Does anyone know why there are often a couple of cars parked on the side of the road across from Burlington Memorial Gardens on Guelph Line? Is there a trail back in there or something? Talking about this spot:

https://preview.redd.it/34wfwbcg8iyd1.png?width=2428&format=png&auto=webp&s=741e8091fd7264cbb5451477521bb33c3eeb9ab6

Why is the city allowing the encampment to stay in this area? The area is an absolute mess of human feces, garbage and drug paraphernalia. When is enough actually enough? Why not set aside an area, let's say Bronte Campground or similar and put them all there. Give them a communal kitchen, showers and bathrooms. Keep the city clean, letting homeless people do as they please isn't doing the citizens any favours.

Seriously? I thought Diwali ended this morning? I’m all for celebrating but it’s continuously waking up my infant, and the holiday has passed.

Any ideas where I can dump the bit of water and tablet out of my black tank before winter? We had planned one more trip that didn’t happen…. Now I’m stuck with water in the tank.

I saw him walking about 430-5p - or being dragged by the dog. He's an older guy, maybe 50s, 60s and the dog was a beautiful young shepherd from a good breeder (I know my GSDs). This guy could not control the dog and in frustration kept grabbing it by the scruff of the neck and sorta making a pinning-him-down motion. It was all I could do to keep driving. That poor dog. GSDs are so smart, all they both need is training. Drives me loony. This is both a rant and a PSA. Your dogs only know what you teach them so don't mistreat them because you didn't go to dog-training classes with them when they were a puppy. I haven't been able to stop thinking about this, wondering about that poor dog's life at their home.

If you head up Walkers Line Noth of Dundas Street there are all kinds of orange conduit and fiber optics being put in the ground up there. I figured out that this is folks from standardbroadband.ca who are rolling this out. Here is their deployment map:

https://standardbroadband.ca/rural-burlington-fibre-to-the-home/

Why can’t we get this in the rest of the city? Why are we still limping along with 6 Mbps DSL in places?

Any city councillors on this sub?

Looking for 8 inch recessed (pot) lights, but can't find them at either Rona or Homedepot. Are there any electric / lighting supply stores in the area that may carry these lights?

Hello Burlington friends,

Guys, please don't shout or curse at kids coming to your door for Halloween. Why does this even need to be said?

I've witnessed with my own eyes three separate incidents over the last few years of people being complete jerks with kids coming up to their door. Maybe some young boy is being saucy, saying something like "trick or treat-- or else!" Or some teen girls are enjoying a last childish hurrah--

That doesn't give you the right to terrify that boy or, in the case of tonight, shout "TEENAGE BRATS!" across the lawn at some older girls trying to go door to door.

The girls I saw were terrified and disturbed after the experience. Also one look at them and you could tell that, while they were more mature looking, they were 14 at most.

All in all folks, kids are going to be silly and saucy... But as adults, can't we give them the grace to test their boundaries without fear of being shouted down, intimidated or cursed at?

Just my two cents.

Edit: thanks to those who listened: I only brought this up so we can all be more aware that there are some people who have an ax to grind and don't mind getting in the faces of kids. It's not an epidemic by any means, but it does happen.

My sump pump isnt working and needs to be replaced. Plumber quoted me $700 to replace, is that a reasonable amount? Also, any excellent plumber recommendations?

Has anyone tried a naturopath for acne? I was told to go on accutane but am terrified of the side effects and I know acne has to do with whats going on in the inside. Any words of encouragement?

I'm near Guelph and Upper Middle and I keep hearing explosions. I'd say it was fireworks but, it's raining... Anyone know what that is?

It's early but wow is it ever quiet tonight.

Fewer than 10 kids at the door, and the streets look empty.

How's the trick-or-treat crowds in your neck of the woods?

I've been chasing a funky fishy smell in our dishwasher for the past year or so. Tried cleaning it, sanitizing, cleaning the sink drain pipe, checking the height of the drain hose from the washer, but nothing has worked.

I thought it was just us until I went to a function at Paletta and the caterer had the same smell in the water glasses. Is anyone else having trouble with an odour from the washer after using it?

Hi there, I have been researching companies near me for a few weeks now, trying to get a foot in somewhere that might take me in. I am looking to start a career in the electrical field. Now I'm sure a lot of people are in the same boat as me, as finding someone who will sponsor an apprentice is hard to find these days, but if anyone has any information on any companies in the area that are known for taking on apprentices and that I could reach out to if I haven't already. Any help is greatly appreciated.

Has anyone in Central Burlington used Rogers for their home internet? They're offering a pretty good rate and my Bell DSL service isn't anything to celebrate.

And I won't deal with Cogeco before they get suggested.

Need a medical examination to renew my AZ license, I am without a family doctor and wondering if any walk in clinics schedule this? Any info helps, thanks

Hey everyone I am seeking a coop in the accounting/tax/audit field for the upcoming Jan- April’25 coop term. Please let me know if anyone has any leads.

Recommendation for an Escape Room place with enough concurrent rooms to facilitate 30+ players - Maybe 4 rooms of 8 for example. Also, best atmosphere / themes for a corporate team building event?

Has anyone seen small pumpkins for sale anywhere around? Preferably south/west Burlington? Not mini pumpkins - needs to be carve-able. Fortinos on plains only has large pumpkins. Thank you!

Looking for some mobile pet grooming recommendations. Preferably one that uses a mobile grooming station, and that can accommodate a large dog.

Thanks in advance!

This might be a long shot BUT I lost super sentimental necklace charms from my necklace on Tuesday, Oct 29th in the Fortinos plaza (Guelph Line)

Charms are a B, rainbow, 3 birthstones :(

Thanks B friends!

Seen 3 passenger vehicles pulled over by MTO today on my commute, be diligent out there.

Hi, I'm new in Burlington, and I’m looking for someone who can join my band to play and write songs.

Style is something like post-hardcore, nu-metal, alt-rock, punk and dance-rock with keys and some electro elements. Already have over 30 demos and I’m going to release a single with the album soon. If you would like to hear it just message me.

I play guitar, bass, keys, drums and can sing, and I’m looking for anybody who can play any of these instruments or can also sing. I'm 19 and any age for a new member is fine. The main thing is that you like the songs and same vibe. Thank you.

Ps: sorry for the long text

I just drove by the Nautique Lakefront Residences on Lakeshore --- why does the "brick" facing look so awful? Cheap doesn't begin to describe it ... it looks like they Temu'd it.

I recently moved and set up my Sonos Beam. So far I have been unsuccessful in getting it going. I have followed the prompts on my phone app but it still won't connect. Does anyone have a suggestion on how to get it working?