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Ontario Marine Strategy will boost Welland Canal cities, business

Ontario Marine Strategy will boost Welland Canal cities, business

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The Provincial Government’s plan to grow Ontario’s marine transport network over the next decade entails creating new jobs and trade opportunities, building on Ontario’s leadership role in the marine transportation sector. The plan aims to draw more workers to the sector and strengthen links between ships and other forms of transportation, while steering the sector towards more environmentally sustainable technologies.

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Ontario welcomes $107 million manufacturing investment by Heddle Shipyards

Ontario welcomes $107 million manufacturing investment by Heddle Shipyards

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Heddle Shipyards is investing over $107 million to tackle complex Vessel Life Extension (VLE) projects at the company’s Port Weller Dry Docks in St. Catharines and create 30 new, good-paying jobs.

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Apply now for FedDev's Tourism Growth Program

Apply now for FedDev's Tourism Growth Program

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Applications are now open for FedDev's Tourism Growth Program in southern Ontario. The program will support businesses and organizations that bring visitors to our region. By developing local tourism attractions and experiences, they are positioning Canada as an all-seasons destination of choice.

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St. Catharines rowing centre recognized with international architecture award

St. Catharines rowing centre recognized with international architecture award

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Congratulations to Raimondo + Associates Architects Inc., MJMA Architecture & Design and the entire team that designed and developed the Neil Campbell Rowing Centre in St. Catharines that was recently recognized with a 2023 Architecture Prize from the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities.

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Apply now for the RAISE grant program

Apply now for the RAISE grant program

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Apply now for the Ontario government’s Racialized and Indigenous Supports for Entrepreneurs (RAISE) 2.0 grant program.

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2024 World Rowing Championships providing opportunities for businesses in St. Catharines

2024 World Rowing Championships providing opportunities for businesses in St. Catharines

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The 2024 World Rowing Championships is scheduled to take place at the historic Royal Canadian Henley Rowing Course from August 18-25, 2024 and is estimated to attract thousands to St. Catharines, creating opportunities for local businesses. All Niagara businesses are invited to an information session Wednesday, November 22 in St. Catharines to learn more about how they can be a part this exciting event.

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Two St. Catharines homebuilders have been recognized as leaders in Ontario

Two St. Catharines homebuilders have been recognized as leaders in Ontario

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Two St. Catharines homebuilders have been recognized as leaders in the industry by the Ontario Home Builders Association (OBHA) with 2023 Awards of Distinction.

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Useful Apps for Small Businesses

Useful Apps for Small Businesses

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Happy Small Business Week! check out these digital tools and apps recommended by Celina Spanos, Digital Service Squad Co-ordinator at the City of St. Catharines, to help take your small business to the next level.

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filmstc.ca wins national marketing award

filmstc.ca wins national marketing award

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The City is receiving praise from peers from across the country for its exceptional work promoting St. Catharines as a destination for film, TV, and streaming production to capitalize on the recent unprecedented growth of the industry in Ontario.

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Funding Opportunity Tourism Partnership of Niagara

Funding Opportunity Tourism Partnership of Niagara

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The Tourism Partnership of Niagara (TPN) is offering two exciting funding opportunities to individual tourism operators in St. Catharines and Niagara.

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