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Together we can achieve a strong bylaw that protects public and environmental health!

A Pesticide Bylaw in Hamilton

Congratulations on helping to add Hamilton to the list! A Pesticide Bylaw to limit the cosmetic use of pesticides in Hamilton was passed by council on September 26, 2007. The vote was 12 For and 2 Against.

Is the Bylaw Strong Enough?

Cancer Society
The Hamilton Chapter of the Canadian Cancer Society has some recommendations to strengthen the bylaw. Use this link to read their statement.

Read the Bylaw for Yourself
Use this link to see the Bylaw. Download it below. Copies are also available at City Municipal Offices.

Contact Your Councillor

Voice your support and/or comments on the Bylaw to your Councillor (use this link for councillor contact information).

Letters to the Editor

Let Hamilton know how you feel and write a letter to a magazine or newspaper.

Practice Natural Lawn and Garden Care

Visit Naturally Hamilton to learn about natural lawn and garden techniques.

Volunteer

To help the Hamilton Coalition on Pesticide Issues work on phasing-out pesticide use in the City of Hamitlon contact Christine Brown or call 905-648-3391.

Case Studies

Look at what others have done in our community!

• Glen Marshall

How to Talk with Others

Attachment
City of Hamilton Pesticide Bylaw pdf of the City of Hamilton's Pesticide Bylaw
BOARD OF HEALTH MINUTES 07-008 September 24, 2007 Read which councillors voted for and against a Hamilton Pesticide Bylaw