Media Releases

January 5, 2022 - Port Colborne committed to providing customer service and supporting community under a modified step two of the province’s roadmap to reopen

December 22, 2021 - Port Colborne announces revitalization of Downtown and Main Street BIAs through partnership with My Main Street

December 21, 2021 - Port Colborne preparing for a safe holiday season

December 21, 2021 - Port Colborne Public Library breaks down barriers by eliminating fines

December 15, 2021 - City Hall is now available virtually for Port Colborne residents

December 14, 2021 - Port Colborne votes in favour of consolidating transit systems in Niagara

December 14, 2021 - 2022 water/wastewater budget approved with a zero per cent increase

November 25, 2021 - Fire code violation conviction

November 18, 2021 - Santa returning to Port Colborne

November 12, 2021 - Five Port Colborne schools successfully completed their SnowPORTant mission

November 10, 2021 - Approved 2022 operating budget aligns with strategic plan

October 15, 2021 - Vale Health & Wellness Centre to host Brock Badgers vs. Windsor Lancers men’s hockey game

October 13, 2021 - Flags lowered at Port Colborne City Hall in honour of Regional Councillor Sandie Bellows

October 1, 2021 - Fire Prevention Week: Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety!™

September 27, 2021 - A call to children for “Christmas in Port Colborne”

September 21, 2021 - City given grant to help small businesses with digital transformation

September 15, 2021 - City of Port Colborne observes September 30 as National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

September 14, 2021 - City Council approves COVID-19 vaccine policy for Port Colborne staff

September 8, 2021 - Port Colborne celebrates successful beach season and announces Splashtown Niagara as new 2022 feature

August 24, 2021 - City welcomes new doctor to Port Colborne community

August 23, 2021 - Just over a week left to go for a chance to win the ultimate Port Colborne staycation

August 19, 2021 - City seeks resident input on redevelopment plans for Lockview Park

August 12, 2021 - City of Port Colborne delegation meeting with provincial ministers

August 6, 2021 - Sugarloaf Marina launches 'Clear Your Gear' initiative

August 5, 2021 - City seeks resident input on redesign of entrance parkette at H.H. Knoll Lakeview Park

July 15, 2021 - Port Colborne outlines City facility updates as province moves to Step 3

June 23, 2021 - Holloway Bay Road added to parking restrictions in effect for Port Colborne

June 22, 2021 - Cruise ships set sights on Port Colborne

June 11, 2021 - Sip, shop & support local starting this weekend in Port

June 9, 2021 - Parking restrictions in effect for Port Colborne roads along Lake Erie shoreline

May 31, 2021 - Port Colborne welcomes non-residents to beaches starting Wednesday

May 26, 2021 - Council approves strategic plan that will guide the City’s future

May 21, 2021 - City reminds residents to PORTicipate safely this long weekend

May 18, 2021 - Port Colborne public boat ramp reopens in time for long weekend

May 10, 2021 - Port Colborne looks for resident input on Lockview Park redevelopment

April 26, 2021 - Flags lowered at City Hall in recognition of National Day of Mourning

April 19, 2021 - New restrictions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19

April 16, 2021 - City forms partnership with Downtown BIA to manage Farmers’ Market

April 12, 2021 - Port Colborne launches community engagement survey to support strategic plan

April 9, 2021 - Flags lowered at Port Colborne City Hall to honour Prince Philip

April 9, 2021 - PORTicipate virtually with your public library this April Break

April 1, 2021 - Port Colborne outlines restrictions as provincewide shutdown begins Saturday

March 30, 2021 - Hop into the holiday long weekend with a Virtual Easter Challenge

March 26, 2021 - Wastewater credit available for seniors on guaranteed income supplement

March 10, 2021 - Free beach passes for Port Colborne residents this summer

March 1, 2021 - Port Colborne outlines Red-Control restrictions

February 26, 2021 - Improvements to H.H. Knoll Lakeview Park enhance visitor experience

February 17, 2021 - Affordable housing a top priority as one in four residents at risk of homelessness

February 16, 2021 - Port Colborne outlines grey-lockdown restrictions on City facilities

February 9, 2021 - Residents reminded to take steps to prevent frozen water pipes

February 4, 2021 - Port Colborne Polar Plunge for Special Olympics goes virtual

January 29, 2021 - Fire code violation conviction issued January 28, 2021

January 28, 2021 - Fire & Emergency Services remind residents to avoid thin ice that forms over open bodies of water

January 22, 2021 - City moves full steam ahead with railway crossing improvements

January 13, 2021 - Port Colborne outlines City facility updates as stay-at-home order comes into effect tomorrow

January 13, 2021 - Annual community grant program now accepting applications

December 23, 2020 - Christmas Light Display Contest adds sparkle to Port Colborne

December 22, 2020 - Port Colborne outlines lockdown restrictions on City facilities

December 16, 2020 - City partners with Port Cares to create more affordable housing

December 8, 2020 - Port Colborne Christmas Market promises to be a festive good time

December 8, 2020 - Emergency Services respond to early morning fire at Grace United Brethren Church

December 1, 2020 - Port Colborne creates team to expedite economic development inquiries

November 24, 2020 - Approved 2021 Operating Budget focuses on COVID-19 recovery and community support

November 23, 2020 - Port Colborne selling surplus City owned lots

November 13, 2020 - Local fire hall hosts drive-through toy drive in support of Port Cares

October 29, 2020 - Have a holly jolly COVID safe Christmas with the City of Port Colborne

October 27, 2020 - Port Colborne moving forward with strategic plan

October 15, 2020 - Port Colborne Farmers’ Market ends 2020 season early

October 1, 2020 – Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen

September 29, 2020 - City Council Passes 2021 Capital Budget, Investing $5.2 million in infrastructure

September 24, 2020 – Help Design the City of Port Colborne Community Christmas Card

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