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Meet Taylor. Taylor is a delightful 3 ½-year-old brown tabby shorthair on the hunt for her forever home! Her journey has come full circle — originally adopted through Burlington Humane Society, Taylor is now back with us due to unforeseen… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Taylor

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Creative writing, in all forms, is laborious. Creative writing is continuous education. A good writer never declares their study of writing “complete,” but consistently strives to pursue their improvement in their craft… Read more: Pen to Paper: Brian Henry’s Writing Workshops Bring Stories to Life

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Sunday, December 15, Toys “R” Us Canada, in collaboration with Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada and Herb’s Secret Santa, spread joy and holiday magic to families facing the daily realities of serious childhood… Read more: Spreading Holiday Magic: Toys “R” Us and Starlight Children’s Foundation Unite to Support Families Facing Illness

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter December seems to disappear in the blink of an eye, leaving many of us scrambling to find the perfect gifts for the special people in our lives. If you’re still checking names off… Read more: Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide: Support Local and Find Unique Treasures

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Royal Botanical Gardens’ Winter Wonders event is back, running until January 5, 2025, transforming Hendrie Park into a breathtaking winter wonderland. This annual celebration seamlessly blends stunning light displays, interactive installations, and… Read more: Illuminating Winter Wonders: The Magic Behind RBG’s Holiday Tradition

Dec. 20, 2024 — Halton District School Board The Halton District School Board invites parents/guardians, students, staff and community members to a Public Information Session on Monday, Jan. 20 at 7 p.m. to learn more about the 2025-2026 school year… Read more: HDSB to host Public Information Session on 2025-2026 school year budget development process on Jan. 20, 2025

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 12 to 2 p.m., the residents of Burlington were cordially invited to an especially special luncheon. The Art Gallery of Burlington was happy to host its… Read more: Soup Served Hot at the Art Gallery of Burlington

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The City of Burlington is taking steps to introduce restrictions and a licensing framework for short-term rentals, a sector that has grown rapidly alongside traditional lodging options like hotels. These efforts aim to… Read more: City of Burlington to Regulate Short-Term Rentals

Meet this sweet black beauty: Wreck It Ralph! This handsome boy is as sweet as can be but feels shy and nervous in the shelter environment. He’ll need the gift of time and patience to settle into his new home,… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Wreck It Ralph

By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A flurry of watercolours and thought-provoking words coat canvas boards, each piece giving a glimpse into each of the artists’ thoughts and feelings — the artwork by regular Burlington citizens who were a… Read more: Canvas Connections: Exhibit Showcases How To Paint a Path to Mindfulness and Community

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Over the holiday season, United Way Halton and Hamilton (UWHH) organizes a Holiday Helping Hand program designed to deliver gifts and essential items to families throughout the month of December. In mid-November, UWHH… Read more: Lending a Helping Hand: United Way Wraps Up Holiday Cheer for Halton Families

This holiday season, let your generosity shine where it matters most: in the lives of children. By donating to Burlington Public Library’s Kids Learning Fund, you directly support literacy, creativity, and discovery for children in our community. Contributions help the… Read more: Donate, Delight, And Make a Difference With Library’s Annual Kids Learning Fund Campaign

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter It’s a story everyone knows. The people of Burlington certainly know it. A cursed prince, transformed into a wretched, hideous beast, denied his place in the world unless he experiences the liberating… Read more: Drury Lane’s “Beauty and the Beast Christmas Pantomime” is Goofy Fun

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Monday, November 25, 2024, a special announcement was made to a crowd consisting of the press and curious, concerned citizens at Joseph Brant Hospital in the Susan and Robert Busby Learning… Read more: Joseph Brant Hospital’s Mental Health Upgrades: A Path to Better Care, Says MPP Natalie Pierre

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Last week, the Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) held one of their bi-monthly Board of Trustees meetings and discussed many items relating to the board, which included details on a holiday competition… Read more: HCDSB Highlights Faith and Student Creativity in 12th Annual “Keeping Christ in Christmas” Contest

Ace is a 1.5-year-old lab mix. He is super friendly and loves to play and bombard you with kisses. Ace is accustomed to living with young kids but does need to work on his leash manners as he pulls when… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Ace

