Public Engagement
Learn how public engagement in Burlington connects residents, City staff and Council to share ideas, provide feedback and help inform City decisions.
Public engagement is engaging residents on decisions that affect their community. Good engagement is when the community, City staff and Council work together to listen and participate in meaningful and respectful ways towards a goal of informed decision-making. It is a two-way dialogue where all voices are listened to and heard. It is accessible, inclusive and diverse.
The City of Burlington’s mission is to provide the Burlington community with a clear and inclusive engagement framework that guides and supports meaningful public engagement in the City’s decision-making process.
How to be engaged with your local government
As a resident of Burlington, there are many ways for you to get involved with your local government and share your voice.
1. Get Involved
Getting involved means knowing what City Council is talking about. Get to know the issues at hand.
- Watch City Council and committee meetings – livestreams and recordings are available.
- Follow along with the meeting agenda.
- Subscribe to email updates about City news.
- Get the latest City news on our website.
- Follow on @cityburlington on X, Facebook and Instagram.
2. Have your say
Have a question or concern about your city? Have your voice heard.
- Contact your councillor
- Register to speak at a committee meeting.
- Participate in public engagement meetings, and contribute to polls and surveys about important City initiatives and projects on the City’s public engagement portal.
- Vote in the municipal election on Oct 26, 2026.
- Submit a petition or correspondence.
3. Serve your city
Have a role in providing advice and feedback to Council and City staff in a variety of issues.
- Apply to volunteer on a City board or advisory committee.
- Become a candidate in the next municipal election.
Upcoming Public Engagement Events
No upcoming events.