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“Accessibility Matters Here” Award nominations open

The City of St. Catharines Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) is inviting nominations for the Accessibility Matters Here Award, recognizing local businesses that are making meaningful strides toward accessibility and inclusion.
The award is an initiative of the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (JAAC) and the St. Catharines AAC, and celebrates businesses that are actively working to:
• Remove barriers.
• Providing inclusive and accessible communication.
• Supporting equitable employment...

Plant a tree at home with St. Catharines’ Free Tree Giveaway

The City of St. Catharines is continuing to invest in a more resilient urban forest, and residents can play a direct role by planting a tree at home through the City’s Free Tree Giveaway.

St. Catharines residents can claim a free tree to plant on their own property as part of the City’s annual Spring Free Tree Giveaway. A limited number of trees are available on a first-come, first-served basis. From April 13-22, residents can register online and choose from one of four varieties: Tulip tree,...

Thinking of running in the 2026 Municipal Election?

Thinking of running in the 2026 Municipal Election? Don't miss the Candidates Information Night on Wednesday, April 29 at 6 p.m.

Niagara residents interested interested in running in the 2026 Municipal Election should attend the Candidates Information Night, hosted by the City of Welland on behalf of all Niagara municipalities, at the Welland Community Centre (145 Lincoln Street, Welland). The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing will outline what candidates can expect and how to prepare...

City of St. Catharines preparing for 2026 Beach Season

Renovations are ongoing, however the beaches in St. Catharines will be ready for guests as the season kicks off in May.
The City is preparing for the start of the beach season, with the beach at Lakeside Park ready for visitors come the first blast of warm weather, and work continuing to progress on schedule at Sunset Beach, which is tentatively scheduled to reopen in time for the long weekend in May.

“Lakeside Park and Sunset Beach are key parts of our waterfront experience, and we’re excited to...

Poetry Workshop with Poet Laureate Shannon Kitchings

In celebration of National Poetry Month, the City of St. Catharines and the St. Catharines Public Library are partnering to present a poetry workshop for community members of all ages, all writing levels, and for those who wouldn’t call themselves writers at all, at the St. Catharines Library’s Central Branch (54 Church St.) on April 25 at 10 a.m.

What happens when a dragon goes to carpentry school? Who is going to solve the mystery of the missing octopus? Have you ever seen trees in love? Using...