By Claudette Sims, Halton Master Gardener Final garden checkLast chance to put away watering cans, garden equipment, and hoses. TreesMake sure young trees and shrubs are protected from rabbits. Use tree wraps or wire baskets placed over smaller plants. Plan… Read more: December Garden To-Do List

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On December 2, Burlington City Council held their monthly Committee of the Whole meeting and discussed many items relevant to the city’s future, including an interim report about the composition of council and… Read more: Burlington Council Takes Next Steps in Ward Boundary Review, Favours Status Quo for Regional Roles

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The annual Youth Inspire Community Day (YICD), hosted by Dare to Be Youth (DTBY)’s Community Youth Council, delivered an empowering experience for youth across Halton, Hamilton, and Peel regions. Held at Appleby College… Read more: Stepping Strong: Dare to Be Youth Inspires Future Leaders at YICD 2024

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On December 2, Burlington City Council held their monthly Committee of the Whole meeting and discussed many topics relating to the city; a big topic on this month’s agenda was in relation to… Read more: Fare Play: Burlington Weighs the Cost of Going Free on Transit

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On December 1, Burlington Helping Burlington (BHB) held an event at Squires Gastro Pub entitled “Breakfast on Santa’s Tab.” The free event was a fundraiser for Liam’s Mission to benefit SickKids, all because… Read more: Santa’s Tab, Liam’s Mission: Burlington Helping Burlington Serves Up Breakfast and Smiles for SickKids

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Last night, Burlington City Hall became a beacon of hope and unity as members of the community gathered for a moving candlelight vigil hosted by Burlington Ubuntu Grandwomen. The event was organized to… Read more: Burlington Ubuntu Grandwomen’s Candlelight Vigil Shines Light on Violence Against Women

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The BurlLITFestival concluded its month-long celebration of literature and creativity with a heartfelt Open Mic matinee at the Burlington Public Library. The event brought together performers of all ages and backgrounds — writers,… Read more: Local Voices Take Centre Stage in BurlLITFestival’s Grand Finale

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 25, Burlington City Council held a special meeting regarding the formal endorsement of the 2025 budget by Mayor Marianne Meed Ward. Meed Ward released a joint statement with deputy mayor for… Read more: Burlington’s 2025 Budget Advances Amid Calls for Greater Transparency from a Vocal Minority

The City of Burlington invites First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists, groups and artist-led teams living in Halton Region (Burlington, Oakville, Milton, and Halton Hills) to submit an expression of interest to create a mural for the Mountainside Recreation Centre.… Read more: Call for Halton-Based Indigenous Mural Artists

Nov. 27, 2024 — Ontario Council of Hospital Unions and Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) CUPE healthcare workers at Joseph Brant Hospital held a demonstration today protesting job cuts that pose serious risks to patient care and expose the… Read more: Hospital workers Protest Staff Cuts and Patient Harm Caused By Ford Government’s Underfunding

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Sunday, November 27, Sahaja Yoga Meditation Network and their 100 Seeds of Joy initiative hosted their annual Festival of Inner Lights at the Burlington Lions Club, a heartwarming event that celebrates spirituality,… Read more: 100 Seeds of Joy Brings Connectivity and Empowerment at the Inner Lights Festival

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The holiday season is fast approaching, and if you’re looking for unique, thoughtful gifts for everyone in your life, Burlington has no shortage of great local options. Whether you’re shopping for a young… Read more: Your Ultimate 2024 Holiday Gift Guide: Local Burlington Finds for Everyone on Your List

Nov. 26, 2024 — Burlington Ontario Health Team Ontario Health Teams collaboration welcomes HealthPathways in CanadaThree Ontario Health Teams; Burlington Ontario Health Team, Greater Hamilton Health Network, and Middlesex London Ontario Health Team are thrilled to announce, in collaboration with… Read more: Ontario Health Teams Partner With Streamliners To Bring HealthPathways to Canada: Supporting Integrated Health Outcomes With Groundbreaking New Model

