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Dear Friends, Back to school is very different this year. I’ve heard the concerns of parents and educators alike wanting to ensure a Safe September. That is why the Federal Government is working closely with provinces and territories to be sure that they have everything they need to ensure a safe return to school for […]

  On September 9, 2020, the Government of Canada launched the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) 2020–2021 Call for Proposals for community-based projects across Canada. The deadline to submit applications is October 20, 2020. If your organization would like to apply for funding or learn more about this funding opportunity, visit our website. To simplify the […]

As COVID-19 case numbers remain low, we’ve been fortunate to enjoy more and more activities this summer. It’s been a particular treat to participate in recent events honouring our Korean War Naval veterans and Dieppe Raid veterans. But as Dr. Tam reminds us, the future of the pandemic is still very much in our hands […]

Dear Friends, Though summer is a little different this year, we’ve been fortunate to have beautiful weather to enable us to enjoy our community, while still respecting public health guidelines. I’ve certainly enjoyed evening strolls by the lake with my family and an ice cream from one of our many local establishments and it’s been […]

Thank you, Burlington, for the sacrifices you have made and how you have come together these past four months as we have collectively confronted the biggest crisis our world has seen since World War II. We are only in the position we are in, with decreasing caseloads and able to slowly reopen the economy, because […]

Dear Friends, The COVID-19 crisis is the challenge of our generation. Millions of Canadians have lost their jobs, lost hours, or lost wages, and businesses of all sizes are still facing uncertainty. I also want to acknowledge the thousands of Canadians who have gotten sick in the midst of this pandemic and also extend my […]

Dear Friends, Happy Canada Day!   Today we celebrate the 153rd anniversary of Confederation. We come together as Canadians to celebrate the achievements of our country, reflect on our past and present, and look to our future.  Canada’s story stretches back long before Confederation, to the first people who worked, loved, and built their lives […]

Usually on Canada Day, I would be stopping by neighbourhood block parties, enjoying the celebrations in Spencer Smith Park, attending citizenship ceremonies, stopping by our museum, lawn bowling club and farmer’s market to celebrate with you right across our community. Although, I, like many of you, will miss these events, celebrating our beautiful country is […]

Dear Friends, Friday marked 100 days since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 to be a global pandemic. It has been a difficult few months, having the kids home from school, adjusting to working from home, and changing our routines to allow us to participate in virtual meetings and events. While challenging, we have made […]

Community Resources Food Banks and Food Share Programs Burlington Food Bank: 1254 Plains Road East, Burlington (905) 637-2273 The Burlington Food Bank is currently no longer offering a shopping model but still offers both perishables and non-perishables for those in need. The Food Bank has gone to a delivery model and ask that anyone in […]