News
- Jan. 23 - City
of Burlington advances rural priorities at annual Rural Ontario
Municipal Association’s (ROMA) Conference in Toronto,
Burlington’s delegation, led by Mayor Marianne Meed Ward and made up of
City staff and Ward 6 Councillor Angelo Bentivegna, met with government
officials including cabinet ministers, MPPs and industry contributors.
As part of the meetings, the City advocated
for rural economic development opportunities, the ongoing need
for further continued investment in digital
infrastructure investments, and improved transportation network
management to better leverage Burlington’s strategic location within
the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA).
- The Seniors of Aldershot have been
asking for years to be able to attend programs and activities in their
own community.
A
variety of City organized programs Monday to Friday, morning and
afternoon, as well as monthly socials and special programs in the
Aldershot Arena Community Room. Registration required for most programs
with some already full till new programs in 2026.
https://www.burlington.ca/en/recreation/adult-programs.aspx (on left use Location
filter for Aldershot Arena). More info here
- Taste of
Burlington (running from Jan. 26 to Feb. 8) is
Burlington's signature culinary event, celebrating the creativity and
talent of Burlington’s chefs with two weeks of specially curated
prix-fixe menus. From innovative new dishes to local favourites, it’s
your chance to explore Burlington’s vibrant dining scene and discover
why we’re a must-visit destination for food lovers. More info here
- Welcome to Halton
Black History Awareness Society's 10th Anniversary, 2026
Local Lens essay, video and spoken word competition which kicks off on
Monday January 26 and concludes on Friday May 29th with results
promoted June 25, 2026. This will be our 5th year, promoting our Local
Lens: Narratives, Spoken Word & Video competition of Halton's
Multi-cultural community. Students will appreciate their cultures,
diversifications, histories and genealogies along with how to improve,
promote and benefit from inclusive relationships within Halton.
Students, teachers, the Halton community and the HBHAS all see and
respect the quality presentations students have made over the years
with winners from grade 9 through to 12. Please find attached Local
Lens posters, contest criteria, letter to the students, and contest
application. More info here
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Burlington Hydro Recognized as a Hamilton-Niagara Top Employer
January 22, 2026 – Burlington Hydro is proud to announce that it has been named a Hamilton-Niagara
Top Employer by the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. This designation celebrates organizations
in the Hamilton-Niagara area that foster exceptional workplace environments and progressive programs for their employees.
At Burlington Hydro, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is built on focusing on
employee well-being, supporting career growth, and creating a positive, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.