Hamilton’s Chief Planner on Bill 17 – the Latest Conservative Planning Act Changes
Steve Robichaud says the City is reviewing the latest changes, reviewing what green standards it can retain, and will seek more details on proposed automatic minor variances.
PREVIEW: Hamilton Tourism Development Corporation Board of Directors on May 12, 2025
Hamilton’s four percent municipal accommodation tax is projected to generate $1,110,013 in 2025. However, spending out of the fund is expected to be $1,470,843, meaning $360,830 will be drawn from reserve funds built up in previous years.
Hamilton Expands Bird E-Scooters on the Mountain between Escarpment and Mohawk Road
Mountain residents can now ride the streets on a rental e-scooter. In a written update to City Council, Hamilton’s Acting Director of Transportation Planning Steve Molloy states Bird Canada will expand its rental service to Mountain neighbourhoods between the Escarpment and Mohawk Road. “The launch of the mountain expansion area is planned for Friday, May…
Renovated Hamilton Arena Too Busy for Brier Curling Championships
Good news is the $280-million arena renovation is drawing bigger events, but curling fans can be disappointed Hamilton is no longer able to host curling championships
Hamilton City Hall to be Significantly Impacted by New Provincial Development Charge and Building Rules
New rules will require Hamilton to wait to collect DCs under homes are occupied, streamline planning processes, and require following the Ontario Building Code.
GO Transit Posts New West Harbour to Niagara Schedule
Hamiltonians taking GO Trains at the West Harbour station will now have two more trips to Niagara, two added express service trips to Toronto on weekdays, and three daily trips each direction on weekends. Weekend Service Beginning on Saturday, May 17: Three semi-express trains to Toronto will depart at 13:16 (arriving at Union at 14:28)…
Preview: Hamilton Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee on May 15, 2025
It should be a routine meeting for the Agricultural and Rural Affairs Committee this month, with mostly consultative topics on the agenda.
City Delays Licensing Tribunal Hearing Due to Language Barriers
City alleges that a retailer sold vaping and tobacco products to underage minors – Council decided a translator is need to ensure the owner has a fair opportunity to defend themselves.
WEEKLY PREVIEW
Week Ahead: Hamilton Civic Meetings and Events for April 21 to 25, 2025
It’s the last week of the federal election campaign and Hamilton’s candidates will debate. Two OLT hearings, two City Hall meetings, and more in TPR’s weekly listing.
How Council Voted
How Hamilton City Council Voted: April 16 2025 Ratification Meeting
There were five divided votes during the April 16, 2025, Hamilton City Council meeting.
City Says 55 Water Employees May Be on Strike or Locked Out Starting May 15
No Board Report issued on April 27. City says minimal impacts expected if labour disruption occurs
Blogs and Columns
Joey’s Notepad: City of Hamilton Monitoring Bill 230 – Really?
Dog ate my homework – CBC is reporting the City claims it is closely monitoring Bill 230 on cooling apartments. There’s one problem: Bill 230 is dead (plus it was a private members bill.)
Joey’s Notepad: Following Up Whitby Council’s Crazy October Meeting
Whitby Council is a mess, with a Integrity Commissioner who didn’t shine much light on the issues, and they use a law firm instead of the Ombudsman to sort out closed meeting complaints.
Joey’s Notepad: Paying Hackers Ransom Proves Unwise for PowerSchool
When the City of Hamilton was hacked, it refused to pay ransom – because you can’t trust criminals
Joey’s Notepad: City Manager Moves Quickly to Hire New Public Works GM
Yesterday, Cluckie stated organizational structure changes are forthcoming. She is not yet hiring a replacement for the community services GM.
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More News
Hamilton Ward 8 Council Seat is Now Vacant
Earlier today, the extra edition of the Canada Gazette was published – starting the clock towards a September by-election voting day.
Repairs to Woodlands Park Washroom Underway for Late Summer Completion
City permitted encampment under structure overhang. A Jan 2, 2024 fire in the encampment caused over $1-million in damage.
City Renaming Glanbrook Arena Mezzanine to Honour Laverne Gaddye
Long-time Glanbrook volunteer and Hamilton Committee of Adjustment Member is currently in palliative care following a battle with cancer.
Hamilton Central Library Children’s Section Will Move Due to Adult Disruptions
Intoxicated adults and verbal outbursts have become all too frequent on the first floor of Hamilton’s Central Library, and as a result, the children’s section will be moving.
John-Paul Danko Wants to Spend $6.1-Million in His Final Council Action
Danko seeks to drain Ward 8 discretionary funds with a no-notice spending spree that will leave his successor with no ability to respond to unexpected infrastructure needs
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