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Jim Thomson: Why can't the city issue a report that includes the word asbestos, By Staff February 5th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Jim Thomson has been a regular delegator at City Hall. He know delegates virtually – his presence […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Former Bateman student has recommendations: Number one, stop the conversion of the playing field into a parking lot.. By Oubaida Ikharbine February 5th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Morning, my name is Oubaida Ikharbine. I am a proud and loyal citizen of Burlington and […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Starting February 26, One Fare will allow riders to pay once when connecting to and from the TTC and GO Transit, Brampton Transit, Durham Region Transit, MiWay and York Region Transit. By Staff February 5th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON The provincial government said it is keeping costs down for public transit riders with the launch […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Burlington Historical Society features former police vet, socialpreneur, impact producer and ordained minister as February speaker By Staff February 5th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON This is a bit of a different approach for the Burlington Historical Society Keda Edwards Pierre will […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Prospects for the Development of Gambling Regulation in Canada: Challenges and Opportunities By Jeff Vertes February 5th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON As we navigate the intricate landscape of gambling regulation in Canada, I, Jeff Vertes, a seasoned […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Has a way been found to improve how we elect our leaders? By Pepper Parr February 3rd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON The quality of our democracy is facing unprecedented threats. Low voter turnout, mistrust in institutions, polarization, […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
United Way into the final stretch - they need a boost from you By Staff February 3rd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON United Way Halton and Hamilton announced significant progress towards their fundraising goal of the 2023-2024 campaign. So […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Nisan asks Legislative Standing Committee: Where is my son going to live? By Pepper Parr February 3rd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Ward 3 Councillor Rory Nisan was the last of the Burlington speakers presenting to the Standing […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Doug Ford finally gets a break - Supreme Court says he can keep his screts By Pepper Parr February 2nd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Doug Ford finally gets a break. His marching orders to his Cabinet members can be kept […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Elementary school teacher reach tentative agreement with public school board By Staff February 2nd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON The Halton District School Board and the Halton Elementary Teachers-ETFO (Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario) announce that a […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
The rodent says it will be an early Spring. By Staff February 2nd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Wiarton Willie predicts an early Spring. Did we have a winter? Didn’t see his shadow – early […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	New Burlington Teen Tour Band Director and 80th anniversary tour at Courseulles-sur-Mer By Staff February 2nd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Burlington Teen Tour Band, Canada’s oldest and largest youth marching band, is set to delight audiences locally […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Statistically Canadians show an increasing trend of downloading apps By Dianne Hudson February 2nd, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Mobile technology has effectively given consumers a computer in their pocket or, for real tech lovers, […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	As You Like It – that Land acknowledgement - at BPAC until the 4th By Pepper Parr February 1st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON To start, the current event at the Performing Arts Centre Community Theatre has had sold out […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Transit Director speaks to community luncheon on service levels - gets challenged on closed washroom issue By Staff February 1st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Yesterday Burlington Director of Transit Catherine Baldelli was the guest speaker at a luncheon at St. Luke’s […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Henniges Automotive closing Burlington location By Staff February 1st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Henniges Automotive Holdings Inc. says it will close its Burlington, Ont., plant which makes vehicle sealing systems […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
The feeling one gets on seeing a fog bank By Staff February 1st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Most people would understand what someone means when they say a “fog bank rolled in”. Capturing such […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Why Tim Commisso decided not to seek a second contract to serve as City Manager By Pepper Parr January 31st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON It was a comment made during a meeting of the Ontario Big City Mayors (OBCM) – […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
Classic Albums Live at BPAC - adds a second date to the program By Staff January 31st, 2024 BURLINGTON. ON Favourite Classic Albums Live and its roster of A-list musicians from across the country will be performing […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)	Poverty in Halton - 49.7% of people living in poverty reside in Oakville, Burlington 21%, Milton 21%, Halton Hills 8% By Pepper Parr January 31st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON We neglected to give credit where credit was due. The report was written by Community Development Halton. […] Share this: Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) More Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)