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Thursday, November 14, 2024, Joseph Brant Museum offered the people of Burlington an alternative movie night experience. Instead of catching a flick as usual at Cine Starz or Cineplex, filmgoers were… Read more: Peace by Chocolate Screened at Joseph Brant Museum: A Story of Refugee Resilience and Sweet Success

Burlington Humane Society is pleased to introduce Marge, this week’s adoptable pet of the week. Marge is a reserved and cautious cat in search of a quiet home where she can feel secure. She needs someone who understands that building… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Marge

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter To reach someone within your own city, you need a working cellphone. To reach someone on the other side of the world, you need a functional laptop and a good Wi-Fi connection.… Read more: The Life of a Burlington Psychic: Giving and Preserving Energy

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 23, the Aldershot Village BIA (Business Improvement Area) held their 22nd annual Village Tree Lighting event at 355 Plains Rd. E. The event featured around a dozen small businesses selling their… Read more: Aldershot’s Brightest Tradition Lights Up With Community Spirit

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Crate after crate packed high with quality food. A monetary fundraising number, swelling to the size of a blimp. A league’s worth of students and young athletes with boundless energy and tremendous… Read more: The Gift of Giving Back Scores Big at Nelson High School

Nov. 24, 2024 — Safe Streets Halton, BurlingtonGreen, Halton Hills Climate Action, Oakville Green, and Halton Environmental Network Safe Streets Halton, alongside BurlingtonGreen, Halton Hills Climate Action, Oakville Green, and Halton Environmental Network have released an open letter in response… Read more: Local Traffic Safety and Environment Organizations Respond to the Province’s Bike Lane Restrictions

The Halton Black History Awareness Society (HBHAS) invites Halton residents to join their annual holiday party on November 30 at the Burlington branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. Kick off the holiday season with dancing, a cash bar, and light… Read more: Get Your Tickets Now for The Halton Black History Awareness Society’s Holiday Party

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Should a cherished children’s tradition be interrupted by the conflicts of adults? The Burlington Public Library has decided that it should not. In the month of November 2024, the Burlington Public Library… Read more: Burlington Public Library Continues “Letters to Santa” Program Amidst Postal Strike

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 20, the Burlington Public Library held an author talk with Mona Susan Power as part of the Burlington Literary Festival (BurlLITFest). The talk, which the Library Speakers Consortium facilitated, focused on… Read more: Mona Susan Power At BurlLITFest: An Intimate Exploration of Heritage, Imagination, and Resilience

Embark on a literary journey in 2025 with Burlington Public Library’s exciting new program, BPL Reading Challenge. Starting this January, we invite adult book lovers to explore an extraordinary world through literature. Discover the read less travelledOver the course of… Read more: Introducing BPL Reading Challenge: 12 Months, 12 Themes, 12 Adventures for Adult Readers in 2025

Nov. 22, 2024 — Halton Learning Foundation 1000 HDSB students received emergency assistance since the beginning of this school year “Emma, Sophia, and Emily are three lovely girls living with their grandpa who was laid off work to take care… Read more: Halton Learning Foundation Kicks off “No Student Left Behind” Campaign to Support HDSB Families in Crisis

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Grandmother’s Voice conference, Truth with Reconciliation: A Healing Framework, recently united Indigenous elders, service providers, healthcare practitioners, educators, and more from across Ontario in Halton, often referred to as “the heart of… Read more: Healing Together: Grandmother’s Voice Conference Illuminates Truth and Reconciliation

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 14, Goodwill hosted its 18th Annual Power of Work Awards Lunch. The event took place at the Burlington Convention Centre and was well attended by both members of the community and… Read more: From Challenges to Triumph: Goodwill’s Power of Work Awards Celebrate Inspiring Journeys

Are you ready to open your heart and home to a gentle soul in need of love and understanding? Meet Simon, a beautiful two-year-old feline with a story of resilience and hope. Simon’s journey hasn’t been easy. Found near a… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Simon

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In the early hours of Tuesday, November 5, 2024, a suspected dispute between two individuals led to a fire that tore through 11 homes at 2039 Walkers Line, displacing dozens of Burlington residents. … Read more: Burlington Families Displaced by Devastating Fire Plead for Community Support

