of the 407 Highway and Derry Road in Milton. As a result of an investigation, Zaharija Panizovski (45) of Woodbridge was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On February 9, 2020, just after 1:30 am, Halton Police officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Donegal Drive and Kerry Drive in Burlington. As a result of an investigation, Cole Wegener (22) of Burlington was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On February 9, 2020 just before 2:00 am, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of Trafalgar Road and McCraney Street in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Kenneth Boyd (29) of Alton was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
The Halton Regional Police Service remains committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
Members of the public are reminded that driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is a crime in progress and to call 9-1-1 immediately to report a suspected impaired driver.
The Service’s Twitter and Facebook accounts should not be used for this purpose as they are not monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
By Staff
February 4th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
The city announced earlier today that its Legal Services department was successful in obtaining a permanent injunction against homeowners operating a commercial ‘party house’ in a residential area on Lakeshore Road near Goodram Drive in contravention of the City’s zoning bylaw.
 Wild parties, noises that went well into the early mornings. By law enforcement found their hands tied – a Judge untied them and gave the city a permanent injunction. The City had received numerous complaints about the property being rented for parties, weddings and other events. These events caused residents in the area great amounts of stress and denied them the normal enjoyment of their neighbourhood.
The order obtained by the City prohibits the use of the property for commercial purposes or otherwise in a manner not permitted by City’s zoning bylaw. The City was also awarded costs in favour of $9500.
The order is subject to a 30-day appeal period.
Background:
When the City receives bylaw enforcement related complaints, City staff review and investigate the complaint.
If it is determined that a bylaw infraction has occurred, then City staff begin by working with the property owner to gain compliance, educate the property owner and to ensure it doesn’t occur again.
The vast majority of complaints are dealt with in this manner
In instances where an agreement can’t be reached with the property owner(s) to gain compliance or there are repeat violations, the City may lay charges under the appropriate bylaw or seek to obtain compliance through other means, which may involve Superior Court proceedings, where appropriate.
The City receives over 4000 bylaw related complaints a year.
 Nick Anastasopoulos, Director, Building & By-Law Nick Anastasopoulos, Director, Building & By-Law, the man who has to handle those 4000 complaints said he was “very pleased with the outcome of the hearing. Residents can rest assured that the City will act when homeowners use their residences for commercial purposes such as banquets and other events that are not permitted under the City’s Zoning By-Law.
 Such uses consequently have a severe impact on residents and their neighbourhoods and it’s our responsibility to prevent that from occurring. City staff in Legal Services and our By-Law enforcement team worked closely with the Ward Councillor Shawna Stolte and residents to help bring about this successful outcome.”
Related news stories:
City tries to take action.
Police shut the house down
By Staff
February 3rd, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
If you have been named in a police report and after going through the judicial procedure and were found not guilty of what you were charged with, or the police dropped the charge, be in touch with the Publisher of the Gazette and we will pull the original report and publish the results of the trial if you wish.
On February 1, 2020, just after 11:00 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Maple Avenue and Main Street South in Halton Hills. As a result of an investigation, Charles Given (57) of Halton Hills was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
 On February 2, 2020, just before 10:00 am, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Queen Street and Tanners Drive in Halton Hills. As a result of an investigation, Marta Tremblett (33) of Halton Hills was charged with operation while impaired.
On February 2, 2020 just before 3:30 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of Third Line and Speers Road in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Viktor Zhygadlo (38) of Mississauga was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On February 2, 2020 just after 7:30 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of Appleby Line and Upper Middle Road in Burlington. As a result of an investigation, Fation Pogace (44) of Burlington was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
The Halton Regional Police Service remains committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
Members of the public are reminded that driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is a crime in progress and to call 9-1-1 immediately to report a suspected impaired driver.
The Service’s Twitter and Facebook accounts should not be used for this purpose as they are not monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
People charged with a criminal offence are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
By Staff
February 2, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
These photographs appeared on the Facebook page of a Gazette reader.
 An electric car, parked in a handicapped space with no permit in the window.  … and it is a city owned car. Ouch! Will the city look into this? The comments that were sent to us read as follows:
Parking enforcement parking in handicap spot at Costco Burlington.
This was on my Facebook. Pics were posted at 2:57pm yesterday. No handicap sticker.
