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The City of Hamilton has released its Staff Proposed 2026 Tax Budget (draft), outlining a responsible and transparent plan that protects essential services, supports sustainable infrastructure, and advances community affordability.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
December 12, 2025 at 10:05 PM
The City of Hamilton has released its Staff Proposed 2026 Tax Budget (draft), outlining a responsible and transparent plan that protects essential services, supports sustainable infrastructure, and advances community affordability.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre will be closed Dec 12, 2025 – Jan 18, 2026 for an emergency boiler system replacement. Residents are encouraged to visit a nearby recreation centre during the closure. Find a list of locations and more information at: hamilton.ca/recreation
December 12, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre will be closed Dec 12, 2025 – Jan 18, 2026 for an emergency boiler system replacement. Residents are encouraged to visit a nearby recreation centre during the closure. Find a list of locations and more information at: hamilton.ca/recreation
City of Hamilton Statement on today’s tragic event (December 11, 2025):
This is an extremely tragic incident and our hearts and thoughts are with the family and all those affected by this loss. The City remains committed to supporting the investigative process in every way we can.
This is an extremely tragic incident and our hearts and thoughts are with the family and all those affected by this loss. The City remains committed to supporting the investigative process in every way we can.
December 11, 2025 at 9:51 PM
City of Hamilton Statement on today’s tragic event (December 11, 2025):
This is an extremely tragic incident and our hearts and thoughts are with the family and all those affected by this loss. The City remains committed to supporting the investigative process in every way we can.
This is an extremely tragic incident and our hearts and thoughts are with the family and all those affected by this loss. The City remains committed to supporting the investigative process in every way we can.
Following a successful pilot phase, the City of Hamilton is making the HSR’s Fare Assist program permanent effective January 1, 2026, providing a 50% discount on transit fares for residents at or below the Low-Income Measure (LIM).
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
December 11, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Following a successful pilot phase, the City of Hamilton is making the HSR’s Fare Assist program permanent effective January 1, 2026, providing a 50% discount on transit fares for residents at or below the Low-Income Measure (LIM).
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
The Province of Ontario has approved a Ministerial Zoning Order (MZO) for the Jamesville redevelopment site. This is a key step toward delivering new housing, including deeply affordable and supportive homes for Hamilton residents.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
December 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM
The Province of Ontario has approved a Ministerial Zoning Order (MZO) for the Jamesville redevelopment site. This is a key step toward delivering new housing, including deeply affordable and supportive homes for Hamilton residents.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Here's the latest update from our talking trees:
Bark Vader: “My bark is so cold it might start chattering! But don’t worry, I’m still standing tall and strong, like a superhero. Humans, keep those mittens on, and I’ll keep pretending I’m not freezing my twigs off.”
Bark Vader: “My bark is so cold it might start chattering! But don’t worry, I’m still standing tall and strong, like a superhero. Humans, keep those mittens on, and I’ll keep pretending I’m not freezing my twigs off.”
December 9, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Here's the latest update from our talking trees:
Bark Vader: “My bark is so cold it might start chattering! But don’t worry, I’m still standing tall and strong, like a superhero. Humans, keep those mittens on, and I’ll keep pretending I’m not freezing my twigs off.”
Bark Vader: “My bark is so cold it might start chattering! But don’t worry, I’m still standing tall and strong, like a superhero. Humans, keep those mittens on, and I’ll keep pretending I’m not freezing my twigs off.”
#HamOntSnow Update:
We’re prepared for the changing weather conditions. Crews are out on the roads and will continue responding as conditions shift, including salting priority routes. Please drive to the conditions and give our crews the space they need to work safely.
Learn more: hamilton.ca/snow
We’re prepared for the changing weather conditions. Crews are out on the roads and will continue responding as conditions shift, including salting priority routes. Please drive to the conditions and give our crews the space they need to work safely.
Learn more: hamilton.ca/snow
December 9, 2025 at 8:34 PM
#HamOntSnow Update:
We’re prepared for the changing weather conditions. Crews are out on the roads and will continue responding as conditions shift, including salting priority routes. Please drive to the conditions and give our crews the space they need to work safely.
Learn more: hamilton.ca/snow
We’re prepared for the changing weather conditions. Crews are out on the roads and will continue responding as conditions shift, including salting priority routes. Please drive to the conditions and give our crews the space they need to work safely.
Learn more: hamilton.ca/snow
Hamilton Utilities Billing is coming!
