Compost Giveaways are back! Yard waste collected throughout the year has been transformed into nutrient-rich compost, and we’re giving it away for FREE this fall! Don’t miss the giveaways, starting on September 30! For dates, times and locations, visit: www.hamilton.ca/compostgivea...

Prevent the Spread of Avian Influenza: - Avoid handling birds. Keep bird feeders/baths away from kids & pets - If contact is needed, wear gloves or double plastic bags & wash hands after - If exposed & feeling sick, contact your healthcare provider hamilton.ca/AvianInfluenza

The City of Hamilton is asking residents who are planning to cut down a spruce tree on their private property to donate it to the City for the centrepieces this holiday season at Gore Park, City Hall and Memorial Square in Dundas. PSA>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

#HamOnt Aujourd’hui, nous célébrons la riche culture et l’histoire des Franco-Ontariens à Hamilton et en Ontario. Franco-Ontarian Day honours the contributions of our French-speaking community - their language, heritage & impact. Your culture makes Hamilton stronger!

Heading to tonight's Budget Engagement Session at the Hamilton Convention Centre? Due to construction, the entrance to Summers Lane from Main St is currently closed. Residents are advised to enter Summers Lane from King St, where parking and accessible walkways are available.

2026 Tax Budget engagement continues today! Join us in-person at the Hamilton Convention Centre (Albion Ballroom) from 6 – 7:30pm. For more information about the 2026 Tax Budget and to see more upcoming engagement opportunities, visit: engage.hamilton.ca/2026budget/w...

Drop by our Waste Facility Open House on September 27 from 9am – 1pm (tours are 45 minutes) for a behind-the-scenes look at how we manage waste in Hamilton. While you’re there, drop off used clothing and textiles at our Textile Donation Event. Learn more: Hamilton.ca/wasteeducation

Improving safety, supporting community: The City of Hamilton will conduct construction and maintenance activities that require temporary road closures in the coming weeks. PSA>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

2026 Tax Budget engagement sessions continue today! Join us in-person at Glendale Secondary School (Gymnasium) from 6:30 – 8pm. For more information about the 2026 Tax Budget and to see more upcoming engagement opportunities, visit: engage.hamilton.ca/2026budget/w...

Today we broke ground with Kiwanis Homes on a new 124-unit affordable housing project at 1540 Upper Wentworth. Supported by the City through the Affordable Housing Development Project Stream, it will deliver affordable, supportive & market-rent homes. #HamOnt

Historic day for #HamOnt - we’ve signed a Sister City agreement with Paynesville, Liberia! Our first in Africa. Excited to build connections in culture, education, and economic growth, including the Liberian Learning Center.

Over the past week, eligible residents of Ward 8 voted for Rob Cooper as Council-elect in the City of Hamilton City Council Ward 8 by-election. Rob Cooper received 1129 votes. Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

It’s National Forest Week– a time to remind us of the importance of forests and urban forests in our community and beyond. The growth, care and protection of Hamilton’s urban forest is guided by the Urban Forest Strategy. Learn more about the strategy: www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbo...

2026 Tax Budget engagement sessions continue today! Join us in-person at the Ancaster Rotory Centre from 6 – 7:30pm. For more information about the 2026 Tax Budget and to see more upcoming engagement opportunities, visit: engage.hamilton.ca/2026budget/w...

Today is Election Day for the Ward 8 Councillor by-election. Vote in person from 10am – 8pm at select polling locations. All you need is a piece of ID with your home address, or you can fill out a Declaration of Identity form. Find a polling location: hamilton.ca/Elections

We're creating a new 25-year Solid Waste Management Master Plan —and we want your input! Join us September 20 at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market Community Space from 10am – 1pm to share feedback, ask questions and learn how we’re rethinking waste. engage.hamilton.ca/solidwastemp

2026 Tax Budget engagement sessions continue today! • Virtual Session: 2:30pm (join virtually or watch the livestream on the City's YouTube channel) • In-Person Session at the Carlisle Community Centre: 6 – 7:30pm More info: engage.hamilton.ca/2026budget/w...

The City of Hamilton is advising residents that voting at Mohawk College, a designated polling location for the Ward 8 by-election, may be affected by a labour disruption involving support staff represented by the OPSEU. PSA>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

The City of Hamilton is pleased to announce Jackie Kennedy as the General Manager of Public Works, effective immediately. Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has granted the City of Hamilton’s request for an Injunction Order ahead of Homecoming this weekend. The Injunction Order is in effect Friday Sept 19, 2025 at 12:01am until Monday Sept 22, 2025 at 11:59pm. Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...

Congratulations to Fire Chief Dave Cunliffe for receiving the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This honour recognizes his outstanding service, leadership, and dedication to public safety. We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of his contributions to Hamilton & beyond.👏

Have a say in the City of Hamilton’s 2026 budget! We’re hosting in-person and virtual budget engagement sessions from September 18-25 for residents to attend and provide feedback on what matters most to them in the community. More info: engage.hamilton.ca/2026budget

Did you receive a Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) bill and believe your property was incorrectly identified as vacant? You may dispute it by submitting a Notice of Complaint. The deadline to submit has been extended to 120 days from the billing date listed on your VUT bill. hamilton.ca/VacantUnitTax

We had a great turnout last week at the annual United Way Truck Pull in support of United Way Halton & Hamilton! Thanks to all City teams and employees who participated – together we raised over $24,900! The City of Hamilton has been a proud supporter of United Way for more than 25 years.

