In a city like Burlington, where people tend to stay rooted and community runs deep, real estate isn’t just transactional; it’s personal. For Sarah Donnelly, that distinction is everything. Sarah is an award-winning real estate agent with RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc., and founder of BLVD. Realty Group, which she launched in 2021. Her work is defined by a relationship-first approach and a business rooted in trust, where consistency and a high standard of execution shape every

If you’ve ever found yourself wandering along the waterfront in Burlington, coffee in hand, watching the light hit Lake Ontario just right, you already know there’s something a little special about Spencer Smith Park. Born out of the need for something to look forward to during the Great Depression of the 1930s, Spencer Smith Park is deeply rooted in the city’s identity. And once you start looking into it, there’s actually a story behind how it became the heart of Burlington.

Coffee shops in Burlington have a little bit of everything. I love the variety; whether it’s the vibe or the location, the one thing that connects my favourite spots is a good cup of coffee. If you’ve ever seen Gilmore Girls, you know, “I need coffee in an IV.” So your girl here needs her fix. There are so many great spots, but these are my top five coffee shops in Burlington.