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Board of Directors – Nominations
The Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority is currently recruiting potential nominees for the Class-1 User Director position. https://www.hopaports.ca/about-hopa/board-of-directors/management-board/
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Boat launch at Fisherman’s Pier now open
Attention anglers! The Fisherman's Pier boat launch is now open, just in time for the long weekend. Freshly graded and...
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Port of Oshawa – Report to the Community
Tuesday, June 13th, 20234:30pm Learn about HOPA Ports recent results and initiatives on the horizon. Opportunity to meet some of...
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Attention Fisherman’s Pier Boat Launch Users
Spring is here, and we’re happy to advise that work will be starting soon on major improvements to the boat...
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Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority looks to Atura Power for Green Hydrogen
Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority enters Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Atura Power for use of green hydrogen Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority exploring...
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Junior System Administrator
HOPA Ports is seeking a Junior System Administrator to provide support and maintenance for our information technology systems. If you...
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HOPA Ports Welcomes New Board Member: Nancy DiGregorio
HAMILTON ON - HOPA Ports welcomes the announcement by Minister of Transport, Hon. Omar Alghabra, of an appointment to its...
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Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority welcomes the first vessel of the 2023 shipping season
McKeil Marine’s MV Florence Spirit is the first vessel of the 2023 shipping season in the Port of Hamilton Captain...
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HOPA Ports records strong season despite ongoing global supply-chain uncertainty
Agri-food is strongest growth sector, reaching 33 per cent of overall tonnage. HAMILTON, ON – At the conclusion of the...
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Lay-Up Season Begins
WINTER LAY-UP 2022/2023 HAMILTON, ON – During the winter months, shipping activity across the Great Lakes/St Lawrence Seaway takes a...
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The Thorold Multimodal Hub doubles in size with addition of new 170-acre property
The BMI Group, through its subsidiary Bioveld Canada has purchased a new industrial complex in Thorold, ON The new 170-acre...
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HOPA Ports signs head lease with Max Aicher North America for industrial lands on Hamilton’s working waterfront
Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority completes head lease with Max Aicher North AmericaAgreement permits extensive investment in supply chain capacity with the...
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HOPA Top Employer 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 28th, 2022 MEDIA RELEASE Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority ranked among Canada’s Top Employers for 2023 Hamilton-Oshawa Port...
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HOPA receives $4.9 million in Federal funding to relieve supply chain congestion in Hamilton
Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority receives $4.9 million under the National Trade Corridors FundFederal funding supports the Building Capacity in Canada’s Steel...
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HOPA WELCOMES FEDERAL SUPPORT FOR PORT OF OSHAWA EXPANSION PLAN
HAMILTON, ON – The Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) is welcoming funding from the Federal Government to support the Port...
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Sherman Clock Restoration
For many years, the Sherman Clock at the corner of Burlington St E and Sherman Ave. N has been looking...
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Burlington Canal Piers
Transport Canada recently announced the transfer of the Burlington Canal Piers to HOPA Ports. Read the news here: https://globalnews.ca/news/8953125/burlington-canal-piers-hopa-future-use/ Building...
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DO THE GREAT LAKES HOLD THE KEY TO RELIEVING SUPPLY CHAIN STRAIN?
Short-sea shipping offers a potential relief valve to congestion and greener option for many goods For Immediate Release June 29,...
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NEW AGREEMENT BRINGS
RAIL SERVICE BACK TO THOROLD MULTIMODAL HUB
NEW AGREEMENT BRINGS RAIL SERVICE BACK TO THOROLD MULTIMODAL HUB For Immediate ReleaseJune 10, 2022 THOROLD, ON – Bioveld Canada...
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Boat Launch at Fisherman’s Pier Now Open
Great news for local fishermen and boating enthusiasts! The parking lot and boat launch at Fisherman's Pier are now open...
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Prashaani David Harris receives inaugural HOPA Ports Sustainability Scholarship at Ontario Tech University
April 6, 2022 Hamilton, ON – Please join us in congratulating, Prashaani David Harris, the first ever recipient of the...
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BBC Alberta kicks off Shipping Season at the Port of Oshawa
April 4, 2022 Oshawa, ON – The BBC Alberta arrived in Oshawa this weekend, coming all the way from Charleston,...
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McKeil Marine’s Evans Spirit Kicks Off Shipping Season at the Port of Hamilton
For Release: March 25, 2022 HAMILTON, ON – McKeil Marine’s MV Evans Spirit arrived at the Port of Hamilton yesterday,...
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Notice: Maintenance Dredging of Hamilton Harbour, Pier 25
A cleaner Hamilton Harbour: all contaminated sediment removed or capped at Randle Reef
From: Environment and Climate Change Canada Randle Reef partners highlight the completion of stage 2 of the Contaminated Sediment Remediation...
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Hamilton Port Walk-In Vaccine Clinic
On Feb 10 HOPA Ports will be hosting another vaccine clinic at 210 Hillyard and accepting walk ins from 10...
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Another strong year at HOPA Ports
Recovery, Resilience and New Initiatives HAMILTON, ON – HOPA Ports saw a total of 11.2 million mt of cargo through...
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Agreement reached to transfer ownership of Historic Hamilton Lighthouse and Cottage
For Immediate Release January 28, 2022 Hamilton, Ontario - On behalf of the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries,...
