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Oakville Council pledges
33,000 new housing approvals
Work already underway will achieve 10-year pledge
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At the March 20, 2023 Special Council meeting, Town Council unanimously approved the Housing Pledge the Province assigned to Oakville in October 2022.
The pledge outlines how Council can facilitate the approvals of 33,000 new housing units over the next decade. Oakville recognizes its role in approval of applications, not in building housing units.
“Council and town staff will do our part to increase housing supply in order to address the immediate need for new housing including market-based, attainable, affordable, social, and assisted, for all tenancies.
"Fulfilling our pledge is contingent on the actions of our federal and provincial partners; as well as the development and housing industry. Council is committed to ensure that our growing community continues to thrive and shine.” - Mayor Rob Burton
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Help the Town of Oakville develop a long-term vision for the community and set priorities | |
Residents invited to participate in survey now open and upcoming open house opportunities beginning March 28 | |
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What do you envision for Oakville’s future? From now until mid-April the town is providing several opportunities for the community to get involved and share their feedback on what the town should prioritize over the next four years to ensure Oakville continues to be one of the best places to live.
The Town of Oakville’s online survey is now open until April 10 and will take about 10 to 12 minutes.
It is anonymous and confidential. Residents may also receive a call from Deloitte Canada, on behalf of the town during late March and early April to participate in the phone version of the surve
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Premier Ford announces
new tax credits for manufacturers
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The team at OSB presented Mayor Burton one of their "One Team, One Vision" T-shirts | |
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The Ontario government announced today in Oakville its plan to introduce a new investment tax credit for manufacturers in the province.
This tax credit is not only good news for Ontario but also for Oakville. With EV manufacturing coming to Ontario, Oakville has a unique opportunity to attract more investment in our community.
Premier Ford commended Mayor Burton for his work with the Oakville Ford plant.
“One of the first times when Mayor Burton and I got together it was about keeping the Ford plant here in Oakville.
"I remember Ford at the time, was thinking they're going down to Mexico, but with the leadership of Mayor Burton, getting out in front of it. You want to talk about leaders. He's a leader and the reason Ford is here because we partnered up with the city with ourselves and the federal government.
"And now they're here for decades to come to build the electric vehicle. So, thank you for your leadership again, Mayor (Burton),” Ford concluded at today's announcement.
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Members of Council attend
#NoHateInHalton launch
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Members of Council attended the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) announcement of the second annual anti-hate campaign #NoHateInHalton.
This year’s collaborative campaign, which officially kicked-off at a morning ceremony at Headquarters, will run March 20th to 24th.
#NoHateInHalton aims to bring awareness, not only to the issue of hate and bias-motivated incidents, but to the range of supports available to victims or those negatively affected.
It also addresses factors that lead to individuals exhibiting hateful behavior and the impact of hate on community safety and well-being.
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Mayor and Councillors honour
World Down Syndrome Day
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Mayor Burton, Members of Council and Halton Down Syndrome Association (HDSA) gathered at Town Hall to proclaim March 21, 2023 as "World Down Syndrome Day" in the Town of Oakville.
the Halton Down Syndrome Association continues to advocate and bring awareness, encouraging everyone to share the joy of Down syndrome, to bring awareness of inclusion, equal opportunities and human rights and take action to improve the quality of life for people with Down syndrome and their families
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2023 patio season begins May 1
The town of Oakville has announced their plans to bolster outdoor dining at restaurants, cafes and bars for the upcoming 2023 patio season.
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Oakville native nominated
for award at the Junos
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An album by Adria Kain, born and raised in Oakville was nominated for the Juno Awards Contemporary R&B Recording of the Year.
In February 2022, Adria released her long-awaited first album, When Flowers Bloom, which features a mix of soul, R&B and jazz.
“The inspiration behind this album was personal growth and accountability,” said Adria.
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Oakvillegreen's online Native Plant Sale
live May 1st to May 13th
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Oakvillegreen’s online native plant sale is now Live!
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
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Ontario Introducing New Investment Tax Credit for Manufacturers
To attract additional investment in the province’s economy, the Ontario government is announcing plans for a new Ontario Made Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit to help local manufacturers grow, innovate, become more competitive and create jobs.
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Ontario to table budget amid both surging revenues, potential slowdown
Ontario's budget is set to be tabled Thursday amid both surging revenues and a potential economic slowdown, and while the finance minister has been signalling "restraint," he says that doesn't mean program cuts.
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Saskatchewan government expected to announce surplus budget as funding needs loom
With the Saskatchewan government expected to deliver a big budget surplus, various groups are hoping for more cash or tax cuts amid struggles to afford food and access health care.
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Manitoba to raise minimum wage twice in 2023, labour minister says
Minimum wage workers in Manitoba should expect a bump twice this year, the province said Wednesday.
The wage, which is currently $13.50 an hour, will go up to $14.15 an hour in April and again to $15.30 an hour in October.
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Ukraine gets $15.6B IMF commitment, faster U.S. tanks as Putin and Xi cement ties
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin cemented friendship between China and Russia and jointly criticized the West, which moved to buttress Ukraine against Moscow’s invasion with nearly $16 billion in financial aid and faster delivery of battle tanks.
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India's plastic problem: No easy fix for trash mountains that provide profit and pain
According to a 2020 report compiled by the Delhi-based think tank Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), India had 3,159 waste mountains which stored about 800 million tonnes of trash.
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$2,500 Digital Transformation Grants NOW available | |
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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:
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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.
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Town of Oakville
1225 Trafalgar Road,
Oakville, Ontario
mayor@oakville.ca
905-845-6601
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