The Spec

The Spectator’s news app is free to download and read.

From community and local coverage to global issues and breaking news, the Hamilton Spectator reports on topics that matter and affect the day-to-day lives of our readers. Download the Hamilton Spectator app now to receive the best features of the Spectator’s website, all within the palm of your hand.

What you’ll experience:
- Complete breaking and up-to-the-minute news and story coverage
- New MyLocal tab – select up to seven communities to receive coverage on local news, issues, and events specific to your chosen communities*
- Personalized “For You” section – recommended stories based on other articles you have read
- In-depth reporting from our investigations team
- Provincial, national and international stories and feature articles
- The latest in sports, business and entertainment news
- Opinions and commentary from our columnists
- Push notifications

*Available to all users for a limited time only – unlimited access available through All Access Subscription

Questions or feedback? Contact us at specmobilefeedback@torstar.ca

SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES

By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at http://notices.torstar.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.

This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.

The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., One Yonge St., 4th Floor, Toronto, ON M5E 1E6
For assistance, please contact us at circ@thespec.com.

Recent changes:
Bug fixes and enhancements