That Petition: not much support for the Motion supported by a majority of Council members

By Pepper Parr April 1st, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The petition asking the Mayor to give up her Strong Mayor powers has yet to pick […]

Councillor Sharman: Appears to have forgotten what his job is -

By Pepper Parr March 30th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON OPINION The following is from the April newsletter sent out by the ward Councillor just yesterday. With […]

The significant salary increases during 2023 are not the only problem facing the city - the revolt on the part of a majority of Council members is very serious

By Staff March 30th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The province of Ontario released the 2023 Sunshine list; the document that sets all those who earned […]

Experiencing a total solar eclipse from a specific location is a rare privilege,

By Jan Vrbik. March 30th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The rarity of a total solar eclipse, set to take place over Niagara and select areas […]

I am thirsty

We remember the day. We call it Good Friday. The saints Mark, Luke and John are believed to have said the following at the time. […]

Sunshine list: number of people making over $100,000 increased by 16%. - from 393 names to 457

By James Portside March 28th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The province of Ontario released the 2023 Sunshine list; the document that sets all those who […]

Stern summarizes the provincial budget: 'No new taxes, no new tolls, no new fees'

By Eric Stern March 28th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   On Thursday Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy tabled a $214 billion dollar budget. The budget will invest […]

Rivers: By almost every measure, Ontario residents are worse off economically today than they were six years ago

By Ray Rivers March 28th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   There are always some things to like and hate in a budget. For example announcing a […]

Urban Design Advisory Panel looking for two professional architects to volunteer for its next two-year term

By Pepper Parr March 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The City Urban Design Advisory Panel is looking for two professional architects to volunteer for its […]

How much greenspace is there going to be at the Bateman Centre has always been a contentious issue

By Staff March 27th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   After deciding that the sports field at the rear of the Robert Bateman Community Centre will be […]

At best Mayor's response was insolent - no longer fit for office ? Treating her colleagues so shabbily

By Pepper Parr March 27th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   A colleague wrote recently that Mayor Meed Ward now faces a majority of council that, having […]

Scobie: The request is simple:  Restore these powers to the Council

By Staff March 27th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   Good Morning. I’m Gary Scobie and I appreciate the opportunity to delegate to Council on this important […]

Top 6 Recommended Casino Software Providers in Canada

By Jack Henry March 27th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   Are you a Canadian resident looking for reputable casino software to put your money on? Have […]

Councillor Nisan explains some of what happened at City Council today - skips the part of where he lives these days

By Pepper Parr March 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   We got the following from Ward 3 Councillor Rory Nisan who said: “The restoration of majority […]

Statement from Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward on Democracy & Governance at City Hall

By Staff March 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   I welcome any conversation about democracy, governance and how council can continue to work together in a […]

Mayor stiffs majority of her council - again

By Pepper Parr March 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The decision as to what at least four members of City Council wanted the Mayor to […]

eSports Are As Popular As Ever: What's Brought Them To This Point?

By Damon Wild March 27th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   eSports, or competitive video gaming, have become a global phenomenon, attracting millions of fans, players, and […]

Mayor will have her moment later today when she lets Council know if she is prepared to relinquish any of her Strong Mayor powers

By Pepper Parr March 26th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   The Special meeting of City Council will be called to order with Mayor Meed Ward chairing. […]

Lusink: 'Right now, the Real Estate market showing promise - may not be smooth sailing from here.'

By John Lusink March 25th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON Understanding the volatility of the Ontario real estate market means wrapping our heads around the many […]

What does a development charge mean to you?

By Pepper Parr March 25th, 2024 BURLINGTON, ON   Few people understand what a Development Charges is – they should – they substantially to the […]