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Ward 11 Community Grants: Announcing Our First-Ever Recipients
April 2026 | Ward 11 - Binbrook, Mount Hope, Glanbrook For the first time in Ward 11's history, local organizations and community groups have access to dedicated grant funding - and the response made clear just how much it was needed. The Ward 11 Community Grants pilot program was established to support the non-profit organizations, clubs, and community groups doing meaningful work for residents of Binbrook, Mount Hope, and Glanbrook. Funded through a cellular tower license
1 day ago


Vacant Unit Tax Declaration Deadline Extended to May 15
Councillor Mark Tadeson is sharing this information to help you avoid fees and charges: The City of Hamilton has extended the deadline for the 2025 Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration to May 15, 2026 . This extension is intended to give property owners additional time to complete their required declaration. Who needs to submit a declaration All residential property owners in Hamilton are required to submit a Vacant Unit Tax declaration each year. This applies to: homeowners l
Apr 16


Walkthrough: How to Complete Your Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) Declaration Online
This step-by-step guide walks residents through the online Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) declaration process , from registering for the My.Hamilton portal to successfully submitting their annual declaration. If you prefer video instructions, a full walkthrough is also available here: Video walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbUDAF2gj5U Download SIMPLE Walkthrough instructions Download Detailed Walkthrough with pictures Before You Begin You will need: Your Notice to Declar
Dec 19, 2025


Vacant Unit Tax Declaration Period Now Open
Vacant Unit Tax Declaration Period Now Open The declaration period for Year 2 of Hamilton’s Vacant Unit Tax (VUT) program is now open. All residential property owners are required to declare the occupancy status of their properties for the 2025 tax year by Wednesday, April 15, 2026 . Declarations can be submitted: Online at hamilton.ca/VacantUnitTax By phone at 905-546-2573 By email at vacantunittax@hamilton.ca By mail to Vacant Unit Tax, 71 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, L
Dec 19, 2025


Rural Ontario Development (ROD) funding now open to more rural Hamilton businesses
Through the leadership of Councillor Mark Tadeson , working alongside Councillors Tammy Hwang, Jeff Beattie, and Maureen Wilson , the...
Oct 6, 2025


Ward 11 Grass Cutting Program Update - August 2025
The City's 2025 grass cutting program is currently underway across rural roadside, urban boulevard, and expressway areas, with operations scheduled through November 7th.
Aug 26, 2025


Supporting Local Farmers During Construction
Have you noticed new culverts appearing along our rural roads? These infrastructure improvements are part of Councillor Tadeson's ongoing...
Aug 26, 2025


Hamilton Fire Department Lifts Open Air Burning Ban
HAMILTON, ON – The Hamilton Fire Department has announced that the ban on open air burning, which was previously issued on August 12,...
Aug 21, 2025


Binbrook Road Project: September 1st Completion Confirmed
Previously proposed cross-section of road - Note: final build may vary slightly from depiction The City of Hamilton has confirmed that...
Aug 20, 2025


📢 Important Notice: Property Tax Bills & Vacant Unit Tax Access Codes
The City of Hamilton mailed residents their property tax bills on February 7th , but our office has heard from many residents who have...
Feb 26, 2025


Significant Weather Event ENDS
City of Hamilton Ends Significant Weather Event Declaration The City of Hamilton has officially ended the Significant Weather Event...
Feb 26, 2025


REMINDER: Glanbrook Community Recreation Centre Town Hall
February 25, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Glanbrook Arena 4300 Binbrook Road Good morning, Ward 11 residents! We're excited to remind you...
Feb 24, 2025
STORM RESPONSE UPDATE Feb 21
❄️ Winter Operations Update – February 20, 2025 ❄️ As Hamilton remains under a Significant Weather Event declaration , our winter...
Feb 21, 2025
SIGNIFICANT SNOW EVENT ONGOING: Feb 20 Update
City of Hamilton Responding to Significant Snow Event Hamilton is still in the midst of a Significant Weather Event , with approximately...
Feb 20, 2025


What's Open and Closed This Family Day
Happy Family Day, Ward 11! As we all enjoy some well-earned time with our loved ones, please note that City of Hamilton administrative...
Feb 16, 2025


Second Significant Weather Event Declared
Starting today (February 15th) at noon, the City of Hamilton has declared a Significant Weather Event in response to the upcoming...
Feb 15, 2025


Missed Waste Collection Due to Inclement Weather
We want to inform residents that due to today's inclement weather, waste collection crews were unable to complete the collection of all...
Feb 13, 2025


SIGNIFICANT WEATHER EVENT DECLARED
UPDATE: Weather event cancelled as of 7am February 13th. The 24-hour window for city snow plowing therefore begins at 7am, February...
Feb 12, 2025


Snowstorms and Plows: Help Us Help You!
Stormstorms and Snowplows: Image shows a sign instructing people to please get vehicles off road and into driveways during snowstorms. ...
Feb 11, 2025


NOW OPEN: Hamilton Vacant Unit Tax Declaration Form
Hamilton Vacant Unit Tax Declaration Forms are now available!
Feb 10, 2025
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