Hamilton Insider

01/09/2025

🐾 Hamilton dog owners, this one’s for you! 🐾
Want to make your park adventures with your furry friend safe and enjoyable for everyone? Check out our guide to Pet Etiquette on City Properties! From leash rules to wildlife protection, we’ve got you covered. Let’s keep Hamilton’s parks clean, green, and pet-friendly! 🌳🐕

Hamiltonians love their furry friends, and why wouldn’t they? With Hamilton’s beautiful parks, trails, and green spaces, it’s the perfect city for you and your pup to explore together. But before you leash up and head out, let’s talk about some important pet etiquette to keep everyone — hu...

01/06/2025

🎉 Big news, Hamilton! Our city is getting THREE brand-new recreation centres in Glanbrook, Fruitland-Winona, and Waterdown! 💪🏋️‍♀️ Let your voice be heard—online surveys are coming this January and February to help shape these amazing spaces. 🗣️ Let’s create hubs that bring our community together! 💖 Check out all the details.

Big things are happening, Hamilton! The city is laying the groundwork for not one, not two, but three shiny new recreation centres. These new hubs of activity will be popping up in Glanbrook, Fruitland-Winona, and Waterdown, promising a mix of gyms, program spaces, and (if you’re lucky) pools to k

01/03/2025

🚢 Hamilton’s port isn’t just about steel anymore—it’s fueling the future of food!
With expansions by Parrish & Heimbecker and SucroCan, Hamilton is stepping up as a major hub for Ontario’s agri-food sector. From flour to sugar, the city is cooking up something big! 🍞🍬

👉 Read more about these exciting projects

Hamilton’s port isn’t just about steel anymore; it’s carving a name as a food-sector heavyweight. Among the exciting projects reshaping the waterfront is the expansion of Canadian agri-business Parrish & Heimbecker (P&H), adding serious muscle to its operations on Pier 10.

11/23/2024

🚧 Big Changes Coming to The Hammer! 🏙️
Hamilton’s skyline is getting a bold upgrade with TWO massive towers (30 & 31 storeys) coming to Queen & Napier in the Strathcona neighbourhood. With 975 rental units, seniors’ housing, and a commercial podium, this development is all about growth—but not without its fair share of community compromises. What do you think, Hamiltonians? Love it or leave it? Let us know! 💬

As Hamilton continues to evolve, projects like this show a city balancing growth with neighbourhood concerns. Whether you’re excited about more rental options or bracing for traffic changes, one thing’s for sure: The Hammer’s skyline is on the rise.

11/18/2024

Hamilton offers the perfect mix of urban excitement and natural wonder, making it an ideal weekend destination. With this itinerary, you’ll experience the best of “The Ambitious City” and leave with memories that will last a lifetime.

11/14/2024

📸🌕 Heads up, Hamilton! The last supermoon of 2024 is gracing our skies on November 15, and it’s too good to miss. We’ve got the scoop on the best spots around the city to watch the beaver moon rise. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or just looking for a magical evening out, check out our latest article for all the details. 🌌

Hamiltonians, we’re in for a treat with the last supermoon of 2024 set to peak this Friday, November 15! Known as the beaver moon , this supermoon will be at its brightest around 4:29 p.m. ET and will shine big and bold until 10 p.m.

11/07/2024

From award-winning cheese slices to hearty deep-dish pies, Hamilton’s pizza scene is thriving and packed with flavor. Whether you’re a fan of thin crust, thick crust, or something in between, these local pizzerias have something for everyone. So grab a friend, grab a slice, and enjoy all the pizza magic Hamilton has to offer.

From award-winning cheese slices to hearty deep-dish pies, Hamilton’s pizza scene is thriving and packed with flavor. Whether you’re a fan of thin crust, thick crust, or something in between, these local pizzerias have something for everyone. So grab a friend, grab a slice, and enjoy all the piz...

10/23/2024

🚋✨ Ready to take a trip back in time? The Halton County Radial Railway is a hidden gem just outside of Hamilton! Hop aboard a vintage streetcar and experience Ontario’s rich transportation history firsthand. Perfect for a family day out or a nostalgic adventure! 📸👨‍👩‍👦

📍 Located just 40 minutes from The Hammer! Check out the full article on HamiltonInsider.com

https://www.hamiltoninsider.com/things-to-do/step-back-in-time-at-the-halton-county-radial-railway-a-hidden-gem-of-ontario

09/13/2024

Supercrawl Started!!! Yeay

09/12/2024

Hamilton’s skyline is set to get a new look with Canadian Tire Real Estate Investment Trust's proposal for two sleek, 25-storey residential towers at Main Street East and Victoria Avenue South. This ambitious project promises to bring a major shift to the city’s Downtown edge, and it’s already stirring up quite a buzz.

Hamilton’s skyline is set to get a new look with Canadian Tire Real Estate Investment Trust's proposal for two sleek, 25-storey residential towers at Main Street East and Victoria Avenue South. This ambitious project promises to bring a major shift to the city’s Downtown edge, and it’s already...

09/10/2024

09/08/2024

Heads up, Hamilton! The skies are about to get a whole lot cooler as the legendary Red Arrows, the United Kingdom’s top-tier aerobatic team, are making a pit stop at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum.

Heads up, Hamilton! The skies are about to get a whole lot cooler as the legendary Red Arrows, the United Kingdom’s top-tier aerobatic team, are making a pit stop at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum .