Posted on Wednesday, October 02, 2024 01:45 PM
The City is accepting applications from local volunteer groups to assist in offering up outdoor skating in their neighbourhoods again this year.
Now entering its sixth season, the City’s Community Outdoor Ice Rink Program allows volunteer groups to build, operate and maintain outdoor ice rinks in City-owned parks. Past volunteer group-operated rinks were located at Bogart Street Park, St. Patrick’s Park, Partridge Park, Walker’s Creek Park, and the Port Dalhousie Lions Park.
“Outdoor community...
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 11:02 AM
September 18th, 2024 –
Mayor Siscoe is set to host a townhall meeting at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre on October 2nd, starting from 5:30pm and concluding at 7:30pm, at Partridge Hall. The goal of this event is to amplify the voices of marginalized communities and to create a platform for individuals to express their perspectives and concerns directly to the Mayor.
"In a time where inclusivity and diversity are increasingly recognized as essential components of a thriving community, I...
Posted on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 12:15 PM
The City of St. Catharines is proud to announce the winners of its 40th annual 2024 Trillium Awards.
The City’s annual Trillium Awards recognize property owners who create gorgeous front yard gardens and landscapes to help beautify our community. This year, a total of 15 awards were presented to St. Catharines’ residents and one organization, including Civic Beautification Awards, two per ward; a Community Choice Award selected through an online vote; and a Green Leader Award recognizing an...
Posted on Friday, September 20, 2024 04:15 PM
As we approach Orange Shirt Day, also known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30, we recognize one of the first steps toward reconciliation is truth.
Everyone is welcome to attend City Hall on Friday Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. as we raise and lower to half-mast the Every Child Matters flag in partnership with the Niagara Regional Native Centre (NRNC). Join us as we hear from Indigenous leaders in our community and connect through singing and drumming. Parking is free in Market...
Posted on Friday, September 20, 2024 01:57 PM
The City of St. Catharines is taking steps to support older adult homeowners with their property taxes through the launch of its new Older Homeowner Tax Increase Deferral Program.
Eligible homeowners, aged 65 and older, can now defer the increase in the City portion of their property taxes, providing financial relief by allowing them to delay payment on any year-over-year tax increases. The program is designed to assist older residents who may be on fixed incomes and facing challenges in keeping...