Great news here: FedDev Ontario announced today more than $8.2 million in support for 34 tourism and community infrastructure projects in the Niagara region, including $175,000 for the St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre.
Tourism is a major component of our economic development mandate. Tourism spending in Niagara is over $2 billion annually, and it is estimated that for every $10 spent on tourism activities, $7 is also spent indirectly in the community.
Learn more about how we strengthen the tourism sector in St. Catharine
The St. Catharines Museum and Welland Canals Centre is the City’s largest tourism attraction and will use its share of the FedDev funding to install new museum exhibits and make its entrance more accessible.
Regional Chair and Niagara Mayors statement on the imposition of American tariffs
St. Catharines Mayor Mat Siscoe has joined Niagara Region Chair Jim Bradley and the Niagara Mayors in releasing a statement on the imposition of American tariffs on Canadian goods.
St. Catharines unveils new economic development and tourism strategy
The City of St. Catharines unveiled it’s updated economic development and tourism strategy, a guiding document providing policies, programs and initiatives ensuring the City continues its vision to be a safe, innovative, sustainable and caring community today and for future generations. At its September 24, 2024 meeting, St. Catharines City Council approved the Economic Development and Tourism Strategy: 2024 to 2029.
Resources for food businesses
Restaurants or food trucks, home-based businesses or commercial locations, food manufacturing or agri-businesses, there are resources to help you start or grow your food focused business. Check these out!
Steps to Starting a Small Business
March 4, 2025
Wondering where to start with your small business? Join us for an introduction to the rules and regulations surrounding your small business start-up.