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Medical Advisory - November 29, 2024

Medical Advisory: Increasing Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Transmission and Prevention Programs

Background Hamilton Public Health Services (HPHS) is notifying healthcare providers of increasing respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) transmission in Hamilton. Locally, RSV test positivity has increased over the past three weeks from 2.3% on Nov 9 to 3.3% on Nov 23. Provincial data shows an increase in hospitalizations due to RSV infection. RSV is a respiratory virus that is a common cause of

Public Notice - November 28, 2024

Intention to Designate 21-25 Jones St, Stoney Creek (The Powerhouse)

The City of Hamilton intends to designate 21-25 Jones Street, Stoney Creek (The Powerhouse), under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, as being a property of cultural heritage value. Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest This property, constructed in 1894, is a rare surviving example of an interurban railway powerhouse and is the only surviving structure in Hamilton of the four

Public Notice - November 28, 2024

Intention to Designate 2251 Rymal Road East, Stoney Creek

The City of Hamilton intends to designate 2251 Rymal Road East, Stoney Creek (former Elfrida United Church), under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, as being a property of cultural heritage value. Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest This property, formerly known as the Elfrida United Church, is a representative example of the Gothic Revival style of architecture as applied to a

Public Notice - November 28, 2024

Intention to Designate 134 Cannon St E, Hamilton

The City of Hamilton intends to designate 134 Cannon Street East, Hamilton (Cannon Knitting Mills), under Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act, as being a property of cultural heritage value. Statement of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest This property is a rare surviving example of a nineteenth- to twentieth-century industrial complex built in stages between circa 1866 to 1927 which

Public Notice - November 28, 2024

Passing of By-laws to Designate 7 Rolph St & 634 Rymal Rd W

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Hamilton has passed by-laws to designate the following properties as being of cultural heritage value under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act: 7 Rolph Street, Dundas ( By-law Number 24-199) 634 Rymal Road West, Hamilton ( By-law Number 24-200) These properties were designated by Hamilton City Council on the 13th day of November, 2024. Written Notice of

Public Service Announcement - November 27, 2024

Curbside yard waste collection ending for the winter season

HAMILTON, ON – Residents of Hamilton are reminded the week of December 2, 2024, will be the last week of curbside yard waste collection for the winter season. After December 6, 2024, residents are encouraged to take advantage of the City’s free yard waste drop-off program at any Community Recycling Centre (CRC). Curbside yard waste collection will resume on March 3, 2025, aligning with the

Public Service Announcement - November 25, 2024

Locke Street North Construction to begin

HAMILTON, ON – To safely complete road reconstruction, the City of Hamilton will be closing Locke Street North at York Boulevard (Ward 1), in both the North and South directions, beginning Thursday November 28, 2024 starting at 7 am. This work is anticipated to be completed and traffic restored at the intersection on Tuesday December 3, 2024 at 7 am, pending any unforeseen circumstances. To enable

Media Release - November 25, 2024

Voting in the upcoming HWDSB Ward 4 Trustee By-Election

HAMILTON, ON – In coming weeks, eligible residents of Ward 4 will receive voters’ cards with important information on how to vote in the upcoming Hamilton Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) Trustee By-Election. New for this by-election will be the option for online voting. In line with the City’s commitment to accessibility and convenience, this new option will be included, alongside

Media Release - November 21, 2024

City of Hamilton Responds to Auditor General’s Fraud and Waste Annual Report

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton appreciates the Office of the Auditor General’s (OAG) dedication to promoting transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement through the 2024 Fraud and Waste Annual Report. The findings underscore the importance of the Fraud and Waste Hotline as a critical tool for identifying and addressing issues, including steps to reduce future potential losses

Media Release - November 21, 2024

City of Hamilton’s Fraud and Waste Hotline shows merit over five years

HAMILTON, ON – In its fifth year of operation, the City of Hamilton’s Fraud and Waste hotline has received 127 reports, the second highest volume ever received, indicating that the hotline continues to be a vital tool to increase transparency and accountability. Out of the 127 reports received by the City of Hamilton’s Office of the Auditor General (OAG) between July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024, 33

