Posted on Thursday, July 25, 2024 11:18 AM
New user fees and incremental increases to other rates and fees in 2024 to 2026 will help the City of St. Catharines cover the costs for certain programs and services that directly benefit users. The fees are critical for the City, which has a mixed approach to funding its services – relying on rates and fees and the tax levy, and other sources such as grants and reserves.
There are 13 new fees, 10 have been updated and two have been removed. Some increases will be phased in over three years to...
Posted on Thursday, July 11, 2024 02:40 PM
The City’s free outdoor Summer Concert Series is back – with double the concerts, this year across two venues – Lakeside Park and Montebello Park.
This year’s concert series features local and touring Canadian musicians, including headliners like LMT Connection and Brooks & Bowskill.
The series of six concerts runs Thursday nights from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. from July 18 to Aug. 22.
“We are excited to bring this lineup of original and local talent to the stage this summer for our annual Summer Concerts in...
Posted on Friday, July 05, 2024 02:45 PM
There are plenty of opportunities to learn more about the city’s history this summer. The St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre is once again hosting a series of community walks – and new bicycle tours - over the coming months.
The first – happening on Saturday, July 6 – will focus on Merritton. Participants will learn about the early days of the Welland Canal, the urban history of the community, its people, industry, and its architecture. The walk takes place from 10-11:30 a.m., and...
Posted on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 10:02 AM
June is a vibrant month in St. Catharines, celebrating both Recreation and Parks Month and Seniors Month. It's the perfect time to explore our beautiful parks, trails, and recreational facilities. Enjoy a picnic at Montebello Park, hike the scenic trails of Twelve Mile Creek, or participate in community events and activities. Take a respite from the warmer weather by going public skating or taking a refreshing dip at the St. Catharines Kiwanis Aquatics Centre. Cool off at one of our splash pads...
Posted on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 11:19 AM
An indoor tennis dome planned for Community Park will not be going ahead as planned.
All partners - the City of St. Catharines, Tennis Clubs of Canada, St. Catharines Tennis Alliance and Merritton Lions Club - were looking forward to creating a world class tennis facility, but current economic times created challenges. Unfortunately, Tennis Clubs of Canada cannot enter into a licence agreement with the City to build and operate the facility due to increased construction costs and elevated...