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Port Colborne Calls for Evidence-Based, Community-Informed Approach to Niagara Governance Review

The City of Port Colborne has formally communicated its position to the Province of Ontario regarding the ongoing discussion about municipal governance in Niagara. In a letter sent to Premier Doug Ford this morning, Mayor William Steele confirmed that Port Colborne does not support municipal amalgamation and instead supports a careful, evidence-based governance review.

“Port Colborne is a strong and independent community with real momentum,” said Mayor William Steele. “Forced amalgamation is...

Niagara Mayors Present Governance Reform Agenda to Premier Ford

Eight municipalities unite behind a concrete plan to modernize regional governance, cut duplication, and keep taxes low for residents

The Mayors of Thorold, West Lincoln, Port Colborne, Fort Erie, Grimsby, Pelham, Niagara-on-the-Lake, and Wainfleet today delivered a joint letter to Premier Doug Ford presenting a clear agenda to modernize governance and service delivery in Niagara. The mayors are moving decisively to address the number of politicians, strengthen efficiency, eliminate duplication,...

Port Colborne is now a Next Generation 911 community

Residents of the City of Port Colborne now benefit from Next Generation 911 (NG911), a major advancement in emergency communications technology delivered through Port Colborne’s fire dispatch provider, St. Catharines Fire Services. 

The successful launch of NG911 by St. Catharines Fire Services enhances emergency call handling for the 36 municipalities it serves across Ontario, including Port Colborne. The Ontario government, through the Solicitor General has provided $4,016,982 in funding to...

Council Meeting Recap - February 24, 2026

Presentations

7.1 Indigenous Relations Advisor Brian Kon delivered a presentation regarding Indigenous Colonial Relations.

Delegations

8.1 Aaron Butler from NPG Planning Solutions Inc. delegated on item 11.3 c

8.2 Maureen Anthes from 25 Third Avenue provided a written delegation on item 11.3 c

Mayor’s Report

Mayor Steele spoke about discussions regarding potential changes to regional governance in Niagara, including the possibility of amalgamation following the letter from Niagara Regional Chair Bob...

City of Port Colborne wins 2026 Municipality of the Year award

The City of Port Colborne is celebrating provincial recognition after being named the 2026 Municipality of the Year (Population Under 50,000) by Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO).

Presented at the annual FEO Awards Gala on Feb. 25, the award recognizes municipalities that demonstrate exceptional leadership in supporting local festivals and community events. Port Colborne stands out among similarly sized municipalities for its vibrant, year-round programming that celebrates the City’s culture,...