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HOPA Ports recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers (2022)
HOPA Ports has been recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers for 2022! Check out the link below to learn...
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Ports of Hamilton and Oshawa Welcome Trio of Tunnel Borers for GTA Subway Projects
Heavy-duty loads bound for Scarborough and Eglinton projects arrive through Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority’s gateway ports December 16, 2021 OSHAWA, ON...
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HOPA Ports Holiday Food Drive
This Holiday Season, HOPA Ports is running a Holiday Food Drive in support of Feed the Need Durham and Hamilton...
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Industry & Environmental Partners Join Forces to Divert Plastic Pollution from Hamilton Harbour
Harbour West Marina concludes second season of trapping trash for the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup November 5, 2021 Hamilton, ON...
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HOPA’s Port Network Connecting Working Waterfronts in Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe
Check out the HOPA Ports feature in the latest issue of Perspective Ontario: https://issuu.com/perspective.ca/docs/2021_-_ontario_sector_report_-_final/10
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HOPA Ports 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises $21,000 for Brigs, Settlement House & MTSSO
Hamilton, ON On Friday, Sept. 17, the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA Ports) hosted its 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament with the...
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Oshawa Pier closed temporarily
October 4, 2021 - We’re working to repair the safety railing at the Oshawa Pier; the pier is expected to...
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STV Pathfinder Returns to Sail Training in Hamilton Harbour Thanks to Breakwater Investments
Hamilton now home to second tall ship Aug. 23, 2021 HAMILTON, ON - Brigs Youth Sail Training (Brigs) is pleased to...
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HOPA Ports supports Ontario Tech University students with a sustainability scholarship
August 19, 2021 – Good news for environmentally-minded Ontario Tech University students! Full time undergrads who are pursuing a Sustainability...
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THOROLD MULTIMODAL HUB WELCOMES CANADIAN MARITIME ENGINEERING
THOROLD, ON - HOPA Ports is pleased to welcome a new business to the Thorold Multimodal Hub, as Niagara’s maritime...
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Oshawa Harbour Dredging Notice
June 30, 2021 Dredging is starting in the Oshawa Harbour. While this is ongoing, some access restrictions to the pier...
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Congratulations to the Supply Chain Management 2020/21 HOPA Ports Scholarship Winners
June 28, 2021 It is our pleasure to introduce you to two recent graduates of the Mohawk College Supply Chain...
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Hamilton Port Partners Launch Container Ship Service
A new way to move goods in and out of Canada’s busiest market HAMILTON, ON – Today almost 300 containers...
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New container ship service sets sail between Hamilton and Montreal
HAMILTON, ON -- Hamilton Container Terminal (HCT), in partnership with the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA Ports) and Desgagnés, is taking the...
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Oshawa’s newest tenants happy to bee part of the Port
Oshawa, ON (May 18, 2021) – We recently met up with the newest business to set up shop at the...
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Port of Oshawa Land Use Plan Open House
Join the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority on April 29th at 5:00pm to hear an update on the Port of Oshawa Land...
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Strategic Locations: HOPA Ports adds third location to its growing transportation network
Ian Hamilton, President and CEO of HOPA Ports, discusses HOPA's success since amalgamation as well as the new Thorold Multimodal...
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First Vessel Arrives at the Port of Oshawa, Kicking Off the 2021 Shipping Season
March 24, 2021 Oshawa, ON – Domestic cement carrier, NACC Quebec, was the first ship to arrive at the Port...
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First Vessel Arrives at the Port of Hamilton, Kicking Off the 2021 Shipping Season
March 24, 2021 HAMILTON, ON – Canada Steamship Lines’ bulk carrier, Baie St. Paul, officially became the first vessel to...
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Lay Up Season Draws to a Close at Hamilton Port
Great Lakes Shipping to Resume Next Week March 19, 2021 HAMILTON, ON – During the winter months, shipping activity across...
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Noise Wall Being Installed Along Wentworth St N.
HOPA is adding a noise wall barrier on behalf of our stevedoring partner Federal Marine Terminals. This wall will be...
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Beach Canal Lighthouse Group Virtual Meeting
Join the Beach Canal Lighthouse Group (BCLG ) for their next General Meeting on Wednesday February 17 at 7:00 PM. Featuring Captain...
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THOROLD MULTIMODAL HUB WELCOMES TORA INC.
HOPA Ports is pleased to welcome a new tenant to the Thorold Multimodal Hub. Tora Inc. is a St. Catharines-based...
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Extended Great Lakes shipping season saves up to 6,700 long-distance truck trips in just one week
January 25, 2021 HAMILTON, ON - Shipping season on the Great Lakes closed on January 8, wrapping up its second...
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Brock, HOPA Ports aim to strengthen Niagara economy through partnership
January 21, 2021 St. Catharines, ON – Through a new collaboration, Brock University and HOPA Ports (Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority) want...
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HOPA Ports posts solid season after uncertain start
All-time high cargo tonnage at the Port of Oshawa; packed construction season in Hamilton January 19, 2021 HAMILTON, ON -...
