Hamilton's proposed light rail transit system has been the object of significant debate by citizens and council members alike. Issues like lengthy construction time harming affected businesses, loss of road space and street parking as well as questions regarding the usefulness of the system are only some of the points of contention seen so far.

According to the 2006 census, the city of Hamilton has just under 8000 aboriginal citizens, which is about 1.5% of the population. That’s 8000 people who fall under First Nations, Metis or Inuit. Although they all identify as aboriginal, the difference between the cultures and communities that encompasses can be massive, and these different cultures have long histories of healing and spiritual well-being.

The City of Hamilton’s General Issues Committee met on Oct. 5 to hear a presentation from Steve Jones, a representative of the Hamilton Taxi industry, regarding bylaw amendments concerning the ride-share service Uber. The taxi industry in Hamilton is heav