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Low Voter Turnout Lets Organised Groups Shape Burlington's Civic Agenda
A growing conversation in Burlington's civic circles is highlighting how low municipal voter turnout gives organised special interest groups a disproportionate say in who runs City Hall — and what they do once they're there. With the next municipal election on the horizon in October 2026, the stakes for showing up are real.
Burlington's Mayoral Race Heats Up — Who's Your Pick?
A community poll is circulating on Burlington's local subreddit, asking residents who they think will be the city's next mayor. It's unscientific but a fun early pulse-check — click through and make your pick.
Federal petition to protect kids in ERs closes August 31
Finlay van der Werken, a 16-year-old from Burlington, died after waiting more than eight hours in an ER with no pediatric protocols in place. A federal petition calling for national pediatric emergency standards closes August 31 — here's why it matters.
Meet the 30 Candidates Vying for Burlington's Seven Council Seats
Thirty candidates are officially in the running for Burlington's seven City Council seats and the Mayor's chair this October. Here's a full ward-by-ward breakdown of who's competing — including some familiar faces and a few notable comebacks.
Ward 6 Councillor Breaks Down Mount Nemo Quarry Expansion Proposal
A Ward 6 councillor has shared a video explainer on the proposed Mount Nemo Quarry expansion — if you want to know what's being discussed and what it could mean for Burlington, this is a good place to start.
Mayor's Campaign Sign Broke City Rules — But Will Anything Come of It?
A resident complaint put the spotlight on a Mayor Meed Ward campaign sign that appears to have broken Burlington's election sign rules — but formal charges in these situations are a long shot.
30 Candidates Are Running for Seven Seats on Burlington Council
The nomination deadline has passed and Burlington's municipal election field is set: 30 candidates are running for seven seats across the city's six wards. Find out who's running in your neighbourhood.
Ward 3 Candidate Katy Moore Speaks Out on Traffic and Policing
Ward 3 council candidate Katy Moore is linking traffic management and police enforcement as interconnected priorities in her campaign platform. If you're a Ward 3 resident, her take on neighbourhood safety is worth following.
Corporate Lawyer Alex Don Eyes Ward 5 Seat on Burlington City Council
Burlington-born corporate lawyer Alex Don is running for Ward 5 City and Regional Councillor, with a platform focused on reining in property tax increases, addressing rising car thefts, and bringing long-term fiscal planning to City Hall.
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