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HOPA & REV LNG usher in LNG bunkering at Port of Hamilton, a first on the Great Lakes
December 10, 2020 Hamilton, ON - Yesterday, for the first time ever on the Great Lakes, a marine vessel refueled...
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New multimodal hub on the Welland Canal a major step forward for industry
Thorold, ON (December 4, 2020) - An innovative industrial site along the international Welland Canal invites companies to join a...
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Meet McMaster University’s 2020 HOPA Scholarship Recipient
November 17, 2020 Hamilton, ON – Please join us in congratulating the 2020 Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority scholarship recipient, Astara Truman....
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Hamilton Receives Foreign Trade Zone Designation from Minister of Economic Development, Mélanie Joly
Hamilton, ON (November 10, 2020) – Today Canada’s Minister of Economic Development, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, designated Hamilton a Foreign...
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Meet HOPA: Waterfronts at Work
We’re creating and leading an integrated port network on the Great Lakes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVFF6EbaeVI&t=58s
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CityKidz Drives Kindness Home to Hamilton’s Youth
[:en]Hamilton, ON (October 6, 2020) – In spite of the pandemic and all of its implications over the past six...
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HOPA Ports, Niagara Municipalities sign MOU to pursue surplus Canal lands
[:en]Photo: (from left) Mayor Bill Steele, City of Port Colborne; Mayor Frank Campion, City of Welland; Ian Hamilton, President &...
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HOPA, Niagara Mayors, and Niagara Centre MP Join Forces to Advance Long-Standing Goal of Local Trade Corridors
[:en]WELLAND, ON – Vance Badawey, Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre and Chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee...
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Tall Ship TS Playfair Coming to Hamilton Harbour
[:en] One of the Great Lakes oldest youth sailing training programs ties up in Hamilton Harbour HAMILTON - One of...
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Welcome Inn Ready to Roll Out Youth Resiliency Program in 2021
[:en]Hamilton, ON (August 28, 2020) – Nestled in Hamilton’s North End, the Welcome Inn Community Centre has been a long-time...
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New investment, new confidence at the small-but-growing Port of Oshawa
[:en]July 31, 2020 OSHAWA, ON – Just over a year after the ports of Hamilton and Oshawa amalgamated, the Port...
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Crime Stoppers of Hamilton is ‘On the Water’
[:en]July 15, 2020 HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton Harbour is home to a vibrant recreational boating scene, and an avid sailing...
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New Land Use Plan for the Port of Oshawa
[:en]June 18, 2020 Oshawa, ON - A new vision for the future of the Port of Oshawa is in the...
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Max Aicher North America and HOPA Ports join forces to bring new business activity to Hamilton’s working waterfront
[:en] Partnership enhances Canadian supply chain assets at a critical time for the Canadian economy June 16, 2020 Hamilton, Ontario,...
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COVID-19 Update
[:en]Marine sector partners keep supply chains moving with safety measures on ship and shore May 28, 2020 Hamilton & Oshawa,...
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Congratulations to the Supply Chain Management 2019/20 HOPA Ports Scholarship Recipient, Darien Head
[:en]May 20, 2020 Hamilton, ON – As a recent graduate of the Supply Chain Management Graduate Program at Mohawk College,...
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2019 Sustainability Report
[:en]HOPA Ports is proud to present its Summary Report of Sustainable Actions in 2019. The report outlines HOPA’s ongoing commitment...
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First Ship Contest Winners
[:en]Port of Hamilton The First vessel of the 2020 shipping season arrived at the Port of Hamilton on April 3....
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First Ship kicks off Marine Shipping Season at Port of Oshawa
April 12, 2020 Oshawa, ON – Domestic cement carrier, NACC Quebec, became the first ship to arrive at the Port...
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HOPA Gives Back to Hamilton Food Share & Feed the Need in Durham
[:en]Hamilton & Oshawa, ON – While communities across Canada self-isolate, families everywhere are feeling the crunch. Many businesses have been...
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First Vessel & Unique Start to 2020 Shipping Season at Port of Hamilton
[:en]April 3, 2020 HAMILTON, ON – International bulk carrier, Federal Nagara, became the first ship to arrive at the Port...
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HOPA Ports Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
[:en]Our commitment to public safety and economic sustainability during this unprecedented health crisis March 17, 2020 Hamilton & Oshawa, ON...
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Stoney Creek Students Prepare to Present Underwater Hamilton-Toronto Train Tunnel at Robotics Competition
January 29, 2020 Hamilton, ON– A team of six 7th and 8th graders at Stoney Creek’s St. Martin of Tours...
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HOPA Ports closes out the 2019 season surpassing 10 million tonnes
[:en]First year a wrap as amalgamated Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority January 28, 2020 HAMILTON AND OSHAWA, ON - Cargo volumes exceeded...
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Message on the passing of Bruce McArthur
[:en]The staff and board of the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority extend our condolences upon the passing of Mr. Bruce McArthur. Mr....
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Port Tariff Update
[:en]Pursuant to section(s) 49 through 53 of the Canada Marine Act, the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) hereby gives notice that...
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Meet McMaster University’s 2019 HOPA Scholarship Recipient
[:en]November 29, 2019 Hamilton, ON – Please join us in congratulating this year’s Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority scholarship recipient at...
