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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

If you'd like to read a PDF of this Communication Update, visit drive.google.com/file/d/1rFp-....

Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Great news and an important promise kept for the entire community who call Eastwood Arena home. Thanks to City staff for the work they did to ensure Eastwood will open, on time, later this month to welcome back non ice programming to the North End. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The final edition of the Ward 2 Newsletter for this term of Council is out. In it I write about the engagement our office has done in this term and provide an update on rail pollution in the North End, Central, Beasley, and Corktown neighbourhoods. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Newsletter - Issue 39

August 31, 2026

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Love over hate, every time. Great to join so many Hamiltonians at City Hall for the Hope Over Hate Rally today. We’ve been holding space here for years and we’ll keep doing it as long as it’s necessary, even if it sucks that it’s necessary. So proud of our city today. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

It was wonderful to see the new children’s section up and running on the second floor of the library this morning. The funding for this relocation and renovation came from Ward 2 area rating reserves. It’s great! More space. Warmer atmosphere. Brighter natural light. Happy faces. It matters. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The Ford government can keep trying to expand our urban boundary and we can keep pushing back. I think it’s important for Council to stand up to the Province, every step of the way. If Doug and his cronies are determined to attack our rural communities, we must literally stand our ground. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

This is about air quality but also the BOH did pass a motion on air quality issues with respect to industrial fallout. We’re on it!

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I appreciate this article from The Spec on the Board of Health vote yesterday asking the Federal government and CN Railway to eliminate the use of diesel in their Stuart Street Yard. Thanks, again, to residents from every Ward 2 neighbourhood for supporting this work. It matters. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Today was an important day at the Board of Health where my motion to ask the Federal government and CN Railway to electrify the Stuart Street Rail Yard passed. Our next step will be advocating to the powers that be. I’ll keep you posted. Our health shouldn’t be dictated by our postal code. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

There's been a watermain break on Hunter Street East this morning. Thanks to City crews who are on site and have closed the roadway and bike lane from Ferguson Street South to Catharine Street South to do emergency repairs. Everything should be reopened by 5pm. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Happy Pride Hamilton. The fun is on until later tonight. Head over to Pier 4 Park if you want to join in! Had a blast! #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Erin Griver, who is the facility’s director, did an amazing job delivering the project on time and on budget and making sure it was a vibrant welcoming space for all. Hats off to her on this wonderful achievement!

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

It’s rare to get to see a motion come to fruition in a single term of Council, so today was especially lovely. Investing in our community matters, especially when it means helping to support young people when they’re going through such a difficult time.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Thankful for today’s celebration of a new play space for families who are fleeing domestic violence and staying at Inasmuch House. The funding for this play space came from Ward 2 area rating funds and was approved by Council last year. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

For an accessible PDF of this motion visit drive.google.com/file/d/1l-Mw....

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Thanks to the North End Neighbourhood Association (NENA), especially Jon Davey, for their leadership on this and for working with me, and the rest of the Neighbourhood Associations, on this motion. To sign NENA's petition in collaboration with the BNA and CNA, visit www.change.org/p/electrify-....

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Sign the Petition

Electrify CN Rail & Stuart St Shunting Yard!

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

And these atmospheric conditions will remain. If CN is determined to continue its shunting operations in this location, they're going to have to clean up their act. This part of Hamilton already faces impacts from soot, carbon black, and other toxins. This is impacting everyone's quality of life.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Over this past winter, due to the area's unique atmospheric conditions, diesel fumes caused residents to be nauseous, have headaches, and otherwise feel trapped inside their homes due to the high presence of odours and other contaminants. This isn't new, but it's getting worse.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

At Monday's Board of Health meeting I'll be tabling a motion calling on CN and the Federal government to electrify their Stuart Street Yard. Neighbours in the North End and Central, and across Wards 1, 2, and 3, continue to endure harmful impacts from CN's diesel pollution. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

In our discussions with Ministers we raised concerns about the Province’s recycling program for small businesses, carbon black soot, and our aging water treatment facilities. We were received well and I’m hopeful about future discussions on these topics.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Today at AMO I represented Hamilton at meetings with the Ministries of Environment and Infrastructure and participated in a panel on resiliency representing the Ontario Downtown Councillors and our downtown. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Great to meet up with some of the members of our Ontario Downtown Councillors coalition at AMO (and a great Ward 2 resident who joined us to chat). Looking forward to the panel tomorrow! #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I’ll try to provide some more updates while I’m here, especially after discussions with Ministers, if there’s time. In any event, I’ll be back in Hamilton later this week. See you then!