Alectra Utilities is discontinuing water billing and beginning April 1, 2026, your water bills will be issued directly by the City of Hamilton through Hamilton Utilities Billing. Learn more about the transition: hamilton.ca/HUB
Alectra Utilities is discontinuing water billing and beginning April 1, 2026, your water bills will be issued directly by the City of Hamilton through Hamilton Utilities Billing. Learn more about the transition: hamilton.ca/HUB
December 8, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Hamilton Utilities Billing is coming!
Alectra Utilities is discontinuing water billing and beginning April 1, 2026, your water bills will be issued directly by the City of Hamilton through Hamilton Utilities Billing. Learn more about the transition: hamilton.ca/HUB
Alectra Utilities is discontinuing water billing and beginning April 1, 2026, your water bills will be issued directly by the City of Hamilton through Hamilton Utilities Billing. Learn more about the transition: hamilton.ca/HUB
Beginning April 1, 2026, the City will transition water, wastewater & stormwater utility billing from Alectra Utilities. Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/news-notices/news-releases/city-transitions-water-billing-services-streamlined
December 5, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Beginning April 1, 2026, the City will transition water, wastewater & stormwater utility billing from Alectra Utilities. Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/news-notices/news-releases/city-transitions-water-billing-services-streamlined
Support local businesses this holiday season with FREE two-hour parking in participating BIAs! #HamOnt Learn more at: www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbo...
December 2, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Support local businesses this holiday season with FREE two-hour parking in participating BIAs! #HamOnt Learn more at: www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbo...
Hamilton’s trees are talking! 🌳 Meet Bark Vader and Acer the Carbon Eraser, now equipped with sensors that share real-time insights about tree health and climate. Follow their updates all year long. 🌱 Learn more: Hamilton.ca/IfTreesCouldTalk
November 28, 2025 at 9:18 PM
Hamilton’s trees are talking! 🌳 Meet Bark Vader and Acer the Carbon Eraser, now equipped with sensors that share real-time insights about tree health and climate. Follow their updates all year long. 🌱 Learn more: Hamilton.ca/IfTreesCouldTalk
#HamOntSnow Update: Crews continue to apply de-icing materials on the escarpment accesses and Priority 1 roads at this time. Sidewalk and transit clearing units are out this morning as well. Follow along with our plowtracker: hamilton.ca/plowtracker
November 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
#HamOntSnow Update: Crews continue to apply de-icing materials on the escarpment accesses and Priority 1 roads at this time. Sidewalk and transit clearing units are out this morning as well. Follow along with our plowtracker: hamilton.ca/plowtracker
#HamOntSnow Update: Our crews are out on the roads and will be responding to the changing weather, including salting priority accesses. As always, drive according to weather conditions and give our crews space to operate. Learn more: hamilton.ca/snow
November 27, 2025 at 8:59 PM
#HamOntSnow Update: Our crews are out on the roads and will be responding to the changing weather, including salting priority accesses. As always, drive according to weather conditions and give our crews space to operate. Learn more: hamilton.ca/snow
Our Toys for Tickets program returns December 1 to 5, 2025, allowing residents to pay a City-issued parking ticket by donating a new, unwrapped toy of equal or greater value, helping local children and families this holiday season.
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/n #HamOnt
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/n #HamOnt
November 24, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Our Toys for Tickets program returns December 1 to 5, 2025, allowing residents to pay a City-issued parking ticket by donating a new, unwrapped toy of equal or greater value, helping local children and families this holiday season.
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/n #HamOnt
Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/n #HamOnt
Today, we’re recognizing National Housing Day at Hamilton City Hall. Join us as we reflect on the latest in safe and affordable housing and the work ahead to ensure safe, affordable housing for all. Watch the live stream at: youtube.com/insidecityof...
November 21, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Today, we’re recognizing National Housing Day at Hamilton City Hall. Join us as we reflect on the latest in safe and affordable housing and the work ahead to ensure safe, affordable housing for all. Watch the live stream at: youtube.com/insidecityof...
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#HamOnt Today, we honour transgender and non-binary people whose lives were lost to anti-transgender violence.
The @cityofhamilton.bsky.social stands with the community in grief, in solidarity & in the ongoing work to build a city where everyone can live safely, with dignity, and free from fear.
The @cityofhamilton.bsky.social stands with the community in grief, in solidarity & in the ongoing work to build a city where everyone can live safely, with dignity, and free from fear.
November 20, 2025 at 1:33 PM
#HamOnt Today, we honour transgender and non-binary people whose lives were lost to anti-transgender violence.
The @cityofhamilton.bsky.social stands with the community in grief, in solidarity & in the ongoing work to build a city where everyone can live safely, with dignity, and free from fear.
