Charities and community groups can apply for Niagara River Lions tickets

The City of St. Catharines is offering tickets for Niagara River Lions home games at the Meridian Centre to local non-profit organizations and sports organizations.

The City invites registered charities, incorporated non-profit groups, and minor not-for-profit sports associations serving St. Catharines to apply to the Meridian Centre Community Use Program to request 12 tickets to select River Lions home games.

Applications open Monday, March 17.

How to apply for free sports tickets in St. Catharines

Interested organizations can apply online at stcatharines.ca/CommunityUseProgram. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. Friday, April 4.

The City will match eligible applicants to a select number of games available for groups to either bring children and youth to a live sporting event at the Meridian Centre, or use for fundraising purposes.

St. Catharines' charity ticket application process

The City will review and score submissions to qualify and prioritize requests. Should eligible demand exceed supply, the City will use a draw to determine ticket allocations. Successful applicants will be notified in writing.

All registered charities and incorporated non-profits serving St. Catharines are eligible to apply. However, the City gives preference to those that are located in St. Catharines and providing services focusing on youth. Organizations that have applied in the past must reapply for the 2025 season.

Visit stcatharines.ca/CommunityUseProgram for full application details, eligibility and scoring criteria, terms and conditions and more.