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Media Release - April 25, 2025

City Celebrates Grand Opening of Magnolia Hall

HAMILTON, ON – The historic grand opening of Magnolia Hall marks a significant milestone for the City of Hamilton. The building, located on Hunter Street West, first opened in 1877 and has been transformed into a unique, new cultural programming space for our community to experience and take part in. The downtown landmark has been reimagined as a place to celebrate the community’s rich history and

Media Release - April 23, 2025

Our Future Downtown: Hamilton’s 10-Year Downtown Revitalization Strategy

HAMILTON, ON –The City of Hamilton is embarking on a 10-year Downtown Revitalization Strategy to reimagine and reinvigorate its downtown core. This initiative aims to transform downtown Hamilton into a thriving, vibrant hub that reflects the aspirations of residents and businesses alike. The Strategy will focus on City actions that will support business retention, attract new public and private

Public Notice - April 23, 2025

Enactment of Municipal Act Charges By-law

The City of Hamilton is considering the adoption of a By-Law to impose a charge pursuant to Part XII of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., 2001, c. 25 as amended and pursuant to Section 14 of the City of Hamilton Act, 1999, S.O., 1999, c.14, Schedule C as amended for the recovery of a portion of the costs associated with the construction of:

Media Release - April 22, 2025

Hamilton homeowners reminded to complete Vacant Unit Tax declaration by April 30

HAMILTON, ON – The City is reminding all homeowners to complete their Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration before Wednesday, April 30, 2025. The VUT aims to increase the supply of housing in Hamilton by encouraging homeowners to keep their properties occupied rather than vacant. All residential property owners must submit a VUT declaration – even if the property is their primary residence and is

Media Release - April 22, 2025

City Launches Stormwater Incentive Program and Fee Estimator Tool

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is launching a Stormwater Incentive Program and stormwater fee estimator tool to assist property owners in preparing for the new stormwater fee, which will start in April 2026. The City of Hamilton is transitioning to a dedicated stormwater fee to ensure a sustainable and equitable approach to maintaining our community’s stormwater infrastructure. Currently

Media Release - April 17, 2025

City of Hamilton and Hamilton Waterfront Trust working together to transition programming to the City

HAMILTON, ON – With Council approval, the City of Hamilton and Hamilton Waterfront Trust (HWT) will continue working to prioritize the seamless transition of existing programs and services. The Hamilton Waterfront Trust will dissolve, and over the coming months work through a planned transition with the City to ensure Hamiltonians can continue to enjoy the waterfront experience. Programming and

Media Release - April 17, 2025

Hamilton’s Temporary Barton-Tiffany Shelter Site Reaches Full Capacity

HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton’s temporary Barton-Tiffany Shelter site is now at full capacity and home to 80 residents previously living unhoused. While this is a temporary measure, it reflects the City’s commitment to expanding shelter capacity and supporting residents with dignity, safety, and access to mental health services, as longer-term affordable housing solutions continue to be developed. To

Media Release - April 14, 2025

City recognized with Open Data Accessibility Award

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton has received a national award recognizing its efforts to make information accessible and transparent for the public through modern, easy-to-use technology. Hamilton’s 2024 Open Data Accessibility Award, awarded by the Canadian Open Data Society, acknowledges the City’s ongoing efforts to ensure free and equitable access to its data through its Open Data Portal

Public Notice - April 14, 2025

Intention to Designate 1175 Main St E & 801 Dunsmure Rd

The City of Hamilton intends to designate these properties under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, as being properties of cultural heritage value. 1175 Main Street East, Hamilton (Memorial Public School) The 1919 two-storey brick school located at 1175 Main Street East is a representative example of the Collegiate Gothic architectural style that displays a high degree of craftsmanship. The

Public Notice - April 14, 2025

Permanently close a portion of untravelled road allowance abutting 302 Concession 14 East

Notice is hereby given pursuant to City of Hamilton By-law 14-204 to establish procedures, including the giving of notice to the public, governing the sale of land owned by the City of Hamilton, that the Council of the City of Hamilton proposes to pass a By-law to permanently close a portion of untravelled road allowance abutting 302 Concession 14 East, Flamborough.