The @cityofhamilton.bsky.social stands with the community in grief, in solidarity & in the ongoing work to build a city where everyone can live safely, with dignity, and free from fear.
The City of Hamilton is kicking off the winter season with some fun outdoor recreation activities. From skating and tobogganing to winter golf and scenic walking
trails – there’s something for everyone.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
trails – there’s something for everyone.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
November 19, 2025 at 3:09 PM
The City of Hamilton is kicking off the winter season with some fun outdoor recreation activities. From skating and tobogganing to winter golf and scenic walking
trails – there’s something for everyone.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
trails – there’s something for everyone.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
The City is reminding residents that the week of December 1, 2025, will be the last week of curbside yard waste collection for the winter season. Residential yard waste can still be taken to a Community Recycling Centre for free year-round.
PSA >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
PSA >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
November 18, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The City is reminding residents that the week of December 1, 2025, will be the last week of curbside yard waste collection for the winter season. Residential yard waste can still be taken to a Community Recycling Centre for free year-round.
PSA >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
PSA >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
The proposed plan for Barton Street is here!
See how community feedback shaped it — and share your thoughts.
Join us Nov 25, 2025 at Westinghouse HQ or online via Teams.
Register online or in-person. Learn more at www.hamilton.ca/bartonstfunc...
See how community feedback shaped it — and share your thoughts.
Join us Nov 25, 2025 at Westinghouse HQ or online via Teams.
Register online or in-person. Learn more at www.hamilton.ca/bartonstfunc...
Barton Street Functional Design Study | City of Hamilton
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November 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
The proposed plan for Barton Street is here!
See how community feedback shaped it — and share your thoughts.
Join us Nov 25, 2025 at Westinghouse HQ or online via Teams.
Register online or in-person. Learn more at www.hamilton.ca/bartonstfunc...
See how community feedback shaped it — and share your thoughts.
Join us Nov 25, 2025 at Westinghouse HQ or online via Teams.
Register online or in-person. Learn more at www.hamilton.ca/bartonstfunc...
We’ve released the proposed 2026 Water Rate Budget. It outlines planned investments to keep Hamilton’s drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services clean, safe and reliable for everyone.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOntBudget
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOntBudget
November 17, 2025 at 8:08 PM
We’ve released the proposed 2026 Water Rate Budget. It outlines planned investments to keep Hamilton’s drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services clean, safe and reliable for everyone.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOntBudget
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOntBudget
The City of Hamilton appreciates the Office of the Auditor General’s dedication to promoting transparency, accountability and continuous improvement through the 2025 Fraud and Waste Annual Report.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
November 13, 2025 at 9:28 PM
The City of Hamilton appreciates the Office of the Auditor General’s dedication to promoting transparency, accountability and continuous improvement through the 2025 Fraud and Waste Annual Report.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
The City of Hamilton’s Office of the Auditor General (OAG) completed its sixth Fraud and Waste Annual report and for the first time since its launch in 2019, there were more recoveries than losses.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
November 13, 2025 at 6:36 PM
The City of Hamilton’s Office of the Auditor General (OAG) completed its sixth Fraud and Waste Annual report and for the first time since its launch in 2019, there were more recoveries than losses.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
The City of Hamilton, with support from the Ministry of Long-Term Care, has officially broken ground on the Macassa Lodge Redevelopment Project, a $61.4 million investment that will expand and modernize the long-term care home.
Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
November 13, 2025 at 5:01 PM
The City of Hamilton, with support from the Ministry of Long-Term Care, has officially broken ground on the Macassa Lodge Redevelopment Project, a $61.4 million investment that will expand and modernize the long-term care home.
Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt
November 22 is National Housing Day, and we’re hosting an event at City Hall on November 21 to recognize the efforts of the City, housing partners and the community in addressing homelessness and housing issues in Hamilton. Secure your spot before Nov 14: www.hamilton.ca/things-do/fe...
November 11, 2025 at 7:29 PM
November 22 is National Housing Day, and we’re hosting an event at City Hall on November 21 to recognize the efforts of the City, housing partners and the community in addressing homelessness and housing issues in Hamilton. Secure your spot before Nov 14: www.hamilton.ca/things-do/fe...
We've launched the 2026 Budget process, focused on affordability, transparency and investing in essential services like transit, housing, and infrastructure. Community feedback will also play a key role in helping shape Hamilton’s future.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
November 7, 2025 at 11:32 PM
We've launched the 2026 Budget process, focused on affordability, transparency and investing in essential services like transit, housing, and infrastructure. Community feedback will also play a key role in helping shape Hamilton’s future.
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...
Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...