By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In our current day and age, diversity in media is now becoming more of a standard than a “maybe.” However, there are still many lessons to be learned on how to deliver strong… Read more: BurlLitFest Presents: Wanda Taylor on Crafting Authentic Diverse Narratives

Nov. 14, 2024 — Food4Kids Halton Food4Kids Halton announces that it is among the twelve finalists in iA Financial Group’s Canada-wide philanthropic contest. This charity has the chance to win a donation of up to $100,000 to provide over 1,200… Read more: Help Food4Kids Halton win a donation of $100,000: Vote Before November 27

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Canadian authors Karma Brown and Heather Dixon are reshaping the narrative around women’s fiction, challenging stereotypes, and expanding the genre’s universal appeal. Together, they’re dismantling the misconception that women’s fiction is exclusively for… Read more: The Human Connection: Karma Brown and Heather Dixon on Redefining Women’s Fiction at BurlLITFest

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 12, Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward held an event at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC) where she was joined by three guest speakers to discuss the anticipated population growth coming… Read more: Building Burlington’s Future: Mayor’s Speaker Series Talks Population Growth and Need for Lower-Cost Housing

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter There’s nothing like board games to evoke that affectionate feeling of nostalgia. What happy memories do you unlock when you open your storage cupboards to regard your own collection of games? Monopoly,… Read more: Nostalgia Games Cafe Celebrates One Year Anniversary

By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington’s Adam Assenza will defend his lightweight mixed martial arts title against Joash Walkins on Saturday, November 16 at the Americana Resort in Niagara Falls.  From his earlier years as a gymnast and… Read more: Ready to Rumble: Burlington’s Adam Assenza Gears Up to Defend His MMA Title This Weekend in Niagara

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On the evening of November 10, 2024, Burlington cadet units gathered for an overnight vigil next to City Hall in Veteran Square, where the Burlington Cenotaph stands, to honour the men and women… Read more: Burlington Cadets Hold Overnight Vigil in Honour of Canadian Veterans

I’m always impressed by marine infrastructure. The fact that we have so much of it on our shores of Lake Ontario should be celebrated. Hamilton Harbour — offloading the Algoma Discovery at Dofasco’s Pier 18! Fly with me,Your Personal Engineer… Read more: Watch: Fly Over The Algoma Discovery Offloading Its Cargo With Your Personal Engineer

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 13–14, 2024, The Meeting House in Oakville will host a pivotal gathering, entitled “Truth with Reconciliation: A Healing Framework.” This two-day conference, organized by local non-profit Grandmother’s Voice, reflects over a… Read more: A Healing Framework: Grandmother’s Voice Conference Marks a Decade of Work on Truth and Reconciliation

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 7, author Stanley Milford, Jr. sat down for a discussion with Brandon Adler about his new book, The Paranormal Ranger. In it, he recounts his experience as a Navajo Ranger dealing… Read more: Navajo Ranger Shares Paranormal Encounters in BurlLITFest Talk with Stanley Milford, Jr.

Burlington Humane Society is pleased to introduce you to Sunshine! This 7-year-old tabby and white fellow is looking for his forever home. Sunshine is finding shelter life stressful. He’s looking for a home without other pets. He prefers to be… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Sunshine

Nov. 9, 2024 — West End Home Builders’ Association The West End Home Builders’ Association (WE HBA) congratulates the City of Burlington’s Pipeline to Permit Committee for endorsing the proposed Surety Bond Pilot Program. While the Province of Ontario is… Read more: Burlington Leads the Province in Advancing a Surety Bond Pilot Program in Burlington

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The first week of the month-long BurlLitFest event wraps up on Sunday, November 10, with a meet-and-read session featuring Hamilton-born Anuja Varghese, the award-winning author of Chrysalis. Varghese recently received the Dayne Ogilvie… Read more: You Are Worthy of Representation: Anuja Varghese’s “Chrysalis” at BurlLITFest

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On Saturday, November 2, Shooterville Billiards Bar and Grill transformed into a retro paradise as locals from across Halton gathered for Burlington’s first official “Mrs. Roper Party and Fundraiser.” Inspired by the iconic… Read more: Burlington Embraces Groovy Fun for Charity at Mrs. Roper Party

