Hamilton City Hall Forecourt

• Man facing charge for causing disruption at Hamilton city hall

  Hamilton police say the daytime incident happened May 12 and involved a man swinging a metal post causing damage on the main floor of city hall.

  Crime

  May 18, 2023
  
• Crews begin installation of bollards at Hamilton City Hall to thwart potential vehicle attacks

  Bollards around city hall were recommended in a 2021 public works study amid concerns over the site becoming popular for demonstrations.

  Canada

  Apr 26, 2023
  
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• Victims of Buffalo mass shooting, black survivors honoured at candlelight vigil in Hamilton

  The candlelight vigil at Hamilton's City Hall forecourt on Monday created a space to mourn those who have lost their lives at the hands of white supremacy.

  Canada

  May 31, 2022
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• Hamilton politicians oppose convenience store liquor licenses, approve budget, forecourt security

  Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger spoke to the 7-Eleven licencing bid saying while he supports 'reasonable ability for people to consume alcohol,' this seems 'unsafe.'

  Politics

  Mar 31, 2021
• Hamilton politicians will spend $682,000 to protect city hall forecourt

  Dundas Coun. Arlene Vanderbeek believes councillors have a "duty" to spend the money, and a "responsibility to have a safe place where people can express themselves."

  Politics

  Mar 22, 2021
• Hamilton police charge organizers of 2 Hugs over Masks events

  Hamilton police say the Jan. 3 gathering drew about 40 people, while more than 60 protesters took part in a similar event this past Sunday.

  Lifestyle

  Jan 12, 2021
• Hamilton’s mayor apologizes for tweet after violence at U.S. Capitol

  Global News has asked Mayor Fred Eisenberger to respond to the criticism.

  Canada

  Jan 7, 2021
• Hamilton city hall forecourt security upgrades remain under consideration

  Ward 2 Coun. Jason Farr says 'this is about public safety, and public safety is our number one issue.'

  Politics

  Oct 14, 2020
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• Hamilton politicians divided on need for added security in city hall forecourt

  Nann voted in favour of the added security measure saying councillors need to send a message to residents that 'their safety matters to us.'

  Politics

  Oct 6, 2020
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• Hamilton city council easing up on protest rules for city hall forecourt

  As outlined in the approved list, it's still fine to be "boisterous" and create a "nuisance" during demonstrations.

  Politics

  Jul 12, 2019