Media Release - April 10, 2025

City joins Bloomberg Harvard City Program to transform planning approvals & build homes faster

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton’s participation in the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative – Innovation Track Program has already shown great progress, building on City Council’s commitment to support the construction of 47,000 housing units by 2031 helping to combat housing and homelessness within the City. The program helps municipalities address complex challenges and improve

Public Notice - April 08, 2025

Passing of By-laws to Designate 85 King St E & 223 Governor's Rd

TAKE NOTICE that on the 26th day of March 2025, the Council of the City of Hamilton passed by-laws to designate these properties as being of cultural heritage value under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act: 85 King Street East, Dundas - By-law Number 25-049 223 Governor’s Road, Dundas - By-law Number 25-050 Written Notice of Objection Any person who objects to the By-law may, within thirty days

Public Notice - April 04, 2025

Study Completion for Rymal Road EA

The City of Hamilton has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to address transportation issues along Rymal Road (Upper James Street to Dartnall Road). The road improvements have been planned as a Schedule C Project under Municipal Engineers Association Class Environmental Assessment (EA), (October 2000, as amended 2007, 2011, 2015, and 2023). Phases 1 through 4 of the process

Bus News - April 04, 2025

Bus News Spring 2025

Review the route changes and Spring schedules that will operate beginning Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Public Notice - April 03, 2025

Request to Repeal the Designation for the Former Troy School

The owner of 2295 Troy Road, Flamborough, (formerly addressed as 2295 Concession 3 West) has applied to the City of Hamilton to repeal Designation By-law No. 95-67-H under Section 32 of the Ontario Heritage Act. The former Town of Flamborough designated this property in 1995 under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, as being a property of cultural heritage value for both historical and

Public Service Announcement - April 02, 2025

City experiencing snowfall, transitioning to heavy rainfall

HAMILTON, ON – City of Hamilton crews began preparing last night to respond to more winter weather expected throughout today and ending early evening. Heavy rain is expected overnight into Thursday, April 3. With snow and freezing rain, roads crews are actively out on roads around the city and responding as required. Motorists are reminded to slow down for safety, maintain a safe following

Public Notice - April 02, 2025

Public Meeting - Framework for Processing & Evaluating Urban Boundary Expansion Applications

The City of Hamilton initiated amendments to the Urban Hamilton Official Plan and Rural Hamilton Official Plan, to implement a framework for processing and evaluating urban boundary expansion applications. The Planning Committee is holding a hybrid Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider amendments to the Urban Hamilton Official Plan and Rural Hamilton Official Plan. When: Tuesday, April

Public Service Announcement - March 28, 2025

City preparing for freezing rain over the weekend

HAMILTON, ON – City of Hamilton crews are on standby and ready to respond as needed, with up to 20mm of freezing rain and more than 40mm of rain expected beginning this afternoon through Monday, March 31. Freezing rain is anticipated on Friday night, Saturday night, Sunday morning and Monday morning. Tips to avoid flooding Keep catch basins in front of your home clear of debris. If your home has a

Media Release - March 26, 2025

City making progress on the Red Hill Valley Parkway Action Plan

HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton City Council received the Red Hill Valley Parkway Judicial Inquiry (RHVPJI) Management Update at its meeting today, March 26. City Staff provided a progress update at the March 19 General Issues Committee meeting, reporting that nine of 36 action items have been completed. The remaining action items are underway and expected to be completed by early 2026. “I appreciate the

Public Notice - March 26, 2025

Study Commencement & PIC 1 for Highway 52 & Powerline Road West EA

The City of Hamilton has initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process to develop and assess alternative solutions to address traffic safety and related concerns raised by the local community both at and immediately adjacent to, the intersection of Highway 52 and Powerline Road West.