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Remembering Crossing Guard Jerry Jadwiszczak

Flags at City facilities are at half-mast in memory of City of St. Catharines Crossing Guard Jerry Jadwiszczak.

Park at City beaches this season for just $15 with a residential beach parking permit

Enjoy stress-free beach days all season long! St. Catharines residents can park at Lakeside Park Beach and Sunset Beach for just $15 with a 2025 Residential Beach Parking Permit.

For $15 per vehicle, permit holders can park without paying hourly or daily parking rates. Each household can purchase up to two permits (one per vehicle) but only one permit can be used at a beach lot at a time. Residents are encouraged to apply early.

Parking rates are in effect May 1 to Sept. 30, daily from 9 a.m. to...

City Takes Action to Protect Local Economy Amid U.S. Tariffs

In response to the imposed U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, the City of St. Catharines is taking decisive action to protect local businesses and ensure economic resilience.

At its meeting on March 17, City Council approved a temporary “Canada-First” procurement policy, prioritizing Canadian-made goods and services in municipal purchasing. The policy is part of a broader strategy to mitigate the economic impact of tariffs on local businesses and infrastructure projects.

Since the announcement of...

Registration for spring recreation programs opens March 18

Ready to spring into action in St. Catharines? Registration for the spring session of City of St. Catharines aquatics, recreation and culture programs is set to open on the following schedule:

• Online registration for residents opens Tuesday, March 18 at 6 p.m.
• Walk-in registration for residents opens Wednesday, March 19 at 8:30 a.m.
• Online registration for everyone opens Thursday, March 20 at 6 p.m.
• Walk-in registration for everyone opens Friday, March 21 at 8:30 a.m.

Program registration can at...

Summer Company Program Offers Mentorship and Funding for Young Entrepreneurs

Young entrepreneurs in St. Catharines have an exciting opportunity to turn their business ideas into reality this summer through the Summer Company program.

The program, delivered by St. Catharines Enterprise Centre, provides students aged 15 to 29 with mentorship, training, and financial support to launch and run their own businesses.

Applications are open and must be submitted by April 10, 2025.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in running a business while...