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Mayor’s Statement on OBCM Motion for Chronic Homelessness and Mental Health Crisis

October 21, 2024  

I fully support the Motion on Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety, and Addictions Crisis approved by the Ontario Big City Mayors Caucus (OBCM). The motion highlights two clear realities: the growing humanitarian crisis affecting our communities, and the immediate action needed from both the provincial and federal governments.

This crisis is being exacerbated by the lack of proper support for people facing homelessness, mental health issue and addictions.  Ontario’s cities...

Speak Up! Mayor's townhallSTC Initiative Bringing Government to Your Ward’s Doorstep

October 15th, 2024 –

The Mayor's Office is pleased to announce the launch of a new initiative, townhallSTC, aimed at providing residents with a dedicated platform to voice their concerns, interact with the Mayor, and connect with their Ward Councillors.

The inaugural townhallSTC meeting is scheduled for November 13th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Grantham Lion's Club. This event will allow residents to discuss specific issues affecting their community and collaborate with their local leaders.

Joint statement from Atria Development and City of St. Catharines on 25 YMCA Dr. property

Following discussions and negotiations in good faith related to the former recreation facility at 25 YMCA Dr., Atria Development and the City of St. Catharines announce that the future of the site will not include the existing facility. Instead, the site will be redeveloped to contribute to much-needed housing in St. Catharines.

Earlier in 2024, City Council initiated an investigation into the potential acquisition of the recreation facility at 25 YMCA Dr., formerly home to the Walker Family...

Mayor Siscoe Accepting Submissions for the 2024 Mayor’s Holiday Card Contest

October 4th, 2024 –

Mayor Mat Siscoe is now accepting submissions for the Mayor’s Holiday Card Contest. Mayor Siscoe is inviting elementary school aged children (ages 3-13) to take part in a competition to design his annual holiday card by submitting a holiday drawing that follows the theme “Holiday Magic in St. Catharines.”

“With the holidays coming up, I would love to feature designs from local students here in St. Catharines and share them with leaders across our community and beyond, and I...