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Council Meeting Recap May 27, 2025

Council Meeting Recap - May 27, 2025

Posted on Friday, May 30, 2025 09:00 AM

Mayor’s Report

Mayor Steele spoke about his attendance at the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative Annual Conference in Milwaukee, WI, which focused on the future of freshwater resources in Canada and the United States. He highlighted the grand re-opening of the Port Colborne Animal Shelter, which is set for Saturday May 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and recognized Manager of By-Law Services Sherry Hanson’s dedication to the initiative. He noted that the Shelter welcomes donations from...

Call for Applications: Regional Councillor

Posted on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 12:21 PM

The City of Port Colborne is now accepting applications for the position of Regional Councillor.

Qualified candidates will:  

  1. Reside in the local municipality or be the owner or tenant of land there, or the spouse of such owner or tenant;
  2. Be a Canadian citizen;
  3. Be at least 18 years old; and
  4. Not be disqualified by this or any other Act from holding the office. 

The selected candidate will attend the Niagara Region Council meetings, and the meeting schedule is available for review on the Region's website.

Tulips

City to host free tulip bulb giveaway on May 30

Posted on Monday, May 26, 2025 12:39 PM

It’s tulip time in Port Colborne!

On Friday, May 30, the City of Port Colborne will host a free tulip bulb giveaway at the Port Colborne Farmers’ Market, located at Market Square. The event begins at 7 a.m. and is open to Port Colborne residents on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last.

Planting and care instructions will be provided, with staff on site to answer gardening questions. The giveaway provides an opportunity for gardeners of all experience levels to brighten their...

Wellington Street closed between John Street and Chestnut Street

Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025 04:15 PM

Please be advised that Wellington Street, between John Street and Chestnut Street, will be closed beginning Monday, May 26, 2025, until Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (tentatively), to accommodate municipal service connections.

Local traffic will be able to use the posted detour route during this time.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. For more information on this project, please contact Chris Viccica at 905-323-8112 or by email at chris.viccica@portcolborne.ca.

West Street Parking Closed Between Clarence Street and Charlotte Street beginning Monday, May 26

Posted on Friday, May 23, 2025 10:45 AM

Please be advised that from Monday, May 26, 2025, through end of day Wednesday, May 28, 2025, West Street between Clarence Street and Charlotte Street (across from 220–244 West Street) will experience temporary parking closures to accommodate construction crews pouring foundations for new Parkette pergolas.

Businesses and residents along this section of West Street are advised to plan accordingly.

Alternative parking will be available further along West Street and on Charlotte Street. For more...