News Releases

HAMILTON, ON – The City of Hamilton is continuing to monitor the presence of suspected decaying algae in various locations between the Desjardins Canal in Dundas and the Macassa Bay Yacht Club in Hamilton Harbour. At this time, staff are investigating and suspect that the recent increase in decaying algae is a result of high levels of nitrogen and phosphorous in the water which can lead to rapid levels of algae growth when there is significant heat and sunlight. This can result in unpleasant odours and floating algae mats in these locations.

HAMILTON, ON – In order to complete maintenance on the Lincoln M. Alexander Parkway (LINC), the City of Hamilton will be closing the LINC in the eastbound and westbound direction beginning on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 11 pm until Monday, May 30 at 4 am.

Notice is hereby given pursuant to City of Hamilton By-law 14-204 (PDF, 286 KB) to establish procedures, including the giving of notice to the public, governing the sale of land owned by the City of Hamilton, that the Council of the City of Hamilton proposes to pass a By-law to permanently close a portion of public unassumed alleyway abutting 192 East 22nd Street, Hamilton.

HAMILTON, ON – With the 2022 provincial election campaign officially underway, the City of Hamilton has released its list of priorities, outlined in the Our Plan, Our Priorities: Building a Brighter Future for Hamilton report. The goals are in line with the Term of Council priorities and are aimed at building a stronger and more inclusive Hamilton for all residents.

HAMILTON, ON - This morning, Mayor Fred Eisenberger, with the support of the City’s Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), sent notice to the Province of Ontario terminating the municipal emergency declaration for the City of Hamilton that was first declared on April 17, 2020 in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic. The following updates and changes are in line with and as a result of the City’s termination of the COVID-19 emergency declaration:  

HAMILTON, ON – The Hamilton Fire Department is reminding residents to set off and dispose of fireworks safely to minimize the risk of fire and burn injuries. 

HAMILTON, ON – Construction is now complete at Valley Park Community Centre, with staff ready to welcome residents back to the newly renovated facility. To mark the occasion, free drop-in open swim and gym programming will be offered between May 4 to 7, 2022. Regular drop-in swim and gym programs are set to begin on May 9, 2022, with a gradual return to full programming anticipated in the fall.  Since closing its doors for renovations in July 2019, the City has invested approximately $14M into the Valley Park Community Centre project.

HAMILTON, ON – The City and community partners are working together to support and welcome Ukrainian arrivals to our community through Hamilton’s Ukrainian Humanitarian Crisis Response. As part of a whole community response the Ukrainian Canada Congress - Hamilton Chapter (UCC) in partnership with the City of Hamilton and community partners will launch a Ukrainian Welcome and Information Centre with an aim to support the resettlement of Ukrainian newcomers who have arrived in Hamilton and host families.

Hamilton, ON - The City of Hamilton will be continuing its objections to Hamilton-area convenience stores being provided licenses to serve alcohol on their premises. A hearing before the License Appeal Tribunal concerning licenses for the two convenience store applications has been scheduled from June 14 -17, 2022.