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  • Tuesday Night Mountain Bike Races Return to Kelso Conservation Area
    April 23, 2024 — Conservation Halton Outdoor adventure seekers and mountain bike enthusiasts can now register for the popular Tuesday night Mountain Bike (MTB) Race Series at Kelso Conservation Area that starts in May. For 16 years, the race series […]
  • Mark Jooris To Be Honoured This Year By The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have created this rich tradition. This […]
  • Burlington Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2024
    The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame will be holding its annual induction ceremony on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the Burlington Golf and Country Club, with another stellar class of deserving inductees feted on the night. Mark Jooris, the current […]
  • Tyandaga Golf Course To Stay As 18-Hole Course
    March 20, 2024 — City of Burlington The City of Burlington’s picturesque Tyandaga Golf Course will remain as an 18-hole public course. At the City Council meeting on March 19, council approved a staff recommendation which included keeping the course […]
  • Blue Burlington Eagles Still Hoping To Soar To Good Deeds Cup Win
    By Kyle Marshall, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter With a little less than a week to go until the end of the Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup, the U13 A Blue Burlington Eagles still have their eyes on the prize. The Good […]
  • Halton Junior Boys Basketball Champions: Holy Trinity
    On Tuesday, Halton Region’s junior boys championship basketball game took place at Corpus Christi Catholic Secondary School in Burlington. Playing for the big win were Oakville’s Holy Trinity Titans and Milton’s Bishop Reding Royals. By half-time, the Titans had racked […]
  • Burlington Youth Hockey Team Taking a Run at Chevy Good Deeds Cup
    By Kyle Marshall, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A Burlington youth hockey team is vying to be the winner of the 2024 Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup. The U13 A Blue Burlington Eagles already sit second on the leaderboard and have goals […]
  • Local Long Drivers Storm the Grid in ULD Amateur Long Drive World Championship
    By Fareen Samji Amongst the 14 countries from around the world that competed in the 2023 ULD World Long Drive Championship (October 4–9) in Columbia, South Carolina, U.S.A., Team Canada Amateur Long Drive (ALD) sent a Canadian contingent of 35 […]
  • Tyandaga Golf Club Public Engagement: Residents Want Their 18 Holes
    By Jim Young Opinion. I attended Wednesday’s City Recreation Department public consultation on the future of Tyandaga Golf Club. Along with some 55 mostly local residents, we heard city proposals for a reconfiguration of that parcel of land as a […]
  • Teaching Girls Golf and Life Beyond the Green: Smashing Girls Calls for Applicants
    A local program for girls aged 11 to 17, called Smashing Girls, is looking for applicants who are interested in learning how to golf, build relationships with women mentors, develop skills that go beyond the game, and who wouldn’t otherwise […]
  • Cogeco Neighbourhood Rink Program
    The City of Burlington is encouraging neighbours to come together to maintain outdoor community ice rinks this winter at select locations throughout the city. Applications for the Cogeco Neighbourhood Rink program are available now at burlington.ca/neighbourhoodrink and are due by Nov. 30, […]
  • From Gridiron to Burlington Classrooms and Beyond: Jason Riley’s Hero’s Journey in “Taming Mad Dog”
    A hero’s journey: philosopher Joseph Campbell wrote in 1949 that a hero goes through many stages in their journey, leading them through lessons and setbacks, accomplishments, and successes. Along the way, the lessons taught help them better define the path, […]
  • Ride with the Tour d’Aldershot on Sept. 30
    While the Tour d’Aldershot, which will take place on Sept. 30 this year, may not be quite as large an affair as its namesake Tour de France, it certainly has an outsize impact on the community, as it helps to […]
  • The Unstoppable Laura Stremble: Special Olympics Star Shines in Bocce and Sets Sights on Rhythmic Gymnastics
    Not even a month off her gold and bronze Special Olympics wins in bocce, and Laura Stremble, Special Olympics Burlington’s first athlete to go to the world games, is already planning for her next round of competition — in a […]
  • Burlington Sports Hall of Fame Inducts a Stellar Class for 15th Anniversary
