Ward 1 News, Meetings and Events

Ward 1 Community Meeting – September 13, 2023

You’re invited to a community meeting to hear about the latest projects, initiatives, and developments underway in Ward 1.

City staff will attend to provide an overview of the Better Homes Burlington pilot program which helps homeowners understand the options and incentives available for home energy upgrades. An interest-free loan is also available through the program for the purchase and installation of an air-source heat pump (maximum of 20 loans available).

Meeting details:

• Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
• Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m.
• Location: LaSalle Park Pavilion, Bayshore Room (first floor), 50 North Shore Blvd. E.

Exchange your old blue box and green cart:

If you're blue box or green cart is broken, bring it to LaSalle Park between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sept. 13 and we'll exchange it for a new one. There are very limited quantities, and it will be first come, first serve.

For more information, contact the ward 1 office by email or by telephone at 905-335-7777, ext. 7863.

Ward 1 Pop-up in the Park – August 24, 2023

You're invited to drop by LaSalle Park and share your thoughts with me about Ward 1 matters.

• Thursday, August 24, 2023
• 6 – 7:30 p.m.
• LaSalle Park, 50 North Shore Blvd. E. (at the picnic tables near the playground)

For more information, contact the Ward 1 office by email or by telephone at 905-335-7777, ext. 7863.

Ward 1 News Update – August 14, 2023

In this issue Ward 1 Updates

• Ward 1 Pop-up in the Park (Aug. 24)
• Waterdown Road construction update
• Fishing line receptacles at LaSalle Park Marina
• Bridgeview Park renewal
• Maple Park improvements

City Updates

• Looking for artists and performers for Culture Days
• Exclusive space at former Robert Bateman High School
• Public engagement for the new community centre at Robert Bateman High School
• Protecting oak trees from oak wilt
• 2024 budget survey open
• Congratulations Beverly Kingdon, Key to the City recipient
• Suggestions wanted for Burlington 150+ time capsule
• Burlington 150 swag items on sale
• Skyway Bridge Niagara bound closures extended
• City taking action on climate change
• Save water and money in your home
• City launching Better Homes Burlington pilot program
• Burlington Transit free for seniors all the time; youth on evenings and weekends
• Burlington Public Library's annual report
• City Hall renovations now complete
• Take the survey on city recreation programs
• Registration for fall/winter recreation programs
• Free...

Ward 1 Pop-up in the Park – July 19, 2023

You're invited to drop by LaSalle Park and share your thoughts with me about Ward 1 matters.

• Wednesday, July 19, 2023
• 1 – 2:30 p.m.
• LaSalle Park, 50 North Shore Blvd. E. (look for my sign near the parking lot)

For more information, contact the Ward 1 office by email or by telephone at 905-335-7600, ext. 7863.

Ward 1 News Update – June 29, 2023

Read the latest community news and updates from Ward 1 Councillor, Kelvin Galbraith.

In this issue Ward 1 Updates

• Ward 1 Pop-up in the Park (July 19)
• Stop sign coming to Merle Avenue at Filmandale Road
• LaSalle Pavilion rooms open for booking
• Bike racks added to Beachway Park

City Updates

• Canada Day celebrations
• Burlington Canal Lift Bridge lane closures
• Skyway Bridge Niagara bound closures
• Hwy 403 & Hwy 6 interchange improvements
• Procedure By-law review
• Burlington Transit summer youth pass
• Seeking writers and artists for Culture Days
• Walk-in swimming at outdoor pools
• Free swim dates at city pools this summer
• Enjoy outdoor movies this summer
• Concerts in the Park for July

Community Updates

• Join the WALK for Lupus Ontario (July 8)
• Burlington Car Show (July 8)
• Halton Islamic Association annual BBQ (July 15)
• Burlington Model Railway Club public viewing sessions (July 22 & Aug 12)
• Burlington Public Library - Aldershot Branch programs
• What's up Aldershot seniors?
• Food and toiletries appreciated

Read the July 2023 Ward...