Posted on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 04:25 PM
City's Climate Adaptation plan also earns kudos in provincial research paper
The City of St. Catharines has been recognized for its ongoing efforts to adapt and prepare for climate change impacts.
On Monday the City received a Climate Action Award from the Water Environment Association of Ontario. Presented in partnership with the Ontario Water Works Association, the award recognizes and acknowledges innovations in infrastructure that adapt to climate change (resilient infrastructure) or reduce...
Posted on Thursday, April 06, 2023 01:25 PM
Community engagement kicks off with online survey
The City of St. Catharines is inviting the community to help shape the future of Fairview Park and neighbouring John Page Park.
The City is launching online engagement for the Fairview Park Community Vision, a project which will seek input on potential park improvements that will help inform a master plan for the area – a 6.7-acre property which not only encompasses both the former Fairview Golf and Mini-Putt lands (commonly referred to as...
Posted on Thursday, April 06, 2023 10:52 AM
Many City facilities may be closed for Good Friday on April 7 and Easter Sunday on April 9, but there is still lots to do in the City this weekend.
An Easter-themed Eggstravaganza is on at the St. Catharines Farmers Market discovery table on Saturday, April 8, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Hop on down and join in the free crafts and enter the raffle to win a basket of fun. Learn more at stcatharines.ca/Market.
St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre boasts a full slate of aquatic activities on Saturday...
Posted on Thursday, March 30, 2023 11:19 AM
Annual program helps student entrepreneurs access funding, mentorship
Entrepreneurial students interested in being their own boss this summer can apply to receive support to launch their business.
The St. Catharines Enterprise Centre is now accepting applications for the 2023 Summer Company Program. Made possible through funding by the Province of Ontario, the program is designed to help students aged 15 to 29 start their own businesses. Successful applicants can receive a $3,000 grant ($1,500 to...
Posted on Friday, March 24, 2023 10:37 AM
The City of St. Catharines is helping restaurants, bars and food establishments get their seasonal patios up and running for the start of patio season.
Applications are open for the City’s new Seasonal Temporary Commercial Patio (STCPatio) Program to support businesses wanting to expand their service areas outside with temporary patios for the upcoming season.
St. Catharines City Council recently approved the amalgamation of the City’s Temporary Outdoor Patios During COVID-19 Recovery and the...