Back to SearchIn response to concerns with overcrowding, and related problem behaviours, the City is moving to institute temporary capacity limits at its beaches.
As weather has warmed City beaches have become a popular destination for residents and visitors from across Niagara and beyond. Large numbers of visitors at beaches has led to overcrowding, resulting in concerns related to COVID-19 restrictions and the possible spread of the disease. Overcrowding has in turn exaggerated issues of drinking and problem behaviours.
In response the City is instituting capacity limits at both Sunset Beach and Lakeside Park Beach effective immediately. Security will be on site to close access when beaches have reached capacity and beach visitor numbers begin to impact the ability to control physical distancing. Signage will be posted at the entrance to beach neighbourhoods letting drivers know when beaches are at capacity limits and closed to new entries.
Visitors are reminded that alcohol, smoking / vaping, barbecues, and littering are strictly prohibited at City beaches. Those visiting beaches may be subject to search on entry. Guests must adhere to Provincial COVID-19 limits on gatherings and other restrictions.
For more information on beaches visit stcatharines.ca/Beaches.
Contact: CitizensFirst@stcatharines.ca
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