Councillor Esther Pauls

Councillor Esther Pauls Proudly representing Ward 7
Q's/Comments: esther.pauls@hamilton.ca
Ward 7 Councillor / Ironman Competitor/ Torchbearer 2015 PanAm Games.

Awards: YMCA Peace Medal/Athena/Woman of Yr/Spirit

HAPPENING TODAY: One of my favourite winter fundraisers for one of my favourite causes!! SOUPFEST is the major annual fu...
02/24/2026

HAPPENING TODAY: One of my favourite winter fundraisers for one of my favourite causes!! SOUPFEST is the major annual fundraiser for the non-profit " Living Rock Ministries," which has been supporting vulnerable Hamilton youth since 1985. Funds raised are invaluable to helping with programs, services, and resources that help youth develop a personal vision for their lives, offering safety, belonging and a bridge to the community. So, Soupfest, is both super-fun to enjoy on a winter's day and supporting something very worthwhile.

Just $20, covers FOUR 4oz bowls of yummy, hot, soup as you choose from a wide array of delicious options, generously donated by local chefs and restaurants - another example of our inspiring community - thank you, local vendors!! And you know the soup is going to be fantastic when the event also includes local competitions for the Best Soup, Most Creative Soup, and Heart Smart Soup, as well as a Best Display contest.

Be part of this cherished 30-plus-year annual Hamilton tradition and help Living Rock build a stronger future for Hamilton youth who are facing homelessness, poverty, mental health challenges, and more. Money raised also supports resources like job training, mentorship, and life skills workshops.

SOUPFEST:
February 24, 2026, 11:30am - 07:00pm
Hamilton Convention Centre
1 Summers Lane
Hamilton ON L8P 4Y2

•In Advance: $20 for 4-4oz bowls of soup | Passport: $45 sample 2.5oz of every soup available
•In Person Tickets, Day of Event: $25 | Seniors $20 | Passport $50

Details and online tickets: https://www.livingrock.ca/soupfest

02/24/2026

Ahead on this morning's Planning Committee agenda: Active Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications (City Wide), and more. Join us at 9:30 via https://video.isilive.ca/hamilton/council.html or QR code in image.

Included on today's Public Works agenda: State of the Urban Forest Report (2026) (City Wide); Sewage Spills from City In...
02/23/2026

Included on today's Public Works agenda: State of the Urban Forest Report (2026) (City Wide); Sewage Spills from City Infrastructure - Annual Report (City Wide); Automated Traffic Enforcement Reserve (City Wide), and more. Join us at 1:30 pm at https://video.isilive.ca/hamilton/council.html or via QR code in image.

02/22/2026

I was deeply honoured to be in the company of this fine regiment and fellow guests last night at Carmen’s, as The Hochwald Ball Committee hosted a celebration of the 81st Anniversary of Allied Victory at the Hochwald Gap.

The Hochwald Ball is a vibrant celebration of the Argyll Regimental Family - a night to honour their storied history, sharing in the spirit of Highland Traditions, and strengthen the bonds that unite this close-knit group in an atmosphere of pride, camaraderie, and lively festivities. This elegant gala blended beloved heritage and remembrance with heartfelt connection. What a special evening!

NEXT TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH: One of my favourite winter fundraisers for one of my favourite causes!! SOUPFEST is the maj...
02/21/2026

NEXT TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH: One of my favourite winter fundraisers for one of my favourite causes!! SOUPFEST is the major annual fundraiser for the non-profit " Living Rock Ministries," which has been supporting vulnerable Hamilton youth since 1985. Funds raised are invaluable to helping with programs, services, and resources that help youth develop a personal vision for their lives, offering safety, belonging and a bridge to the community. So, Soupfest, is both super-fun to enjoy on a winter's day and supporting something very worthwhile.

Just $20, covers FOUR 4oz bowls of yummy, hot, soup as you choose from a wide array of delicious options, generously donated by local chefs and restaurants - another example of our inspiring community - thank you, local vendors!! And you know the soup is going to be fantastic when the event also includes local competitions for the Best Soup, Most Creative Soup, and Heart Smart Soup, as well as a Best Display contest.

Be part of this cherished 30-plus-year annual Hamilton tradition and help Living Rock build a stronger future for Hamilton youth who are facing homelessness, poverty, mental health challenges, and more. Money raised also supports resources like job training, mentorship, and life skills workshops.

SOUPFEST:
February 24, 2026, 11:30am - 07:00pm
Hamilton Convention Centre
1 Summers Lane
Hamilton ON L8P 4Y2

•In Advance: $20 for 4-4oz bowls of soup | Passport: $45 sample 2.5oz of every soup available
•In Person Tickets, Day of Event: $25 | Seniors $20 | Passport $50

Details and online tickets: https://www.livingrock.ca/soupfest

Have books to donate? Short on your own reading supply? Mountain Kidz Klub to the rescue!!!Three book sales are on the h...
02/20/2026

Have books to donate? Short on your own reading supply? Mountain Kidz Klub to the rescue!!!

