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Transforming Storefronts in Downtown St. Catharines with Public Art

The City of St. Catharines and the St. Catharines Downtown Association are inviting Niagara-based artists to submit existing works for an exciting public art initiative aimed at bringing creativity and vitality to the downtown core.

The Downtown Storefronts Public Art Project will transform temporarily vacant storefront windows into vibrant displays of art, fostering community engagement and celebrating local talent.

This pilot project is open to emerging, mid-career, and established artists or...

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Mayor Mat Siscoe ends veto period early; approves amended St. Catharines 2025-26 Budget

Mayor Mat Siscoe waived the mayoral veto period for the 2025-26 multi-year budget on Monday, finalizing the City of St. Catharines’ budget by accepting City Council amendments tabled Nov. 21. This marks the conclusion of the budget process under the Strong Mayor legislation introduced by the Province of Ontario in 2023.

“This year’s budget process was different, but it has led to more transparent and accountable decisions,” said Mayor Siscoe. “We’ve balanced maintaining services at their current...

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Safety First! Please do not touch the light displays

As we approach the opening of Let it Glow: A Celebration of Light, we want to thank the community for your excitement and support. This event has become a beloved holiday tradition, and we’re thrilled to share it with you starting this Saturday (Nov. 23).

To ensure the safety and longevity of the displays, we kindly ask that you:

• Do not touch or move the lights or displays.
• Do not plug in any electrical cords.

Our team has spent countless hours designing a safe and strategic setup, with electrical...

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St. Catharines Launches Core Services Review Survey to Shape Future of City Services

The City of St. Catharines is embarking on a comprehensive core services review to ensure service levels, infrastructure investments, and fiscal responsibility position the city as a desirable place to live for residents and businesses alike.

“This is an opportunity to take a closer look at how we serve our community today and to ensure our approach is sustainable and responsive to future needs,” said Mayor Mat Siscoe. “This is an initiative that Council supports and aligns with the priorities...

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