Posted on Wednesday, September 06, 2023 11:08 AM
St. Catharines has launched phase one of a new building permit application portal, allowing those looking to build or renovate in the city to easily apply and pay for permits online.
This initial stage allows residents, contractors and developers to fill out and track permit applications to construct, renovate, add on to, or demolish structures like houses, semi-detached houses, townhouses, apartment buildings and hotels. Payments can be made for invoices within the portal using the invoice...
Posted on Tuesday, September 05, 2023 12:13 PM
Residents can use the City’s new online payment system to pay their final tax bills this year.
The City mailed out final residential and commercial property tax bills on June 9, 2023, and payments are due to the City by Sept. 29, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.
Property tax payments can also be made through banks, financial institutions and online banking as usual, though those types of payments are not immediately received by the City and can take a few extra days to be processed. Property owners making...
Posted on Thursday, August 31, 2023 02:14 PM
St. Catharines Fire Services has laid charges in the aftermath of the explosion and subsequent fires that occurred at 20 Keefer Road in Port Weller on Jan. 12, 2023.
A total of 84 charges have been laid against Ssonix Products 2010 Inc. and its three directors – 21 counts each – in the ongoing efforts to address the incident.
"The charges laid in connection with the Keefer Road incident underscore our commitment to keeping our community safe,” said Fire Chief Dave Upper. “We will continue to work...
Posted on Monday, August 28, 2023 03:09 PM
Bogart Street Park officially re-opened at a ceremony this morning celebrating the completion of extensive renovations to the park's tennis courts and playground, as well as the unveiling of a captivating new art installation.
“The upgrades to the park along with the addition of the stunning 'Ohné:ka' art installation, highlight our dedication to creating exceptional recreational spaces in St. Catharines,” says Phil Cristi, Director of Community, Recreation and Culture Services. “Through our...
Posted on Thursday, August 24, 2023 10:11 AM
Residents of St. Catharines and the surrounding area will soon be able to register for their favourite activities as the City opens registration for this year’s fall recreational programs.
Registration opens online on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at 6 p.m. on ActiveSTC for residents, or they can register in person at the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 30. Everyone can sign up for activities on ActiveSTC on Thursday, Aug. 31 at 6 p.m. and walk-in will be open to all...