"There is a pattern of not consulting,” -Ontario Auditor General's report. That pattern violates Ontarians' Environmental Bill of Rights which states public feedback should be factored into the decision-making process.  #onpoli thenarwhal.ca/ontario-audito…

The "Canada in a Changing Climate: Synthesis Report" is out! Canada is warming 2x faster than the global average; this report summarizes how climate change is affecting health, infrastructure, & the economy, & what Canadians can do about it. 🍁changingclimate.ca/synthesis @NRCan

This bill asks @OntarioPCCaucus to join with @OntarioNDP , @OntarioGreens and @OntLiberal and take responsibility for preventing *unacceptable environmental degradation* that legally falls under provincial jurisdiction: updating the Building Code with a bird safety standard twitter.com/chrisgloverndp…

Santa & Mrs. Claus are coming to town! Visit the Hamilton Farmers' Market on December 2nd, 9th, and the 16th for FREE pictures for Santa & Mrs. Claus. We hear that the Grinch will be making an appearance too! #santaclaus #mrsclaus #christmaspictures #pictureswithsanta #hamont

Applications for the City Enrichment Fund grant program close one week from today – apply by December 15, 2023. Review the process and learn more: hamilton.ca/CityEnrichment… #HamOnt

The Ford government blew $25 million of your money on dodgy, partisan ads to lie its way towards you believing it wasn't destroying our health care system. That is a big problem. tvo.org/article/the-on…

The Ford government is behaving recklessly with our future: “And as these decisions are being made without consultation, the government also isn’t tracking the impacts of its environmentally significant policies, let alone its progress on its climate and conservation targets.” twitter.com/emmamci/status…

Unbelievable. 2400 oil, gas and coal lobbyists here at #cop28. 400% increase. And we wonder why we can’t get strong agreements that constrain fossil fuels responsible for rise in extreme weather, floods, fires, droughts? Stop negotiating with them and start regulating them.

Wow. The next time you hear someone say the proposed federal emissions cap “is singling out” Alberta or “unfairly targeting our oil and gas sector” show them this graph. If our oil sands sector was reducing their emissions voluntarily, the cap wouldn’t be necessary. twitter.com/pjpartington/s…

Delay raking your yard for the benefit of local wildlife. Fallen leaves provide a natural haven for many amphibians, reptiles, and small mammals that seek shelter during the winter months. Take the #MySmallAct challenge today: brnw.ch/21wEZ5I 🦎

Our #BiodiverSTORIES of the week is The History of Cootes Paradise with Dr. Ken Cruikshank, who discusses the impacts humans have had on the area from the early 1900s to present day. Part 1 >> buff.ly/3T5TBFE Part 2 >> buff.ly/3N53IqD

Great to meet the new US Consul General Baxter Hunt. With our booming transportation, steel, and education sectors – it's important for Hamilton to maintain close economic relations with our closest neighbours!

Great news today from Honorable @MarcMillerVM ! After months of advocacy, thrilled to receive a $3.5-million interim payment to help address the profound pressures our city is facing in addressing the ongoing needs of refugee and asylum seekers. My statement:

BREAKING: Today Amsterdam introduced 30 kmh (20 mph) maximum speed limits on most streets, citing increased road safety, reduced pollution, lower noise levels, and fewer injuries/casualties. 20-30% fewer accidents, predicts the Vice Mayor. Via @copenhenken #Amsterdam #Dutch

Great panel and a full house at our Vital Chat on preventing renovictions in #HamOnt . @HamCommFdn @cityofhamilton

You are not alone. Help is available. Canada's new 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline is open 24/7 and available in English and French. Trained responders are ready to listen to you without judgment.

@FilomenaTassi Thanks for this reminder of all the wonderful activities Hamilton has to offer.

Let's shout from the rooftops that Hamilton is THE go-to destination in Canada! Learn more about this funding opportunity here: feddev-ontario.canada.ca/en/funding-sou… #HamOnt twitter.com/FilomenaTassi/…

We are trying to protect democratic norms.. Why shut out the public by not allowing public delegations? #Bill136

Right now, in Ontario, we have a health care crisis. We have an affordability crisis. But Doug Ford is about to recess the legislature until February 20th of next year. It's absolutely wrong - we should be here doing our jobs for Ontarians. Share if you agree. #onpoli

After yet another damning Auditor General report, I can’t believe the Government is still A-OK with siting a foreign-owned luxury spa on a public park. twitter.com/onplace4all/st…

A 2021 study commissioned by the City of Ottawa demonstrated that servicing low-density greenfield development costs the City $465 per person per year while high-density infill development provides the City with $606 per capita of revenue per year. Sprawl costs. Infill is net… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

Ontario’s Auditor General says the province doesn’t have a strategy to reduce its reliance on agency nurses. Hospitals have increased reliance by 25 per cent and agency nurses are being paid 2-3x higher than hospital. #Onpoli

Now, we know you don't keep your promises @PaulCalandra and @PBethlenfalvy but man, why are you so beholden to developers? When are you returning all the protections to the Duffins Rouge Agricultural Preserve? durhamregion.com/news/greenbelt… #onpoli #GreenbeltScandal

We want to hear from you! Head over to #EngageHamilton and tell us what you think about the services provided by Tourism and Culture by completing a short survey. engage.hamilton.ca/servicesassets…

January 1, 2024, a new fare program called Fare Assist will be implemented. The goal of Fare Assist is to have one discount HSR fare program that is easier to use & offers affordable transit to those in need, regardless of age or ability. Learn more at Hamilton.ca/FareAssist

The City’s new Winter Response Strategy goes into effect Dec 1, offering enhanced services throughout the winter for unhoused and vulnerable individuals in #HamOnt. To learn more, visit: hamilton.ca/WinterResponse

Not sure what to do with packaging from online purchases? Remove paper wrapping and place in your PAPERS blue box. Cut boxes into smaller pieces, flatten, tie them together with twine and place them in or beside your blue box. Learn more: hamilton.ca/home-neighbour…

We want to hear from you! Head over to #EngageHamilton and tell us what you think about the services provided by Recreation and Golf by completing a short survey. engage.hamilton.ca/servicesassets…

We’ve launched a customer satisfaction survey on Accessible Transportation Services in #HamOnt, and we want to hear your feedback to help us improve. Share your experience at: engage.hamilton.ca/atssurvey