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$18,000 Donation to Help Secure a Bright Future for Hamilton’s At-Risk Youth
November 6, 2019 Hamilton, ON – Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) CEO, Ian Hamilton and team presented a $18,000 donation...
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Introducing HOPA Ports
The New Face of a Familiar Maritime Industry Leader September 26, 2019 Hamilton & Oshawa, ON — Following its amalgamation...
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New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at 605 James St. N
September 25, 2019 Hamilton, ON – Aside from a few key locations, a recent report found Hamilton ranks last in...
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Help plan the future of Fisherman’s Pier!
The Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority wants your help to plan the future for Fisherman’s Pier! Fisherman’s Pier is located at the...
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HOPA Food Drive helps #FightHungerThisSummer in Hamilton and Oshawa
September 19, 2019 Hamilton & Oshawa, ON – Did you know that every summer, food banks across Canada experience a...
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New Seabin Removes Waste from the Water at Harbour West Marina
September 11, 2019 Hamilton, ON - If you’re walking the docks at Harbour West Marina (HWM) you may notice a...
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Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority to lead $16M Agri-Food Expansion at Pier 10
August 21, 2019 HAMILTON, ON – The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Seniors and Member of Parliament for Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas,...
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Honeybees flourish at Port of Hamilton
Thursday, July 25 Hamilton, ON – Just over one year after setting up 12 hive boxes near Sherman Inlet in...
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HOPA donation helps RBG welcome visitors to Cootes Paradise
Friday, July 19 Hamilton, ON – As a proud supporter of Royal Botanical Gardens’ Growing Up Green Fund, the Hamilton-Oshawa...
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Inaugural Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Board of Directors and Leadership Team Named
July 17, 2019 The Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) is pleased to announce its inaugural Board of Directors and Senior Executive...
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New, State-of-the-Art ECRC Spill Response Barge Stationed at the Port of Hamilton
June 28, 2019 Hamilton, ON – If you have been out on the water in Hamilton Harbour lately, you may...
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QSL Achieves Green Marine Certification
June 26, 2019 Hamilton & Oshawa, ON – The Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA) extends its congratulations to QSL for achieving...
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Hamilton Port Authority Supports CityKidz with $15,000 Donation
June 11, 2019 Hamilton, ON – The Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) is proud to affirm its continued support of community...
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Port People
Welcome Aboard! Welcome to the newest members of our HPA team: Jeremy Dunn, Commercial Vice President Jeremey comes to HPA...
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Sucro Sourcing Announces New Sugar Refinery in Hamilton
June 7, 2019 HAMILTON, Ontario Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sucro-sourcing-announces-new-sugar-refinery-in-hamilton-canada-300863828.html PRNewswire/ -- Sucro Sourcing announced today the completion of its new granular sugar refinery in...
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New Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority Creates a Bigger Role for Marine Transportation in Southern Ontario
June 5, 2019 HAMILTON, ON – The Board of Directors and Management of the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) welcome the...
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Fluke Transportation Group Growing at the Port of Hamilton
June 4, 2019 Hamilton, ON – Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) and Fluke Transportation Group of Hamilton are pleased to announce...
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Port Partner Profile: Macrae Marine
Harbour West Marina is pleased to partner with Macrae Marine. Located at the edge of Harbour West Marina’s state-of-the-art boat...
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Innovation at the Port of Hamilton
Collective Arts Brewing located at 207 Burlington St. East is a craft brewery that aims to fuse the creativity of...
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Waste Heat Recovery Project Open to Port Partners
The Hamilton Port Authority is supporting an exciting initiative helping companies that operate in Hamilton’s Bayfront Industrial Area to maximize...
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Building the Talent Pipeline through Innovative Partnerships
In December 2017, Mohawk College and the Hamilton Port Authority announced a partnership to help connect students with employment in...
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Doors Open Hamilton: Discover the Port of Hamilton
Discover the history of Hamilton’s harbour and learn about the exciting future developments at the Port of Hamilton! The main...
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CP to be Title Sponsor at 16th Annual HPA Fundraising Golf Tournament.
Hamilton Port Authority is pleased to announce Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) as Title Sponsor for the 16th Annual HPA Fundraising...
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First Ship Contest Winner!
The first vessel of the 2018 shipping season arrived at The Port of Hamilton on March 23rd. The Algoma Spirit...
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Annual General Meeting and Community Update
Please join us for: 2018 Business Review & What to Expect in 2019 Release of our 2018 Sustainability Report Update...
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First Vessel of 2019 Shipping Season Arrives in Hamilton
The Algoma Spirit was the first vessel to arrive in port this season with a load of iron ore from...
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Sharing Our Harbour Safety Tips
Hamilton Harbour is shared by many recreational vessels as well as over 600 commercial vessels each year. To help all...
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Hamilton Port welcomes TFI International
Hamilton, ON - Hamilton Port Authority is pleased to welcome TFI International as its newest port partner. A leader in...
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Congratulations to the Hamilton Tiger Cats and the City of Hamilton for bringing Grey Cup 2021 to Hamilton!
“Along with so many others in this city, we are excited that the Grey Cup is coming to Hamilton in...
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Niagara-Hamilton region poised for economic success, says new report
Recommendations include designating the Region as a National Trade Corridor February 22, 2019 The House of Commons Standing Committee on...
