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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.
Fat Rabbit a Michelin Guide restaurant in St. Catharines
One of St. Catharines best new restaurants is carving a niche in the Niagara food scene and beyond. Fat Rabbit has been catching everyone’s attention since opening in September 2023, including the renowned Michelin Guide.
Free business training, $10,000 grants available for racialized and Indigenous entrepreneurs
Applications are now open for the 2024-25 Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) program providing free access to business coaching, training and $10,000 grants for more than 400 Indigenous, Black and other racialized entrepreneurs.
Welland Canal’s industrial legacy helps to draw in major investments
The Welland Canal’s industrial legacy helped give Niagara the tools to draw in major investments create opportunities for businesses, such as playing aa leadership role in Canada’s growing electric vehicle supply chain.
i.d.e.a. Fund Applications Now Open
Applications for Cohort 3 of the i.d.e.a. Fund program are now open!
$40,000 grant helps a new Canadian play make its world premier at the Foster Festival in St. Catharines
The Foster Festival is extending this year’s performance season with a new Canadian production in St. Catharines with funding from FedDev Ontario and the Tourism Growth Program.
Niagara to host 2025 Ontario Parasport Games
Sport Niagara is excited to announce Niagara will welcome athletes, managers, coaches, officials, and volunteers from across Ontario for the 44th Ontario Parasport Games in May 2025.
Short sea shipping can boost economy, reduce emissions
Niagara’s marine advantage could put it at the forefront of fresh shipping strategies with the potential to slash emissions and ease congestion.
Mega Worlds in St. Catharines a spectacular success
St. Catharines has once again shown its ability to host world-class rowing events. Over eight days, St. Catharines welcomed the world for an incredible display of rowing at the 2024 World Rowing Senior, Under 23 and Under 19 Championships, bringing together more than 1,183 athletes from more than 60 countries to compete at the historic Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course.
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