Posted on Friday, May 05, 2023 01:50 PM
Emergency managers from all 12 lower tier municipalities and the Niagara Region launched an emergency preparedness short film this year for Emergency Preparedness Week.
Throughout this week, May 7 to 13, as part of the national awareness campaign, municipalities across Niagara will share important information to educate the community about potential hazards and encourage individuals and families to take action to better prepare themselves for all emergencies.
“I want to take a moment this...
Posted on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 01:52 PM
The City of St. Catharines shone the spotlight on more than 50 volunteers who have helped donate their time and talents towards making a difference in the community.
During a celebration at Market Square on Tuesday night, the City celebrated its Volunteer Recognition Awards. Held during National Volunteer Week in Canada (April 17-23), the recipients were recognized as fulfilling this year’s theme of “Volunteering Weaves Us Together”, as their individual and collective actions help create a...
Posted on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 04:25 PM
City's Climate Adaptation plan also earns kudos in provincial research paper
The City of St. Catharines has been recognized for its ongoing efforts to adapt and prepare for climate change impacts.
On Monday the City received a Climate Action Award from the Water Environment Association of Ontario. Presented in partnership with the Ontario Water Works Association, the award recognizes and acknowledges innovations in infrastructure that adapt to climate change (resilient infrastructure) or reduce...
Posted on Thursday, April 06, 2023 01:25 PM
Community engagement kicks off with online survey
The City of St. Catharines is inviting the community to help shape the future of Fairview Park and neighbouring John Page Park.
The City is launching online engagement for the Fairview Park Community Vision, a project which will seek input on potential park improvements that will help inform a master plan for the area – a 6.7-acre property which not only encompasses both the former Fairview Golf and Mini-Putt lands (commonly referred to as...
Posted on Thursday, April 06, 2023 10:52 AM
Many City facilities may be closed for Good Friday on April 7 and Easter Sunday on April 9, but there is still lots to do in the City this weekend.
An Easter-themed Eggstravaganza is on at the St. Catharines Farmers Market discovery table on Saturday, April 8, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Hop on down and join in the free crafts and enter the raffle to win a basket of fun. Learn more at stcatharines.ca/Market.
St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre boasts a full slate of aquatic activities on Saturday...