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Museum, Mayholme Foundation to host family history workshop
Posted on Friday, December 19, 2025 08:56 AM
Family historians will learn the tools, resources, and skills to advance their research and preserve their family histories at a two-day workshop in January presented by the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre, in partnership with the Mayholme Foundation.
The Family History Workshop takes place over two weekends: Saturday, Jan 24 and Saturday, Jan 31 at the museum, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This workshop series will introduce participants to methods related to gathering, organizing,...
City Council approves name ‘Old Lock One Commons’ for outdoor public space in Port Dalhousie
Posted on Thursday, December 18, 2025 04:16 PM
St. Catharines City Council has approved the name, ‘Old Lock One Commons,’ for the outdoor community and event space at 45 Lakeport Rd. in Port Dalhousie.
City Council voted at its December meeting to endorse the City staff-recommended name following its direction in November 2024 that staff undertake a formal naming process. A permanent sign with the name, ‘Old Lock One Commons,’ will be installed in early 2026. The City will also host a ribbon cutting event for the space next spring.
“Thank you...
Notice of Hearing: 126 & 128 Page Street
Posted on Thursday, December 18, 2025 12:41 PM
Applications for Consent and Minor Variance has been received from the Estate of Marilyn Catherine Labonte for the properties at 126 and 128 Page St. and will be heard by the Committee of Adjustment for the City of St. Catharines on Jan. 28, 2025, at 5 p.m.
Application Location- 128 Page St.
- East side of Page Street and north of Welland Avenue
- PLAN 52 PT LOT 8
Application B-02/26SC is made to sever a 500.9 m2 parcel (Part 1 on the submitted sketch), to be known...
Advancing STC: 2025 Highlights and What’s Next in 2026
Posted on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 02:59 PM
A message from City of St. Catharines Chief Administrative Officer David Oakes:
As we wrap up 2025, I’m delighted to extend heartfelt thanks to all residents, businesses, volunteers, and partners across St. Catharines. Your enthusiasm, feedback, and active involvement have truly propelled STC forward and made this year one to remember!
This year, we made exciting strides in housing with the launch of the Housing Accelerator Fund, new incentives for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), expanded support...
Downtown fire update: Queen Street remains closed
Posted on Monday, December 08, 2025 06:57 PM
A portion of Queen Street in downtown St. Catharines will remain closed for at least the next couple of days, as fire officials work with the property owner on overhaul of the site.
The street has been closed between St. Paul and King streets since Friday night, when St. Catharines Fire Services was called to 17 Queen St. for a fire at the property – a large building that formerly served as the home of The St. Catharines Standard. Work is underway to determine the structural safety of the...
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