By Marion Goard, Broker, Keller Williams Edge Realty Lifestyle changes are a natural cycle of life. At some point, we all come to the crossroads where our current lifestyle just doesn’t seem to fit anymore. Maybe you’re an empty nester,… Read more: Downsizing Doesn’t Have To Be Limiting — It’s Liberating: Join Nov.13 Seminar To Make Informed Choices

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Drury Lane Theatre, located at 2269 New Street, is a cozy, intimate venue with warm lighting, a fully stocked drink and snack bar, and rounded tables situated closely enough so that you… Read more: Drury Lane Theatre Celebrates The Holidays in Style With Holiday Inn

The Burlington Skyway Bridges — one built in 1958 and the other in 1985. Completely different construction methods and technologies. Fly with me,Your Personal Engineer Editor’s note: Your Personal Engineer has previously written about the Burlington Canal’s Lift Bridge for… Read more: Watch: Fly Over The Burlington Skyway Bridges With Your Personal Engineer

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter “Women are creators of universes, not just in bearing children, but in the way we care. We are the caregivers, weaving the fabric of society for the greater good. When women become enlightened,… Read more: 16 Days of Empowerment: 100 Seeds Of Joy Calls for Women to Reclaim Their Strength

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington may not be Stratford, but that doesn’t mean its inhabitants don’t have strong theatre aspirations. For our city’s ambitious writers especially, who may be in a restless state of creativity in… Read more: Get Writing: Theatre Burlington Issues Call For One-Act Play Submissions

By Darlene Duncan, Burlington Fine Arts Association Join us for the Arts Burlington Holiday Sale on November 16 and 17, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Art Gallery of Burlington. See and purchase the artworks of 150+… Read more: Arts Burlington is Warming Up for a Cool Holiday Sale!

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On October 25, 2024, the City of Burlington released the Mayor’s Proposed Budget Report. Outlined in the report were several key additions and changes from last year’s budget, including a tax increase of… Read more: Burlington’s Proposed 2025 Budget Tackles Key Investments and Affordability Amid Tax Increase

By Emily R. Zarevich, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter We all nurture fond childhood memories of days that were entirely ours. No schedules to follow, no extracurriculars to hurry to after school, no homework to complete, nothing pressing to do. Just… Read more: Local Author Button’s New Book Advocates Nostalgia and Unstructured Playtime

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On November 9, The Burlington Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and the Myriad Ensemble will perform Gustav Holst’s “The Planets” suite at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre (BPAC). Geoff Tiller, the principal trumpet player for… Read more: Celestial Sounds: BSO and Myriad Ensemble Unite for an Out of This World Performance of “The Planets”

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In Burlington’s Sadhana Yoga Studio, a unique and transformative space takes shape once a month. Here, Black women gather in a place created for healing, empowerment, and self-acceptance through yoga. Shelita Walker, a… Read more: Soul Sistas Yoga: A Sanctuary for Black Women’s Wellness in Burlington

Oct. 29, 2024 — Halton Food for Thought Halton Food for Thought is proud to announce we have been granted one of PepsiCo Foundation’s 2024 Community Impact Awards. The PepsiCo Foundation is the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, Inc., one of… Read more: Halton Food for Thought in Burlington Named a Top 100 Nonprofit in North America Receiving a PepsiCo Foundation Community Impact Award

By Jenny Corry Halloween is a time of year filled with thrilling excitement and eerie tales, and Burlington is no exception. When the leaves turn brown and the air grows crisp, the city transforms into a hauntingly beautiful place for… Read more: Festive fun and local lore of Halloween in Burlington

The Credit River Bridge replacement on the Gardiner Expressway. Replacing, expanding, and retrofitting a bridge carrying an incredibly busy highway like the QEW in Mississauga takes a huge amount of careful planning and an equal amount of patience on behalf… Read more: Watch: Fly Over The Credit River Bridge Replacement With Your Personal Engineer

The Burlington Humane Society is happy to present Blanche, who is ready to find her forever home! Blanche is a sweet 10-year-old girl who loves pets and sitting in the window or the cat tree. She arrived at BHS as… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Blanche

