I was wondering if it was just me or if it’s affecting everybody around me?

Edit: it’s back!!! Thanks everyone for the comments I truly thought I did something 😂💖

I’m in no way affiliated, other than as an annual donor, but the St Matthews Holiday Hope program is now open.

You can sign up to sponsor a family, or a senior, and then purchase items from their wish lists.

It’s a great program that helps bring a little joy to folks that are having a hard time. We’ve done it for five or six years now, and participating is honestly one of our top highlights of the season.

If you want to sign up, make sure you click “Become a sponsor”.

Hey Everyone -

Wondering if anyone knows the story behind these stone pieces that are in a few areas around Gage Park. Were they part of buildings previously on the site, or an element of the park that has since been torn down?

Would love to learn more - I can’t seem to see anything in the park itself to explain where these came from.

Thanks!

Hey y’all, wondering if anyone has any recommendations for companies that install egress windows. Thanks!

Tell me if this is even possible, but I'm hoping I can find someone who could help me find a very small piece of brass (under 1cm long, imagine two grains of rice glued side by side) dropped just outside my back door.

Small search radius, only a couple square meters, but very small object so im guessing it might just be a non-starter. It's a really expensive little fitting and will cost upwards lf like 70 bucks to replace so I thought I'd give it a try just in case.

Happy to compensate with a six pack or coffee and baked goods if someone could lend me half an hour of their time. Thanks!!

Anyone know a company that does fireplace inspections?

We also need them to show us how to work the fireplace and what to watch out for lol. The fireplace is natural not propane.

TYIA!

I like to walk this rail trail(red). I was parking in the lot(green) and getting on it from there, but it has been blocked off. Maybe for the winter? So I parked in the blue lot. But this way, you have to walk through some grassy and wooded area to get to the path. I have 2 small dogs, and 1 is a puppy just recently vaccinated, so I can't walk for too long. I was just wondering if there are other ways to get in there. I also like taking it in the other direction towards Limeridge, etc, but I'm not sure where to park if I started there. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

Hi everyone,
I’m a very worried mother living in Hamilton, and I really need advice from anyone who has experienced something similar.
My 20-year-old son has ADHD. He was using drugs but stopped about a week ago.
Since then, things have become very concerning. He’s barely sleeping, hardly eating, and has started hearing people talking to him when nobody is there. He also imagines that people are physically present when they aren’t.
The most difficult part is that he completely refuses to see a doctor or accept any kind of help. He doesn’t want me to call anyone or get anyone involved.
I’m scared and honestly don’t know what to do anymore.
Has anyone been through something similar with their child or family member?
How did you handle the situation when they refused help?
Are there any addiction crisis services in Hamilton that can help in this situation?
Is there a way to get professional help when someone refuses treatment?
What would you do if you were in my position?
I’m not looking for judgment. I’m just a mother trying to protect her son and find the right help.
Any advice or personal experiences would mean so much to me.
Thank you

I've checked a few Instagrams and haven't found much yet. Does anyone know of any independent coffee shops within Hamilton proper (ideally lower city/central, not the Mountain or outer areas) that have started selling a holiday drink menu?

Thank you!

Some people last year suggested changing it up from Hamilton Food Share. We have chosen in the past not to do individual food banks as people may not donate for something on the other side of the city

So make your suggestions here. It must have

- charitable/non profit status in good standing

- be a city focused charity and not a provincial/country wide one

- have a high rating for impact, transparency and results reporting on https://www.charityintelligence.ca/ or similar

Hi all, I am looking for an employment lawyer in the Hamilton area who is affordable. I want to get an offer letter reviewed. It’s not an extensive document, about 1.5 pages. Most of it looks straightforward but I want to get the termination clauses and overtime/vacation pay clauses reviewed/revise mainly. Can you please mention the approximate fees if possible?

Thank you for the suggestions.

I'm looking for a place to buy plus sized swimsuits, both women's and men's. It's a bit of a cold time of year for it, but I'm wondering if anyone knows where I could find some!

I apologize in advanced if this is not allowed here.

My autistic child has asked for a Sonic Box for Christmas. The literal display box that the “blind ball” toys come in. He doesn’t want the toys, just the box. Are there any Hamilton Dollarama employees on here that might be able to help?? I’ve tried to search for the box, even if it came with the toys online but can’t find one. Asking here before I call around to different stores.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!!

UPDATE!!! guys!!!!!! I got one!!!!!! He’s going to be SO EXCITED!!!! Thank you so much for helping me feel less insane on this hunt!

Looking for recommendations. My baby is 9 days old and would love to find an office that blends both holistic remedies and western medicine but overall the priority is a doctor who cares and listens.

How busy does the Santa Clause parade get? How early should you arrive if you want to set up chairs?

The bathroom baseboards in our home are totally warped and need replacing. I’ve bought the new pieces but have no idea how to remove and install. Would like to get recommendations for anyone who can do this job Some photos attached for reference.