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Wanted: Residents at the ready. Volunteer to be a member of Burlington’s new Community Panel.

Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 03:03 PM

Burlington, Ont.—Sept. 3, 2024— The City of Burlington is looking for volunteers to join its new Community Panel at getinvolvedburlington.ca/communitypanel. Through the panel, selected participants can choose which City topics and issues they want to share their feedback on. 

The opportunity to apply to be a volunteer on the panel is open to residents and Burlington business and property owners aged 14 years and older, of all genders, cultures, identities, and abilities. There is no limit to the number of panel members. 

How it works

To help the City build a diverse Community Panel that reflects a wide range of viewpoints in our community, interested applicants can follow the steps below: 

  1. Visit getinvolvedburlington.ca/communitypanel to apply. 
  2. Choose the topics of interest. Applicants will be asked to identify the types of City projects and initiatives that matter to them the most. 
  3. Be at the ready to share ideas and feedback. Successful applicants may be called on to share their input, based on...

Notice of intention to repeal and replace Procedural By-law 031-2021

Posted on Friday, August 30, 2024 09:00 AM

In accordance with the Public Notice Policy, The Corporation of the City of Burlington hereby gives notice of its intention to repeal and replace Procedural By-law 031-2021 as amended. The by-law will be reviewed at a Committee of the Whole meeting held on September 9, 2024 and subsequent meetings to ensure that it best supports good governance in the City.

Committee of the Whole will be held on Monday September 9th 2023 at 9:30 a.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 426 Brant St., Burlington, with members and staff participating in-person or remotely via Zoom. Staff directions resulting from this meeting will be brought forward to a future Council meeting. Further notice will be provided when additional information is available.

To seek additional information or provide written comments, contact clerks@burlington.ca

To delegate on this item please complete the delegation registration form by noon on Friday, September 6, 2024.

Mountainside Pool Closure

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2024 01:00 PM

Update, Aug. 29: Mountainside Pool will now be closed for the season in order to fully identify and fix a mechanical problem affecting the water visibility. We apologize for the inconvenience. The splash pad is not impacted as it runs on a different system and will stay open and be free during regular hours.

Nelson Pool will be open until Wednesday, Sept. 4.

Update, Aug. 28, 4 p.m.: Mountainside Pool will be closed all day Aug. 29 and the splash park will continue to be free and open 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. For other swimming and recreational opportunities, visit www.burlington.ca/dropinandplay

Update, Aug. 28: Mountainside Pool will be closed all day today, Aug. 28. The Mountainside splash park will be free and open until 6:30 p.m. For other swimming and recreational opportunities, visit www.burlington.ca/dropinandplay

Due to the unplanned technical issue at Mountainside Pool, the closure will be extended until at least 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28. The Mountainside splash park will be...

Labour Day

Labour Day: What's open and closed at the City of Burlington

Posted on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 12:58 PM

Burlington, Ont. — Aug. 28, 2024 — City of Burlington administrative services will be closed for Labour Day on Monday, Sept. 2. For a list of which City services and facilities are available on the long weekend, please see the summary below or visit burlington.ca.

Fireworks reminder
Fireworks are not permitted to be set off on Labour Day. The City's bylaw allows family (low-hazard) fireworks to be set off on Canada Day and Victoria Day only. More information about who to contact if you have a personal safety concern related to the use of fireworks is available at burlington.ca/fireworks.


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Burlington Transit Route 1 Hamilton GO Option

Posted on Thursday, August 22, 2024 01:47 PM

During the national rail strike, use Burlington Transit’s Route 1 to travel between downtown Hamilton and the Burlington GO station. Visit My Ride and click on Route 1 to view Route 1 stops, to plan your trip and see real-time bus locations.

Learn more...