Public Notices

Public open house: Ontario Street Corridor Secondary Plan Study

Planning for the future of the former General Motors lands on Ontario Street

The City of St. Catharines is embarking on a land use study to develop a vision, and ultimately a land use plan, to guide the future redevelopment of the former General Motors lands located on the east and west side of Ontario Street, immediately south of Carlton Street.

The study, titled the Ontario Street Corridor Secondary Plan Study, is centered around the former General Motors lands at 282-285 Ontario Street,...

Online Open House - 10 Canal Street

The Planning and Building Services Department is hosting an Online Open House to provide information and receive public input regarding applications for an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment. The Applications propose to change the Official Plan designation and zoning for a portion of the lands known municipally as 10 Canal Street. The complete application was received on Dec. 21, 2022 and deemed complete by the City on Jan. 16, 2023.

This application is being sought to fulfil conditions...

Notice for residents in Port Weller east regarding Keefer Road fire investigation

Dear Port Weller neighbours,

As cleanup and investigation of the fire at 20 Keefer Rd. continues, the City of St. Catharines and St. Catharines Fire Services would like to assure residents in the Port Weller area that neighbourhood safety and protecting the environment remain key priorities as we work with our partners.

During this ongoing effort, the City is working with all partners to ensure things are as safe as possible for the nearby residents and businesses. The fire was contained and extinguished...

Construction Notice: Hastings Street reconstruction - Phase One

Hastings Street requires road improvements in its entirety from Almond Street north to Wedsworth Street, per conditions imposed through a development agreement application regarding 271 Merritt Street (2017). The improvements shall be completed through coordination with the City, although under a private contract between a Developer and private Contractor. Phase 1 includes Hastings Street’s reconstruction from Almond Street north to Walnut Lane, to accommodate redevelopment proposals on the west...

Online Open House Notice - 70 Eastchester

The Planning and Building Services Department is hosting an Online Open House to provide information and receive public input regarding an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment. The application is to rezone the lands known municipally as 70 Eastchester Avenue. The complete application was received on Dec. 21, 2022 and deemed complete by the City on Dec. 31, 2022.

The applicant proposes to rezone the lands from Medium Density Mixed Use (M1) to Medium/High Density Mixed Use with special provision...