City News & Updates: May 2018
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Spring Branch Collection: May 7 - June 1, 2018
The Niagara Region's annual spring curbside branch collection is available across the region to all residents living in single-family homes and apartments with six units or less. The program runs May 7 through June 1, 2018.
In addition to curbside collection, branches and yard waste can also be dropped off by residents at one of the Region's Waste and Recycling Depots year round, free of charge.
For more information visit niagararegion.ca/waste or call the Waste Info-Line at 905-356-4141 or 1-800-594-5542.
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Ride of Silence: May 16, 2018
On Wednesday May 16th, 2018, The Park in the City Committee will host their 12th annual Ride of Silence bicycle event. The annual free bicycle ride event encourages all residents to take part and ride in honour of severely injured and fallen cyclists. You don’t have to be a serious cyclist to participate and all ages are welcome. You just need a safe bike and a helmet and be comfortable riding along the roadway within our city. The ride is a slow, procession style, approximately 10 km ride, with all cyclists following the rules of the road. This year, the ride will start at 7:00pm at Firemen’s Park. Come early for a free bicycle check compliments of Inception Cyclery.
For further information on this event, please email rc@niagarafalls.ca or call Recreation & Culture at 905-356-7521 ext. 3330.
View more information about the Ride of Silence Event.
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New Hours at Niagara Falls Public Library
As of April 30th, 2018, the Niagara Falls Public Library has changed its hours of operation across all branches throughout the City to offer more consistency and access to services. The changes come in response to 2017 statistics and feedback from public and staff surveys. The changes include earlier opening times, earlier closing times, and extended summer hours.
Pilot projects will also test extended Friday and Sunday hours at the Community Centre Library throughout May and June, and then again in September and October. Victoria Avenue Library will test extended Sunday hours from mid-October through December.
What do you think about these changes? Let us know! Your feedback will help determine whether these extra hours and other schedule changes continue in 2019.
For more information and the new schedules, visit my.niagarafallslibrary.ca.
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National Public Works Week: May 20 - 26, 2018
We may easily take for granted the vital contributions of public works professionals as we go about our daily lives, even though it would be practically impossible to carry on without them. Responsible for building, improving and protecting our nation's transportation, water, waste management, and public buildings, assets, and spaces, their dedicated efforts make our communities sustainable and resilient and our lives richer and safer.
This year marks the 58th Annual National Public Works Week sponsored by the Canadian Public Works Association and the American Public Works Association. For more information on the essential services and capital projects delivered by the City's Building, Municipal Works and Transportation departments, please visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Seed Bombs at Fairview Cemetery: May 23, 2018
The Schools In Bloom Seed Bomb Event, led by Renee Delaney from Small Scale Farms, teaches students about pollinators and their effects on our environment. Seed bombs, handmade balls of mud packed with sunflower seeds, will be prepared and tossed by students along a designated area at the Fairview Cemetery to attract honey bees.
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Public Open House: CN Train Operations Impact Study
The City of Niagara Falls, in partnership with Niagara Region, is undertaking a study of the impact of Canadian National (CN) Railway train operations within the City’s urban boundary. This will include a consideration of impacts on the transportation network, emergency service response, residents, businesses / commerce, environment and safety.
Preliminary recommendations will first explore all feasible opportunities to relocate through freight operations onto other active rail corridors, and secondly by evaluating strategic grade separation candidate sites.
Two public open house events will be held as part of this study. The first Open House was held Thursday April 26, 2018 at the MacBain Community Centre. The second Open House is planned for Thursday, May 31, 2018 to present the preliminary recommendations.
If you cannot attend this meeting but would like further information about this project, please contact the City’s Project Manager, Mathew Bilodeau, at (905) 356-7521 ext. 5204 or mbilodeu@niagarafalls.ca. Alternatively, an online survey is available on the City’s homepage www.niagarafalls.ca. For more information, visit the project page.
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Call to Artists: Niagara Falls Utility Box Art Program
In collaboration with the Department of Recreation and Culture, the Lundy's Lane BIA and the Niagara Falls Public Art Advisory Task Force, the City of Niagara Falls is now accepting submissions for the Niagara Falls Utility Box Art Program.
Qualified local artists and creative teams are invited to submit expressions of interest, along with a portfolio, until May 24, 2018 at 4 PM. Four shortlisted artists will each receive a stipend of $500 to produce a detailed art/design concept. One or two of the designs will be selected and the successful artists will be contracted to finalize the artwork and work with the printers to produce vinyl wraps for eleven utility boxes along Lundy's Lane.
For more information, visit niagarafalls.ca.
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Volunteers Wanted for Canada Day
The City of Niagara Falls is looking for some great volunteers to help out on Canada Day this year. Sign up online or come to the Information & Sign-Up meeting on Monday, May 14 at 3:30 PM at the MacBain Community Centre (7150 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls).
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72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Guide
In Niagara, we are fortunate to live in a very safe part of Canada; however, no place is immune to the possibility of a large-scale emergency. By being prepared for an emergency, you enable first responders to concentrate on assisting people who are the most vulnerable. If a significant emergency does happen in your neighbourhood, it may take emergency service providers some time to reach you. You should be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for a minimum of 72 hours.
The City of Niagara Falls, in partnership with the Niagara Region, has prepared the Niagara Falls 72 Hour Emergency Preparedness Guide (PDF) to help you become better prepared.
