February 15, 2023 News

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Minister Reminds Peel Council of need for density in Major Transit Station Areas

Moments before a vote on maximum and minimum heights for projects in major transit corridors at Peel Regional Council, the office of the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing notified Mississauga Mayor Bonnie Crombie that there would not be any height restrictions, in order to ensure that “transit supportive outcomes are achieved”.

Minister Clark also stated that any changes “that purport to set a maximum height limit within certain Major Transit Station Areas” are “contrary to the modifications made to Section 5.6.19.10 of the legally in-effect Regional Official Plan.”



Read the Minister’s Letter to Peel Regional Council below.

Letter from Minister Clark - February 9, 2023

Falgarwood and Clearview

Underground Rebuild and Construction

Mayor Burton and Councillor Elgar

appointed to Advisory Committees

Halton Regional Council meeting of February 15, 2023 at 9.30

At today's Halton Regional Council meeting Mayor Burton and Councillor Elgar were appointed to the following advisory committees.

Mayor Burton - Chair of Older Adults Advisory Committee

Mayor Burton - Halton Region Accessibility Advisory Committee

Councillor Elgar - Halton Solid Waste Management Advisory Committee

Mayor Burton stated "By serving on both committees, I am committed to advocating for the needs and concerns of older adults, people with disabilities, and working with my fellow committee members to develop policies and programs that support their health, safety, and quality of life."

The advisory committees play a crucial role to assist and advise on Regional policy and services to ensure that all members of our community have equal access to public spaces, services, and opportunities.

5G cell phone service rollout to be orderly

in Halton Region strategy

The 5 Halton municipalities have developed a Halton Digital Access Strategy (HDAS) in conjunction with the 4 electricity distributors to establish a "one window" approach for approving requests to place telecommunication infrastructure in Halton. HDAS will streamline the permitting processes on behalf of the municipalities as telecom providers exercise their rights of access to municipal infrastructure such as poles.

The HDAS will provide the local economic development benefit to equip the region with progressive technologies that will attract economic development and provide existing businesses with improved reliability.

Experience Oakville's culinary scene

during Taste of Oakville

Taste of Oakville returns February 15 to March 10. With over 30 different restaurants to choose from, there are delicious options to satisfy every craving.  

New in 2023, select restaurants will have live music each  Tuesday evening throughout the event.   

“We’re thrilled to feature local musicians at Taste of Oakville this year,” said Rebecca Edgar, executive director of Visit Oakville which organizes Taste.

“Along with promoting local talent, we believe it will add to the ambience and enjoyment of the Taste experience.”   

Town offering free

Family Day activities

The Town of Oakville’s popular Family Day event returns on Monday, February 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at a variety of facilities across Oakville.

The event, sponsored by Sagen Canada, invites families to enjoy free events and activities for all ages and abilities.

“Build your Family Day tradition with us by exploring the many free and unique activities being offered across Oakville. There’s something for everyone with more than 100 activities put on by our dedicated staff and community partners.”

- Mayor Rob Burton

Residents encouraged to participate

February 16 Budget delegations

All Budget Committee meetings are open to the public to attend in person and held in the Council Chamber at Town Hall, 1225 Trafalgar Road.

To delegate virtually at a meeting, please register with townclerk@oakville.ca by noon on the last business day before a meeting held prior to 6 p.m. and by noon on the day of a meeting commencing after 6 p.m.

Dress Code report to be presented at

Halton District School Board Meeting

The HDSB will be providing an update to the dress code for teachers at the board meeting tonight.

Major Investments Strengthens Ontario End-to-End Electric Vehicle Supply Chain.

The Ontario government has secured a $471 million investment by Magna International to expand it's Ontario operations. This will ensure Ontario's end-to-end electric vehicle is strong and will add more than 1,000 new jobs.

Ontario Connecting Youth Leaving Care with Supports to Succeed

Ontario is investing $68 million in a program named "Ready, Set, Go" that will connect youth in the child welfare system with additional services and supports they will require after leaving the system.

Provincial Byelection called in Hamilton Centre

A writ was issued today under section 9.1 of the Election Act for a byelection in the district of Hamilton Centre.

The elections must be called on a Wednesday and held the fifth Thursday after the date of the issue of the writ. Voting will occur on March 16, 2023

January home sales in Canada, lowest levels since 2009

Home sales in January were the lowest for the month since 2009 and down 37.1 per cent compared with a year ago, the Canadian Real Estate Association said Wednesday.

Ohio derailed train 'highly unlikely' to impact Canada

Environment Climate Change Canada stated that the impacts from the rail disaster are 'highly unlikely' to impact Canadians.

Scotland Minister Nicola Sturgeon resigns

Nicola Sturgeon, who has had the longest tenure of any Scottish first minister, announced her plans to resign on Wednesday. Sturgeon will remain until the Scottish National Party has found a successor.

Hyundai, Kia to update software to combat car thefts

Hyundai and Kia are rolling out software to curb a series of auto thefts. The updates are free for millions of vehicles that are missing a key anti-theft device which was exploited.

Ward 1 - Development Applications for February

Ward 2 - Development Applications for February

Ward 3 - Development Applications for February

Ward 4 - Development Applications for February

Ward 5 - Development Applications for February

Ward 6 - Development Applications for February

Ward 7 - Development Applications for February

$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:

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

Food Banks experiencing record demand

Oakville's food banks are in record-breaking demand. If you can donate anything, please do. Your help is needed.

Fareshare Food Bank Oakville:

905-847-3988

oakvillefoodbank@gmail.com

Kerr Street Mission

905-845-7485

kerrstreet.com

The Salvation Army Oakville

salvationarmy.ca

Food 4 Kids Halton

food4kidshalton.ca

Town of Oakville

1225 Trafalgar Road,

Oakville, Ontario

mayor@oakville.ca

905-845-6601