City of Port Colborne

09/04/2026

FARMERS' MARKET | Our Elections Team is at the Farmers' Market this morning, and we’ll be back every Friday leading up to Election Day to help residents get ready to vote.

Stop by and learn more about:
➡️ How voting works and the voting method being used
➡️ When you can vote and the voting period
➡️ New ward boundaries and what they mean for your neighbourhood

Have a question about the 2026 Municipal Election? Our Elections Team will be happy to help!

📅 Election Day: Monday, October 26, 2026

We’ll see you at the Market!

09/03/2026

MOONLIGHT FLICKS RESCHEDULED | Due to the possibility of inclement weather, tonight’s Moonlight Flicks event has been rescheduled.

The new date is Friday, September 25 at dusk.

We’ll also have a rain alternate location in the gym at the Vale Health & Wellness Centre if needed. Please keep an eye on our social media on the day of the event for updates if the weather is questionable and to confirm the event location.

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you on September 25!

09/03/2026

LABOUR DAY 📅 | Long weekend loading… Labour Day is coming up this Monday, September 7. Before making your plans, check out what’s open and closed in Port Colborne:

🏢 Administrative Buildings
Municipal Offices will be closed on Monday, September 7. Officers will reopen on Tuesday, September 8 at 8:30 a.m.

📚 Port Colborne Public Library
The Port Colborne Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 7. Regular operating hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8.

👟 Vale Health & Wellness Centre
Open from 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

🏋️ YMCA of Niagara
Open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy the final long weekend of summer, Port Colborne!

09/03/2026

Are you an experienced professional in accounting, auditing, law, election administration or public administration?

Apply to join the Niagara Election Compliance Audit Committee for a four-year term starting in November 2026.

Help review municipal election campaign finance matters and contribute to fair and transparent elections in Niagara.

📅 Apply by Friday, Sept. 11 at 4 p.m.

Learn more about the committee, eligibility requirements and how to apply at https://bit.ly/4xUIHV3.

09/03/2026

TOURISM ACCELERATOR GRANT | The City of Port Colborne’s Tourism Accelerator Grant (TAG) program is now accepting applications for its second intake.

Made possible by the Municipal Accommodation Tax, the TAG program has an annual allocation of $25,000 to invest in eligible projects. Limited funding remains available for this second intake.

Funding will be available for projects occurring between January 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026.

Applications for tourism events or festivals must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the start date, or by the application deadline — whichever comes first.

Completed applications are due by 5 p.m. on September 16, 2026.

Visit www.portcolborne.ca/TourismAcceleratorGrant to learn more.

09/02/2026

CNP is currently monitoring a severe weather event following Environment Canada's alert for Severe Thunderstorm.

Please remember to stay safe and never approach fallen power lines, wait for trained technicians to arrive. If you experience a power outage or need to report an emergency, call 1-844-501-WIRE (9473). Thank you. Town of Fort Erie, City of Port Colborne

Stay updated:
CNP Outage Map: https://ow.ly/y1RC50XLwan

Fort Erie:
Environment Canada - https://ow.ly/Ucqa50XLwao
The Weather Network - https://ow.ly/KEyT50XLwap

Port Colborne
Environment Canada - https://ow.ly/px9l50XLwam
The Weather Network - https://ow.ly/Grlw50XLwaq

09/02/2026

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING ⚠️ | Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the area.

A line of extremely dangerous thunderstorms is moving quickly eastward at approximately 100 km/h, with radar-estimated winds potentially reaching 150 km/h.

The storms may bring:
• Destructive wind gusts
• Loonie to ping pong ball-sized hail
• Heavy rainfall
• Potential tornadoes

These storms could cause significant damage to buildings, trees and utilities, as well as life-threatening injuries. Driving conditions may become extremely dangerous, and prolonged or widespread power outages are possible.

Residents are urged to take shelter immediately and remain indoors until the storm has passed. Stay away from windows and avoid unnecessary travel.

Continue to monitor Environment Canada for the latest warnings and updates.

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

2026 ELECTION🗳️ | Are you on the Voters' List for the 2026 Muncipal and School Board Election?

Checking your information is a small step with a big impact! It helps ensure you receive your voter instructions and avoid delays at the polls on election day. As of Tuesday, September 1, 2026, the City of Port Colborne is responsible for the Voters' List.

Recently moved? Haven't voted in a while? Just want to be sure your information is up to date? Check your info today by e-mail to [email protected], by calling (905) 835-2900, or in person at City Hall (located at 66 Charlotte Street) between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Changes to the Voters' List can be made until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 26, 2026.

More details on the 2026 election can be found at portcolborne.ca/votes

09/02/2026

CITY HALL NEWS 💻 | The September 2026 City Hall News is now available on our website.

Here’s what you will find in the new edition:
💬A message from the Mayor
🗓️September events
🗳️ 2026 Election
🔄AugustRecap
& more!

To read online, visit 🔗 www.portcolborne.ca/news

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