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Port Colborne to celebrate Earth Day with free tree giveaway

Posted on Wednesday, April 09, 2025 09:49 AM

Port Colborne is going green for Earth Day with the return of the City’s free tree giveaway.

The first-come, first-served event begins at 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 17, supplying 500 free trees and 100 free seed packs to Port Colborne residents. The event takes place in Market Square, located at 59 Charlotte St. There is a limit of two trees per household.

This year, residents can look forward to a variety of tree species (while supplies last), including:

  • Bur oak
  • Red maple
  • Silver maple
  • White birch

Shop Local

Niagara unites, encourages all to Shop, Support and Share Local

Posted on Friday, April 04, 2025 02:44 PM

In response to the challenges posed by shifting U.S. tariffs, the City of Port Colborne, in collaboration with Niagara Region and the other 11 local municipalities, is encouraging residents to Shop, Support and Share Local.

This Proudly Local initiative supports similar efforts from across the country designed to stimulate local economies and ignite pride in buying local and supporting local businesses.

In addition, the initiative reminds Port Colborne residents that local shops, services,...

City Hall News - April 2025

Posted on Wednesday, April 02, 2025 09:36 AM

Here’s what you will find in our April edition of City Hall News:

  • A message from the Mayor.
  • April events
  • March Recap 
  • Community Engagement Opportunities 
  • Easter in Port Colborne
  • Council Corner 

Interactive Magazine  

Council Recap

Council Meeting Recap - March 25, 2025

Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 04:25 PM

Proclamations

6.1 Mayor Steele proclaimed Wednesday, April 2 as World Autism Day while committing to embrace awareness and acceptance today and every day throughout the year.

Mayor’s Report

Mayor Steele discussed a visit from Niagara Centre Member of Parliament Vance Badawey to announce the City receiving $19.2 million to improve water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure. He spoke about the Top Hat Ceremony, which was held Monday, March 24 to celebrate the spring opening of the Welland Canal...

backyard chickens

City of Port Colborne seeking community feedback on allowing backyard chickens within the urban area

Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 12:01 PM

The City of Port Colborne is asking residents for their input on whether backyard chickens should be allowed within the urban boundary in Port Colborne. A survey to obtain public feedback regarding backyard chickens within the urban boundary and the reasons for allowing or not allowing them can be found below.  

Keeping small-flock poultry, also known as backyard chickens, is often valued for providing fresh eggs, companionship, and a stronger connection to local food sources. However, there are...