As part of our ongoing efforts to revise and enhance the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan (CSWB), we would like to gather insights from various populations, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are accurately reflected in the updated CSWB Plan.

We are seeking your expertise in reaching and engaging with the Indigenous community in Hamilton.

Your feedback is essential in helping the CSWB Plan address the root causes of social challenges and promote a sense of belonging for everyone.

Our Engagement Goals

  • Educate community participants and raise awareness about the CSWB Plan’s current priorities and initiatives, enabling them to provide informed feedback for the revision process.
  • Confirm whether the priorities currently identified in the CSWB Plan resonate with the community.
  • Identify any new challenges or emerging issues that should be included in the CSWB Plan.

Miigwech, Nya:weh and Thank you for filling out the survey. At the end of the CWSB survey, if you provide your name, you will be entered into a draw for a $50.00 Tim Hortons Gift Certificate.

Link To Full Screen Survey

Priority Areas For This Survey:

Addressing Hate Incidents and Promoting Awareness

This priority focuses on preventing and responding to incidents of hate in our community. By promoting awareness and implementing strategies to reduce hate-based actions, we aim to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.

Reducing Violent Crimes

This area seeks to lower occurrences of violent crimes, with a particular focus on youth violence and gender-based violence. The goal is to build safer neighborhoods and protect individuals from harm by working with community organizations and law enforcement.

Improving Mental Health Support and Reducing Stigma

This priority addresses the need for accessible mental health services and works to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. By improving support and raising awareness, we aim to ensure that community members can receive the help they need without facing discrimination.

Reducing Substance Use Harms and Increasing Access to Support

Focused on reducing the negative impacts of substance use, this priority seeks to improve access to treatment, recovery resources, and harm reduction services for those in need.

Increasing Access to Safe and Affordable Housing

This section prioritizes reducing homelessness and improving access to affordable housing options, ensuring that all residents have a safe place to call home and that the community can support individuals facing housing challenges.

Enhancing Financial Stability and Income Support

This priority works to improve financial stability by increasing access to income supports and resources for vulnerable populations. By addressing financial insecurity, we aim to reduce poverty and improve overall quality of life for residents in need.