Three book sales are on the horizon. Donations to stock these are welcome every Friday evening from 6:30-8:00 PM, ahead of the three-day book sale (Saturday, February 28th; Saturday, March 7th; and Sunday, March 22nd.)

Drop-off used paperbacks and hardcovers tonight at Eastmount Community Centre, 115 East 26th St.
Questions? Call 905-574-4190.

02/18/2026

With the current weather conditions expected to intensify, and out of concern for resident and employee safety, we have decided to close all City Facilities (this includes Arenas, Hamilton Civic Museums, Municipal Service Centres, City Hall, Community Centres, Golf Courses and Gage Park Greenhouse, etc.) at noon today.

Operations directly supporting winter weather continue as necessary.

Some programs and services are not impacted and will continue, including:
• Hamilton Farmer’s Market remains open
• Customer Contact Centre will transition into after-hours City emergency dispatch
• Provincial Offences Administration Courts will operate as scheduled, however, counter services will be closed
• HSR will continue operations with some potential delays as operators use caution
• Curbside Waste Collection (Garbage, Green Bin and Bulk Waste Collection) continues, however, it may be slower than usual as crews proceed with caution due to changing road conditions
• Curbside Waste Collection (Recycling) continues as its delivered under the Provincial Blue Box Program
Transfer Stations and Community Recycling Centres remain open
• Ontario Works/ Special Supports Program at 250 Main St E and 1550 Upper James offices are closed. Staff are available through MyBenefits and by phone 905-546-4800.
• Housing Services Offices at 350 King St E. are closed. Staff will be available by phone and email.
Macassa Lodge and Wentworth Lodge remain operational
• Red Hill Family Centre is closed. If you require further assistance or information please email at redhillfamilycentre@hamilton.ca or if you need to speak with someone immediately, please call 905-973-4666.
• Child Care Fee Subsidy office (Lister Block building) is closed and in person appointments cancelled. Families can contact their worker directly or email childcare@hamilton.ca.
•Xperience Annex in person services are closed. Clients can email Xperience@hamilton.ca
Home Management in person client visits are cancelled. Clients can email their worker at homemanagement@hamilton.ca.
• EarlyON Child and Family Centre programs operating in schools and recreation centres are closed.

Stay safe today as the weather changes!

Happy Ramadan to all who are celebrating. May this holy month be filled with peace, abundance and blessings.
02/18/2026

Happy Ramadan to all who are celebrating. May this holy month be filled with peace, abundance and blessings.

02/18/2026

AS PER THE CITY OF HAMILTON'S TRANSPORTATION DIVISION:

Environment Canada has issued an Orange Warning for freezing rain for the City, expected to begin this morning, increasing in intensity before gradually easing after 5:00 PM. Some areas may experience a mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow. 12 mm of freezing rain are possible, with up to 5 cm of snow in some areas, with temperatures between 0°C and -3°C through the day, moderate winds, and gusts up to 55 km/h.

The Roadway Maintenance team worked overnight to pre-treat escarpment accesses, sidewalks, bike lanes, transit stops, and other areas most susceptible to freezing rain, including bridge decks, hills, and curves. Weather and road conditions will be monitored through the day with City response as required and routes serviced in priority order. The City’s salt supply also remains adequate.

AND FROM THE CITY OF HAMILTON CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS:

• DARTS has cancelled their services
• Macassa Lodge Adult Day program is cancelled

Due to the weather-related closure of schools by the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board, programs occurring in the gymnasium in shared facilities at the following centres are cancelled:

• Beasley Community Centre (Dr. J. E. Davey ES)
• Dalewood Recreation Centre (Dalewood ES)
• Domenic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre (Lake Avenue ES)
• Hill Park Recreation Centre (Hill Park Learning Centre)
• Kanétskare Recreation Centre (Kanétskare ES)
• Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre (Cathy Wever ES)
• Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre (Sir Allan MacNab SS)
• Sir Winston Churchill Recreation Centre (Sir Winston Churchill SS)

The Afterschool Program is cancelled at the following locations:
• Bennetto Community Centre
• Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre
• Westmount Recreation Centre

Programming at the following Seniors Centres is cancelled, buildings remain open:
• Ancaster Senior Achievement Centre
• Flamborough Seniors’ Centre
• Sackville Seniors’ Centre

At this time, all City administrative offices and facilities remain open, as we monitor road and weather conditions through the day.

Address

71 Main Street Street West/2nd Floor
Hamilton, ON
L8P4Y5

Telephone

905-546-2706

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