Make a Request

The Mayor attends many events, openings, celebrations, and ceremonies throughout the City of Hamilton.

If you would like to invite the Mayor to an event you must first submit a formal request in writing to the Office of the Mayor.

Requests must be made at least two months in advance. Please include the following information:

• date, time and location of the event
• description of the nature of the event
• the role the Mayor will play at this event (ie. speaker)
• name of the requester and contact information

Send your request using one of the following methods:

• Email: [email protected] (include "Invitation" in the subject line)
• Fax: 905-546-2340
• Mail: Office of the Mayor, 71 Main Street West, 2nd floor, Hamilton, Ontario L8P 4Y5

Once the request is reviewed, you will receive confirmation if the Mayor is able to attend or not.

Request for certificates should be sent to the Mayor’s Office at least two weeks prior to the date required. 

Please provide the following information:

• the name of the requester and contact information
• the full name(s) and address of the recipient(s)
• the address where the certificate is to be mailed or if you would like to pick it up in person
• the occasion being celebrated and the date of the birthday or anniversary
• the date when the certificate is required

You can make your request using the following methods:

• Email: [email protected] (include "Congratulatory Certificate" in the subject line)
• Fax: 905-546-2340
• Mail: Office of the Mayor, 71 Main Street West, 2nd floor, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5

A letter of greeting from the Mayor is issued to groups, institutions, individuals, organizations, or businesses for the following:

• arts and cultural celebrations
• charity fundraising galas and events
• city-wide sports tournaments
• conventions, trade shows, festivals
• significant anniversaries and awards

Include as much information about your event as possible, and submit your request at least 30 days prior to the event. Letters of greeting and messages from the Mayor are issued at the discretion of the City of Hamilton.

Send your request using one of the following methods:

• Email: [email protected] (include “Greeting Letter” in the subject line)
• Fax: 905-546-2340
• Mail: Office of the Mayor, 71 Main Street West, 2nd floor, Hamilton, Ontario  L8P 4Y5