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The City of St. Catharines' Vacant Building Registry By-law regulates uninhabited structures in the City.

Owners are required to register their vacant buildings using the form found at stcatharines.ca/VacantBuilding and report on the status and property standards of the structure every two weeks until the building is no longer deemed vacant under the by-law.

By-law enforcement staff will monitor registered buildings ensuring vacant buildings are safe and meet property...

Whether they’re offering delicious treats or renting out paddleboards, food truck and vending cart operators can now apply to set up shop at City of St. Catharines parks and facilities.

On Monday, Council approved a new policy allowing food trucks and mobile vending carts to establish seasonal business operations on City property. Developed in response to both resident and business requests, the policy provides businesses with the opportunity to apply for a dedicated space each year.

“This new initiative...

History

The history of firefighting in St. Catharines can be traced as far back as 1846. 

The St. Catharines Firefighters Memorial honours members of the St. Catharines Fire Services who died in the line of duty, along with the volunteer firefighters who died while serving in various St. Catharines wards and townships prior to 1919 then the St. Catharines Professional Firefighters Association Local 485 was formed.

Task Force

• Chair Barry Katzman, Community Member
• Vice Chair Dave Upper, Fire...

In an effort to drive re-development of derelict properties and protect public safety the City of St. Catharines is taking steps to address issues associated with vacant buildings.

On Monday, City Council passed a Vacant Building Registry By-law that aims to address issues associated with such properties and encourage property owners to not leave buildings empty for extended periods of time. Traditionally the City has addressed issues associated with vacant buildings on a complaint-driven basis.

If...

With tens of thousands of visitors headed to the downtown core over the next four days for special events, the City of St. Catharines has expanded its special event parking to support parking demand.

From June 30 to July 3, special event parking rates will be in place at additional City-managed surface lots and garages to support increased parking management. The move comes after City Council approved expanding its special event parking policy to more lots, as well as instituting new dynamic pricing...