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Santa Claus Parade Dec. 1, 2-4pm
Santa Clause parade returns Sun. Dec 1 2-4pm. Route begins near the Burlington Mall at Prospect Street & Guelph Line, marches along Guelph Line to New Street, travels west along New Street to James Street, then north on Brant Street to Caroline. Road closures are in effect from 11am-4:30pm on various streets along the route.
Should our festivals, events and city parks be smoke-free?
Staff will conduct a review of municipalities that currently enforce smoke free events, and subject to the outcome of the review; it is the intention to have all events smoke free in 2014.
Residents spend cultural time & $ outside city
The top rated places for cultural activity in the city, as identified by residents, are (in order of priority): parks & open spaces, the waterfront, library system, community centres, boards (Performing Arts Centre, Burlington Arts Centre, Museums), and festivals.
Clarity needed on Fundraising by Burlington's City Council
We need a made-in-Burlington policy to provide clarity around fundraising and events sponsored by members of council.
Canada Day schedule, parking & transit
There are bands in the park all day, with headliners Ashley Mac Isaac taking the stage at 8:30pm. Fireworks start at 10pm. Get more details here.
Seeking your input into expanded Sound of Music Festival
Do you support an expanded Sound of Music festival? What are your thoughts on the festivals, road races and events that currently take place downtown? Please share your point of view.
Why the cycling races left Burlington
My take: It's a shame that the races won't be held here, but it's better to take a pass than risk an event cobbled together at the last minute when public safety is involved. I do not support providing any funding for this event, given most of it will be held outside Burlington, and the remaining races are not the commitment the organizer made to us to get the initial funding. Further, there are many other worthy sporting events held in Burlington that get no city money.
Cycling race proposed for downtown July 1
I'm supportive of bringing sport tourism to downtown Burlington, but I do have concerns about the route up Brant St., which serves as a pedestrian walkway on Canada Day; and down John, through the bus terminal area. I've asked whether the route could be shifted to the east, so as to complement, rather than collide, with other activities int he downtown on Canada Day.