Public Health launching spring COVID-19 vaccination campaign

This post, from April 19, has information for eligible community members who are at high-risk of severe illness from a COVID-19 infection.

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The City of Hamilton’s Public Health Unit, in alignment with the Ontario Ministry of Health, is encouraging high-risk individuals to receive their COVID-19 vaccination this spring.

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Influenza and COVID vaccines available for all Hamiltonians

This post, from October 30, has information on COVID and influenza vaccines being offered for all Hamiltonians.

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As of October 30th, all Hamilton residents six months of age and older can access flu and COVID vaccines through participating pharmacies, community care partners, and Hamilton Public Health vaccine clinics.

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PHS clinics offering Flu and COVID-19 vaccines for high risk groups

This post, from October 6, has information on COVID and flu vaccines for those at high risk of infection.

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The City has released information for those at higher risk of severe COVID-19 and influenza infection.

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City estimates Rutherford Avenue spill to be 59 million litres over 26 years

This post, from January 13, contains a release from the City regarding the Rutherford Avenue discharge.

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The City is estimating that 59 million litres of sewage has been discharged over 26 years from 11 properties on Rutherford Avenue in the City’s north end.

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Add a flu shot to your Xmas list this season

This post, from December 8, contains details on a flu vaccine clinic operating at LimeRidge Mall from December 9th through to the 21st

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With three serious respiratory illnesses continuing to plague McMaster Children’s Hospital, Hamilton Public Health will be offering walk-in flu shots at LimeRidge Mall from December 9 to 21.

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Artists painting Keddy Access Trail Mural Project on Aug 24 from 4-7pm

This article, from August 21, has details on the ongoing Keddy Access Trail Street Art Project.

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As part of the Keddy Access Trail Street Art Project, a team of artists will be painting murals on the Keddy Access Trail.

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Chedoke Creek remediation update: Targeted dredging work at Chedoke Creek to start soon

This post, from August 16, has an update from the City involving upcoming dredging.

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The City of Hamilton will begin dredging work at Chedoke Creek later this month, impacting those in Ward 8 who utilize the trails in the surrounding area.

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Main Street Immediate Safety Enhancements Update: Lane reconfiguration work beginning next week

This post, from August 12, has information on the City reducing Main Street from 5 lanes to 4.

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The City of Hamilton will begin work to reduce the number of travel lanes on Main Street from five lanes to four as part of its goal to improve roadway safety.

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Expanded eligibility of COVID-19 vaccine for ages six months to under five years

This post has information on expanded eligibility of COVID-19 vaccine for those aged under 5 years.

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Last week, the Ontario government announced eligibility would be expanded for a COVID-19 vaccine for ages six months to under five years. As of July 28, parents and caregivers can now book appointments for their young children to receive a COVID-19 vaccine using the City’s booking tool on www.hamilton.ca/GetYourVaccine.   

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City of Hamilton terminates COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

This post, from May 20, has details on the City of Hamilton ending its COVID-19 emergency declaration.

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With the City now declaring an end to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, residents will now be able to attend meetings at City Council.

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Councillor John-Paul Danko