The City of Hamilton’s tiny shelter site, part of a project that has been marred by controversy and delays, is finally at full capacity, according to a press release issued April 17.
The city says that the site is now home to 80 residents, all of whom were “previously living unhoused.” There are also about 25 pets living there.
The City of Hamilton is undertaking a review of their Self-Storage Facilities Policy in order to integrate the establishments “into more zones and areas of the city.”
Staff were originally directed by Council in February 2019 to undertake a review of where self-storage facilities are located and permitted within the city.
The federal Liberals recently stated with much fanfare that they eliminated the consumer carbon tax. While Canadians were expected to be grateful for Liberal largesse, most sensible people wondered why these same Liberals ever inflicted the tax on Canadians…
With the Leaders Debate and advance polls in the books, Canada’s major party leaders are now entering the closing sprint of a campaign defined by economic uncertainty, tension with the United States, and a battle for the middle class.
The major party candidates are honing closing messages as the campaign heads into the last week before voters return a verdict. Liberal Leader Mark Carney will try to stay on track and emphasize his fitness and temperament for the job of prime minister.
With the federal election less than two weeks away, The Hamilton Independent reached out to Hamilton’s municipal councillors to see if they stand with a particular political party.
Only one local councillor, Ted McMeekin (Ward 15 – East Flamborough – Waterdown), replied with a formal endorsement.
McMeekin, who was a Liberal Party Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) from 2000 to 2018, said that he supports the federal Liberal Party, “particularly in light of the recent leadership change.”
The riding of Hamilton East – Stoney Creek is a key riding to watch in the upcoming April 28 federal election.
Just three months ago, Conservative Party of Canada candidate Ned Kuruc looked set to easily win the riding.
The federal Liberals recently stated with much fanfare that they eliminated the consumer carbon tax. While Canadians were expected to be grateful for Liberal largesse, most sensible people wondered why these same Liberals ever inflicted the tax on Canadians…
Ontario’s 2025 Throne Speech addressed many social policy issues Ontarians are struggling with, namely housing and health care. While Premier Doug Ford attempted to put forward a plan to help alleviate some of the key problems…
The country’s immigration trends have been a growing concern for Canadians, yet during this federal election campaign immigration policy has been fully eclipsed by anxieties relating to U.S. President Donald Trump…