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BCLG Invites You to Attend ‘Joseph Brant: The Man and The Museum’
The Beach Canal Lighthouse Group invites you to join them for a special presentation. Joseph Brant: The Man and The...
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Boating Safety Info Session
Attention boaters! Join us Feb 27 for this informative session. REGISTER: www.hopaports.ca/sharingourharbour
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New Den for the Tiger Cats at the Port of Hamilton
The Hamilton Tiger Cats Football Club and Forge FC have relocated their administrative offices to a new home at the...
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Welcome to the Port of Hamilton
Video: The port's role in a prosperous Hamilton.
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Exports drive banner season at Port of Hamilton
MEDIA RELEASE January 14, 2019 Hamilton, ON - The Hamilton Port Authority’s 2018 cargo results are in, revealing the highest...
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Hamilton Container Terminal Grows with New Services
The Hamilton Container Terminal (HCT) opened for business in 2018, filling a critical need in the Greater Toronto-Hamilton Area transportation...
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Westport Modernization Project Gets Underway
The Port of Hamilton has received $17.7 million in federal government funding to modernize port infrastructure. Transport Minister Marc Garneau...
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Careers at the Port
HPA and City School by Mohawk have partnered to help connect students and local job seekers with employment opportunities at...
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The Heart of Turtle Island: The Niagara Escarpment
“She is not ours. This glorious treasure that is the Niagara Escarpment, is not the possession of any one person,...
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Community News Roundup
Here Comes the Big Red Bus This fall HPA supported the CityKidz transportation program with a $5,000 donation, providing one...
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Sharing Our Harbour
Save the date! Wednesday February 27, 2019 7:00PM Royal Hamilton Yacht Club, 555 Bay Street North, Hamilton More details to...
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2019 Port Tariff Increases
Pursuant to section(s) 49 through 53 of the Canada Marine Act, the Hamilton Port Authority hereby gives notice that effective...
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Ontario’s Opportunity: New Industry Done Right
More than 2,100 people go to work every day at Ontario’s largest marine port, which spans 630 acres along Hamilton’s...
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HPA Supports Liberty for Youth with 100 Book Donation for Giving Tuesday
Photo: Fredrick Dryden and Sharon Clark in Ottawa last week supporting and raising awareness for vulnerable youth. Some of the books...
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Sharing the Warmth
This season Hamilton Port Authority staff, along with Port Partners Bermingham Foundations and Heddle Marine Services, collected 80 coats for...
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Port of Hamilton receives $17.7 million federal government investment to modernize port infrastructure
November 13, 2018 HAMILTON, ON – Transport Minister Marc Garneau visited Hamilton to announce an investment of $17.7 million in...
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Beach Canal Lighthouse Group Annual General Meeting
Join the Beach Canal Lighthouse Group for their Annual General Meeting. The meeting will feature guest speaker Robert Mazza who...
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OpEd: Let’s start using our marine infrastructure to grow economic opportunity in Ontario
In Ontario, we generally don’t think of ourselves as a maritime province. And it’s true: we might not have lobsters...
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Hamilton Port Authority and Mission to Seafarers reach out to marine industry workers experiencing critical incident stress
Hamilton, ON -- The Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) and the Mission to Seafarers Southern Ontario (MTSSO) have partnered to launch...
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Burlington Canal Lighthouse 160th Birthday Celebration
The Beach Canal Lighthouse Group and the Hamilton Port Authority invite you to the 160th Anniversary Celebration of the Burlington...
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Pollinators Welcome! – HPA Plants Second Pollinator Garden on Port Lands
The Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) has planted a second pollinator garden, located on the northwest side of HPA headquarters at...
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Appointment Opportunity for the HPA Board of Directors
The Governor in Council has posted the appointment opportunity for the vacant director seat (Federal Representative) for the Hamilton Port...
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Have you seen the ‘Big Blue Chair’?
Down by the boat launch at Fisherman’s Pier you will find the ‘Big Blue Chair’ that has been installed by...
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Here Comes the Big Red Bus! HPA Supports CityKidz Transportation Program with $5000 Donation
HAMILTON, ON – Fall means back to school, and also a return to fall programming at CityKidz in Hamilton. Hamilton...
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Beach Canal Lighthouse Group presents: The Tragic Tale of the S.S. Noronic.
“FIRE”- The terrifying call rang out in the early morning hours of Sept 17th, 1949… Join the Beach Canal Lighthouse...
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Sherman Inlet Shoreline Restored
The restoration of the shoreline at Sherman Inlet is now complete! In 2017, HPA announced the start of a two-year...
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“Foundations”: A new book about the early years of Bermingham Construction
“Foundations” recounts the early years of port partner, Bermingham Construction, from its founding year in 1897 to the beginning of...
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HPA-Mohawk College Partnerships Bridge the Gap between workplace needs and learning opportunities
HPA has been working on a number of initiatives through its partnership with Mohawk College to help connect students with...
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Pier 12 Dock Reconstruction
HPA reinvests more than $10 million each year in building and maintaining infrastructure at the Port of Hamilton. These investments...
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Beauty on the Bayfront – vote for your favourite!
See Hamilton's industrial bayfront from a new perspective & enjoy the unique scenes from our city's working waterfront. The City...
