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City of Niagara Falls Updates
City of Niagara Falls, Sparkle Awards, presented by NPEI
City of Niagara Falls Sparkle Awards
Sparkle Map and Voting Now Available!
The City of Niagara Falls' annual Sparkle Awards presented by NPEI highlights local properties with spectacular outdoor holiday lighting displays. The 2021 Sparkle Map is now available, providing residents with an easy way to view this year's participating homes. Voting is now open until December 20. All entries will be eligible to win one of five prize packs courtesy of NPEI (by random draw) and one of ten $100 People's Choice awards. Learn more at niagarafalls.ca
 
New park proposed at Lundy's Lane OPG Parkette
New Park Proposed | Lundy's Lane OPG Parkette
Have your say, Niagara Falls!
The City of Niagara Falls is seeking public feedback on the draft conceptual design for a new park on the north side of Lundy’s Lane, adjacent to the Ontario Power Generation (OPG) canal. The overall goal is to create a unique public recreation space within the Lundy’s Lane Business Improvement Area that displays the City’s history of power generation and celebrates the areas’ natural heritage features. We want to hear from you! Feedback on the conceptual design will be received until December 17, 2021. To have your say and to learn more, visit letstalk.niagarafalls.ca
 
Think, shop, buy local. Couple outside, holding presents
Shop Local this Holiday Season
buylocal.niagarafallsbusiness.ca
Shopping local this holiday season is a great way to support our Niagara Falls businesses! With the holiday season now in full swing, it's more important than ever to keep our small businesses top of mind when tackling our shopping lists. Explore local businesses of all types and services at buylocal.niagarafallsbusiness.ca. 
 
Indoor walking track at the Gale Centre
Indoor Walking Tracks 
Available by Reservation Only 
The City of Niagara Falls takes pride in helping to keep our community healthy and active. We encourage residents to make use of our indoor walking tracks during the colder winter months. Both tracks are now available, free of charge at the MacBain Community Centre (7150 Montrose Road) and the Gale Centre (5152 Thorold Stone Road). Reservations are required and are subject to COVID-19 capacity limits. Learn more at niagarafalls.ca
 
Headshot of Kira Dolch
New Director of Planning, Building and Development
Welcome, Kira Dolch!
The City of Niagara Falls is pleased to announce the appointment of Kira Dolch as the Director of Planning, Building and Development, effective January 17, 2022. Ms. Dolch joins the City following the retirement of Alex Herlovitch after his thirty years of exemplary service to our community. Learn more about Kira Dolch at niagarafalls.ca
 
Diverse group of individuals, smiling at the camera
Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
Now Accepting Applications
We're currently seeking applications from residents for two vacancies on the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee. As a member, you will be able to provide advice to City Council and contribute to the development of initiatives that help enhance Niagara Falls' quality of life. Learn more and apply online at niagarafalls.ca by January 31, 2022.
 
Volunteers Needed at Maple Street Park Outdoor Rink
Volunteers Needed!
Maple Street Park Outdoor Rink
We're looking for neighbourhood volunteers to help us monitor and maintain our outdoor rink at Maple Street Park throughout the winter season. We provide training and some equipment (bring your own shovel/scraper). If you are able to lend a helping hand, please submit an application online at niagarafalls.ca
 
Couple cooking safely, during the holidays
12 Days of Holiday Safety
Niagara Falls Fire Department
This holiday season, the Niagara Falls Fire Department would like to remind everyone to take extra precautions in staying safe. Remember these 12 days of holiday safety tips:
  1. Water fresh trees daily
  2. Check all sets of lights before decorating
  3. Make sure you have working smoke alarms
  4. Make sure you have working carbon monoxide alarms
  5. Make sure everyone knows how to get out safely if a fire occurs
  6. Use extension cords wisely
  7. Give space heaters space
  8. When you go out, blow out the candles
  9. Keep matches and lighters out of sight and reach of children
  10. Watch what you heat - Always stay in the kitchen while cooking. 
  11. Encourage smokers to smoke outside
  12. There is more to responsible drinking than taking a cab home
For more holiday safety information, follow the Niagara Falls Fire Department on Facebook
 
