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City of Burlington disappointed with Ontario Land Tribunal’s decision on Millcroft Greens’ appeal

Posted on Thursday, June 13, 2024 02:59 PM

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Burlington, Ont.—June 13, 2024— The City of Burlington expresses its disappointment with the Ontario Land Tribunal’s (OLT) recent decision to approve the redevelopment of parts of the Millcroft Golf Course by the Millcroft Greens Corporation. With extensive community consultation and thorough evaluation, Council had opposed this redevelopment at the OLT, asserting that it did not align with the needs and interests of Burlington residents.

The proposed development at 2155 Country Club Dr. and 4274 Dundas St. includes the construction of 90 single-family homes and 130 apartment units. While the City acknowledges the importance of addressing housing demands, this project fails to meet key aspects of Burlington's housing strategy and community requirements.

The City’s opposition emphasized the necessity of preserving green spaces, ensuring sustainable environmental practices, and maintaining the character of existing neighbourhoods. Concerns were also raised about increased traffic, strain...

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Residents invited to join City and BurlingtonGreen for Bromley Park tree planting event

Posted on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 01:30 PM

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Update: 

Due to the forecasted heat on June 19, this community tree planting event will be postponed to September 26 as part of National Forest Week. The City and BurlingtonGreen thank participants for their interest and understanding. Details regarding the rescheduled event will be shared closer to the fall.

Burlington, Ont.— June 11, 2024— Next week, the City of Burlington and BurlingtonGreen are partnering to host a tree planting event at Bromley Park. Attendees are invited to participate in planting 250 small native trees in the park to grow Burlington’s urban canopy.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024, rain or shine

Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Location: Bromley Park, 217 Maureen Ct., Burlington, ON L7L 4A4

Advanced registration is required. Participants can sign up at BurlingtonGreen.org

Participants are asked to bring their own shovels, trowels and gardening gloves.

Burlington is a city where people, nature and business thrive. Sign up to learn more about Burlington at burlington...

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Burloak Road Closure June 14-24

Posted on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 10:32 AM

Road Closures and Restrictions

Metrolinx will be doing construction at the train track crossing at Burloak Drive. For everyone’s safety, Burloak Drive will be closed to all traffic including pedestrians and cyclists from Harvester Road to north of Prince William Drive. This work is part of their project for the Burloak Drive grade separation project. 

  • The road closure will begin at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 14 through to 6:30 a.m. on Monday, June 24, 2024.  

  • The road will be completely closed, except from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Friday (June 17-21), when it will be open for southbound traffic only.  

  • The intersection of Burloak Drive and Prince William Drive will remain open to traffic during the closure. 

More information on this closure can be found here. 

For more information about this project, visit the Metrolinx project page.  

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National Indigenous Peoples Day

National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration at Spencer Smith Park

Posted on Monday, June 10, 2024 10:30 AM

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Burlington, Ont.— June 10, 2024—Friday, June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. In Burlington, there will be a National Indigenous Peoples Day event happening in Spencer Smith Park led by the Urban Indigenous Community, with support from the City of Burlington.  

Everyone is invited to join leaders from the Urban Indigenous of Burlington to participate in an evening honouring our local Indigenous community. This is a free event. No registration is required. 

The event will include: 

  • Opening intentions and prayer by WhiteEagle 

  • Performing artist Amber Kakiishiway 

  • Music by Cliff Cardinal and Matt Bergman 

  • Powwow exhibition by Jamie Lindsey 

  • Tobacco Ceremony by WhiteEagle 

  • Knowledge sharing activity tables  

  • Indigenous craft and cultural vendors 

Location: Spencer Smith Park, west lawn 
Date: Friday, June 21 
Time: 5 – 8 p.m. 

All residents are encouraged to learn more about First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples with their unique cultures, traditions, communities and histories. Resources can be found here to...

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City Talk Summer 2024

City Talk Summer 2024

Posted on Friday, June 07, 2024 04:02 PM

City Talk Updates

City Talk is the City of Burlington's publication featuring City news and updates.

In this issue of City TalkView a PDF of the printed version sent to residents Get Involved Burlington

Have your say! Give input on City initiatives. Help the City continue to improve City services and better your community.

Visit Get Involved Burlington for the latest City projects and initiatives that need community ideas and feedback. This online engagement portal is updated regularly. There is a calendar of upcoming...