Kokoro Singers at Barton Stone United Church

This post, from December 5th, has information on an upcoming concert series at the Barton Stone-Mount Hope United Church in Ward 8.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The Barton Stone – Mount Hope United Church will be hosting a series of events benefitting their bag lunch program, with the Kokoro Singers on deck for January 26th at 3pm.

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Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Review

This post, originally from November 1st, has details on the Community Safety & Well-Being Plan Review, which has been extended for feedback until December 20th .

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Hamilton is revising its existing Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Plan and Engage Hamilton wants to hear from you. The CSWB Plan brings together multiple sectors, including social services, health care, law enforcement, education and community organizations to address the root causes of community safety and well-being.

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City encourages residents to get involved in 2025 budget process

This post, from November 13th, has details on how you can participate in this year’s budgetary process.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The City of Hamilton is encouraging residents to have their voices heard over the coming months by providing their perspectives on the upcoming 2025 City budget.

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Public Health recommends RSV immunization for babies & pregnant people

This post, from November 5th, contains a media release from Hamilton Public Health regarding RSV immunization for babies as well as those who are pregnant.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Hamilton Public Health Services is encouraging parents and pregnant people to protect their babies from RSV as the fall respiratory illness season approaches.

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Jingle Bell Christmas Bazaar

This post, from November 4th, has information about Sts. Peter and Paul’s upcoming Jingle Bell Bazaar taking place on November 9th.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, located at 50 Brucedale Ave. E., will be hosting their Jingle Bell Bazaar this coming Saturday, November 9th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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Reminder: Notice of Neighbourhood Meeting

This post, from October 23, has information on an upcoming community meeting regarding 1494 Upper Wellington Street on October 28th.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

A letter has been sent to area residents about an upcoming neighbourhood meeting hosted by Councillor Danko and Ward 7 Councillor Pauls regarding the zoning by-law amendment application at 1494 Upper Wellington taking place on October 28th.

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Townhall on homeless encampments

This post, from September 11th, has information on a community townhall taking place September 16th at the Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

On Monday, September 16th, Councillor John-Paul Danko will be hosting a townhall at the Dave Andreychuk Mountain Arena.

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Residential Licensing Pilot Program

This post, from September 5, offers information on how community members can confirm if a housing unit is in compliance with the program and how to submit a request for inspection.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The Ward 8 Office has recently had a number of questions on rental housing license inquiries. As the Rental Licensing Licensing Pilot Program enters its second year, this post offers information on how community members can confirm if a housing unit is in compliance with the program.

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City of Hamilton receives award for 2024 budget

This post, from July 26, has information on a prestigious award recognizing the City of Hamilton’s latest budget.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the City of Hamilton a Distinguished Budget Award for its 2024 Budget. This marks the first time the City has received this prestigious recognition. 

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Councillor John-Paul Danko