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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM SERVICES

Mission Statement

The mission of Economic Development and Tourism Services is to build economic prosperity by enabling innovation, education, enterprise, and investment in St. Catharines.

Organizational Structure

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Division(s)

Economic Development

The Economic Development division is responsible for the attraction of new businesses to St. Catharines, as well as encouraging the expansion and retention of existing businesses within the community. The Division works closely with businesses in order to bring together the right tools necessary that best suit business and community needs before, during, and after establishing an operation in St. Catharines.

Economic Development is also responsible for:

  • Family Physician Recruitment
    The Physician Recruitment Division administers the Physician Recruitment Incentive Program. St. Catharines is a designated underserviced community and many financial incentives are available to physicians under the provincial government's physician relocation programs.

  • Market and Events
    The Market and Events division oversees the operation of the St. Catharines Market Square and plans key events, such as the annual Santa Claus Parade, Canada Day and Volunteer Recognition Night.

Enterprise Centre

The St. Catharines Enterprise Centre (SCEC) provides the information, resources and tools that entrepreneurs need to launch and grow their businesses.  We are a proud member of Ontario's Business Support Network and local community partner for the Canada Youth Business Foundation and Summer Company programs.

Tourism Services

The Tourism division provides marketing and development services, and identifies resources to promote and grow the tourism industry in St. Catharines.

Director

The role of the Director of Economic Development and Tourism Services is to: 

  • Be an ambassador of the City during site visitations
  • Be a link between industry players
  • Promote partnerships with economic development agencies on local and global stages
  • Act as a liaison between businesses and provincial and federal governments
  • Generate awareness of advantages of operating a business in St. Catharines