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

While I’m here I’ll also be sitting on a panel representing a group of Ontario Downtown Councillors, from about 20 of the Province’s largest cities, to talk about the issues all of us face and how we can work together to confront them collaboratively.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

It’s my second time at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference in Ottawa and I wanted to tell you why I’m here, what I’m doing, and how Hamilton’s issues are being presented to Ministers. Representing you means much more than sitting around the horseshoe. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

On a personal note, the meetings where the future of the Discovery Centre were passionately discussed were where I first got to know Shawn Selway, who isn't with us now, but who I think would be proud of where we're headed, with a justified dose of skepticism. Community finds a way.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Today was a full circle moment. After nearly a decade of activism from North Enders, including the North End Neighbourhood Association, advocacy from the Indigenous community, and good work from HPL staff, we got here. I see good things for this space as long as we keep on the path we set today.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

My motion ruffled a few feathers, but I ran on a commitment to helping to create space near the waterfront for Indigenous ceremony and thought it was important to keep my word. At that time, there hadn't been broad consultation and meaningful involvement. It mattered to me to get it right.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

At the West Harbour Development Sub-Committee, early in this term, after consulting with the City's Indigenous Relations staff, I put forward a motion asking for wide consultation with and meaningful involvement from the Indigenous community in the planning of the new library.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

In a fortunate twist of fate, before it looked like it might be too costly to back out of the lease, the Pier 8 developer cancelled the lease due to the downturn in the condo market. This finally meant we could get back to planning a library and HPL staff got on it right away.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

And, sure, a future promise was made to investigate the potential of a new library branch once the condo sales centre was no longer needed, but that didn't sit right with many of us. Before I was elected, I promised to do everything I could to cancel the lease and put the library at the forefront.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

I, like many other Ward 2 residents, wanted to see it put to good use. Suggestions included a civic museum and, yes, a library. Years later, when there was an opportunity to take action, the previous Council clumsily decided to lease the rights to the Discovery Centre to the Pier 8 sales team.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

My involvement in the discussions about what to do with the Discovery Centre started when I first became active in Hamilton about a decade or so ago. I attended meetings about the future of the Discovery Centre with many of my neighbours who wanted to see good things for its future.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Honoured to join the Indigenous community, North Enders, and my colleagues on the Hamilton Public Library Board today on the waterfront to open a new public library branch in Ward 2. I'm particularly thankful to HPL and City Indigenous Relations staff for their meaningful and tireless work. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Striking workers are asking for fair wages and an incentive program that both makes sense and ensures they're paid when they participate. If you're able, go out and say hi to the striking workers, listen to their stories, and share what you can here and in your personal networks. Solidarity matters.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I took some of Ward 2's finest treats, Grandad's Donuts, out to the picket line at National Steel Car today to show my support to striking USW 7135 workers. Thanks to Frank, Jeremy, and their coworkers for sharing their stories and talking to me about what they've been facing. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Kids learned classical music, had the opportunity to play a mini violin, and engaged in educational programming to explore movement, friendship, and play. Seeing the joy on the children's faces as they interacted with educators, musicians, and one another, was magical. It matters.

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Wonderful to join parents and kids at the Hamilton Farmers' Market this morning for the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra's Tiny Tots program. This program, which ran for 3 weeks, was made possible through a Ward 2 Community Grant, one of 100+ non profit organizations that benefited this term. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Ward 2 Team and I were out this morning delivering postcards to invite small businesses on James Street South to our final community meeting of the term. This will be the 115th meeting or event we've held in this term with Ward 2 businesses and residents. The work continues! #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Thanks to local artist Kinga Zak for applying to the City’s Placemaking Grant program to fund the painting of this beautiful mural at 185 Ferguson Avenue North in Ward 2. Had a great time celebrating with the community this afternoon. Vibrancy matters. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Reminder that the Supie program is happening again this summer in Beasley, Corktown, Durand, and Eastwood Parks in Ward 2. Programs run Monday through Friday from 10am to 3pm until August 28. If you have questions about the program, visit hamilton.ca/supie. #HamOnt

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Joey Coleman @joeycoleman.ca · 29/07/2026

The first publicly available architectural renders of the proposed Gore buildings at 18 to 30 King Street East and 4 Hughson Street South were just released. Hamilton's Design Review Panel will discuss them on August 13. I've posted both images in a news note on TPR. #yhmcc #HamOnt

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Hamilton Design Review Panel to Discuss Gore Park Buildings Proposal on August 13, 2026 [First Publicly Released Renders]

Hamilton's Design Review Panel will meet on Thursday, August 13, 2026 to discuss the 12-storey mixed-use building proposed for the former site of the Gore Buildings. The meeting is scheduled to be beg...

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Tomorrow, July 30, there will be a local neighbourhood cleanup at Pier 4 Park from 4pm to 7pm led by A Greener Future and their Love Your Lakes program to celebrate International Friendship Day. If you can make it out, please consider joining in. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

A redevelopment of the Carter Park spray pad and playground is currently under design. You can take part in an ongoing survey on the City's website until August 10. Please visit the project website to review the presentation and take part in the survey at engage.hamilton.ca/carterpark. #HamOnt

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Carter Park Spray Pad and Playground Renewal

Welcome to Carter Park! Carter Park is a neighbourhood park located at 32 Stinson Street in Ward 2. It is 0.6 ha in size and is bounded by Stinson Street to the north, Claremont Access to the east, Yo...

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Hamilton is stepping up to help First Nations wildfire evacuees who have been directly impacted in Ontario this summer. If you can help, please consider donating any of the requested items at one of the collection locations below during their operating hours until July 29. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

The vote against passing the Interim Control Bylaw to pause applications on AI data centres for a year only achieved one thing - keeping the public out of the decision making process. Here’s why I supported it, seconded it, and think Council made the wrong decision. #HamOnt

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Ward 2 Hamilton @ward2hamilton.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

I did my homework on this subject long before I cast my votes at the Planning Committee and Council and I’ll continue to defend the motion I seconded - a one year moratorium on AI data centres with no lobbyist loopholes. I look forward to the discussion at Council tomorrow.

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