We're creating a new 25-year Solid Waste Management Master Plan —and we want your input! Join us September 20 at the Hamilton Farmers’ Market Community Space from 10am – 1pm to share feedback, ask questions and learn how we’re rethinking waste. engage.hamilton.ca/solidwastemp

The City of Hamilton will launch a series of budget engagement opportunities this September to hear directly from residents on what matters most to them. Feedback gathered this fall will help inform decisions on the 2026 tax budget. Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

Improving safety, supporting community: The City of Hamilton will conduct construction and maintenance activities that require temporary road closures in the coming weeks. PSA>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

We had a blast at the 20th annual United Way Truck Pull yesterday! You could feel the energy and excitement from City staff as we came together to raise funds in support of United Way Halton & Hamilton! Thank you to all 24 teams who participated!

Register online for Fall programs starting September 17 - 19! Remember to login to the registration system and review account info before registration day. To learn more and browse programs, please visit, www.hamilton.ca/registration #HamOnt

The following roads are closed for #Supercrawl weekend: • James St N between King St to Strachan St from September 11 at 1:30am to September 15 at 5am • York Blvd between Bay St to Hughson St from September 11 at 7pm until September 15 at 5am

The 2026 Budget Outlook is live- the starting point of budget discussions and the first step in a collaborative process. The final budget will be shaped by community voices, Council deliberations and shared priorities. Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

Such a great turnout and high excitement today at the 20th annual City of Hamilton United Way Truck Pull event in support of United Way Halton & Hamilton! Twenty years of staff pulling together – way to go! #HamOnt

Advanced polls for the Ward 8 Councillor by-election are coming up on September 15-19 at Hamilton City Hall, and on September 20 & 21 at Election Day polling locations. To learn more about the by-election and to find a voting location close to you, visit: hamilton.ca/Elections

Celebrate 75 years of the Box 43 Association! Join the Hamilton Fire Department on Sept 13 from 1-4pm at Station 6 (246 Wentworth St N) for tours, fire safety tips, and a chance to thank Box 43 volunteers for supporting our first responders.

Drop by our Waste Facility Open House on September 27 from 9am – 1pm (tours are 45 minutes) for a behind-the-scenes look at how we manage waste in Hamilton. While you’re there, drop off used clothing and textiles at our Textile Donation Event. Learn more: Hamilton.ca/wasteeducation

Oak Wilt is a fast-acting invasive disease new to Ontario that can kill trees in under a month. To help stop the spread, do not prune oaks from March-October. Noticing bronzing summer leaves? Contact our Forest Health team. Learn more: hamilton.ca/TreeHealth

The City of Hamilton will be reducing lanes along Queenston Road at Rosewood Road (Ward 4) starting the week of Monday, September 15, 2025, as part of ongoing work for the Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. PSA>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council...

Hamilton is expecting strong winds today, which may cause bins to topple and litter the streets. Helpful tips to prevent litter: - Weigh down your bins with heavier items - Avoid overflowing bins - Retrieve bins quickly after collection to prevent them from blowing away

Congratulations to the 2025 Accessibility Awards winners! These awards celebrate individuals, groups & organizations advancing accessibility in #HamOnt for persons with disabilities. See the full list of recipients: www.hamilton.ca/accessibilit...

Tickets are on sale now! Join us for Hamilton’s 30th Annual Seniors Awards & Gala on Oct 14 at Carmen’s Event Centre. Celebrate seniors who make a difference in our community. Learn more: www.hamilton.ca/city-council...

City of Hamilton Public Health Services has received laboratory confirmation of a human case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). This is the first human case of EEE reported to Hamilton Public Health Services in 2025. Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

Labour day is coming up this Monday! All City of Hamilton administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 1. Here's a full list of how your City-services will be impacted like waste collection, HSR and more: www.hamilton.ca/alert/labour... #HamOnt

CityHousing Hamilton (CHH) is targeting September 8, 2025, to begin demolition of 405 James Street North, also known as Jamesville, taking the next step towards creating a new mixed-use, inclusive community in Hamilton’s North End. Release >> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

Game. Set. Match! Join us for Tennis Day in Hamilton, a FREE community tennis celebration for all ages & skill levels, taking place at the Huntington Park Tennis Courts on Sunday September 7, 2025, 12-3pm. For more information: hamilton.ca/tennis

Are you on the Voters’ List for the Ward 8 Councillor by-election? To confirm your information visit: vreg.registertovoteon.ca/en/home. To add or edit your information, fill out an application form in person at City Hall (M-F 8:30am to 4:30pm) or at advanced or election day polls.

Labour Day is this Monday, September 1. Here's a full list of how your City-services will be impacted like waste collection, HSR and more: www.hamilton.ca/alert/labour... #HamOnt

As summer winds down, the City of Hamilton is gearing up to support students, parents, guardians and educators for a safe and smooth return to school. Release>> www.hamilton.ca/city-council... #HamOnt

Back to school safety tip: Slow down. Reduce your speed and obey the signs - the speed limit in most school zones is 30 km/hr. More safety tips: hamilton.ca/backtoschool #HamOnt

Not sure when to put out the garbage at your student house? Download Hamilton’s waste app and have reminders for your personalized collection schedule sent right to your smartphone! Learn more: hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/garbage-recycling/blue-box-recycling #HamOnt

We're hosting conversations along King William Street this summer. Drop by to connect and provide your input to help shape a number of projects across Hamilton. Learn more, and find the public engagement schedule here: Hamilton.ca/KingWilliamSummer