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Air quality & dust mitigation initiatives
HPA continues to expand dust mitigation activities following air quality monitoring conducted last year to identify issues. These initiatives include:...
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Sustainability Fact: Supporting Local Business
HPA works to support local businesses in Hamilton, Halton, Brantford and Niagara. HPA’s purchasing policy reflects this effort where possible,...
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Annual Golf Tournament raises funds for Mission to Seafarers and Liberty for Youth
On June 8 HPA hosted its 15th Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament with the help of wonderful sponsors, staff and volunteers....
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2017 Green Marine Results
Hamilton Port Authority’s Green Marine results for 2017 have been released. Green Marine is a North American environmental certification program...
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HPA is a Proud ‘First Mate’ Sponsor at Port Colborne Canal Days
HPA is a Proud ‘First Mate’ Sponsor at Port Colborne Canal Days 2018 marks the 40th Annual Canal Days Marine...
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HMCS Moncton Visiting Hamilton Harbour
Two Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) ships will visit communities along the St. Lawrence Seaway and the Great Lakes this summer...
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Port Lands Home to New Honeybee ‘Queendoms’
HAMILTON - June 7, 2018 - Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) has partnered with urban beekeeping company Humble Bee, providing space...
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Partner Profile: SoBi Hamilton
SoBi Hamilton is the local non-profit that operates Hamilton’s extensive bike share system. The system of 825 bicycles and over...
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Doors Open – May 5 and 6
Explore the Hamilton Port Authority’s wonderful art moderne-style headquarters by the bay. Learn about the Port of Hamilton – the...
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HPA’s Sustainability Report
HPA is proud to present its first ever Sustainability Report The report outlines HPA's ongoing commitment to transparency, and explores...
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First ship contest winner!
The first vessel of the 2018 shipping season has arrived at the Port of Hamilton! The beautiful Algoma Equinox was...
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Supply Chain Job Fair – April 4
Did you know: the ‘supply chain’ sector is one of Hamilton’s biggest employers? The supply chain refers to all of...
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Statement regarding Toronto Tank Lines incident
We are deeply saddened by the loss of an employee of port tenant Toronto Tank Lines/Ontario Truck Wash, who passed away...
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Record year for agricultural shipments through the Port of Hamilton
Hamilton, ON - The Port of Hamilton continues to expand its role as a leading transportation hub for Ontario’s...
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2017 #PortCity Flagship Initiatives
In 2017, we took time to listen to our neighbours and other stakeholders about ways to improve port-community interactions, and...
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Mohawk-Port Authority partnership helps bridge transport sector skills gap
HAMILTON, ON - Mohawk College and the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) have partnered to help connect students with employment in...
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Port partners sharing the warmth
This season, along with our Port Partners: Heddle Marine, Vopak Terminals, Bermingham Foundations, Richardson International and the Canadian Motorcycle...
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Hamilton Port Authority supports Hamilton youth with $10,000 donation to Liberty For Youth
Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) is a longtime supporter of Liberty For Youth, a Hamilton-based charitable organization that helps at-risk youth...
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Lookout provides a new window on Hamilton’s working waterfront
A new viewing platform is now open to the public at Pier 15, at the Port of Hamilton. The idea...
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Take a first look from a new harbour lookout!
Please join us for the grand opening of a new window to the waterfront. The new lookout platform is located...
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HPA contribution to CBC-Hamilton series, “Hamilton’s Identity Crisis”
The ongoing CBC Hamilton series asks good questions: who are we, and what do we want to become? Hamilton is...
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Boating safety day
This boating season, the HPA Harbour Master's Office-Port Patrol teamed up with the HPS Marine Unit, Royal Hamilton Yacht Club,...
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New container terminal a welcome addition to regional transportation network
A new container terminal has opened its doors in Hamilton. Based at the Port of Hamilton's Pier 15, the Hamilton...
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Walking / Bike Tours
Would you be interested in joining a small-group walking or biking tour of Pier 15, one of the port’s busiest...
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Randle Reef Update
HPA was pleased to host the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, who announced a new step forward...
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Supporting the Cootes to Escarpment Eco-Park
HPA has made a $5,000 contribution to the Cootes to Escarpment Eco-Park System. This connected natural corridor is one of...
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A New Landmark in the North End
A colourful new addition has emerged along Burlington Street. Commissioned by Collective Arts Brewery, with support from HPA, artists Bruno...
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Harbour Queen Tour: Getting to Know Hamilton’s Working Waterfront
This July, HPA hosted a free public tour aboard the Hamilton Harbour Queen. Approximately 85 community members came along for...
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Mid-Season Tonnage Trends
Cargo tonnage as of the end of August shows the Port on-par with the same period in 2016. Commodities like...
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New G3 Canada Ltd. Terminal Opens its Doors
The new G3 Canada terminal, located on Eastport Drive at the Port of Hamilton is open for business. This $50...
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Greening the Edges of the Port Lands
We’re taking steps to improve and beautify the interface between the port lands and the surrounding community. Here are a...
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Port City Summer
It was a fun summer in our Port City - check out some of the highlights and what's coming up...
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We’re ready for our close-up!
Hamilton’s Port lands continue to be popular locations for film shoots, with several productions at work this summer. See if...
