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The LocalSKIM for Friday, June 18
St. Catharines Mayor Walter Sendzik is concerned with a corporation’s plan to purchase $1 billion worth of single-family homes and turn them into rental properties. Sendzik said it could erode the affordability for young families to purchase a home and also threatens to drive up rental costs. (St. Catharines Standard) The Niagara Region is testing […]
Region commits $44.5 million to support new South Niagara hospital
Niagara Regional Council has committed $44.5 million in principle to support the South Niagara hospital’s local share funding portion. The payment will follow the opening of the new hospital and is paid over several years through tax levies. The local share is the portion of funding for which a hospital is responsible for and includes […]
St. Catharines recognized with creative award for its COVID-19 recovery strategy
The City of St. Catharines has received an award for its COVID-19 recovery strategy. To adapt to the challenges brought forth by the COVID-19 pandemic, the City developed a strategic plan to ensure that the safety of residents, businesses and employees are kept a priority, while services, programs and operations return to full capacity. Known […]
St. Catharines approves Cultural Investment Program funding
St. Catharines City Council approved $289,715 in St. Catharines Cultural Investment Program (SCCIP) funding 16 applicants will share $10,715 for the Culture Days Activity Program. Culture Days takes place Sept. 24 to Oct. 24. and is a nation-wide annual event that promotes free access to arts, heritage and culture experiences. $279,000 is being allocated to […]