News Releases

HAMILTON, ON - Today, Mayors and Chairs from the 11 largest municipal governments across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area held their regular weekly meeting to discuss the ongoing transition from Stage 2 to Stage 3. While parts of the GTHA remain in Stage 2, other parts have moved into Stage 3. The Mayors and Chairs shared what their specific municipalities are experiencing and how they are taking action to continue to stop the spread of COVID-19.

HAMILTON, ON - After a recommendation from Public Health Services and the Board of Health, today, Hamilton City Council voted to enact a by-law (By-law No.20-155 (PDF, 118 KB) that requires the wearing of masks or face coverings in enclosed public spaces. Beginning July 20, 2020 at 12:01 am, with some exceptions, all persons entering an enclosed public premise are required to wear a mask or face covering.

HAMILTON, ON - Earlier today, Mayor Fred Eisenberger joined Dr. Elizabeth Richardson, Medical Officer of Health, and the City’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Director, Paul Johnson to update media and the community on the City’s response to COVID-19.

HAMILTON, ON - Today, Mayors and Chairs from across Ontario, represented by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario, the Mayors and Regional Chairs of Ontario, and the Large Urban Mayors’ Caucus of Ontario, met to discuss the COVID-19 financial emergency.  Ontario municipalities are speaking with one voice to deliver one important message: Our residents cannot wait any longer. To protect municipal services, we need immediate provincial and federal support to cover lost revenue and additional costs caused by the COVID-19 crisis.

HAMILTON, ON - Earlier today, Mayor Fred Eisenberger joined Dr. Elizabeth Richardson, Medical Officer of Health, and the City’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) Director, Paul Johnson to update media and the community on the City’s response to COVID-19.

HAMILTON, ON - Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger has tested negative for COVID-19. The testing was done out of an abundance of caution after the Mayor experienced several symptoms the morning of June 25, 2020. The Mayor would like to thank everyone who sent well wishes over the past few days and would also like to remind the public that this virus is in our community and we must remain vigilant in maintaining physical distancing, practicing good hygiene such as handwashing and adhering to all public health recommendations.

HAMILTON, ON – Earlier today, Deputy Mayor and Ward 6 Councillor Tom Jackson, joined Dr. Ninh Tran, Associate Medical Officer of Health, and the City’s Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) Director, Paul Johnson to update media and the community on the City’s response to COVID-19.

HAMILTON, ON - Earlier today, Mayor Fred Eisenberger joined Dr. Ninh Tran, Associate Medical Officer of Health, and the City’s Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) Director, Paul Johnson to update media and the community on the City’s response to COVID-19.

HAMILTON, ON - Earlier today, Mayor Fred Eisenberger joined Dr. Elizabeth Richardson, Medical Officer of Health, and the City’s Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) Director, Paul Johnson, and Paul Takala, Chief Librarian and CEO at the Hamilton Public Library to update media and the community on the City’s response to COVID-19.