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Spring 2026 program registration begins March 24

With the approach of spring drawing closer, it’s the perfect time to get out of winter hibernation and get active. There are plenty of new recreational and swimming programs to keep those of all ages active throughout the season.

Registration for residents of St. Catharines will open online on ActiveSTC on Tuesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. Residents can register in person at the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre on Wednesday, March 25, 8:30 a.m. Everyone can sign up online for activities on...

Blacksmithing

In the early development of 19th century Canadian communities, having access to tools and a way to repair them was of vital importance. You couldn’t just run out to the hardware store to get a new one if something broke. The first task of early settlers was to clear land and build homes and farms. But, to do that, you needed tools such as axes, plows, and wagons. If a piece of equipment broke, finding a way to replace or repair it required the skill of a blacksmith and / or a carpenter.

The 1851...

Things to do on March Break with the City of St. Catharines

The City of St. Catharines has swimming, skating and more free or low-cost fun family activities everyone will enjoy on March Break, March 16-20.

Swimming

Dive into family fun at the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre with extra Leisure swims and aquatic programs, including drop-in swimming lessons, all week. Regular admission and supervision requirements apply. Pre-registration is recommended to reserve your spot in the pool.

Visit stcatharines.ca/swimming for more details, including rates,...

Air Canada luxury motorcoach service to connect Niagara travelers to Toronto Pearson

Bookings open March 12, for travel June 15 onward

Beginning June 15, 2026, Air Canada and The Landline Company will provide a direct connection between Niagara District Airport (YCM) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) via luxury motorcoach service.

“Air Canada is very pleased through its partnership with Landline to offer customers in Niagara a convenient travel alternative,” says Ranbir Singh, director, regional airlines and markets at Air Canada. “This new service connects Niagara...

A Village Growing in Importance

By the middle of the 19th century, the Village of St. Catharines was continuing its pace of growth as business and industry began to take advantage of the access to transport and power provided by the Welland Canal.

The St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre is helping us celebrate our 150th anniversary of being officially incorporated as a City with a weekly look back into our rich history from a diverse range of perspectives.

The 1851 census report of the Canadas for St. Catharines reports...