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Mayor’s News Update – June 2025

Posted on Thursday, June 12, 2025 02:22 PM

Read the latest community news and updates from Mayor Marianne Meed Ward.

In this issue Mayor’s News
  • Council Approves Industrial Property Tax Payment Deferral Program to protect local businesses
  • Navigating Uncertainty: Burlington's Response to Tariffs and Economic Pressures
  • 325 Mayors and First Nation and Tribal Leaders Adopt Declaration on Preserving the U.S.-Canada Relationship
  • City Council passes bylaw to alter Burlington's ward boundaries
City News
  • Burlington receives Canadian Institutes for Health Research's Healthy Cities Grant
  • Get Involved in the creation of Burlington's Arts & Culture future
  • Spring civic recognition recipients honoured by City Council for volunteer commitment
Halton Council Updates
  • Canada-Wide Early Leaning and Child Care Program and Early Learning and Child Care Update
  • Supreme Court of Canada Decision on the CN Intermodal Project in Milton
  • Release of Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smaller Act, 2025 and Related Technical Briefing
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Townhall - April 15, 2025

Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 11:29 AM

Join Mayor Meed Ward and Councillor Galbraith for a Townhall at East Plains United Church on Tuesday, April 15 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.

The Mayor will present a brief State of the City address, Councillor Galbraith will present on growth plans for Ward 1, and city staff will discuss traffic and transportation.

This is your chance to hear directly from the Mayor on important topics affecting Burlington and to ask questions, voice your concerns, and provide feedback.

Your input is crucial in shaping the future of Burlington. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with your local government and be part of the conversation! We look forward to seeing you there.

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Townhall - February 19, 2025

Posted on Monday, February 10, 2025 09:17 AM

Join Mayor Meed Ward and Councillor Bentivegna for a Townhall at Haber Recreation Centre on Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 7-9 p.m. in Community Room 1.

The Mayor will present a brief State of the City address, and residents will have the opportunity to ask questions. This is your chance to hear directly from the Mayor on important topics affecting Burlington and to ask questions, voice your concerns, and provide feedback.

Your input is crucial in shaping the future of Burlington. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with your local government and be part of the conversation! We look forward to seeing you there.

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Mayor's News Update – January 2025

Posted on Friday, January 24, 2025 01:16 PM

Read the latest news and updates from Mayor Marianne Meed-Ward.

In this issue
  • A year in review: Reflections from the Mayor's Office on 2024.
  • What are we doing about congestion? Transit is key.
  • Council keeps same size, is reviewing ward boundaries.
  • Statement on respect in the workplace and a healthy democracy.
  • Mayor's Speaker Series - Questions and Answers.
  • Overall tax increase for Burlington in 2025 will be 5.82 per cent.
  • Burlington Focuses Flood Prevention Efforts Amid Growing Climate Risks.

Read the January 2025 Newsletter

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2025 Mayor's State of the City Address

Posted on Thursday, January 16, 2025 08:49 AM

Mayor Marianne Meed Ward invites you to attend the 2025 Mayor’s State of the City Address, an annual event taking place on Friday, January 24 at the Burlington Convention Centre. The Mayor will share her bold plans and vision for the coming year, share insights into the challenges and exciting opportunities ahead for Burlington. This is your opportunity to engage directly with the Mayor and to hear firsthand what’s ahead for the community and how we’ll address the most pressing issues facing our city.

When: January 24th, 2024, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Where: Burlington Convention Centre
This is a ticketed event and is sure to sell out soon—you can register today to secure your spot.

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