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City of Launches Ongoing Call for Artists to Activate Public Spaces

The City of St. Catharines is inviting local artists to take centre stage in public spaces, engaging residents through creative workshops, performances, and interactive activities as part of its new cultural programming initiatives.

This initiative aligns with The St. Catharines Culture Plan 2025-2030: Stay for the Culture, a strategic vision for strengthening the city’s arts and culture sector. Over the next five years, the City will provide more opportunities for artists of all disciplines to...

City of St. Catharines to Conduct Downtown Snow Removal Tonight: Feb. 20

Update as of Feb. 21: Crews will continue snow removal efforts in the downtown core during the overnight hours through the weekend. 

The City continues its snow removal efforts by targeting the downtown core tonight, Feb. 20, to ensure safe and accessible streets for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Crews will focus on the following areas: St. Paul Street, King Street, and Church Street from Ontario Street to Carlisle Street; and William Street, Queen Street, and James Street from St. Paul...

City facilities closing February 16 due to weather

The following City programs and facilities are impacted by the winter storm on Sunday, Feb. 16.

Recreation programs, including swimming lessons and public skating, as well as private bookings and rentals for today have been cancelled.

The following City facilities are closed to the public today as of 1 p.m.:

• St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre
• St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre
• Dunlop Drive Older Adult Centre
• Russell Avenue Community Centre

The following City facilities will be closing...

City Launches New Plow Tracking Pilot Program: Where’s My Plow?

A new pilot program is making it easier for St. Catharines residents to stay informed about winter control operations. Where’s My Plow? is an online tracking tool that provides real-time (15-minute delayed) updates on City-operated snow plows, helping residents better plan travel and understand the City’s winter maintenance operations.

“This pilot program is part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and service improvements for residents,” said Acting Director of Municipal Works Chris...