This is what I mean with there is a lot of work to do to clean up the city. The sense of entitlement is overwhelming with City staff, their abuse of power and the continued waste of our tax dollars
Will this person be disciplined or another wipe under the rug?
Not much we can add to that other than that the city now knows.
Related news story:
More on the Burlington Brand.
 Tough for the driver of the car to miss the markings on the parking spot and the sign – given that they backed into the space. Penalty should be whatever the fine is for this infraction plus a note in their HR file.
By Staff
January 31st, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
If you have been named in a police report and after going through the judicial procedure and were found not guilty of what you were charged with, or the police dropped the charge, be in touch with the Publisher of the Gazette and we will pull the original report and publish the results of the trial if you wish.
On January 28, 2020, just before 4:00 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Main Street East and Thompson Road in Milton. As a result of an investigation, Cory Mowers (32) of Milton was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 29, 2020, just before 10:30 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Hinchey Crescent and Landsborough Avenue in Milton. As a result of an investigation, Kimberley Lalonde (46) of Milton was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 30, 2020 just before 10:00 am, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of Trafalgar Road and River Oaks Boulevard in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Andrej Kilinger (34) of Oakville was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 30, 2020 just after 4:00 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of Queen Street East and Tanners Drive in Halton Hills. As a result of an investigation, Martin Williams (37) of Georgetown was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 30, 2020 just before 8:00 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of James Snow Parkway and Highway 401 in Milton. As a result of an investigation, Bogumil Sasko (48) of Mississauga was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
The Halton Regional Police Service remains committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
Members of the public are reminded that driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is a crime in progress and to call 9-1-1 immediately to report a suspected impaired driver.
The Service’s Twitter and Facebook accounts should not be used for this purpose as they are not monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
 By Staff
January 27th, 2020
BURLINGTON, ON
The information set out below is provided to media by the Halton Regional Police who are committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
The Gazette takes the position that an informed society can make informed decisions. Which leads us to a bit of a predicament: for those who are found not guilty of an offence or for whom the charges are dropped there is no public record because the police do not report on what happens to a case that they turn over to the Crown prosecutor.
That is why we stopped publishing the information the police provide.
The police would prefer to have the information published and suggested we work with the Crown prosecutors. Our editorial resources are stretch to the limit as it is. We just don’t have the time to chase after Crown Prosecutors.
We are going to take different approach and put a statement at the top of each media release that will read as follows;
If you have been named in a police report and after going through the judicial procedure and were found not guilty of what you were charged with, or the police dropped the charge, be in touch with the Publisher of the Gazette and we will pull the original report and publish the results of the trial if you wish.
On January 24, 2020 just before 7:00 pm, Halton Police officers investigated a collision in the area of Royal Windsor Drive and Ford Drive in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Michael Borre (25) of Lindsay was charged with operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 25, 2020, just before 5:00 am, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Upper Middle Road and Trafalgar Road in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Zivko Kovacevic (42) of Oakville was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 25, 2020, just before 10:00 am, Halton Police officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Queen Street and Wellington Street in Acton. As a result of an investigation, Donald Reavely (48) of Kitchener was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 26, 2020, just before 1:00 am, Halton Police officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Wilson Street and Rebecca Street in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Donna Hoffman (64) of Toronto was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 26, 2020, just after 1:00 am, Halton Police officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. initiative in the area of Guelph Line and No.15 Side Road in Milton. As a result of this initiative, Laiju Kazhuthamalayil Paulose (37) of Scarborough was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 26, 2020, just after 9:00 pm, Halton Police officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. initiative in the area of Mill Street East and Main Street North in Acton. As a result of this initiative, Kyle Gorda (32) of Burlington was charged with dangerous operation, operation while impaired and blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 26, 2020, just after 10:00 pm, Halton Police officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Mountainview Road South and Sinclair Avenue in Georgetown. As a result of an investigation, Thomas Diardichuck (45) of Georgetown was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
On January 26, 2020 just after 11:00 pm, Halton Police officers responded to a collision in the area of River Glen Boulevard and Towne Boulevard in Oakville. As a result of an investigation, Kelly-Ann Cassidy (22) of Oakville was charged with blood alcohol concentration 80mgs or more, within two hours.
Members of the public are reminded that driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is a crime in progress and to call 9-1-1 immediately to report a suspected impaired driver.
The Service’s Twitter and Facebook accounts should not be used for this purpose as they are not monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Please be reminded that all persons charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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