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Statement from Mayor on MECP cancelling appearance at City Council
Posted on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10:15 AM
With just more than 24 hours before the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks was set to present updated results of its monitoring of 282-285 Ontario Street in St. Catharines to City Council, MECP staff have notified the City they will not be attending the meeting.
“This is incredibly disappointing and frustrating,” said St. Catharines Mayor Walter Sendzik. “This meeting to update Council was set a month ago. To be cancelled at the last minute is unacceptable.”
Council requested back...
City announces 2022 Trillium Award Winners
Posted on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 03:00 PM
The City of St. Catharines has announced the winners of its annual Trillium Awards.
The Trillium Awards recognize property owners who create outstanding landscapes, using their front yards and gardens to beautify their community. A total of 15 awards were presented, including Civic Beautification Awards granted in each ward; a Community Choice Award selected through an online vote; and a Green Leader Award, recognizing environmentally friendly yards. In addition, the Mayor's Award was presented to...
Culture Days celebrates vibrant arts scene with free weekend activities
Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 03:00 PM
St. Catharines will once again celebrate its vibrant and growing arts scene with free activities for all ages during Culture Days.
From Sept. 23 to Oct.16, the City of St. Catharines will host Culture Days, a national event that invites hands-on public participation and contribution to cultural experiences in communities across Canada. Held annually, Culture Days aims to support engagement with, and appreciation for, arts and culture landscapes of Canadian communities.
“Culture Days...
Key to the City presented to trailblazing long-distance runner Mohammed Ahmed
Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 01:30 PM
Canada’s most successful long-distance runner, Mohammed Ahmed, has been presented the Key to the City by St. Catharines Mayor Walter Sendzik.
A highly accomplished track star, Ahmed has broke several Canadian records, and won countless medals while representing Canada on the world stage, including a gold medal at the Pan American Games in 2015. In 2021, after being named to the Canadian Olympic team for a third time, he made history for Canada when he won a silver medal after a dramatic surge in...
Juried art exhibit opens at City Hall this fall
Posted on Monday, September 12, 2022 11:00 AM
This year’s show, focused on the artists process of self-discovery, will be on display at City Hall from Sept. 16 to March 17, 2023.
The City presents – Who Are You? – it’s 2022 juried exhibit which can be found on display in the third-floor gallery space at City Hall featuring artworks by 10 local artists.
“This year’s theme provides a platform for regional creatives to consider how their art making practice assists in the process of self-discovery, connecting to oneself on a deeper...
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