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Fundraising underway, artists shortlisted for Neil Peart Memorial at Lakeside Park
Posted on Thursday, September 09, 2021 10:15 AM
St. Catharines’ Neil Peart Commemorative Task Force has launched a fundraising campaign to erect a public work of art in Peart’s honour in Lakeside Park, alongside the recently named Neil Peart Pavilion, a place that inspired the lyrics to a famous Rush single of the same name.
“We have seen an incredible outpouring of support since the passing of Neil Peart, including interest from across the globe inquiring as to how people could support the creation of a memorial,” said Mayor Walter Sendzik. “The...
City to preserve Rodman Hall outdoor sculpture collection
Posted on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 02:30 PM
As Brock University moves to divest itself of Rodman Hall, the City of St. Catharines will ensure six outdoor sculptures that form part of the art gallery’s collection continue to remain on public display.
Council approved a $133,905 expenditure from the Civic Project Fund this week to remove, store and eventually relocate six sculptures from the grounds of Rodman Hall. Brock University is currently finalizing sale of the property, while working with Rodman Hall Arts Centre Inc. (RHAC) for that organization...
City of St. Catharines partnering with Cyber-Seniors to help connect generations through use of technology
Posted on Tuesday, August 03, 2021 11:30 AM
The City of St. Catharines is partnering with a non-profit organization to help eliminate the digital divide by providing older adults technology training, using an intergenerational volunteer model.
In cooperation with Cyber-Seniors, the City will connect seniors with digital mentors for technology training, with the aim of heightening their cyber skills – allowing them to keep socially connected and engaged, while also forging a unique connection with youth volunteers. The City’s program is set...
St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre celebrating black voices through new exhibit
Posted on Monday, July 26, 2021 01:15 PM
The St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre is set to welcome guests to a new photographic journey that will highlight the families of Freedom Seekers who fled to the northern end of the Underground Railroad.
North is Freedom: The Legacy of the Underground Railroad will open on Sunday, Aug. 1, helping mark Emancipation Day in Canada. The exhibit, a photographic essay by Canadian photographer Yuri Dojc, celebrates the descendants of freedom seekers who escaped slavery in the United States...
Funding allows for expanded investments into active transportation
Posted on Thursday, July 22, 2021 04:30 PM
With the announcement of Provincial and Federal funding for active transportation projects the City will be able to double down on trails and related infrastructure in 2021.
On Thursday, July 22, the Federal and Provincial governments joined the City of St. Catharines in announcing the direction of $1.03 million in funding to the municipality through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). The ICIP funding will support the construction of 1.5 km of new trails in the city and 1 km of...
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