Media Release - November 21, 2024

City of Hamilton Launches Interactive Budget Tool to Engage Residents in 2025 Financial Planning

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is enhancing public engagement in its budget development process with the launch of the Balancing Act Budget Tool, an interactive platform designed to empower residents to explore and provide input on the City’s budget priorities. This initiative aims to foster transparency and strengthen community collaboration in shaping Hamilton’s 2025 budget. The Balancing

Public Notice - November 20, 2024

PIC 2 for Dickenson Road EA

The City of Hamilton is undertaking a study to plan for Dickenson Road improvements, Upper James Street to Glancaster Road).

Public Notice - November 19, 2024

PIC 2 for Upper Wellington Street EA

The City of Hamilton is conducting a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study for Upper Wellington Street between Stone Church Road East and Limeridge Road East. The Study aims to address both transportation and stormwater/drainage needs, identifying road improvements to provide dedicated and safe infrastructure for all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, transit riders

Media Release - November 19, 2024

Toys for Tickets pilot program launches to spread holiday cheer

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is excited to introduce Toys for Tickets, a new pilot program that gives residents a chance to settle parking fines with toy donations this holiday season. Anyone with a City-issued parking ticket payable from December 2 to 6, 2024, can resolve it by donating a new, unwrapped toy of equal or great value. All donations will go directly to the United Way Halton

Media Release - November 14, 2024

City launches new Hamilton Fire Department Incidents Dashboard

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton has launched a new Hamilton Fire Department Incidents Dashboard, providing residents with timely information on active incidents that the Fire Department is responding to across the city. This secure, modernized platform for public safety information replaces the Hamilton Fire Department’s @HFD_Incidents feed on X (Formerly Twitter), a shift made necessary by

Media Release - November 13, 2024

The Order of Hamilton Open for Nominations

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the Order of Hamilton, which honours exceptional voluntary service to community building. The Order of Hamilton recognizes individual Hamiltonians who have made significant voluntary contributions that enrich the lives of residents and strengthen the community. Nomination forms can be found online at www

Media Release - November 13, 2024

Residents are encouraged to get involved in the City’s 2025 budget process

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton’s budget serves as a roadmap, outlining priorities that help shape the future of our community. Each year, Council determines how funding will be allocated across city services, programs, and infrastructure to ensure the City can continue delivering over 70 programs and services to residents, while balancing affordability and competitiveness in tax rates

Media Release - November 12, 2024

City sparkles with holiday spirit: Christmas tree installations begin across Hamilton

HAMILTON, ON – The holiday season is officially underway in Hamilton. The search for this year’s Christmas tree centrepieces is over, and beginning today, City Parks crews will begin installing Christmas trees across the City, starting with the winning tree in front of Memorial Square in Dundas. Each year, the City invites residents to donate the perfect tree to be displayed at one of three

Media Release - November 12, 2024

Statement from City of Hamilton on Building Collapse at 24 & 28 King Street East

HAMILTON, ON – On Monday, November 11, 2024, at approximately 6:45 am, the City of Hamilton’s Building Division was alerted to a reported building collapse at 24 & 28 King Street East in downtown Hamilton. A Building Inspector responded promptly and arrived on site at approximately 7:30 am. After the Hamilton Fire Department and Hamilton Police Service provided clearance to enter, the Building

Public Service Announcement - November 12, 2024

Santa Claus is coming to town – Hamilton Santa Claus Parade Road Closures

HAMILTON, ON – As the holiday season begins, road closures for the annual Hamilton Santa Claus Parade will take place, while celebrating along a new route in Ward 7 this year on Saturday, November 16, 2024. The parade will begin at 2pm at Upper Sherman Avenue and Acadia Drive, proceeding north on Upper Sherman to Limeridge Road East, west on Limeridge Road to Lime Ridge Mall Road, and north on