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City delegation returns from AMO 2024 Conference after Key Discussions on St. Catharines Priorities

This week, the Mayor, councillors and City staff attended the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa. The conference provided a critical platform for City officials to engage with provincial leaders and advocate for St. Catharines’ top priorities.

Over the course of the conference, the St. Catharines met with:

• Minister of Sport Neil Lumsden to talk about provincial support for the Minto Cup and upcoming sporting events
• Parliamentary Assistant to the Finance...

City to Launch Community and Cultural Displays Program on September 4

Next month, the City will introduce a new Community and Cultural Displays Program, providing local organizations the opportunity to create and showcase displays that reflect the unique cultural, social, and economic fabric of St. Catharines.

The Community and Cultural Displays Program aims to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of St. Catharines by offering a platform for local organizations to raise awareness for causes, commemorate significant events, or honour notable achievements. Approved...

Fall program registration begins Aug. 27

With the start of fall just several weeks away, now is the perfect time to renew your commitment to keeping you and your family active this year. There are plenty of new recreational and swimming programs to keep those of all ages active throughout the fall. 

Registration for residents of St. Catharines will open online on ActiveSTC at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27. Residents can register in person at the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Everyone can sign up...

Applications open for final round of St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program funding

Applications are now open for the final round of St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP) funding for 2024.

The deadline for Arts Development, Culture Builds Community, and Sustaining Festival Programs applications is Sept. 19 (for projects starting Jan. 2025 or later). 

SCCIP offers six program streams tailored to specific priorities, eligibility criteria, and evaluation standards. 

In June, City Council approved $307,000 in funding for Sustaining – Core and Midsized Programs and the Arts...

City celebrates Valleyview Park grand reopening

The City of St. Catharines is excited to announce the much-anticipated grand reopening of Valleyview Park, the latest project to be unveiled as part of the City’s Parks Renewal Plan.

The $469,999 investment for the 20 Ker St. neighbourhood park in the Merritton Ward includes a replacement of the play structure and new multi-use courts for tennis, basketball, and ball hockey play. Accessibility upgrades feature new walkways and park benches. Landscape upgrades include new trees. Drainage...