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St. Catharines is a city that offers many amenities and opportunities to its residents. It is a place known for its friendliness, charm and pride — characteristics that stem from its identity as The Garden City.
Learn about the history of the City of St. Catharines and explore how our community has grown from a relatively small settlement to a major industrial and commercial city in Ontario. Early settlers. St. Catharines was settled by approximately 3,000 United Empire Loyalists at the end of the eighteenth century.
St. Catharines has a variety of attractions for you to explore. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just visiting, there is so much to see and do. You can learn about the City's rich history and heritage , explore our vibrant culture and arts scene or explore the natural beauty of our parks, trails, and beaches .
The City of St. Catharines was an important site for early abolitionists and formerly enslaved people escaping slavery through the Underground Railroad.
Come celebrate the best of each season in the City of St. Catharines! We bring experiences, culture, food and adventure to you with diverse festivals and special events happening across our community.
The City of St. Catharines maintains three beaches and associated park lands for residents and visitors to enjoy. Our popular beach amenities include picnic areas, swimming, walking trails, playgrounds, volleyball courts, a boat launch and more.
The Corporation of the City of St. Catharines is made up of multiple primary departments, each with different divisions and responsibilities. All staff, members of Council and volunteers work toward the City's shared mission and vision. Contact us if you have an inquiry with one of our departments. Mission
The City of St. Catharines Noise By-law addresses issues such as persistent noise created by construction, combustible motors, barking dogs, whining or calling of domestic animals, music and yelling. Submit a complaint
World-class arts and entertainment live in downtown St. Catharines at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre. Opened by the City in 2015, the 95,000-square-foot cultural complex and the programs it delivers are operated by its own, independent board.
The City of St. Catharines offers a diverse variety of recreation programs, available for residents and visitors to enjoy all year-round. We offer drop-in recreation programs for residents of all ages at City community centres. Learn more about our swimming lessons, offered to residents of all ages.
