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City of Niagara Falls Interactive Winter Guide
Explore Our Local Winter Wonderland
This winter, bundle up and get outside to exercise and explore our beautiful city! Outdoor skating, tobogganing and endless trails are just a few of the amenities the City of Niagara Falls has to offer.
Explore all of this and more on the Interactive Winter Guide.
Visit niagarafalls.ca/living/winter to discover the possibilities.
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2022 Water/Wastewater Rates
Changes to Water & Sewer Rates Effective January 1, 2022
Water and Sewer Rates in the City of Niagara Falls have changed effective January 1, 2022. Please visit the Water Rate Card on the website for more details.
Did you know you can now access your water and property tax account through MyCity Dashboard? Simply create a profile and add your water account information for immediate access to view your information.
Visit the Water Billing FAQ section on our website for more information, or contact us at 905-356-7521 ext 4347.
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Career Opportunities at the City of Niagara Falls
Are you a professional and passionate person looking to help shape our community, or do you know someone who is?
The City of Niagara Falls is currently hiring for the following positions:
- Municipal Works - Engineering
- Infrastructure Services Program Supervisor - Closing February 11, 2022
- Asset Management Programs Supervisor - Closing February 25, 2022
- Municipal Works - Operations
- Manager of Water and Wastewater - Closing February 25, 2022
- Finance- Information Systems
- Web Services Administrator - Closing February 18, 2022
- Accounting Supervisor - Closing February 25, 2022
- Recreation & Culture
- Aquatic Assistant - Closing February 25, 2022
- Lifeguards & Swim Instructors - Closing February 25, 2022
- Transportation Services
- Part-time School Crossing Guard - Closing December 31, 2022
- Various
- Labourers/ Truck Drivers - Closing February 25, 2022
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Facility & Service Updates
With key public health indicators starting to show signs of improvement, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, released details of steps to cautiously and gradually ease public health measures.
In keeping with these steps, the following City of Niagara Falls facility and services are currently open to fully vaccinated individuals:
City Administrative Facilities
Niagara Falls City Hall and the MacBain Community Centre Customer Service desk are open for bill payment without an appointment, but with proof of vaccination. At both of these locations and the WEGO Transit Facility, all other services remain available, however an appointment is recommended. In certain circumstances, alternative service delivery may be accommodated.
Gale Centre Area
The Gale Centre, located at 5152 Thorold Stone Road, is open daily from 6:30 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. for ice bookings and recreational skates.
Indoor Walking Tracks
The MacBain Community Centre walking track is available to book between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Reservations can be made on the City's online booking site, ACTIVE Net.
The Gale Centre indoor walking track is open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors are required to check-in upon arrival, but reservations are not required.
Niagara Falls History Museum
The Niagara Falls History Museum, located at 5810 Ferry Street, reopened on Thursday, February 3, 2022 with revised days of operation.
It is anticipated that older adults programming at MacBain Community Centre will resume on February 14th with details to follow.
We look forward to seeing you in a safe and welcome environment.
For more information please visit niagarafalls.ca/covid19
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COVID-19 Vaccinations
Walk-ins and appointments are now available for Niagara Region Public Health Vaccination Clinics. Eligible residents can walk-in, or book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination either online through the provincial portal at Ontario.ca/bookvaccine, or by calling the provincial booking system at 1-833-943-3900.
Where
Clinic hours vary by location – please visit the clinic schedule webpage for full details.
- Feb. 7-12 – St. Catharines, Pen Centre (across from Old Navy)
- Feb. 9-11 – Port Colborne Visitor Information Centre
- Feb. 12 – Wainfleet, St. Elizabeth Catholic Elementary School
- Feb. 13 – Port Colborne, McKay Public School
- Feb. 13-21 – Niagara Falls, Canada One Outlet Mall (beside Urban Kids)
Who
- Those 18+ are eligible for a first, second, and booster dose
- Those 5+ are eligible for a first and second dose
For further details about eligibility and intervals between doses, please visit niagararegion.ca/covid-vaccine.
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Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games
Torchbearer Nominations Now Open
Be a part of the movement. Represent the City of Niagara Falls next summer in the lead up to the Niagara 2022 Canada Summer Games by applying to take part in the Torch Relay!
Please submit your application or nomination by March 31. Successful nominees will be contacted afterwards. We look forward to reading your submissions!
Visit niagara2022games.ca to learn more!
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S'more Fun Days are Back!
Tobogganing and more at Firemen's Park
Join us for a fire pit, s’mores, hot chocolate, children’s activities and more at Firemen's Park (2275 Dorchester Road) this February 19, 2022 between 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Please note that if the weather conditions do not permit for tobogganing, the event will be postponed. The event is free of charge, while quantities last. Toboggans not included.
For more information visit niagarafalls.ca or call 905-356-7521 ext. 3330.
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Sidewalk Snow Clearing
We Want to Hear From You
The City of Niagara Falls is launching its online Sidewalk Snow Removal Survey to help measure and better understand the needs and opinions of residents related to sidewalk snow removal during the winter months.
We will be considering impacts to inclusiveness, accessibility, and the financial implications of any changes and need your feedback!
Please visit letstalk.niagarafalls.ca for more information.
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Election Voting Methods
How Would You Like to Vote in the 2022 Election?
We would like to hear from you about how you want to vote in the 2022 Municipal and School Board Election! The City is considering voting methods that allow a voter to cast their ballot through methods such as vote by mail, vote by phone, and internet voting. Your feedback will help us make voting easier for residents and ensure flexibility for any future COVID-19 restrictions.
Visit letstalk.niagarafalls.ca/election-voting-methods to participate in our public survey, and learn more.
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South Niagara Falls Wastewater Solutions
Niagara Region is planning ahead by working with the Cities of Niagara Falls and Thorold on an important study for a new wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) in
South Niagara Falls.
Public Information Centre #4 will be held on Wednesday, Feb 9th from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Zoom. For more information visit niagararegion.ca
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Niagara Official Plan Virtual Public Information Centre: Natural Environment Systems
A virtual public information centre will be held on February 10, 2022 at 06:30 p.m. to discuss the Natural Environment Systems as they relate to the new Niagara Official Plan.
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Niagara Falls Museums Exhibition
A Woman's Work Is Never Done seeks to celebrate the diversity of women’s roles within the labour force. For details, please visit niagarafallsmuseums.ca
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Niagara Falls Museums Virtual Scavenger Hunt
The Museum will not be open for Family Day in 2022; however, the yearly scavenger hunt has gone virtual! Check out the Spring Break Scavenger Hunt here.
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T. Roy Adams Humanitarian of the Year Award
Nominations are now open for the T. Roy Adams Humanitarian of the Year Award. Do you know a resident of Niagara who shares the spirit of volunteerism and community services of late Councillor T. Roy Adams?
Learn more about the award at niagararegion.ca.
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Niagara Parks Black History Speaker Series
The Black History Speaker Series explores the power of the Black community in Niagara. Join Dr. Dann Broyld for his session Black and in the Niagara Borderlands Before the Civil War, February 23, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Visit niagaraparks.com to get your tickets.
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Winter Birding Family Day Fun
Heartland Forest wants to see your best mixed media art for a contest and draw taking place this coming Family Day. Draw, paint, or sculpt a bird at home and submit your work by email to enter to win one of three prizes. Fore more information visit heartlandforest.org.
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Coldest Night of the Year
Join Project Share for the Coldest Night of the Year, a family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Walk or join virtually February 26, 2022. Visit cnoy.org to sign up!
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