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Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
Burlington Heritage Week ushers in August with 20 events in 8 days
Burlington Heritage Week returns the first week of August with a schedule of 20 events and presentations during eight days. This year's celebration of local heritage begins and ends at the Art Gallery of Burlington, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary . It features the guiding theme 'Living with Our Natural Heritage, Naturally' and runs from Aug. 2 to 9. The week kicks off Saturday, Aug. 2 at 10 a.m., with an opening ceremony at the art gallery ( 1333 Lakeshore Rd. ). Local organizations and businesses marking significant milestones will be recognized. Three heritage displays will be available for public viewing at Burlington City Hall ( 426 Brant St. ). As the busy week approaches, Heritage Burlington advisory committee and Heritage Week subcommittee chair Marsha Paley thinks about the effort put in by at least 35 individuals and groups that came together to organize the weeklong celebration. 'I never fail to be thrilled with all the groups that come together for heritage week, are willing to do an event or activity or try something new,' Paley said, in a telephone interview. 'I'm so impressed by all the organizations that want to celebrate heritage.' In addition to the city's heritage advisory committee, Burlington Historical Society, Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington Public Library, Museums of Burlington, Burlington Halton Black History Awareness Society, Beach Canal Lighthouse Group and Kilbride History Group are among the groups that organized events. Paley said support for, and participation in, the annual Heritage Week continues to grow — and the driving force is building new connections between people. 'How can we get more people out and interested in the heritage of Burlington?' Paley asked. 'It's all around us. I think there are wonderful opportunities for heritage tourism.' Paley said Burlington began celebrating a Heritage Day in 1988. 'At some point, it moved to be a month of activities in February until 2020,' she said. 'In 2021 it changed to be a week of events in August. There appears to be more events in a week as was previously done in a month.' For the full Burlington Heritage Week schedule, including more information on all events, visit the City Burlington's Heritage Week website . All events are free, but some may require registration in advance. Check the website for details. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Hamilton Spectator
4 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Oakville and Burlington declare August Black Business Month
The Town of Oakville and the City of Burlington have officially declared August Black Business Month. The announcement was made in a press release issued July 24 by the community group Halton Black Voices and community advocate Kezia Royer-Burkett. First recognized in the United States in 2004, Black Business Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black-owned businesses to the local and national economies. Halton Black Voices and Royer-Burkett noted in their release that the month-long recognition also brings attention to the ongoing barriers Black entrepreneurs face — particularly in accessing equitable financial support and resources — and calls for meaningful community engagement and support. They said these proclamations mark a significant step toward advancing equity, representation and economic empowerment in Halton. Black Business Month, they said, also opens the door for new community-led initiatives designed to highlight local Black-owned businesses, encourages collaboration and builds sustainable support networks across both cities. 'This is more than just a statement,' said Royer-Burkett in a press release. 'It's a commitment to recognizing the vital role Black businesses play in shaping our communities and an invitation for all residents to uplift and invest in that legacy.' Oakville and Burlington's mayors also highlighted the importance of Black-owned businesses in their communities. 'Black businesses have been part of the Oakville economic success story since the earliest days of our town as a freedom destination on the famous Underground Railway,' said Oakville Mayor Rob Burton. Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward also issued a statement in which she noted that Black-owned businesses contribute significantly to the economic and social fabric of Burlington, but face systemic barriers that impact the visibility, growth and access to resources for Black entrepreneurs. A public proclamation ceremony will be held at Burlington City Hall ( 426 Brant St. ) on Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The proclamation will also be celebrated during the Halton Black Voices Cookout on July 26 at Mount Kelso Conservation Area .