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Mid-season tonnage trends
Cargo tonnage as of the end of August shows the Port on-par with the same period in 2016. Commodities like...
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Richardson International (Hamilton) celebrated for environmental leadership
Richardson directs $5,000 donation from annual Port of Hamilton environment award to Hamilton Naturalists’ Club September 8, 2017 Hamilton, ON...
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Randle Reef partners welcome contract award for stage two of the project as the next major milestone in remediation of Hamilton Harbour
News Release From Environment and Climate Change Canada Randle Reef partners welcome contract award for stage two of the project as...
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New mural to become vibrant landmark in Hamilton’s North End
July 13, 2017 - Hamilton, ONT - Collective Arts Brewing, along with the Hamilton Port Authority, has commissioned five artists...
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Old boat flares? Safely dispose of them on boating safety day – July 26
Boating safety and flare disposal day Presented by the Hamilton Police Service Marine Unit and HPA Harbour Masters Office-Port Patrol...
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Community Port Tour aboard the Harbour Queen — SOLD OUT
All of the tickets for the July Community Port Tour tour aboard the Harbour Queen are now sold out. Please...
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Tall Ships!
Celebrate Canada 150 and our beautiful Port City this weekend with the visit of the majestic Tall Ships! June 30...
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HPA marks International Day of the Seafarer with $10,000 donation
June 25 is International Day of the Seafarer. Each year, we recognize the hard work and sacrifice of those who...
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Statement regarding the Port Fuels plasma gasification facility
Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) and Port Fuels have mutually agreed to allow the due diligence lease at the Pier 15...
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Operation Safe & Sober returns to Hamilton Harbour
Hamilton Police Service Marine Unit and Hamilton Port Authority Harbour Master’s Office/Port Patrol renew campaign to keep recreational boaters safe....
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New links in Ontario’s agri-food supply chain
This spring, a brand new grain export terminal at the Port of Hamilton opens its doors to begin accepting product...
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Sustainability in the Spotlight
Stewardship of the land and water around Hamilton’s port lands is fundamental to the Port of Hamilton’s strategy and operations....
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Optimizing the Great Lakes Trade Corridor
Almost 60 years after the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway opened, how can we optimize the Great Lakes region’s role as...
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Sharing Our Harbour – Safety Sessions
Hamilton Harbour is shared by many recreational boaters, as well as more than 600 commercial vessels each year. Our goal...
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Event Calendar
Walking / Bike Tours Would you be interested in joining a small-group walking or biking tour of Pier 15, one...
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Doors Open May 6-7
Visit us during Doors Open Hamilton, for an inside look at Port operations and a view of the working waterfront....
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Annual General Meeting
HPA will present its financial statements, a review of 2016 results, and a roadmap for the years ahead. Please Join...
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A tip of the Top Hat welcomes first vessel of 2017
March 21, 2017 Hamilton, ON - The first vessel of the 2017 shipping season has arrived at the Port of...
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Randle Reef – March 2017 Update
Randle Reef March 2017 Update Randle Reef is an area of highly contaminated sediment located on the south shore near...
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Sharing Our Harbour Info Session #2 – March 22
Hamilton’s Harbour is shared by recreational boaters and commercial vessels. The Royal Hamilton Yacht Club and the Hamilton Port...
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Environmental Programs & Initiatives
Initiatives that contribute to a cleaner, greener Port of Hamilton, Hamilton Harbour and surrounding community: Randle Reef Construction work on...
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Info Session: Sharing Our Harbour
Hamilton’s Harbour is shared by recreational boaters and commercial vessels. The Royal Hamilton Yacht Club and the Hamilton Port Authority...
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Port of Hamilton releases results of 2016 shipping season
Hamilton, ON - The Hamilton Port Authority has released its cargo results for the 2016 shipping season. In 2016, 562...
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Economic Advantage: Hamilton as a Port City
The Port of Hamilton is an important economic engine in its local community, and throughout the surrounding region. Let’s take...
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Hamilton’s Mission to Seafarers a sailor’s haven for the holidays, Globe & Mail, Dec. 23
ERIC ANDREW-GEE HAMILTON — The Globe and Mail Thousands of homesick and seasick sailors call at Hamilton every year aboard some 700...
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2017 Port Tariff Increases
Pursuant to section(s) 49 through 53 of the Canada Marine Act, the Hamilton Port Authority hereby gives notice that effective...
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Green Power Coming to Port’s Pier 10
District Energy System is a Model for a Smart, Sustainable Port December 13, 2016 Hamilton, ON - Hamilton Port Authority...
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Space Available for Lease
Office Space: 17,000 sq.ft open-concept with lots of natural light, ample parking, convenient to highway Manufacturing Space: 66,000 sq.ft with...
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Under Construction
Have you noticed some new structures going up around the port? They are part of the busy construction program underway...
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Responsible Grain Handling
Grain terminals at the Port of Hamilton are a critical gateway for Ontario farmers to get their grain to global...
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Welcome New Port Partners
Wild Thyme Catering – Delicious creations for all kinds of events. www.wildthymecatering.ca WalterFedy – Architecture, Engineering and Construction. Celebrating one...
