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Notice of Public Meeting: Building Permit Fee Review

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - A review has been conducted of the building permit fees for the City of Niagara Falls. The 2023 Building Permit Fees Review Report will be presented at the council meeting on July 11, 2023. At the following council meeting on August 15, 2023, Council will consider amendments...
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Posted on: 6/16/2023 9:20 AM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls raising awareness on illegal Vacation Rental Units

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Currently, there are over 1,000 Vacation Rental Units (VRUs) operating illegally in the City of Niagara Falls. These illegal VRUs are listed on platforms such as AirBnb, VRBO, Kijiji, etc. VRUs are currently permitted in Niagara Falls, as per By-Law 2018-92 , 2021-99...
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Posted on: 6/9/2023 2:30 PM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls announces details for ‘Canada Day Celebration’ event at Firemen's Park

Free admission event to feature live music entertainment, kid’s zone, all-ages activities, food drinks, and more! NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls is inviting residents to Firemen’s Park on Saturday, July 1, from 11 am to 4 pm to celebrate Canada Day. Visit ...
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Posted on: 6/7/2023 3:31 PM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls accepting nominations for 2023 Summer Trillium Awards

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Beginning Thursday, June 1, the City of Niagara Falls, in partnership with the Environmental Action Committee, is accepting nominations for the 2023 Summer Trillium Awards, presented by Niagara Peninsula Energy Inc. The Trillium Awards program promotes and encourages...
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Posted on: 6/1/2023 9:37 AM - Category: Media Releases

Seniors Month in Niagara Falls

Free events workshops offered during the month of June to celebrate Seniors Month in Niagara Falls The City of Niagara Falls' Seniors Advisory Committee (SAC) is inviting Older Adults (60+) to celebrate Seniors Month during the month of June, with free events, seminars, and workshops...
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Posted on: 5/30/2023 10:15 AM - Category: Media Releases

Jaida Lee Recognition

City of Niagara Falls to recognize first female to play in men’s baseball competition in Canada Summer Games history On Saturday, June 3, at Oakes Park, the City of Niagara Falls will recognize Newfoundland native Jaida Lee, the first female to participate in men’s baseball competition in the...
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Posted on: 5/26/2023 4:27 PM - Category: In the News

Name The Street Sweeper Challenge

City of Niagara Falls announces ‘Name The Street Sweeper Challenge’ Beginning Saturday, May 27, Niagara Falls residents will have the opportunity to name both of the City’s street sweepers. In celebration of National Public Works Week, the City of Niagara Falls is hosting a Touch-A-Truck...
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Posted on: 5/25/2023 10:30 AM - Category: Media Releases

Grand Opening of Millennium Recreational Trail’s ‘Rotary Storywalk Pathway’ Set for June 3

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls is inviting residents to celebrate the grand opening of the Millennium Recreational Trail’s Rotary Storywalk Pathway at a special event on Saturday, June 3, starting at 11 am. The opening of the Rotary Storywalk Pathway marks the completion of the...
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Posted on: 5/25/2023 9:45 AM - Category: Media Releases

Flag-Raising Ceremony to recognize 2023 National AccessAbility Awareness Week, May 29, 2023

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Join us on Monday, May 29, at City Hall for a flag-raising ceremony to recognize National AccessAbility Awareness Week, May 28 to June 3, led by the Mayor’s Accessibility Advisory Committee for the City of Niagara Falls. National AccessAbility Week is an opportunity to...
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Posted on: 5/25/2023 8:51 AM - Category: Media Releases

City of Niagara Falls to host Touch-A-Truck Event on Saturday, May 27

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - In celebration of National Public Works Week, the City of Niagara Falls is hosting a Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, May 27, from 10 am to 2 pm at the Gale Centre (5152 Thorold Stone Road, Niagara Falls). The free, fun, family-friendly event gives residents the opportunity...
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Posted on: 5/15/2023 11:46 AM - Category: Media Releases

National Public Works Week

Connecting the World through Public Works: May 21 - 27, 2023 Since 1960, municipalities across Canada have recognized National Public Works Week. This special week in May is used to educate, engage and inform the public about the essential role public works play in the community's quality of...
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Posted on: 5/14/2023 1:47 PM - Category: In the News

FEE ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR MUNICIPAL RECREATION PROGRAMS

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - The City of Niagara Falls is excited to introduce the Municipal Fee Assistance Pilot Program, a financial assistance program for Niagara Falls youth interested in staying active and getting involved in community recreation. Through the Municipal Fee Assistance Pilot Program,...
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Posted on: 5/10/2023 9:37 AM - Category: Media Releases

Emergency Preparedness Week: May 7 - 13, 2023

Emergency Managers from all 12 municipalities in Niagara and the Niagara Region, proudly launch an emergency preparedness short film this year in celebration of Emergency Preparedness Week. Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness campaign that has taken place every year,...
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Posted on: 5/5/2023 2:51 PM - Category: Media Releases

Niagara Falls Farmers’ Market kicks off the 2023 market season at MacBain Community Centre

Market will relocate to its new, permanent home at The Exchange later this summer NIAGARA FALLS, ON - Niagara Falls’ award-winning Farmers’ Market kicks off the 2023 market season at MacBain Community Centre on Saturday, May 20th, from 7 am – 1 pm. The Farmers’ Market will relocate to...
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Posted on: 5/2/2023 10:03 AM - Category: Media Releases

‘HUMAN NATURE’ EXHIBITION LAUNCHES AT NIAGARA FALLS HISTORY MUSEUM

Temporary exhibition highlights human-kind’s role in climate change and the potential impact on future generations NIAGARA FALLS, ON - From April 22 until January 7, 2024, the temporary exhibition ‘human NATURE’ will be taking over the Ontario Power Generation Gallery at the Niagara Falls...
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Posted on: 4/21/2023 4:18 PM - Category: Media Releases