Welcome to the City of St. Catharines
On behalf of the City of St. Catharines, its citizens and its businesses, it is my pleasure to introduce you to our beautiful city, "The Heart of Niagara." As you peruse the pages of the City of St. Catharines web site, you will become acquainted with the distinctive form and character of our city.
St. Catharines location is unique in that it is ideal for both business and tourism alike. Easy access to the major markets of Toronto and the United States is just one of the many reasons businesses choose to situate in our city. The City of St. Catharines takes pride in its efforts to maintain an environment that nurtures both new and established businesses.
Tourism is a growing industry in St. Catharines, as an increasing number of tourists flock to our citys sights and events and use our location as a springboard to nearby attractions. Our many rowing events, the Folk Arts Festival and the famous Grape and Wine Festival are only a few of the many occasions St Catharines celebrates with enthusiasm each year.
As a place to reside, St. Catharines offers a well-rounded community package for families, single and retirement living. With its diverse and welcoming communities, superior schools and extensive transit system, St. Catharines has Big City amenities with a Small Town flavour.
St. Catharines commitment to maintaining our exceptional standards for residents, visitors and commerce alike is evident through the pages Community-Based Strategic Plan on this web site.
So when you have finished reading about our city, plan to visit us. And plan on being impressed!
Sincerely,
Timothy H. Rigby
