About
Mayor Mat Siscoe has served as the Mayor of St. Catharines since November 2022, following a tenure on Council for St. Patrick’s Ward from 2010 to January 2022. He was appointed to Regional Council after the passing of Sandie Bellows and has 15 years of experience as a high school physics teacher.
Active in the community, Mayor Siscoe has coached youth sports and volunteered with Out of the Cold. One of his key achievements as Mayor is establishing the St. Catharines OutReach and Engagement Fund (SCORE), which supports local non-profits.
He and his wife Chrissy have four children—Xavier, Canaan, Darius, and Sophia—along with two dogs and four cats. Inspired by his family and students, Mayor Siscoe is committed to creating a vibrant community for future generations.
Currently, he serves as Treasurer for the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, is part of the Municipal Finance Sub-Committee for Ontario Big City Mayors, and chairs the Niagara Transit Commission. Mayor Siscoe is dedicated to working collaboratively with Council and city staff to foster a thriving community.
You can learn more about Mayor Siscoe's vision for the City by reading his 2024 State of the City address.
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The Mayor meets with residents, community organizations and businesses on a variety of issues as often as his schedule permits. Due to the volume of requests received, meetings are generally 30 minutes to accommodate as many requests as possible.
Flag raising requests can be made through our Flag Raising Request Form. Please deliver your flag to the Mayor's Office the week prior to your flag raising. A staff member from the Mayor's Office will contact you to confirm the date and time. It is the responsibility of the individuals and/or organizations requesting a flag raising ceremony to invite the media and provide an agenda and list of speakers to the Mayor's Office prior to the event.
The Mayor's Office provides congratulatory certificates to individuals and groups for special occasions including anniversaries, birthdays and milestone occasions. The Mayor provides certificates for residents in St. Catharines celebrating their 75th, 80th, 85th, 90th, 95th, 100th and over 100 birthdays, and 25th, 50th, 60th, 65th, 70th, 75th and over anniversaries. To get a certificate, submit your Certificate Request Form six weeks ahead of the event. Please note, these certificates are not civic endorsements.
Invitations for the Mayor to special events can be made through our Invitation Request Form. Requests should be submitted at least six weeks in advance and must include the required information. A staff member from the Mayor's Office will contact you to confirm attendance or decline.
Join Mayor Mat Siscoe and the St. Catharines Public Library for an exciting annual reading challenge starting January 1, 2024! Read one book from each category throughout the year and share your progress on Instagram with #ReadSTC, tagging @matsiscoe and @stcatharineslibrary.
Submit your reading lists to readstc@stcatharines.ca by December 31, 2024, for a chance to win a grand prize package. Each monthly entry increases your chances, and social media posts can earn extra entries!
Brochures with details are available at library branches and on the third floor of City Hall.
Get ready to #readstc and join the fun!
Mayor Mat Siscoe is inviting the community to a challenge where every step counts!
The moveSTC initiative brings a series of monthly challenges designed to inspire residents to get moving, no matter their fitness level or schedule. Whether you take on one of Mayor Siscoe’s recommended challenges or find your own way to stay active, the goal is simple: keep moving and stay connected.
Each month, participants who track their activity will be entered into a raffle, with winners chosen at random on the first working day of the month. For extra entries, share your progress on social media using #moveSTC.
For inquiries related to city services or to report an issue, please contact Citizen's First at 905-688-5600 or via email at citizensfirst@stcatharines.ca. They will ensure your request is directed to the appropriate department for assistance. Alternatively, you may use the form below to report an issue.
To reach the Mayor's Office, please call or email us using the contact information provided. Kindly note that our email and phone are monitored Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. We strive to respond as promptly as possible and appreciate your patience.
You can reach Mayor Siscoe's team at 905-688-5600, extension 1540. If you are unable to connect with us directly, please leave your name, phone number, and the reason for your call, and we will return your call as soon as possible.
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Media requests for Mayor Siscoe should be directed to the Mayor's Office general inbox at mayor@stcatharines.ca, as well as to Chief of Staff Brianne Whitty at bwhitty@stcatharines.ca.