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New Boat Storage Facility for Harbour West Marina
December 8, 2016 HAMILTON, ON – Harbour West Marina (HWM), operated by Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) is celebrating the opening...
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Thanks to our Port Partners for Sharing the Warmth this Winter
Our 2016 coat drive for Good Shepherd Hamilton netted 115 warm coats, 20 pairs of boots, plus hats, mitts and...
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Ian Hamilton named new President & CEO, Hamilton Port Authority
December 1, 2016 HAMILTON, ON - The Board of Directors of the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) is pleased to...
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Donation to Alzheimer Society of Ontario
Dear Port Partner, We’d like to share with you that the Hamilton Port Authority has made a donation of $5,000...
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HPA Land Use Plan Open Houses
Learn More About the Future of Hamilton’s Working Waterfront & HPA's Land Use Plan Update HPA is currently updating its...
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HPA proud to help make a new home for CityKidz’ amazing programs
https://citykidz.ca/hamilton/citykidz-sells-playhouse-theatre-moving-towards-bigger-dreams/
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Media Release: City and Port partner to study food-sector warehouse facility in Hamilton
Hamilton, ON - The City of Hamilton and the Hamilton Port Authority (HPA) are jointly initiating a study to determine...
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First year of ‘Operation Safe & Sober’ a success!
Hamilton Police Service Marine Unit and Hamilton Port Authority Harbour Masters Office/ Port Patrol pleased with the results of joint...
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Grand Opening of North Hamilton Community Health Centre Greenhouse
HAMILTON – September 29, 2016 – As part of the celebration of Community Health and Wellbeing Week, North Hamilton Community...
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World Maritime Day 2016
According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), around 80 per cent of global trade by volume...
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Statement from Edward Minich, Chairman of the Board of Directors, HPA regarding Bruce Wood, President & CEO
September 22, 2016 On September 21, MP Lisa Raitt rose to speak in recognition of World Alzheimers Day, and...
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Statement by HPA on US Steel restructuring
We are pleased to hear that the September 21 announcement of an MOU between the Province of Ontario and Bedrock...
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Last boat launched at Pier 7/8
This week, the last boat was launched from the Harbour West Marina dock yard, ending a 104-year history at the...
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Mission to Seafarers Fall Fundraiser
See you on November 24!
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Business after Business with Nickel Brook Brewing Co.
Presented by the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce: Business after Business with Nickel Brook | Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Join the...
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Maximizing ports for the good of Ontario’s economy
"We want to see Ontario be the trade gateway it can be, using marine and rail transportation to their full...
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The Future of Hamilton’s Working Waterfront
In 2016, the Hamilton Port Authority will undertake a review and update of its Land Use Plan. Input from port...
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Golf Tournament Raises $23,000
HPA held its 13th annual golf tournament in June, breaking previous fundraising records to raise $23,000 for charity. Funds will...
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Randle Reef Update
Construction of the Randle Reef Engineered Containment facility continues, with major progress being made on the perimeter walls. Please see...
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Conference of Great Lakes Governors and Premiers Release First Ever Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Maritime Strategy
June 15, 2016--Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne met today to discuss their ongoing partnership to grow...
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Please visit us on *100 in 1 Day*
The Hamilton Port Authority is celebrating Hamilton's -100 in 1 Day-. For our intervention, we are welcoming the community to...
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Media Release: Get Ready for a Safe & Sober Summer Boating Season
Hamilton Police Service Marine Unit and Hamilton Port Authority Harbour Masters Office/ Port Patrol launch a new campaign to keep...
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Rail Growth on Track
"The right mode at the right time," has been a mantra of the Hamilton Port Authority throughout its recent, investment-intensive...
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Port Partners raise $51,500 for Liberty for Youth
We're celebrating the results of HPA's fundraising initiative that included a pledge to match up to $25,000 of our Port...
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Energy Saving Innovations
At an operational level, HPA strives to continuously improve, bringing new ideas, technologies and partnerships to the task of improving...
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Environmental Award Winner: Yellowline Asphalt Products Ltd.
HPA recently announced Yellowline Asphalt Products as the winner of its annual Environmental Excellence Award. The annual award recognizes a...
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Randle Reef Update
Work has started on the reconstruction of the dockwall at Pier 15. HPA is taking the lead on this job,...
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Port Investment in City Kidz Surpasses $500,000
This year, HPA celebrates an important milestone in its partnership with City Kidz, explains HPA President & CEO Bruce Wood:...
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Growing Roots in the Community
HPA was pleased to receive the 2015 Innovation Award from the North Hamilton Community Health Centre, in recognition of the...
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Welcome new Port Partners
Stanpac: If you are stocking up on ice cream this summer, your frozen favourite may well be packed in a...
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Media Release – January 26, 2015
MEDIA RELEASE For immediate release January 26, 2015 More international shippers using Hamilton as a North American gateway 2014 cargo...
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Brewing returns to Hamilton
The rumours are true: a new brewery is calling the Port of Hamilton home. Arts & Science Brewing Ltd. is...
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HPA recognized as a bicycle friendly business
Hamilton Port Authority was recently recognized by the Share the Road Coalition as a Bicycle Friendly Business. The Port received...
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Being Green
Team Up to Clean Up: Hamilton Port Partners showed their community pride during the Port’s annual Team Up to Clean...
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