The Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction was first convened by the City of Hamilton and the Hamilton Community Foundation in 2005 to focus community attention on growing problems with income distribution and economic opportunity in Hamilton. The growing level of individual poverty was a concern for how it was impacting on the entire community The Roundtable brought together business and government leaders, not for profit community groups, service providers and advocates.
A Tribute to Lance Dingman
Our friend, Lance passed away unexpectedly on July 7th, 2025. He was a passionate and courageous advocate and a much loved member of the Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction. Read more…
Attend a screening of the documentary he starred in. Tickets available online at Playhouse Cinema 
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