
Good morning Burlington. Happy Monday!
Here is what to expect in today’s issue:
🎄Candlelit Farewell, Fresh Healthcare, & Holiday Markets
🥎 Rising Rookie & Legal Community Giving Back
📅 Some events to keep you busy!
Thanks for being part of our growing community, let’s dive in!
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🌱 Medpoint Clinic Opens on Walkers Lane
Medpoint’s new clinic on Walkers Lane comes at a moment when many Burlington neighbours’s are feeling the strain of long waits and delays. With a full team of specialists and a focus on prevention, the centre gives people a chance to spot concerns early instead of reacting after the fact. It feels like a steadying addition to the neighbourhood.
For older residents, the dedicated geriatrics team offers support that is both practical and close to home. And for everyone navigating the doctor shortage, the clinic brings a bit of relief by adding more hands to local care.
🕯️ One Last Candlelit Stroll Downtown
This month’s Candlelit Stroll will feel a little different, knowing it’s the final one run by the BDBA after more than a decade of kicking off the season together. With Civic Square heading into a long renovation, the event is ready for new hands, but the heart of it remains the same: neighbours gathering, candles glowing, and the Teen Tour Band setting the tone.
On Nov. 28, families can expect the familiar mix of lights, snacks, and small surprises tucked along the route. Businesses will keep their doors open, Spencer Smith Park will shine with the Festival of Lights, and the walk will unfold at its own easy pace.

🥎 Burlington Rookie Makes Her Mark

Source: burlingtontoday.com
Jasmine Seager’s first season with the Fanshawe Falcons turned into something bigger than she expected, earning her OCAA Softball Rookie of the Year. The Burlington native stacked up runs, hits, and steady at-bats by holding herself to the goals she set back in August. It’s the kind of year that shows both talent and a quiet, reliable work ethic.
Away from home for the first time, she found her footing with a team that feels like family and a routine that keeps her grounded. With one strong season behind her, she’s already thinking about how to handle whatever next year’s pitchers bring.
💼 Legal Luncheon Lifts Up Local Families
This year’s Sopinka United Way Legal Luncheon brought together more than 260 lawyers and legal professionals, and the result was a remarkable $461,000 raised for families across Halton and Hamilton. After 24 years, the gathering still carries the same purpose: people in the legal community stepping up because they see how tough things have become for many neighbours.
The funds will support programs that help residents find housing, steady their mental health, and rebuild after hard stretches. It’s a reminder that even one lunch, when shared with intention, can ripple through our region in ways that matter.

Monday, November 17
🌦️ Mainly cloudy with flurry; breezy in the afternoon
High: 5°C | Low: 1°C
Tuesday, November 18
☁️ Low clouds
High: 6°C | Low: 2°C
Wednesday, November 19
☁️ Low clouds
High: 6°C | Low: 3°C

🎲 River Poker Monday Nights
Mon 11/17 @ 6PM-10PM
Blk Swan Kitchen Hub Downtown Burlington
📚 BPL Book Club
Tue 11/18 @ 2PM-3PM
Aldershot Library
🎄 Holiday Planter Workshop
Tue 11/18 @ 6PM-8PM
Nickel Brook Brewing Co.
🎮 Nostalgia Games Cafe Trivia Night
Tue 11/18 @ 7PM-10PM
Nostalgia Games Cafe
📚 BPL Book Club – Central
Wed 11/19 @ 11AM-12PM
Central Library
🧓 Aging Well at Home
Wed 11/19 @ 6:30PM-7:30PM
The Hub @ Burlington Centre
🧛 Twilight Trivia Night
Wed 11/19 @ 7:30PM-10PM
The Coop Wicked Chicken
📊 2026 Business Planning Clinic
Fri 11/20 @ 10AM-4PM
WorkWell Spaces
🤝 Meet the Mayor – Marianne Meed Ward
Thu 11/20 @ 10:30AM-12:30PM
Centre Court
🛍️ LKD Fall Pop-Up
Thu 11/20 @ 6PM-9PM
1463 Ontario St
📚 BPL Book Club – The Berry Pickers
Thu 11/20 @ 7PM-8PM
Tansley Woods
🎵 Canada: From Sea to Sea to Sea
Thu 11/20 @ 7PM
Burlington Performing Arts Centre
💼 Toastmasters Meeting
Thu 11/20 @ 7:30PM-9:30PM
1996 Itabashi Way
🥟 Perogie & Sausage Take-Out Dinner
Fri 11/21 @ 2:30PM-6PM
Ukrainian Hall, Burlington
🎨 Birch Trees Paint Night
Fri 11/21 @ 7PM-9PM
Williams Café
🎨 Paint Nite at Boston Pizza
Fri 11/21 @ 7PM-9PM
Boston Pizza Burlington South
🎉 Beaches Jazz Festival: Neon Nostalgic
Fri 11/21 @ 8PM
Burlington Performing Arts Centre
❓ Trivia
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