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No Hot Dogs, Just Cool Cats

No Hot Dogs, Just Cool Cats

Posted Jul 24th, 2017 in Awareness

A reminder of #nohotpets after last week's incident in Niagara where a French Bulldog had to be rescued from a hot pickup truck in St. Catharines

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UPDATE:  FOUND - 13 Year Old Female From St. Catharines

UPDATE: FOUND - 13 Year Old Female From St. Catharines

Posted Jul 15th, 2017 in Awareness, NRP

Grace Johnson was reported missing on Friday July 14th 2017 and it is believed that she has ties to St. Catharines and Welland and possibly the City of London.

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Full Disclosure in Booking Summer Vacations

Full Disclosure in Booking Summer Vacations

Posted Jul 12th, 2017 in Awareness, Programs, Holidays

Ontario has taken steps to help people make informed decisions when booking travel by increasing consumer protection and transparency. As of January 1, 2017, Ontario travel agents and wholesalers are now required to display the total cost, including all taxes and fees, in any advertisements that include price of travel.

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St. Catharines begins work on transportation master plan

St. Catharines begins work on transportation master plan

Posted Jul 11th, 2017 in Cycling in Niagara, Municipal, Awareness, Programs, Culture, st. catharines

“Transportation is about more than just cars and streets,” said Brian Applebee, manager of transportation services for the City. “It’s about providing alternative and sustainable ways to connect residents to the places they need to go, both within the city and beyond our borders.”

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Volunteers Wanted for Welland Floatfest

Volunteers Wanted for Welland Floatfest

Posted Jul 8th, 2017 in Festivals and Events, Awareness, Careers / Jobs

Help make history on July 30th as a volunteer at Welland Floatfest as they try for a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ official attempt for the longest line of water inflatables title. 

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  Supporting Early Intervention for Babies at Risk of Developing Permanent Hearing Loss

Supporting Early Intervention for Babies at Risk of Developing Permanent Hearing Loss

Posted Jul 7th, 2017 in Awareness, Programs

"About 2 to 3 babies in 1000 are born with permanent hearing loss. Finding hearing loss in the very young and providing comprehensive intervention is extremely important to the growth, development and success of these children."

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eTicketing Initiative started in Niagara Region

eTicketing Initiative started in Niagara Region

Posted Jul 5th, 2017 in Municipal, Awareness, Programs, NRP

The new pilot system offers many benefits, including reducing the margin of human error as well as the amount of administrative burden involved in the process for both Niagara Regional Police staff and court staff.

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Fireworks & Campfire Safety this Canada Day weekend

Fireworks & Campfire Safety this Canada Day weekend

Posted Jun 28th, 2017 in Municipal, Festivals and Events, Awareness, st. catharines

St. Catharines Fire Chief Dave Wood cautions revelers to be safe and follow the City’s rules for using fireworks and backyard cookouts.

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Niagara drivers asked to focus on the road

Niagara drivers asked to focus on the road

Posted Jun 23rd, 2017 in Awareness, Programs

Whether you are a novice or experienced driver, this interactive event will teach you how to stay focused, said Seaway Mall's President, Mike Belcastro.

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Celebrate Ontario's 150th Anniversary with the 2017 Fun Pass

Celebrate Ontario's 150th Anniversary with the 2017 Fun Pass

Posted Jun 22nd, 2017 in Awareness, Programs, Sports and Recreation

Fun Pass booklets are being given to children in participating school boards and private schools across the province this month. Ontario parents can also access the Fun Pass online at Ontario.ca/funpass.

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