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Islanders AHL farm team moving to Hamilton thespec.com/sports/hockey/…

The lineup of TD Coliseum events no one wants to miss, starting with Paul McCartney 👉 thespec.com/entertainment/… Here’s a rundown of who’s making a big splash in Hamilton and when to expect them.

Toronto Rock to return to TD Coliseum thespec.com/sports/lacross…

These local restaurants made the Michelin Guide!! 👉 thespec.com/news/hamilton-… #HamOntFood @MichelinGuideNA #MichelinGuide2025 Two Hamilton eateries recognized alongside Jordan Station restaurant

#HamOnt What an unforgettable Shai Rally Day! 🏀❤️ A huge THANK YOU to our incredible staff, dedicated partners, and of course — every Hamiltonian who showed up and showed out! Your energy, support, and pride made this day one for the books. Whether you were cheering, working behind the scenes, or spreading the love online — this moment belonged to ALL of us. Together, we celebrated not just Shai, but the heart of this city. 💪🔥 @cityofhamilton

Shai Rally Day served as a powerful celebration of Hamilton’s rich history and the lasting impact of one of its own. Thank you to everyone in the community who made it out to celebrate.

"I took pride in letting everyone know I was from Hamilton" SGA SHOWS LOVE TO HIS HOMETOWN! 🙌

The City of Hamilton is proud to announce a special community celebration honouring hometown hero and global basketball superstar Shai Gilgeous Alexander for his record-breaking 2024-25 NBA season. Release >> hamilton.ca/city-council/n… #HamOnt

Come Celebrate History at Shai Rally Day‼️ Join the @CityofHamilton for a once-in-a-lifetime event as we celebrate our very own Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (@shaiglalex). 2024–25 @NBA MVP, Champion, and a true hometown hero! On Thursday, August 7 at 3:30 p.m., attend a FREE community rally at Hamilton Stadium and see the best basketball player in the world live, in-person when we celebrate his historic season! RSVP now! 🔗 | ticats.ca/shaiday @okcthunder | @CanBball

#HamOnt I’m absolutely thrilled to bring Shai Rally Day to the @cityofhamilton! This is our city’s official celebration of NBA Champion, NBA MVP, NBA Finals MVP, NBA Scoring Champion, ESPY Best Athlete – Men’s Sports, and proud Hamiltonian, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.    Shai has made history as the first Canadian to win NBA Finals MVP, the first to lead the league in scoring, and only the second Canadian to earn regular season MVP. He’s also one of just four players in NBA history to win all four major titles in a single season - and now, he’s been recognized on the world stage with the 2025 ESPY Best Athlete - Men's Sports.   As part of this celebration, I am proud to be presenting Shai with the Key to the City, the first such honour bestowed by a Mayor of Hamilton since 1998. It’s a symbolic gesture of the deep pride and admiration Hamilton holds for one of its own.   This free community rally is our way of showing Shai just how proud we are of his incredible accomplishments, and the way he continues to carry Hamilton with him on the global stage.    It’s going to be an unforgettable day in our city - and I hope to see you there! RSVP now! 🔗 | ticats.ca/shaiday

Road closures and @hsr detours are planned for the Around the Bay Road Race on Sunday, March 30. Details: hamilton.ca/aroundthebayde… #HamOnt

Canada’s biggest night in music returns to Ontario next spring, as Hamilton plays host to the JUNO Awards for the seventh time! Our government is thrilled to support our homegrown musical talent by providing Hamilton with $1.5M to help hold the awards. junoawards.ca/caras-oak-view…

#HamOnt The @CityofHamilton is thrilled to welcome the JUNO Awards back to our city in 2026!   Hamilton has a deep-rooted passion for supporting artists and celebrating the incredible and diverse talent in the Canadian music industry – and hosting the JUNO Awards once again is an exciting opportunity to showcase our entertainment scene, newly upgraded concert venues, and exceptional hospitality.   We can’t wait to make this a memorable celebration of Canadian music! 🎶 junoawards.ca/caras-oak-view…

#HamOnt I am absolutely thrilled to welcome @porterairlines to Hamilton’s John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport @flyyhm and to see Vantage Group’s continued investment to enhance passenger facilities. This is a major win for the @cityofhamilton and will significantly transform our airport’s passenger service offerings. For years, the John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport has been home to Canada’s largest domestic overnight express cargo service, fueling our community's economic growth and creating jobs.   Hamiltonians have also longed for more robust passenger options to serve travellers from our city and surrounding communities. The strategic partnership between Porter Airlines and Vantage Group/TradePort, with whom the city recently completed a successful long-term lease renewal, is a significant investment that will rejuvenate and boost passenger services and will benefit residents, businesses, and the broader region for decades to come!

#HamOnt I am thrilled that the province is supporting the @cityofhamilton bid to host the 2026 JUNO Awards! Our city has a rich and historic music scene that has shaped Canada’s cultural landscape for generations and continues to thrive today. From legendary artists to rising stars, Hamilton has long been a hub of creativity and musical excellence. With this support, we are one step closer to bringing this prestigious event to our city, celebrating Canadian music, and showcasing all that Hamilton has to offer. We anticipate an official announcement in the coming weeks and look forward to sharing more exciting news soon.

#HamOnt's Friday 5: Cheers to the Holidays 🥂 🎄 Check out some of our favourite and festive spots. 🍷 @letambourtavern (IG)⁠ 🥃 @⁠wildcat.hamont⁠ (IG) 🍺 @fairweatherbeer (IG)⁠ 🍹 @maipaitiki⁠ 🥂 @ridgeroadwinery ⁠Fore more spots to raise a glass: bit.ly/3OKPoE2

A busy week here at the Chamber! 🏟️ Hamilton Tourism Summit at Tim Hortons Field 👩‍🎓 Student Talent Connect networking event at @RedeemerUniv 🍿 Our final Business After Business of 2024 at @TheWestdale

#HamOnt's Friday 5: Holiday Gift Guide 🎁🎄⁠ ⁠🎁 @olivercohome (IG) ✨️ (Home)Made Hamilton + @ianpett (IG) 🎁 @lodgesoycandles ✨️ @ancastermemorialartscentre (IG) 🎁 @bartonsalumeria (IG) ⁠ 📸 @out_in.nature (IG) Gift Guide: bit.ly/4912LJq

The @CPKCrail Holiday Train is rolling into Hamilton on Nov 23! 🎄 Join us for a free concert by American Authors & KT Tunstall at Gage Park from 8-8:40pm. Don't forget to bring non-perishable food donations to support @HFShare 🔗 hamilton.ca/CPKCHolidayTra… #CPKCHolidayTrain

#HamOnt's Friday 5: Holiday Markets 🎁 @handmadehamilton (IG) 🎄 @hess.village.hamilton Winter Market (IG) 🎁 @stuffed_hamont (IG) 🎄 @thmhshop Handmade House Christmas Market (IG) 🎁 @themommarket_hamilton Winter Pop-Up (IG) ⁠✨️ More markets: bit.ly/3CodW2D