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Public input needed on Civic Square refresh

The City of Burlington will be refreshing the area surrounding City Hall. This includes Civic Square, City Hall’s front entrance and facade and the streetscapes of Brant Street and Elgin Street in the immediate area.

The public is invited to provide feedback on the overall look, feel and functionality of the space at one of three public engagement sessions. Dates and other important information are posted at getinvolvedburlington.ca/civicsquare.

Help us turn the area into a vibrant, exciting and accessible space where people can connect in the downtown core.

Some of the intended final design objectives for the refresh are:

• Enhancing community connections - Focus on walkability and amenities for pedestrians
• Preserving and enhancing nature
• Developing community identity - Bring together arts and culture through festivals, events and ceremonies
• Creating a welcoming, accessible and comfortable public space – A public space that is vibrant, safe and comfortable for all

Construction on the space will...

Interest-free loans now available for air-source heat pumps in Burlington

Burlington homeowners can now apply for an interest-free loan of up to $10,000 for the purchase and installation of an air-source heat pump. Application is done through the City’s Better Homes Burlington Pilot program. To apply online, visit Burlington.ca/betterhomes. 

Homes that are more energy efficient use less energy, save the homeowner money and produce less greenhouse gases.

As this is a pilot program, there is a maximum of 20 loans available. The application process will be open until January (unless the maximum number of loan approvals have been reached).

City staff are also available to act as a support for homeowners to assist in finding rebates and grants from businesses and different levels of government for the purpose of improving home energy efficiencies.

To connect with City staff or learn more about funding, visit burlington.ca/betterhomes or email betterhomes@burlington.ca.

What is an air-source heat pump?

Acting as a high-efficiency air conditioner in the summer, and a heater...

City of Burlington giving away 500 trees as part of annual Fall Tree Giveaway

On Saturday, Sept. 23, the City of Burlington is hosting its annual Fall Tree Giveaway. As part of the event, the City is giving away 500 trees of various species to Burlington residents to plant on their private property.

The giveaway is free. In order to receive a tree, residents must register in advance, show proof of registration upon arriving and have a vehicle to safely transport the tree. Quantities are limited. Residents are entitled to one tree per household.

Event details Date: Saturday...