I have written a book entitled A Hero’s Journey: Beyond Little Norway and Olympia Sports Camp. The basic premise of the book is that we are all heroes of our own journey. I am now taking the lessons of “a… Read more: A Hero’s Journey: Ron MacVinnie

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On October 23, the City of Burlington held a consultation and ward boundary review for the Aldershot area. The event was held in the LaSalle Pavillion, located in LaSalle Park and was well-attended… Read more: Residents Gather in Aldershot to Discuss Burlington’s Ward Boundary Review Amidst Rapid Growth

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The third annual “Food, Fashion, Fun” fundraiser hosted by Lighthouse for Grieving Children and Families on Thursday, October 24, gathered supporters for an evening of connection, laughter, and heartfelt stories at the Oakville… Read more: “Food, Fashion, Fun” Shines a Light on Healing for Grieving Families

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Dare to be Youth (DTBY) recently hosted its annual Impact ’24 luncheon and live auction, bringing together community members to support youth empowerment. Held at Burlington’s Hagerty Garage and Social, the event featured… Read more: Rev Your Engine: Community Unites to Empower Youth at DTBY’s Impact ’24

Oct. 24, 2024 — Museums of Burlington Refuge Canada explores Canada’s place in the global refugee crisis. Through images, soundscapes, first-person accounts, and artifacts, this powerful exhibition begins, “No one wants to be a refugee, anyone could become a refugee.”… Read more: Joseph Brant Museum Hosts Special Exhibition of “Refuge Canada” From Nov. 2

Hamilton Harbour has a tremendous amount of steel fabrication and manufacturing capacity. Steel products move in and out of the harbour regularly in great volumes. Unloading the Resko’s cargo: lots of steel coils. Fly with me,Your Personal Engineer Eric Chiasson… Read more: Watch: Fly Over The Bulk Carrier Resko, Unloading Steel Coils, With Your Personal Engineer

By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In the midst of football Sundays and spur-of-the-moment coffee runs family and friend gatherings seem less than purposeful nowadays. Sometimes, it’s good to get back to one’s roots and focus on giving back… Read more: Litter League: Turning Clean-Up Efforts into Community-Funded Eco-Action

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The recent Action on Climate Change event, hosted by BurlingtonGreen on Oct. 19, showcased the power of local community action in the fight against environmental degradation. Held at the Burlington Centre mall parking… Read more: Action on Climate Change Event Inspires Community Engagement in Burlington

Oct. 21, 2024 — City of Burlington On Oct. 18, the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) notified the City of Burlington of their interim decision to uphold Burlington City Council’s decision to reject the development applications for 2020 Lakeshore Rd. The… Read more: Ontario Land Tribunal upholds Burlington Council decision to reject 2020 Lakeshore Rd. Application

Burlington Humane Society is proud to feature Alexander the Great as the Adoptable Pet of the Week. Alexander is a great cat. He is a beautiful medium-haired 11-year-old boy who came to us as a stray. He is a very… Read more: Adoptable Pet of The Week: Alexander The Great

By Kezia Royer-Burkett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter At the September 2024 Halton Regional Police Board meeting, officials addressed pressing community safety concerns, including updates on crime trends and budgetary matters. Milton’s policing efforts were a key focus, with the Chief… Read more: Rising Crime in Halton Sparks Urgent Policing Focus on Fraud and Property Theft

The Great Pumpkin Trail returns to Hendrie Park in Burlington. This enchanting event will take place on October 18 to 20, and Oct. 25 to 27, with time-ticketed entry starting at 5:30 p.m. each day. Journey into the scenic woods… Read more: The Great Pumpkin Trail is Back at RBG With Adults-Only Version On Oct. 24

By Jenny Corry Spooky season is quickly approaching at Ireland House Museum! This October 25, Ireland House Museum invites you to a fun and frightful Friday night to celebrate the Halloween season. Anyone over the age of 19 is welcome… Read more: Cocktails With a Side of Ghostly Tales Await at Ireland House

By Emily R. Zarevich We’re midway through October — Happy Halloween! It’s time to whip out the streaming services to scout out that perfect scary movie to put you in the right mood for the season. To make things really… Read more: Behind the Screams: Burlington’s Haunting Cameo in “Becky”

