SPRC Newsletter - Keeping You Informed
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We're Moving!

Thursday, May 14, 2015

The Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton is relocating! After many years at 162 King William Street, we are excited to finally relocate to a larger office to accommodate expansion of projects and additional staff.
 
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Profile of Hamilton's Aboriginal Residents

This short report gives overview of demographics of Hamilton’s Aboriginal residents in other to better understand this important community.  The report highlights a growing youth population, a large age group in the 45-49 year age group, education, occupations and income. The report also has data from a recent survey of Aboriginal people experiencing homelessness in Hamilton.
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Profile of North Hamilton

This Profile of North Hamilton describes the trends and conditions within North Hamilton, including the North End and Keith neighbourhoods. The Profile of North Hamilton reveals a community of resilience, a community facing challenges, and a community poised with opportunities.
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An Earth to Table Feast Fundraiser

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Tastebuds', Hamilton's Student Nutrition Collaborative, will be having their second annual Earth to Table Feast in support of Student Nutrition Programs in Hamilton on May 28!  Menu features locally grown produce, along with live music, silent auction, and more!

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SPRC IN THE NEWS


North End residents paying hefty price for city’s rejuvenation plan
Hamilton Spectator
Moratorium won’t stop 700 apartments from turning to condos
CBC Hamilton
How walking helps the economy and could change your life
CBC Hamilton
Housing boom can help bring affluence to the inner city
CBC Hamilton
Public health relocating Hamilton General STD clinic
The Hamilton Spectator
Sandy Shaw, social justice advocate, appointed to port authority board
CBC Hamilton
Only four Hamilton councillors ride buses for charity
Hamilton Spectator
A life of their own choosing
Waterloo Region Record
Project to give homeless aboriginals a place to live
Hamilton Spectator
Trans 101: “They just want to pee”
AM900 CHML
Is Affordable Housing a Priority for the Broader Hamilton Community: One Year Later
Raise the Hammer

Housing First in Hamilton

Join us Wednesday, May 13 in creating a community conversation about Housing and Homelessness. Voices of lived experience will be an essential part of this conversation.
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