Posted on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 03:30 PM
Artists and organizations can now apply for funding under the St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP).
The program offers annual funding through several program streams, serving diverse segments of the creative community, in an effort to strengthen the cultural landscape of the community and provide opportunities for residents to engage in artistic expression.
Applications are currently open for the Culture Days Activity Program (CDAP); Sustaining-Core Program and Sustaining-Midsized Program.
The...
Posted on Friday, March 11, 2022 04:18 PM
The Mayor’s Office has released St. Catharines Mayor Walter Sendzik’s 2021 expenses and gift log.
As the head of City Council, the Mayor is allocated an annual operating budget that is approved by Council each year. The budget includes expenses for office supplies and technology, community events, meeting expenses, conferences and travel where the Mayor represents the City.
In 2021, Mayor Sendzik balanced finding savings and efficiencies due to the pandemic – including limiting travel, while also...
Posted on Wednesday, March 09, 2022 08:58 AM
Those looking for something to do here at home over March Break need look no further.
With in-person programs returning and facilities once again open to the public, the City has plenty to keep both young and old alike entertained and active over March Break next week. Guests are asked to respect COVID-19 safety protocols including mask requirements and maintenance of two metres physical separation where able.
All programs, including leisure swims and public skating, require advanced registration...
Posted on Wednesday, March 09, 2022 07:39 AM
The City of St. Catharines will hold a Legislated Public Meeting to consider applications to amend the Official Plan (the Garden City Plan) and Zoning By-law at 60 Vine Street South.
ProposalThe purpose of the the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment is to facilitate the proposed private road development containing one two-storey triplex dwelling and ten two-storey apartment buildings, with a total of 61 dwelling units at 60 Vine Street South. The design of the buildings will function as townhouse...
Posted on Wednesday, March 02, 2022 03:29 PM
Building on ongoing work to ensure the sale of a City property drives affordable housing, City Council has approved a staff recommendation to allow the buyer to partner with Habitat for Humanity Niagara.
In November 2021, Council approved the sale of roughly 3.8 acres at 320 Geneva St., previously occupied by the City’s Community, Recreation and Culture Services administration building. The sale was approved provided it is used in part for affordable and social housing. Specifically, the City...