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You can assume everyone of these people have a library card: Great competition

By Staff April 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Burlington Public Library announces the champions of this year's Grand Battle of the Books 2024 competition. Heartfelt ...

Documentary on personal mental health and the role exercise plays - to be screened May 6th

By Pepper Parr April 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON I am not sure that I would use the word “celebrate” to announce the screening ...

Gould hands out 56 Volunteer Appreciation awards

By Staff April 25th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON It was a hectic day for Burlington member of Parliament. She had to first be in Alliston ...

Spectator columnist has few kind words for Mayor Meed Ward

By Staff April 25th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON The following is a recent opinion column by Joan Little. When I read Mayor Marianne Meed Ward’s ...

Council approves 2024 Tax Levy Bylaw

By Pepper Parr April 25th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Burlington City Council approved the 2024 Tax Levy Bylaw at their last meeting. Council approval ...

City Administration Phone Service Disruption By Staff December 21st, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON Due to a phone outage, please reach out to the City in these ways. We are here to […] 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)	What do Canadians think about the economy they have to deal with? By Pepper Parr December 21st, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON Data and the big picture – does it help us in deciding what to do ? […] 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)
Eight teenage girls charged with second degree murder By Staff December 20th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON If we didn’t think we are a society in serious trouble – think again. Headline in 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)	As long as you don't have to shovel it - the snow is a great playground By Pepper Parr December 20th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON It is about to officially winter; a great time to get outdoors and make the best […] 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 Chamber of Commerce sets out its five priorities for 2023 and goes looking for new Board members By Pepper Parr December 20th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON Burlington Chamber of Commerce Terry Caddo The Burlington Chamber of Commerce speaks of a great first […] 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)	Get a sneak peek at how popular fashion trends and technology are working together By Alex Miller December 20th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON There’s been a revolution in the way people buy fashion. In the past, shoppers would head […] 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)
Art Gallery holiday hours and program offerings By Staff December 20th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON The Art Gallery of Burlington holiday Hours are: December 24: 10am – 3pm December 25: CLOSED December […] 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 challenge as we celebrate Hanukkah. and Christmas By Pepper Parr December 19th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON As we approach a time of year when the spiritual part of our lives is more […] 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)
Ontario Place will be bigger, better and partly private when provincial government completes its overhaul By Staff December 17th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON Some of the illustrations can be enlarged by rolling the cursor over them The Government of Ontario is […] 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)	Halton Public School Student EQAO grading was above average for the 2021-22 school year By Staff December 16th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON Despite the chaos on attending classes during the academic year the Halton District School Board the Ontario […] 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)
Hamilton Airport Does it Again - Best Canadian Growth Numbers in 2021 with 2022 looking even better By Staff December 15th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON The Hamilton airport people report that they have done it again. Statistics Canada data. Their growth numbers […] 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)	When will the Public Participation and Engagement in the Robert Bateman 'Adaptive Re-use' Project Take Place? Jim Thomson December 14th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON In a presentation to council yesterday, in the Engagement Matters, there is no mention of there having […] 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)
Break a leg Ray - four days to master the script and be able to sing as well. By Staff December 14, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON He was at first swamped – learning lines for a play that opens on Friday. That put […] 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)	Ultimate Road Trip Safety Guide For Families Travelling During the Holidays By Abbie Clark December 14th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON This isn’t the average family taking a trip – but can you imagine the fun they […] 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)
Pressing need for lifesaving blood and plasma donations, yet only 1 in 10 plan to give over the holidays By Staff December 13th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON While 6 out of 10 eligible donors in Canada believe donating blood or plasma over the holidays […] 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)	Can political influence play into decisions made by the Integrity Commissioner ? By Staff December 13th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON The following is a Letter to the Editor that appeared in the Hamilton Spectator today. It was […] 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)
When the violence has everyone in a court room trust is broken and is exceptionally hard to heal. By Staff December 13th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON Intimate Partner Violence results when a relationship does not have the strength and resiliency to handle new […] 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)	There will be service on Dec. 25-26 and Dec. 31-Jan. 1. By Pepper Parr December 13th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON It would be nice if they could get it right the first time. Collin Gribbons., part […] 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)
So now we know that they did know - they just didn't want you to know. ASBESTOS By Pepper Parr December 13th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON UPDATE: The Hazardous Material (Asbestos) Abatement is included in the construction contract estimates included in the staff […] 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)	Canada's Casino Legislation Updates in 2022 By Samuel Heller December 14th, 2022 BURLINGTON, ON iGaming, or online gambling, launched in Ontario, Canada, in April 2022. It opens the door for […] 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)