We want to hear yours: What are your three wishes for 2015?
By Kelly Bennett, CBC News Posted: Dec 25, 2014 6:30 AM ET Last Updated: Dec 25, 2014 6:30 AM ET
It's nearly a new year — a chance to look back on some big changes Hamilton made in the past 12 months, and a chance to look optimistically toward the next one.
We asked some engaged and passionate Hamiltonians from different spheres to share three wishes for the city in 2015. We'll share more in the coming days, and we hope you'll join in. Email your three wishes to hamilton@cbc.ca or find more ways to participate below.
Abigail Richardson-Schulte, composer in residence at Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra (Courtesy photo)
Composer in residence, Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra
1. I hope the city will provide more substantial off leash dog parks in the coming year.
2. I hope more people will get to experience the live professional classical music scene in the city.
3. I hope the city's exciting events of 2015 will allow outsiders a glimpse of the new Hamilton.
Huzaifa Saeed, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce (James Clark/McMaster University)
Policy and research analyst, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce
1. Next year is a pivotal year for the revitalization saga of Hamilton. The City currently has tremendous economic and social momentum, however the City of Hamilton has several key policy matters on their table which might make or break our future. My wish is that these decisions strongly weight academic research and data in addition to community sentiment.
2 . Despite its burgeoning community pride, Hamilton remains a city of many geographic and historical boundaries. My wish is for Hamilton to come together as a community across all corners of it's geographic boundaries.
3. That we become the "ambitious city" and "best place to raise a child" for all newcomers into our community.
Dr. Carys Massarella (St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton)
Physician at St. Joseph's Hospital, transgender advocate
1. Ensure that as downtown gentrifies we ensure there is a place for people of all socioeconomic backgrounds to enjoy and live in the downtown.
2. That the Senate pass Bill C-279 protecting gender identity and expression as a protected human right as passed by the Parliament of Canada.
3. That we recognize and reduce stigma for people with mental health concerns and in particular for LGBTQ youth.
Peter Dyakowski (John E. Sokolowski/Hamilton Tiger-Cats)
Offensive lineman for Hamilton Tiger-Cats,
CBC Canada's Smartest Person 2013
1. Hamilton's own Monster Truck headlining a concert at Tim Horton's Field.
2. Gorilla Cheese inventing a new grilled cheese sandwich with not just two or three types of cheese, but all of the types of cheese on it.
3. #HamOnt football domination: The Hamilton Hurricanes win the Canadian Bowl CJFL Championship, the McMaster Marauders win the Vanier Cup, and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats win the Grey Cup! (Let's not call that last one a "wish"! More of a prediction!)
Raza Khan, physician, spokesman for Hamilton Mosque (Courtesy photo)
Physician, spokesman for the Hamilton Mosque
1. For families: violence, child abuse and hunger across Hamilton are eliminated.
2. For communities: an effective strategy is developed in collaboration with council and local community groups on dealing with homelessness, poverty and mental health.
3. For all faiths: to be able to continue praying and practicing their faith in peace, safety and security throughout the year without fear.
Next: Check back for more wishes we'll be sharing in the coming days.
We want to hear from you. Here's how to participate:
Send your story to hamilton@cbc.ca with "Three Wishes" as the subject line.
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