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 We focus on four major issues that impact life in Burlington: Budgets, Development, Safety and Traffic. If you’d like something posted on the site, click “Contact Us” above.

Budgets: Taxpayers deserve a transparent budget process.

Development: Housing is essential, but so is holistic planning that considers roads, transit, hospitals and other services for Burlington residents.

Safety: Crime and policing costs are both skyrocketing.

Traffic: How long before the city is completely gridlocked?

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Candidates who have announced their intention to run are listed below.

Election Day: Monday, October 26, 2026

Internet Voting: October 14th to 23rd, 2026

In-person advanced voting: Saturday, October 17th, 2026 and Tuesday, October 20th, 2026.

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Opinion – You think traffic in Burlington is bad now? Wait until the Wyecroft bridge opens.

Opinion – You think traffic in Burlington is bad now? Wait until the Wyecroft bridge opens.

One of the more interesting items discussed during Burlington’s recent traffic forum was the Wyecroft Road bridge. This bridge will connect Oakville’s Wyecroft Road and Burlington’s Harvester Road by spanning Bronte Creek. Some Burlington residents

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Opinion – The Taxi Industry Missed the Boat – Will Burlington Miss the Bus?

Opinion – The Taxi Industry Missed the Boat – Will Burlington Miss the Bus?

Is Burlington missing the bus on transit? Burlington is at a transit crossroads, and Joe Gaetan’s latest article suggests we might be "missing the bus" if we don't adapt. Here is a quick breakdown of

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OPINION – FIFA Caravan – Is Process the Real Story

OPINION – FIFA Caravan – Is Process the Real Story

Joe Gaetan digs into the controversial approval of $160,000 in taxpayer funds for the FIFA Canada Caravan. Following a Freedom of Information request, new details have emerged that challenge the "last-minute urgency" narrative presented to

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Opinion – Taking One For The Team

Opinion – Taking One For The Team

With municipal nominations opening May 1st, candidates must weigh the risks of vote-splitting. In 2018’s Ward 5 race, Paul Sharman won with 33.99% of the vote, edging out his closest rival by only 6%. To

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Opinion – Traffic Forum – Traffic Easing Suggestions

Opinion – Traffic Forum – Traffic Easing Suggestions

David Barker made these traffic-easing suggestions during the Traffic Forum held by Councillors Lisa Kearns and Paul Sharman on April 1st. At the recent Traffic Forum, I suggested these four traffic-easing actions be implemented. There

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Opinion – Is it time for On-Demand Transit in Burlington?

Opinion – Is it time for On-Demand Transit in Burlington?

An ARGO transit bus was available for boarding during the recent “Burlington Community Traffic Forum”. During the event, our Ward 5 councillor announced that he will bring forward a motion to council to have Burlington

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Opinion – All Style, Little Substance

Opinion – All Style, Little Substance

I recently attended the Transportation Open House hosted by Councillors Lisa Kearns and Paul Sharman. Normally, I welcome public meetings because they offer a chance to hear directly from officials about plans and new initiatives.

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Historic Agreement: Feds-Ontario Dig $ 8.8 Billion Deeper into Taxpayer Wallets

Historic Agreement: Feds-Ontario Dig $ 8.8 Billion Deeper into Taxpayer Wallets

This article was originally published in the Bay Observer. It’s being sold as a “historic housing breakthrough”, in reality, it’s a textbook case of shifting the cost of growth away from those who create it

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Opinion – Traffic, if only the province would do something!

Opinion – Traffic, if only the province would do something!

This article was originally published in the March edition of the Burlington Independent. Councillors Kearns and Sharman are hosting a Burlington Community Traffic Forum on April 1st at 6:30 pm at the AGB. This is

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