Celebrate National Seniors' Day on Oct 1. Programs are free at various community centres for those 55+, including Walk and Talk and Board Game Social at Aldershot Arena. Reserve today at burlington.ca/dropinandplay or drop in if space is available. More info: burlington.ca/seniorsday

Nominate someone today for Burlington's Civic Recognition!

The Burlington Animal Shelter (2424 Industrial St.) is hosting a Microchip and Rabies Clinic on Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please call 905-335-7777 to book an appointment. The cost is $40 individually or $70 for both.

Halton Regional Council has approved enhanced subsidies to help protect your home from basement flooding and retroactive payments are also available for eligible residents who received subsidies after July 15, 2024! Learn more at halton.ca/flood.

Applications are open for the City of Burlington's community garden plots for the 2026 season. Apply by Dec. 15 at burlington.ca/communitygarde….

City of Burlington administration buildings will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 30 to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. For more information, visit bit.ly/46T6JnZ

A Pre-Application Meeting has been scheduled on Oct. 14 at 6pm for a proposed development at 517 Plains Rd E. For details, visit burlington.ca/517plains.

On Orange Shirt Day, we honour Survivors of residential schools, remember those who never returned home, and reflect on the ongoing journey of reconciliation. Burlington stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities as we commit to listening, learning, reconciling, and

Halton Region is accepting applications until Oct. 28 to its Community Investment Fund. The fund provides $5 million to help non-profit human services agencies deliver programs and services to residents. Learn more at halton.ca/for-business/h…

Reminder: A Pre-Application Meeting has been scheduled for this Monday, Oct. 6 at 6 pm for a proposed development at 1022 Gallagher Rd & 235 Plains Rd E. For details, visit burlington.ca/1022gallagher.

Out-4-Lunch Aldershot is happening this Monday, Oct. 6., where you can enjoy a free community meal. Especially for seniors, but open to everyone!

Looking for work in Halton? Register to attend Employment Halton’s Job Fair, taking place on Oct 9 from 10am-3pm at Halton Regional Centre. - Meet top local employers - Explore current job openings - Access employment services & resources Register at halton.ca/jobfair

Join the Burlington Beach cleanup this Sunday, Oct. 12 at 10 a.m. with BurlingtonGreen Environmental Association. Visit burlingtongreen.org/events for more information.

Save the date for my next Drop-in Session on Oct. 23.

Reminder: A Pre-Application Meeting has been scheduled for this Tuesday, Oct. 14 for a proposed development at 517 Plains Rd E. For details, visit burlington.ca/517plains.

Gather your old computer and cell phone electronics for this Saturday's Zero Waste Drop Off event. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Burlington Centre, 777 Guelph Line Batteries and other unique items will also be collected. For details, visit burlingtongreen.org/programs/zero-….

Stop by my next Drop-in Session on Oct. 23 to ask a question and chat about city matters.

Coming up this week!

Yesterday evening, I was pleased to join elected officials and community leaders at the Great Lakes & St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI ) Ontario Regional Meeting. This gathering brought together representatives from Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative member municipalities, along with our local