Posted on Thursday, December 23, 2021 03:32 PM
Starting in the new year operators of short-term rentals can begin to apply for licences from the City.
In 2021 Council approved a Licensing and Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS) for short-term rentals (STRs), such as those operated through online portals like AirBnB and VRBO. These new tools compliment amendments made to the City’s Zoning By-law late in 2020 that redefined STRs as home-based businesses. The amendments, combined with licensing and AMPS, will allow the City to better...
Posted on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 12:54 PM
Several City facilities will be closed over the holidays.
Closures are set to begin on Dec. 24 and continue through Jan. 3, 2022.
During the closures, residents can call 905.688.5600 to report problems on City streets and sidewalks; sewer and water issues; or fallen trees. For COVID-19 emergency order enforcement issues during holiday closures, the public can call the Niagara Region's dispatch line at 905.984.3690 or 1.877.552.5579.
City HallCity Hall will remain open during regular business...
Posted on Friday, December 17, 2021 11:39 AM
Today marked the official launch of a partnership to develop a meaningful memorial recognizing the service of firefighters, including those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in giving their lives in service of their communities.
City representatives, staff and members of the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Task Force (FFMTF) joined together today to celebrate the formal launch of a donor campaign for the memorial. The event took place adjacent to the City parkette at the corner of Carlisle Street...
Posted on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 02:19 PM
While the City of St. Catharines continues to cope with the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, critical investments will continue to be made on economic, social, cultural and environmental strategic priorities.
On Monday night City Council passed a $114.7-million 2022 Operating Budget, and with it a tax increase that will see the average St. Catharines homeowner paying an additional $4.06 a month. With a goal to continue strategic investments the City will utilize reserves in the year ahead...
Posted on Friday, December 10, 2021 02:48 PM
Heading downtown to get some holiday shopping done at local small businesses is going to get a little easier in the weeks to come.
Just in time for holiday shopping, the City is offering up to three hours of free parking between noon and 6 p.m. on weekdays from Monday, Dec. 13 to Dec. 31.
Free afternoon parking is available downtown at City-owned on-street metered spots and City-owned parking lots with pay machines. Visitors taking advantage of free afternoon parking are still subject to the City’s...