Tracking proposed new large-scale residential developments

There are more than half a dozen proposed large-scale residential developments in Ainslie Wood and Westdale, at various stages of planning and approval. We are working to keep track of the proposals and their status with City Hall so that AWWCA members and other neighbours know what’s being proposed and planned. We welcome any additions or updates.

See the Proposed new large residential developments page.

Most recent updates: February, 2020.

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COVID-19 & mosquitos

The City of Hamilton Public Health Services has received some questions about the transmission of SARS-Cov-2 / COVID-19 via mosquitos. Here is their response:

The new coronavirus CANNOT be transmitted through mosquito bites. To date there has been no information nor evidence to suggest that the new coronavirus could be transmitted by mosquitoes. The new coronavirus is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. To protect yourself, clean your hands frequently with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Also, avoid close contact with anyone who is coughing and sneezing.

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May board meeting

The AWWCA has suspended all board meeting until further notice pending Covid19 outcome.

The AWWCA has suspended all weekly emails as per Covid19 legislation on cancellation of all public meeting and events.

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April 6th board meeting cancelled

The April 6th meeting of the board of directors has been cancelled. Our next scheduled meeting is for Monday, May 4th, but we don’t know at this point whether or not the meeting can go ahead.

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Meeting re. McMaster’s planned Main/Traymore residence

“Concerned Residents of Westdale” (CROW) is holding a public meeting to help organize opposition to the design of the proposed residence between Main St W and Traymore Ave next to campus. See a description on our “Proposed new large residential developments” page.

Thursday, April 30th
6:30 pm
St. Paul’s Church (Kings St W at Cline Ave N)

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Westdale Village Jazz Vespers @ St. Paul’s March 8th at 4 pm

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Westdale Village Jazz Vespers at St. Paul’s February 9th @ 4pm

Music by Jobim, Carmichael, Mary Oliver, and Rogers & Hart. Featuring Elena Kapeleris, Rob Somerville, Stacie McGregor, Tim Shia, and Jim Sandilands.

The church is often to capacity for these concerts/services, so come early. Refreshments available afterwards.

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March-break arts camp at St. Cuthberts

St. Cuthbert’s Presbyterian Church, located in the heart of Westdale Village, Hamilton, is offering a March Break arts camp, from Monday, March 16 – Friday, March 20, 2020.

This camp is open to all children from the Hamilton community. Children must be aged 6-12 years at the time of the camp start.

The theme of this year’s camp is caring for creation. The focus will be on learning about the land, water, air, and animals through music, song, crafts, dance, theatre, and outdoor play.

Camp Hours

Monday, March 16 – Friday, March 20, 2020, 8:30am-3:00pm.

  • 8:30am-9:00am: Drop off
  • 9:00am-2:30pm: Camp activities
  • 2:30pm-3:00pm: Pick up

Full details: https://www.saintcs.com/camp

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RBG taking Christmas trees to build new Chedoke polution barrier

The Royal Botanical Gardens are looking for ca. 1,300 Christmas trees to construct a rampart to help block the flow of pollution into the marsh.

RBG worker Kyle Mataya builds a berm out of discarded Christmas trees at Princess Point in west Hamilton last January. With heightened awareness of sewage in Chedoke Creek this winter, officials are stepping up efforts to use trees as a barrier to help keep contamination from spreading into Cootes Paradise. – Barry Gray , The Hamilton Spectator file photo

The RBG is looking for an additional 1,500 trees for extending the Grindstone Creek barrier, which helps to control carp.

Trees can be dropped off until Tuesday, January 13 at Princess Point for the Chedoke Creek barrier or at Valley Inn Road just off Spring Gardens Road for the Grindstone Creek barrier. Signs will be posted at each site about details.

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A Charlie Brown Christmas Vespers

A Sunday-afternoon vespers service, featuring live performances of music from A Charlie Brown Christmas at St. Paul’s Church in Westdale.

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Westdale Living Advent Calendar 2019

Westdale resident Lisa Mertz introduced this lovely Swiss tradition to our community. Each day a decorated window will be revealed in homes around the neighbourhood. You are invited to take a stroll and enjoy the sights!

Click here to open a larger map in a new window.

Dates and locations:

  • Dec. 1, 80 Oak Knoll Dr.
  • Dec. 2, 57 Marion Ave. North
  • Dec. 3, 1 Norwood Rd.
  • Dec. 4, 171 Dromore Cres.
  • Dec. 5, 191 Parkview Dr.
  • Dec. 6, 44 Bond St. South
  • Dec. 7, 211 Parkview Dr. There will be caroling!
  • Dec. 8, 162 Haddon Ave. North
  • Dec. 9, 44 Paisley Ave. North
  • Dec. 10, 152 Haddon Ave. North
  • Dec. 12, 27 Dalewood Cres.
  • Dec. 11, 102 Paradise Rd. North. Featuring live music and hot cider 5:30-6:30 p.m.!
  • Dec. 13, 47 Dromore Cres.
  • Dec. 14, 63 Uplands Ave.
  • Dec. 15, 112 Dromore Cres.
  • Dec. 16, 27 Bond St. South
  • Dec. 17, 112 Paisley Ave. North
  • Dec. 18, 91 Paisley Ave. North
  • Dec. 19, 18 Arkell St.
  • Dec. 20, 43 Bond St. South
  • Dec. 21, 254 Bond St. North
  • Dec. 22, 96 Paisley Ave. North
  • Dec. 23, 234 Bond St. North
  • Dec. 24, 82 Paisley Ave. North
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