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Touch-A-Truck: May 20, 2018
Bring the kids, get up close with a real Niagara Falls Fire Truck, and take a photo with Marshall from Paw Patrol. The Niagara Falls Fire Department Volunteer Recruit Class of 2018 is raising funds for local charities. Bring cash donations for Pathstone Mental Health Organization or non-perishable food items (or purchase pre-packaged food donations at the event) for Project Share. This event runs from 9 AM to 5 PM on Sunday, May 20th. Paw Patrol's Marshall will be on site from 10 AM to 12 noon.
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Photo Contest: Niagara Falls Parks & Trails
Enter your best original photo featuring one of the City's parks or trails for a chance to win! Use hashtag #BENFPLAY on Instagram or Facebook. You could win an afternoon with Mayor Jim Diodati while he tours Operation Awesome Playgrounds.
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Stay in the Know: City Updates
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City of Niagara Falls: Holiday Hours
The City of Niagara Falls Administrative Offices will be closed for the upcoming Victoria Day holiday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday May 22, 2018. Niagara Falls Transit will be operating a holiday schedule. The City wishes everyone a very happy and safe long weekend! Please celebrate responsibly. For more information, visit niagarafalls.ca or call 905-365-7521.
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Breakfast Cereals, Ice Skates & Chalkboards Walking Tour: On Sunday, May 27, 2018 join Sherman Zavitz, the City's Official Historian, for a walk into the past as we explore the centre area of Niagara Falls. Registration is required and is open online. View more information.
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Great Wolf Lodge Annual Charity Car Wash for Kids On Thursday, May 31, 2018 at 10 AM, the Niagara Falls Fire Fighters Association and the Niagara Regional Police Service join Great Wolf Lodge at 3950 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, to raise funds for Camp Bucko and the Special Olympics.
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The Niagara Falls History Museum will explore the theme of water in its first international art exhibition, Water for Life, in the Museum’s Ontario Power Generation Gallery, running May 12 to September 9, 2018. View more information.
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Municipal Election Nominations: The Municipal Election will be held on Monday, October 22, 2018. Anyone who wishes to be a candidate must file a Nomination Paper. The nomination period is now open until July 27th, 2018 at 2:00 PM. Nomination Papers must be obtained and filed with the Regional or Municipal Clerk by 2:00 PM, July 27th, 2018. For more information visit our election page.
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Cycling Amenity Improvements: Niagara Parks has undertaken a series of cycling amenity improvements along the Niagara River Recreation Trail, designed to enhance and promote cycling tourism in Niagara. View more information.
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Garage Sale at the Gale: Vendors Wanted
The City of Niagara Falls Recreation Committee will be hosting the City’s third annual Garage Sale at the Gale to benefit the Activity Subsidy Fund on Saturday, June 23rd, 2018 in the parking lot at the Gale Centre. Vendors are wanted. Space is limited! Register today.
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Fire Calls: April Breakdown: During the month of April, the Niagara Falls Fire Department responded to a total of 472 Fire Calls. Follow @FallsFireCalls on Twitter to learn more.
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Spring/Summer MyCity Guide
The MyCity Guide provides residents with information about services, programs, and organizations in Niagara Falls. The current issue can be picked up at most City facilities or viewed online.
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Niagara Falls Farmers Market
The Niagara Falls Farmers Market is open Saturdays, 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM, year round! Located at 5943 Sylvia Place, near the Main and Ferry intersection, behind the Niagara Falls History Museum. View more information.
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Report a Pothole
Did you find a pothole on a city street? Fill out the Pot Hole form on niagarafalls.ca to report it. It's quick and easy.
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Employment Opportunities
Interested in working for the City of Niagara Falls? Visit the City's Career & Employment section on our website to view current opportunities.
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Let's Talk Niagara Falls
The City's online engagement site allows for the community to contribute ideas and feedback on important City matters! We need your voice Niagara Falls! Register now online at letstalk.niagarafalls.ca
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Save the Date: May Events
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May 16, 2018: Ride of Silence
7:00 PM - Fireman's Park
Join us in the Ride of Silence bicycle ride event on Wednesday, May 16, starting at 7 PM at Firemen’s Park. You just need a safe bike and a helmet and be comfortable riding along the roadway within our city. Come early for a free bicycle check compliments of Inception Cyclery.
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May 20, 2018: Touch-A-Truck
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Zehrs Markets (6940 Morrison Street, Niagara Falls)
Fundraiser in support of Project Share and Pathstone Mental Health Organization. Hosted by the Niagara Falls Volunteer Recruit Class of 2018. Kids can get up close with a real fire truck and, between 10 AM and 12 noon, meet and take a photo with special guest, Marshall from Paw Patrol.
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May 27, 2018: Breakfast Cereals, Ice Skates & Chalkboards Walking Tour
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM - Centre Area of Niagara Falls
join Sherman Zavitz, the City's Official Historian, for a walk into the past as we explore the centre area of Niagara Falls. Registration is required and is open online. View more information.
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May 31, 2018: Public Open House - CN Train Operations Impact Study
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. - MacBain Community Centre
The City, in partnership with Niagara Region, is undertaking a study of the impact of CN Railway train operations within the City’s urban boundary. Join us on Thursday, May 31, for the 2nd Open House to present the preliminary recommendations. For more information, visit the project page.
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