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Bridge Closure - June 1 - 2

Bridge 21, the Clarence Street Bridge, will be closed to all traffic on Tuesday, June 1 & Wednesday, June 2, 2021 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The community bus traveling across the canal will be free to riders during this time.

Please visit the Bridge Status page for more information.

Port Colborne bridge closure updates from the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway System site.

Ontario Accelerates Rollout of Second Shots Targeting a Two-Dose Summer

Ontario has reached a key milestone in its fight against COVID-19, having achieved its target to administer first doses to 65 per cent of Ontarians aged 18 and over ahead of schedule. Ontario is also preparing to roll out the eligibility for accelerated second dose appointments starting with individuals aged 80 and over, beginning on May 31, 2021. If there is sufficient vaccine supply, it is anticipated that the majority of Ontario residents who choose to receive the vaccine will be able to be fully...

Lockview Park Redevelopment Virtual Open House

The City of Port Colborne is seeking resident input on the redevelopment of Lockview Park. Residents are invited to participate in a virtual open house, where they can ask questions and hear updates. The first virtual open house is happening next Wednesday, June 2 at 6:30 p.m. 

If residents are interested in participating at the virtual public open house, they are asked to email lockviewpark@portcolborne.ca. City staff will provide more instructions and a Zoom link. 

Residents...

Annual community grant program accepting second-round of applications

The City of Port Colborne’s community grant program is now accepting the second-round of applications from non-profit organizations. 

As approved at the Nov. 23, 2020 Council Meeting, the community grant program will increase by 20 per cent. This year the grant committee will distribute more than $35,000 to non-profit organizations, charitable organizations, and service organizations that benefit the citizens of Port Colborne and enhance the quality of the community, especially during a pandemic.

Organizations...

Community Living Month

In honour of Community Living Month, Mayor Steele helped raise the Community Living Port Colborne-Wainfleet flag today, Thursday, May 27. 

Community Living Port Colborne Wainfleet as well as all Community Living associations across Ontario celebrate Community Living month during the month of May each year, promoting true inclusion, empowering and supporting people with intellectual/developmental disabilities to achieve their desired quality of life.

For more information on Community Living...