Provincial policy document: Places to Grow to get an upgrade - it will set out how much more residential growth Burlington will have to absorb.

By Staff May 3rd, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The policy announcement made yesterday by the provincial government covered a lot of bases. It said that: […]

Sport Field Status: Basically wet and sloppy except for artificial turf.

By Staff May 3rd, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   All Grass Multi Use Fields and Ball Diamonds will be closed May 3, 4, 5, & 6 […]

Where do those who have to rent or choose to rent fit into the new policy?

By Staff May 2nd, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The provincial government announced a program that, they say, will allow all Ontarians to find a home […]

Big business/manufacturers in the city give the city an earful - it wasn't all bad..

By Pepper Parr May 2nd, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   It was a major talking point at the State of the City address Mayor Marianne Meed […]

Steve Clark: 'Ontario needs more housing, and we need it now.' - the government then took action.

By Staff May 2nd, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The first word we got on the massive changes the provincial government was planning to make in […]

What did you do on Earth Day? Edge Imaging took care of part of the planet.

By Staff May 2nd, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   Climate change and how we are going to change the way we behave as inhabitants of this […]

City to hold Citizen Action Labs to get a better grip on just what role citizens should play in the setting of the agenda.

By Pepper Parr May 1st, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   City Hall has decided to take a hard look at what exists in the way of […]

Public school board has a busy schedule during Education Week - contest for pictures posted. Could be fun.

By Pepper Parr May 1st, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   With provincial funding for education taking a beating from the Doug Ford government the Halton District […]

Lake Ontario levels are expected to remain well above seasonal average values through May and into June.

By Staff May 1st, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON The latest information provided by the International Lake Ontario – St. Lawrence River Board (ILOSLRB) indicates that Lake […]

If you see thick black smoke on Friday - coming from the area where the Fire department is on Fairview - please don't call 911.

By Staff May 1st, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The whole country is taking part in Emergency Preparedness Week, this happens during the first full week […]

City wants designs for Park benches to be set up in Tansley Woods Park

By Staff April 30th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The city has put out a Request for Proposals for Public Art Benches – Tansley Woods Park […]

Parks and Recreation sets out Summer Play programs - invites residents to sign up for ParticipACTION and help Burlington get designated as one of Canada's Most Active Communities.

By Staff April 30th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   We are finally through April and heading into what might prove to be a chilly May – […]

Suppression of flammable liquids exercises and training to take place Friday.

By Staff April 29th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   If you happen to see a lot of smoke in the air near the fire station on […]

City wants to show off the collection of art on the streets of Burlington -includes half a dozen bike racks.

By Staff April 29th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   There is said to be excitement at city hall over the launch of the Art and the […]

'We listened', 'we adapted' and then made a decision. Best speech so far this term of council - made by a rookie.

By Pepper Parr April 27th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   It takes a little time for a newly elected city council to find itself. Five of […]

CRM was never intended to be a replacement for personal contact and commitment.

By Pepper Parr April 27th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON There is a little more in the way of an understanding as to how city hall wants […]

Is Caroline east of Brant going to see a proposed 8 storey medical services building transform into an 18 storey tower ?

By Pepper Parr April 27th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   I want to try and connect some of the dots. While walking out of city hall […]

City hall wants you to 'walk the talk' and then record your distance and psuh Burlington to the top of the list.

By Staff April 26th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   Burlington is getting ready to launch the Month of Play (June) and has three new exciting initiatives […]

Who knew? Phillip has known for years and the people who have property backing onto Tuck Creek south of Spruce might want to know as well.

By Pepper Parr April 26, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The Gazette has run a comments section since the day we started up. There are some […]

Public school board trustees looking for input from parents on class size changes proposed by province

By Staff April 26th, 2019 BURLINGTON, ON   The Halton District School Board trustees are reaching out to communities in the Region to gather feedback […]