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myvoteburlington.ca now live: Your source for Burlington’s 2026 municipal election
Posted on Monday, April 20, 2026 11:17 AM
Burlington, Ont.—April 20, 2026—Residents can now find information about Burlington’s 2026 municipal election in one place at myvoteburlington.ca. Voting will take place between Oct. 14 and 26, 2026.
Residents are encouraged to visit the new election website to learn more about:
- getting on the voters list
- voting options (online or in person at an advanced poll/on election day)
- running as a candidate
- working as election staff
- registering as a third-party advertiser
- and more
In October 2026, eligible voters in Burlington will vote to elect:
- Mayor of Burlington* (1)
- Six members of Burlington City Council* (one per ward)
- Regional Chair of Halton Region** (1)
- School Board Trustee(s) - Vote for trustees in one of four school boards, based on your school support. Choose from:
- Halton Catholic District School Board
- Halton District School Board
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- Conseil scolaire catholique Mon Avenir
*The Mayor and City Councillors also sit on Halton Regional Council.
**If passed, the proposed Better...
Parking Lot #13 Closure
Posted on Thursday, April 16, 2026 04:11 PM
Parking Lot #13 at City Hall will be closed from April 20, 2026 until April 2027 for the construction of Civic Square, City Hall façade and surrounding streetscape. Accessible parking spots have been temporarily relocated to Locust Street.
Annual spring events celebrate Burlington’s twin cities
Posted on Thursday, April 16, 2026 03:20 PM
Burlington, Ont.—April 16, 2026 – The City of Burlington’s Mundialization Committee invites the community to take part in two free events celebrating our city’s friendships with its twin cities, Apeldoorn, The Netherlands and Itabashi, Japan.
Canada Netherlands Friendship Day - Saturday, May 2Celebrate Canada Netherlands Friendship Day and the 21st anniversary of the twinning agreement between Burlington and its twin city, Apeldoorn, The Netherlands at this free event.
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: LaSalle Park Pavilion, 50 North Shore Blvd. E.
Featuring: Performances by the Burlington Teen Tour Band and Dutch treats
More information is available at burlington.ca/CNFD.
Sakura Festival – Saturday, May 9Join this free event to help celebrate the spring arrival of the beautiful Japanese cherry blossoms and Burlington’s 37-year friendship with our twin city, Itabashi, Japan.
Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Burlington Performing Arts Centre (Family Lobby), 440 Locust St.
Featuring:
- An opening performance by...
Notice of city-initiated minor bylaw amendments to Zoning By-law 2020 for housekeeping purposes
Posted on Monday, April 13, 2026 01:39 PM
TAKE NOTICE that the Corporation of the City of Burlington is providing this notice pursuant to Sections 34 and 39.2 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended, and the Burlington Delegated Authority Bylaw (By-law No. 71-2023), as amended, for housekeeping purposes to ensure clarity and to assist in the consistent interpretation and application of the City’s Zoning Bylaws.
The Director of Community Planning of the City of Burlington intends to pass the amending bylaw through delegated authority on May 5, 2026.
Purpose and effect of the proposed bylaw
The proposed housekeeping amendments would update Zoning By-law 2020 by adding references to the new residential zones in the Burlington Residential Zoning Bylaw to ensure the bylaw is clear and consistent.
Zoning By-law 2020 contains regulations such as minimum setbacks and landscape buffers to residential zones to ensure compatibility between residential and non-residential uses, and between different building types across the city....
Residents invited to Robert Bateman Community Centre Phase 1 opening celebration
Posted on Monday, April 13, 2026 12:00 PM
Residents are invited to celebrate the Robert Bateman Community Centre Phase 1 Opening Celebration, May 2, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Located at 5151 New St., the Robert Bateman Community Centre is a vibrant, multi-use hub where education, recreation, innovation, and community connection all come together under one roof. Built through strong community partnerships, the Centre is actively bringing people together through a wide range of programs, services, and shared space.
The afternoon celebration will include opening remarks by elected officials, a ceremonial ribbon cutting, and opportunities to explore the building. Residents can enjoy interactive activities taking place throughout the open areas of the building, connect with community partners, and experience all the Centre has to offer.
Burlington Public Library, Brock University, TechPlace and Halton District School Board will welcome residents into their spaces, offering information and interactive activities for all ages.
Activities...
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