April 26, 2023 News

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Mayor and Council

celebrate free transit

for youth and seniors

Mayor Burton was joined by members of Council, Oakville Transit and residents to celebrate the free transit for youth (13-19) and seniors (65+) initiative coming in to place May 1, 2023.

Members of Oakville's senior community had the opportunity to tap their PRESTO cards and ride on the town's new EV buses.

“Providing free public transit for youth and seniors is an important investment Council is making to enhance transportation options for the overall well-being of our community.

"Removing the cost to travel on Oakville Transit means more people can get around town more easily and will increase uptake in transit usage. Free transit promotes sustainability and equity and supports Council’s continued efforts to create a thriving and livable Oakville.” – Mayor Rob Burton

Mayor Burton comments on free fare program

Ontario Big City Mayors

meet with Ministers to

discuss municipal priorities

Mayor Burton and members of the Ontario Big City Mayors Caucus met with Ministers to discuss key municipal priorities at its AGM and Conference in Kitchener late last week.

Topics of discussion included:

Housing
Mental Health, Addictions and Homelessness
Municipal Codes of Conduct

OBCM tabled a motion requesting the Government of Ontario expedite the process to fully unlock a municipality's ability to do their part to solve the housing supply crisis.

Read the full release

Oakville Rangers finish storybook

season with a storybook ending

It was a dark sight early in the morning on Sunday, April 23, in Kitchener, Ontario. Though it was just four floors up at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, the Oakville Rangers U18 AA Hockey team felt they were 10,000 feet in the air, sick to their stomachs with anxiety.

Everyone knew this would be no easy championship game for either team. If you were to walk into that building 20 minutes before the puck dropped at the OHF final, you would see individuals from both teams looking out onto the ice, taking in that they would both lace up their skates and put on their team's jersey one last time.

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Latest Oakville Matters episode

highlights Ontario's 2023 Budget

Oakville Matters - Ontario Budget 2023/YourTV Halton

Mayor Burton hosted MPP Stephen Crawford on the latest episode of Oakville Matters to discuss Ontario's 2023 Budget.

Read more about the 2023 Ontario Budget

Celebrate Youth Week

in Oakville May 1-7

Celebrate National Youth Week in Oakville from May 1 to 7, 2023!

The Town of Oakville and community partners are offering seven days of free fun and interactive activities and learning opportunities for youth ages 11 to 17.

In addition to the planned activities for National Youth Week, all drop-in programs offered between May 1 and 7 are free for youth aged 13 to 17.

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Conservation Halton releases

2022 Annual Report

Conservation Halton has released its 2022 Annual Report. The report highlights significant growth in 2022 and the maintenance of high customer satisfaction while navigating external pressures.

The report also highlights Conservation Halton's top seven priorities as identified by the Senior Leadership Team:

Natural Hazards and Water
Science, Conservation and Restoration
Education, Empowerment and Engagement
Nature and Parks
Organizational Sustainability
Digital Transformation and Innovation
People and Talent

Read the full report

Town set to honour May

as Asian Heritage Month

The Town of Oakville is set to honour May as Asian heritage Month with an event at Town Hall on Monday, May 1st at 10 a.m.

"It is my pleasure to extend greetings and a warm welcome to everyone celebrating Asian Heritage Month for May 2023.

"Events like these celebrate the rich cultures and traditions that make our Town so unique and are essential to a prosperous and thriving Oakville. On behalf of Oakville’s Town Council, please accept my best wishes for a memorable event and continued success." - Mayor Rob Burton

Read event agenda

Hold the date,

Annual Mayor's Picnic is back!

The Annual Mayor's Picnic is back! Join us on Sunday, June 11 from 12 Noon to 4:30 p.m. at Lakeside Park for an afternoon of music and activities.

For more information visit https://ww.oakvillehistory.org/

We look forward to seeing you there!

Local News

Oakville could approve a nighttime fishing program

People who enjoy fishing in the evening hours might be permitted to enjoy their hobby at select spots in Oakville.

At an upcoming April 24 meeting, town council will review a report from the Parks and Open Space department recommending an evening fishing pilot program.

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Halton Catholic Student Awards of Excellence - 2023

Each year, the Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) celebrates exceptional students across its school district at the Annual Student Awards of Excellence Ceremony, which took place on Monday, March 27.

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Oakvillegreen's online Native Plant Sale

live NOW until May 1st

Oakvillegreen’s online native plant sale is now on until May 1st!

Oakvillegreen is a non-partisan environmental charity that has been helping protect and restore nature through community education and local action since 2000.

For more information contact Karen Brock, President: president@oakvillegreen.org

Provincial News

Ontario Combating Violence and Improving Safety in Schools

The Ontario government is investing $24 million to help reduce the risk of violence in schools and promote the safety of students and educators. This is in response to recent incidents of violence in schools that have increased concern and fear amongst students, families and the broader community.

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Ontario scrapping post-secondary education requirement for police recruits

The Ontario government said Tuesday it is introducing a number of new measures to boost lagging police recruitment numbers, including eliminating a post-secondary education requirement to be hired as an officer and covering the costs of mandatory training.

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National News

PSAC strike: Workers limit access to government buildings, key infrastructure

Federal ministers say they are monitoring for blockades of critical roads and infrastructure Tuesday as striking federal workers make good on a promise to ramp up their picket efforts by disrupting traffic and limiting access to office buildings in downtown Ottawa.

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Flight attendants to rally at 4 major Canadian airports to protest unpaid work

Flight attendants plan to rally at four major Canadian airports today over what they say are unfair working conditions that keep them on the clock without being paid.

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World News

Sudan crisis: Evacuations continue as warring generals agree to 3-day truce

Sudan’s warring generals pledged Tuesday to observe a new three-day truce that was brokered by the United States and Saudi Arabia in an attempt to pull Africa’s third-largest nation back from the abyss.

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India is about to overtake China as the world's biggest population

India will be the world’s most populous country by the end of this month, eclipsing an aging China, the United Nations said Monday. The milestone raises questions about whether India can repeat the economic success that has made China central to the world’s economy and a leading global power.

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Upcoming Events

$2,500 Digital Transformation Grants NOW available

Applications are now being accepted for the $2,500 Digital Transformation Grants! Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2023, or until funds are fully exhausted. There are a limited number of grants available, so businesses are encouraged to apply early!

It is free to apply and the process is simple:

Register your business at digitalmainstreet.ca/ontariogrants/ and complete the digital assessment.
Pass the pre-qualification quiz, complete the 2.5 hours of online training, and develop your Digital Transformation Plan.
Apply for a $2,500 grant.