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New publication launched “Triumph & Tragedy: The Welland Ship Canal”
Posted on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 04:00 PM
After eight years of detailed research and dedicated writing, the latest publication about the Welland Canal is now available for addition to bookshelves everywhere.
“Triumph & Tragedy: The Welland Ship Canal” chronicles the forgotten story of the canal’s fallen workers, as well as documenting the achievement of the canal’s construction.
“Over three dozen authors with specialized backgrounds and expertise contributed to this sizeable writing effort,” said Supervisor Historical Services Kathleen...
New exhibits abound at St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre
Posted on Monday, March 29, 2021 12:45 PM
There’s loads of new ways to explore local history at the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre.
Come April 1, the museum’s latest exhibit — Just a Line to Say — opens, alongside several other exhibits that opened during the latest lockdown and until now have largely remained unseen by the public. With travel on hold due to the pandemic, Just a Line to Say, invites residents to take a trip and connect with the world around them via postcards from the museum’s archives and resident submissions....
Applicants sought for St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program
Posted on Monday, March 22, 2021 02:45 PM
Several deadlines are approaching for applications to various funding streams of the St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP).
The program — with a goal of strengthening the city’s cultural landscape — offers annual funding through several program streams, serving diverse segments of the creative community.
“Artists and non-profits make up the very heart of our creative and cultural community,” said Acting Supervisor of Cultural Services Kathleen Powell, adding, “their contributions to culture...
Construction set to begin on Happy Rolph’s playground and pavilion upgrades
Posted on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 01:30 PM
The Happy Rolph’s Animal Farm playground and pavilion will be closed starting on March 22 as the City begins work on upgrades to the two amenities.
As part of the 2020 budget City Council approved $330,000 for upgrades to the attraction. This investment comes alongside an additional $95,000 from the City to match a $95,000 donation from the Rotary Club of St. Catharines for the playground.
The project will see the current playground elements removed as the space is transformed into the farm-themed...
City program brightens up businesses
Posted on Monday, March 15, 2021 11:15 AM
Want to add a splash of colour to your storefront? The City of St. Catharines and the City’s Green Advisory Committee can help.
Businesses can sponsor professionally designed and planted 24-inch pots filled with colourful flowers and plants for out front of their stores, offices and other businesses.
“The flower pots are always very popular and the program is a great way to grow community pride, liven up our streets and make them more beautiful and friendly,” said Development Horticultural Technician...
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