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Daven Seebarran, who is the founder of Drag Academy and manager of the Halton Equity Diversity Roundtable, has big plans for the future of drag as a respected art form, and for the… Read more: Drag Academy’s Daven Seebarran Reflects on Advocacy, Identity, and the Future of Drag: ‘We’re Just at the Beginning”

Shipping in bulk requires big facilities to load ships. P&H Milling is the largest Canadian milling company, supplying flour to countries around the world. Right next door in Hamilton, Ontario. Fly with me,Your Personal Engineer Eric Chiasson is a civil… Read more: Watch: Fly Over P & H Milling With Your Personal Engineer

By Jenny Corry Are you ready to get in the Halloween spirit? This coming Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Joseph Brant Museum invites you to their day of spooky and exciting Halloween activities. Complete an… Read more: Get Ready For Scary Fun at Joseph Brant Museum This Weekend

By Connie Price Get ready for a howling good time at the Howl-oween fundraiser that’s being held by Dream Team Search, Rescue, and Recovery Inc. in this, their tenth year of operation. Taking place at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in… Read more: Join The Pack At Howl-Oween Fundraiser On October 20

Jerry is a 14-year-old grey beauty who was surrendered to Burlington Humane Society as his owners had to move to palliative care. After arriving at our shelter, Jerry faced grooming challenges, uncontrolled hyperthyroidism, and ringworm. Thankfully, he’s now cleared from… Read more: Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Jerry

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter On October 8, Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services held its third annual Family Fall Fair; this year, the organization also unveiled its new Sensory Room. The room was updated through a fundraising… Read more: Woodview’s Family Fall Fair Unveils Sensory Room: A Campaign of Care and Community Connections

By Sydney Alexandra, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Burlington singer-songwriter Abby J Hall hosted an epic album release event at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre last weekend. The evening unfolded as a sold-out celebration of Hall’s deeply personal work, intersected with… Read more: Abby J Hall’s “Vital Signs” Brings Healing and Hope to Burlington Performing Arts Centre

By Emily R. Zarevich On October 3, 2024, the Art Gallery of Burlington offered a night of outside-the-classroom art and history education to rival any lecture tour put on offer by the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto. However, it… Read more: Mark Peck Talks Birds in Burlington

By Burlington Repair Cafe Team October 19 is International Repair Day and the Burlington Repair Cafe wants to celebrate it in a big way — with two locations at the same time: Burlington City Hall, 426 Brant Street, and Burlington… Read more: Celebrate International Repair Day On Oct. 19 With Burlington Repair Cafe

Vertical construction is daunting. Yet there’s a ton of it in the Greater Toronto Area — one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in North America. Fly with me,Your Personal Engineer Eric Chiasson is a civil engineer by training and a… Read more: Watch: Fly Over Vertical Construction With Your Personal Engineer

Burlington Literary Festival (BurlLITFest) is back for its fourth year! Burlington Public Library is excited to announce its 2024 festival lineup of literary luminaries and spellbinding speakers. Last year’s events filled up quickly, so literature lovers should mark their calendars… Read more: Booklovers & Writers, Get Ready for BurlLITFest 2024

By Jack Brittle, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Last week, TechPlace held its annual open house at 5500 N Service Rd., the organization’s headquarters. Entrepreneurs, mentors, and elected officials all gathered in Suite 801 of the building to showcase products and… Read more: TechPlace Powers Up: Sparking Innovation and Connecting Startups at Annual Open House

Bartina, or “Bart” for short, is a spirited and quirky girl who’s ready to find her forever home! Bart came to us as a mother-to-be, and shortly after her arrival, she gave birth to one precious kitten, who has since… Read more: Adoptable Pet of the Week: Bartina

By Maisha Hasan, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In the clamour of the various issues that come up each year in Burlington, the city tries (and sometimes fails) to meet every citizen’s concern. To try to address some of these resident… Read more: Burlington’s Pre-Budget Consultations Tackle Resident Concerns, Infrastructure, and Flood Recovery Ahead of 2025 Budget Finalization