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City of St. Catharines to Conduct Downtown Snow Removal Tonight: Feb. 20

The City continues its snow removal efforts by targeting the downtown core tonight, Feb. 20, to ensure safe and accessible streets for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Crews will focus on the following areas: St. Paul Street, King Street, and Church Street from Ontario Street to Carlisle Street; and William Street, Queen Street, and James Street from St. Paul Street to King Street. Work may extend to additional streets as needed. Operations will begin overnight and continue as weather...

Nominations Open for 2025 Volunteer Recognition Awards

The City of St. Catharines is again calling on community members to nominate people in the city who selflessly volunteer their time and talents to the betterment of the community.

Nominations are now open for the City of St. Catharines 37th annual Volunteer Recognition Awards. Individuals and organizations are invited to nominate deserving volunteers who make a difference through their community contributions.

In keeping with the theme of 2025 National Volunteer Week, organized by Volunteer Canada...

Community Gardens Funding applications now open

The City of St. Catharines is providing funding to help community gardens take root.

The City is once again supporting community groups wanting to establish new community gardens or to improve existing gardens. Applications for the annual program are now open, providing the opportunity for incorporated charities, not-for-profit groups, and unincorporated associations and neighbourhood groups, to apply to receive matching funds from the City for as much as half of eligible start-up costs,...

City Launches New Plow Tracking Pilot Program: Where’s My Plow?

A new pilot program is making it easier for St. Catharines residents to stay informed about winter control operations. Where’s My Plow? is an online tracking tool that provides real-time (15-minute delayed) updates on City-operated snow plows, helping residents better plan travel and understand the City’s winter maintenance operations.

“This pilot program is part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and service improvements for residents,” said Acting Director of Municipal Works Chris...

City of St. Catharines Launches CIVIC Maps: A New Interactive Mapping Tool

The City of St. Catharines is making it easier than ever for residents, businesses, and developers to explore and understand their community with the launch of CIVIC Maps—the Community Interactive Visualization and Information Centre.

Powered by ArcGIS, CIVIC Maps is an innovative tool that provides real-time access to a wealth of geographic information, helping users navigate city limits, property lines, zoning details, building permits, conservation areas, and much more. Whether you’re a...