Media Releases

  • Two men meeting at booth in City Hall lobby
    New lobbyist registry bylaw comes into effect on Jan. 1, 2024

    Burlington, Ont.— Dec. 12, 2023 — The City of Burlington will have a new lobbyist registry Bylaw effective Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. The new bylaw provides transparency about individuals and organizations who lobby City of Burlington public office holders.

  • Hand holding cell phone receiving emergency alert
    City conducting public test of Alert Burlington on December 14, 2023

    A test of Alert Burlington, Burlington’s public notification system for community emergencies will take place on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 11:45 a.m. Subscribers will receive a test notification through the communication methods they have selected.

  • Joint Statement on the Burlington’s 2024 Budget

    Burlington, Ont. — Nov. 28, 2023 — The City of Burlington has an approved 2024 Budget. Council brought forward 62 proposed amendments to the budget – a culmination of cuts, neutral motions, and additions.

  • 2024 Budget
    Council finalizes budget focused on essentials, front line services and preparing for growth

    Burlington, Ont.—Nov. 28, 2023— At today’s Special Council Meeting, Burlington City Council finalized the 2024 budget. Next year’s budget is focused on essentials, front line services and preparing for growth.

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    Embrace winter with outdoor fun and activities

    This winter, get ready to amp up the fun in Burlington. There are many opportunities for everyone to be active outside.

  • Modern second level residential unit showing kitchen and seating area with bright window
    Burlington City Council intends to allow four residential units per lot

    Burlington, Ont.—Nov. 21, 2023— To help with more housing options and supply throughout the City of Burlington, City Council approved a motion to declare its intention to allow four residential units per lot. This direction supports the City’s Housing Strategy to:

  • City selects Oanh Kasperski as new Director of Corporate Communications and Engagement

    Burlington, Ont.—Nov.20, 2023—The City of Burlington is pleased to announce Oanh Kasperski as the new Director of Corporate Communications and Engagement.

    With over 20 years of experience in communications and engagement leadership, Oanh has a proven track record of building strong reputations and fostering collaborative relationships.

  • snowplow plowing snow on road
    City of Burlington ready for winter 2023/2024

    With winter around the corner, the City is reminding residents about its snow clearing service levels as well as tips for staying informed about the City’s response during a snow storm.

    Snow Events

    Salting of primary and secondary roads is initiated at the start of every snowfall event and plowing will occur when an accumulation of 5 cm is reached.

  • graphic of bus, person walking with cane, cyclist, car showing Integrated Mobility Plan
    Burlington’s first Integrated Mobility Plan approved by City Council

    Burlington, Ont. — Nov. 15, 2023 — The City of Burlington has created its first Integrated Mobility Plan (IMP) to guide how people and goods move in and through our community for the next 30 years. The Integrated Mobility Plan Final Report was presented and approved by Burlington City Council on Nov. 14 and approved unanimously.

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    City sharing fire safety tips after recent increase in residential garage fires

    The Burlington Fire Department has identified an increasing number of residential garage fires occurring in Burlington over the last year. Approximately one in every four structure fire calls received were determined to have started in the garage.

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