    The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) held its 15th induction ceremony on Tuesday, May 30 at the Burlington Golf and Country Club and it was an evening befitting the quality of the class of inductees for 2023. Mayor Marianne […]
  • Skating into Burlington’s Sports Hall of Fame This Year: Shelley Simonton-Barrett
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring the individuals who have created this rich tradition. This […]
  • Kate Psota Amongst Burlington Sports Hall of Fame 2023 Inductees
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have created this rich tradition. This […]
  • Dr. Marnix Heersink: Honouring BSHOF’s Second 2023 Inductee
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have created this rich tradition. This […]
  • Brady Heslip: BSHOF’s First INDUCTEE of 2023
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have excelled and made a difference […]
  • Burlington Sports Hall of Fame Celebrates 15 years
    On May 30, 2023, the Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) will induct another stellar class, which includes Shelley Simonton Barnett, Marnix Heersink, Brady Heslip, and Kate Psota. The evening will celebrate a landmark in the hall’s history: fifteen years […]
  • Burlington Sports Hall of Fame Inductees 2023
    The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is proud to announce its slate of inductees for this year’s induction gala set for May 30 at the Burlington Golf and Country Club. This year’s class includes one in the builder category […]
  • PROVINCIAL DECISION HELPS ALDERSHOT COMMONWEALTH GAMES PROPOSAL
    The recent provincial approval of Halton’s Official Plan will aid in a developer’s desire to include Aldershot in Hamilton’s 2030 Commonwealth Games bid. The provincial decision changed the designation of the property targeted for the games from “industrial” to “community […]
  • BURLINGTON POLITICOS WARMING UP TO COMMONWEALTH GAMES
    After sharing almost no information with the public for over eight months, even during the recent municipal election, members of Burlington City Council now seem enthusiastic about the proposed 2030 Commonwealth Games bid that could see Aldershot involvement. The topic […]
  • Burlington Letter of Support: Hamilton 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid
    By Lisa Kearns, City of Burlington Ward 2 and Regional Councillor The Hamilton 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid Corporation has drafted a letter of support outlining why the 2030 Commonwealth Games should be held in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Region. The […]
  • Turk Trtnay: 51 years of Dedication to Craft
    In main photo: standing at back, left to right, are Ron Southwick, Murray Drinkwalter, Turk Trtnay, Dave Foxcroft, and Rick Kalvaitis. Kneeling, left to right, are Jake Ireland, Kevin Baird, Jason Maggio, Ron MacVinnie, and Paul Duncan. This article started as […]
  • Local Hero Agada Continues to Inspire
    The accolades keep rolling in for Burlington’s Caleb Agada. Last week, Caleb was not only named as the top Canadian player in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) and was runner up for the top defensive player in the league, […]
  • BSHOF Induction Ceremony All About Pride in Roots
    The induction ceremony for the Burlington Sports Hall of Fame class of 2022 was another example of the great sporting heritage in the city of Burlington. It also brought out in each inductee a sense of pride in their Burlington […]
  • Bryce Leggatt Honoured by BSHOF
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have contributed to this rich tradition. […]
  • Fourth 2022 Inductee Honoured by BSHOF: Wendy Morgan
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have contributed to this rich tradition. […]
  • Third 2022 Burlington Sports Hall of Fame Inductee: Marcel Desjardins
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have contributed to this rich tradition. […]
  • Eric Smith Will Be Inducted into Burlington’s Sports Hall of Fame
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have contributed to this rich tradition. […]
  • Burlington Sports Hall of Fame Honours Cathy Phillips
    Burlington has a long and notable sports history that includes many outstanding athletes, coaches, officials, media, and volunteers. The Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (BSHOF) is dedicated to identifying and honouring these individuals who have contributed to this rich tradition. […]