Public art outside of Niagara Falls City Hall, on a winter day
Holiday Closures
City of Niagara Falls
City of Niagara Falls administrative offices will be closed on the following dates:
  • Monday, December 27, 2021
  • Tuesday, December 28, 2021
  • Wednesday, December 29, 2021
  • Thursday, December 30, 2021
  • Friday December 31, 2021
Even when administrative offices are closed, the City is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to respond to emergency situations. During the holiday closure, or after regular business hours, please call 905-356-1355 in the event of a municipal service related emergency. To view a full list of City facility holiday hours, visit niagarafalls.ca
 
Niagara Falls Music Live, December 27 to January 1, 6 Nights, 20 Venues and 75+ Events
Niagara Falls Music Live
6 Nights. 20 Venues. 75+ Events
The Niagara Falls Music Live celebration features a diverse line-up of local, Ontario and Canadian artists and bands, taking live music in Niagara Falls to a whole new level. From jazz and blues to rock and after dark DJ Parties, music lovers can experience an extraordinary array of live entertainment every night of the week this holiday season, from December 27 to January 1.

Highlights include:
  • 6 Nights. 20 Venues. 75+ Live Music Performances.
  • All-Canadian line-up of artists
  • Minimum of 10 live performances per night at hotel ballrooms restaurants and bars, Convention Centre
  • 13 New Year’s Eve events, including an indoor concert at the Scotiabank Convention Centre featuring Blue Rodeo
Tickets are now on sale. View more information at musiclive.ca
 
Tim Hicks with Loverboy, Poesy, Jeremie Albino, January 20, 2022
Rise with Glowing Hearts Concert
Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games
On January 20, Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games will be celebrating 200 days to go until the games commence. To celebrate, tickets are now on sale for a Rise with Glowing Hearts Concert, headlined by Niagara Falls native Tim Hicks, with special guests Loverboy, POESY and Jeremie Albino. Tickets are now available to purchase.
 
Winter festival of lights display.
Winter Festival of Lights
Nightly Until February 21, 2022
Presented by Ontario Power Generation, the Winter Festival of Lights is on now! Enjoy Canada’s foremost illumination festival in Niagara Falls and capture the magic of the holiday. The lights are on nightly until February 21, 2022. Visit wfol.com for more information.
 
Celebrate safely - wishing you a Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas, Niagara Falls
Plan for a Safe Holiday Season
Over the coming weeks, many residents will be celebrating holidays and gatherings with loved ones. These events and gatherings have the potential to increase the risk of COVID-19 transmission, especially for the vulnerable. Vaccines are safe, effective and the best way to help protect yourself, your loved ones and your community from the spread of COVID-19. Take the time this holiday season to get your first or second dose of the vaccine if you haven’t already, or your booster dose if eligible. Keep up to date on all regulations and learn more at ontario.ca
 
Christmas tree on the side of the road, waiting for collection
Christmas Tree Collection: January 10 - 14
Christmas tree collection will take place on your regular collection day during the week of January 10 - 14, 2022. Artificial trees are not collected. Use the large item collection service to dispose of artificial trees. Be sure to remove ALL decorations. Do not bag your tree and, for the safety of collection workers, do not stick it inside or on top of any snow banks. For more information, please visit niagararegion.ca.
Niagara Region Collection Changes
Garbage, Recycling and Organics Collection
This year, there are no changes to waste collection for households due to Christmas Day or New Year's Day.
Please remember, all materials must be at the curb by 7 a.m. on your designated collection day. Learn more at niagararegion.ca
Access to City of Niagara Falls facilities, exterior of City Hall
Access to City Facilities
Access to City of Niagara Falls facilities requires proof of vaccination for those 12 and older. For details, please visit niagarafalls.ca/covid19
Player walking into the Gale Centre
New Rules and Protocols for Arenas
New health and safety rules and protocols are now in effect at the Gale Centre and Chippawa Arena. View details.
Bid opportunities
All City of Niagara Falls Bid Opportunities can be accessed online, at niagarafalls.ca/bids.
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