  • Residents invited to meet and skate with Burlington gold medal Olympians Emma Maltais and Renata Fast
    Monday, March 14, 2022 — Press release from the City of Burlington The City of Burlington is honouring hometown Olympic gold medalists Emma Maltais and Renata Fast with a recognition ceremony and a free recreational public skate. Date: March 16, […]
  • BAY RUNNERS CAN RETURN TO VALLEY INN ROAD
    It’s official! The new Valley Inn Road bridge will be ready in time to accommodate the annual Around the Bay Road Race. Councillor Kelvin Galbraith made the announcement today at a meeting of the Partnering Aldershot group of agencies. “I […]
  • Jesse Lumsden Enjoying Life After Competing at the Highest Levels for More Than Two Decades
    Jesse Lumsden mapped out a unique career as a premier Canadian athlete, starting as a standout running back at McMaster University and finishing as an Olympic bobsledder. Born in Edmonton and raised in Burlington, Jesse knew he wanted to play […]
  • Burlington’s Maltais and Fast Help Propel Canada’s Women’s Hockey Team to Gold Medal Game
    Burlington natives Emma Maltais and Renata Fast each contributed a goal while captain Marie-Philip Poulin scored twice as the Canadian women demolished Switzerland 10–3 on Sunday.  The Canadians advanced to their seventh consecutive gold medal game, having played for the […]
  • Agada Dreams of the NBA While Playing Abroad
    Caleb Agada has played all over the world in his pro basketball career but still hopes to get a shot at the big time and play in the NBA. The 27-year-old Burlington native has played in countries such as Canada, […]
  • Local Hockey Hero Maltais Hoping to Build On Early Career Successes
    Burlington native Emma Maltais is trying to make a name for herself on the international hockey stage and has already put together an impressive resume. The 22-year-old has been skating since she was two and started playing hockey not long […]
  • VACANT ALDERSHOT LAND TARGET FOR COMMONWEALTH GAMES
    Could Aldershot be part of the 2030 Commonwealth Games? It may be a long shot, but it is possible. Burlington politicians have directed staff to work with the Hamilton committee seeking to host the games to determine the potential for […]
  • Local hockey phenom Renata Fast reflects on roots while looking forward to Beijing
    Renata Fast didn’t dream of playing professional hockey as a kid. When she first took to the ice as a youth, it was in the same capacity as many other girls her age, on figure skates at the Appleby Ice […]
  • Burlington Takes the Stage in Tokyo as Local Sailors Battle for Gold
    Those watching the Olympics this week might be surprised to find a bit of Burlington sailing hard across the shimmering blue waters of the Enoshima Yacht Harbour, the site of Tokyo 2020’s boat racing events. The team of Evan DePaul […]
  • Introducing Burlington Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2021
    July 6, 2021 — Press release From the Burlington Sports Hall of Fame SEAN FOLEY — Builder: Golf                     Attended Notre Dame Catholic Secondary School Recipient – Golf Scholarship Tennessee State University Began golf teaching career at Glenn Abbey Golf […]
  • Burlington Sports Hall of Fame: Angela Coughlan
    Angela Coughlan was inducted into the Burlington Sports Hall of Fame in 2008. She was born in London, Ontario, in October 1952 and arrived in Burlington in 1959. At the age of two, she fell into a public pool and […]
  • BURLINGTON’S WARMEST POOL TO REOPEN SOON
    Aldershot’s indoor swimming pool will reopen in April 2021. Councillor Kelvin Galbraith made the announcement recently at city council. The pool has been closed since June 2020 for a major overhaul. The reopening date represents a slight delay from the […]
  • Burlington’s Mirror: The Ron Edwards YMCA
    With all the beautiful facilities, programs, and amenities that make Burlington one of the best places in Canada to live in, one cannot look past the history of the YMCA as a central part of this cultural and philosophical mosaic. […]
  • A Standout in a City with Many Greats: Brady Heslip
    Burlington is a city with a heritage of great athletes that we can be proud of. One just has to peruse the website for the Burlington Sports Hall of Fame (burlingtonsportshalloffame.ca) to see the great athletes and builders (those who […]
  • TOUR D’ALDERSHOT TO ROLL AGAIN
    It may have only been the second time they’ve done it, but they hoped to raise at least $15,000 for an important Aldershot program. “We never really had a big fundraiser and we knew we needed one,” said Angie Crichton, […]