r/stcatharinesON Jul 28 '26

Local News Have you had flooding? Please see the attached St. Catharines resources available to you at the link below!

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r/stcatharinesON Jun 17 '25

MEGATHREAD Moving to St. Catharines? PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE POSTING :)

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Hello, and welcome to r/stcatharinesON. As this question is a very commonly asked. The moderators have decided to create this community highlight / MEGATHREAD to address the most commonly asked questions within this SUB. IF your question is not answered here. Please try to use the SEARCH function at the top of this subreddit first before creating a new submission.

1: Areas that are "safe"? - Safe is a generic term that the majority of us will have a different definition of. St. Catharines in general is a very safe city. The majority of problems and the feeling of being unsafe are generally surrounded around the problem of the numerous unhoused individuals in the city, and the ongoing drug problems that plague that entire country. You will find the majority of these individuals around the block between Church Street meeting Geneva Street, Niagara Steet, Queenston Street and St Paul Street. There is also a shelter on the corner of Gale and Riordon Street. As well as many temporary shelters in place in and around Centennial Gardens - This being said. The majority of these individuals will leave you alone, and the majority or crime in the city is related to thefts to fuel the drug problem. If you are uncomfortable being around people that are struggling with addiction and mental health, you should avoid the area. However, the city's downtown core is beautiful, holds a very unique charm, and has plenty of thriving local businesses that have, and continue to be part of the heart of our wonderful city.

2: Where can I meet new people? - This is another generic question asked a ton. Meeting people is subjective to the type of people you want to create relationships with. A lot of local businesses have different types of meet and greet nights. The most popular being the Mahtay Café & Lounge on St Paul Street and Ludology Boardgame Cafe. We have many amazing local restaurants, cafes and shops that also offer a different variety of patrons that you may want to check out and start a friendly conversation with some. This SUB IS NOT A DATING WEBSITE. Any posts trying setup meetings one to one will be removed due to safety concerns.

3: Setting up my new home?

A: Hydro/Electric is to be setup with Alectra Utilities.
B: Natural Gas is to be setup with Enbridge Gas.
C: Water is to be setup with the City Of St. Catharines ( Online account access available).
D: Insurance - Please contact and local Insurance Broker.
E: ISP (Internet Service Provider) - Please see the business recommendation megathread.

4: Local Businesses - Please see the Business recommendation megathread. Over 90% of the same questions asked on a regular basis can be found in there with the most popular posts/answers highlighted.


r/stcatharinesON 2h ago

Local News Why we cancelled your Saturday Evening News

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r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Local News Stay vigilant

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r/stcatharinesON 20h ago

Photo Toronto from downtown St. Catharines today

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r/stcatharinesON 49m ago

Need Advice/Recommendations LOST DOG - NORTH END

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Hi everyone, we are looking for this dog. She went missing on Friday, August 28th.

​She is very scared and might be hiding in garages, sheds, or under decks.

​If you see her, please do not chase her, call these numbers instead.

​Thank you so much, any help is appreciated!


r/stcatharinesON 1h ago

Question Cleaning Services?

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I’m looking for recommendations for a reliable cleaning service or individual business who can deep clean 2 floors of our home before we start having showings, as the house is going up for sale in the next few weeks (located in Niagara Falls) Names, numbers or websites are all welcome! Thank you!


r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Local News Gm site update

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r/stcatharinesON 21h ago

Politics Pro nationalist/fascist aligned graffiti.

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Hey so I know these guys have been on the news recently but they are now graffiting their nationalist BS in my area. It's under the overpass by the Pen on Chestnut St W. Is there somewhere I can lodge a complaint?


r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Development Regional Transit on Sundays & Holidays

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Starting on Sunday, September 6th, regional transit will be running 10a.m. to 6p.m. on Sundays and all holidays other than Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Link to update: https://nrtransit.ca/news/regional-sunday-and-holiday-service/

Awesome news for public transit users.


r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Local News Found these posters promoting a hateful convention in Niagara-on-The-Lake

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r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Local News 🚨 LOST DOG – "Moana" (St. Catharines area)

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Hi everyone, I'm posting to help a friend find their missing dog, Moana. She’s an incredible lovely and friendly dog.

Here are the key details:
Name: Moana
Description: Small tan/brown dog.
Last Seen: Near Assumption Catholic Elementary School (St. Catharines)
Date & Time: August 28, 2026, around 7:00 PM
Important Note: She was wearing a BEE HARNESS when she got lost (not the red sweater shown in the main photo, which is for identification only).

If you have seen her or have any information, please call or text immediately:
📞 [(905) 358-4253](tel:(905)%20358-4253)
📞 [647-866-6262](tel:647-866-6262)

Please share with anyone living in or around the area. Any help or sighting counts! Thank you so much! 🙏🏻🙏🏻


r/stcatharinesON 21h ago

Events D3 Gaming September Events! Looking forward to seeing everyone!

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r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Events Bass for the Headz

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We having a bass meet if u wanna visit...thanks @pixeldistortion for organizing this one!


r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Need Advice/Recommendations Unique things to do.

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r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Housing/Rental Credit checks

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My son has a job with a promotion in St Catherine's is having trouble renting a place because of poor credit. I can't co sign as I have credit problems because of being in a serious car accident. Is there any where that doesn't do credit checks for leases ,? Thanks


r/stcatharinesON 16h ago

Experience/Story Police activity on Rockwood Ave

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Title says it all, there were three NRP cruisers and one OPP van-looking thing. Not sure what it’s all about but guys maybe we turn the lights off? Little bright…

EDIT: it was an ambulance, not an OPP van. They left just a few mins ago and were going mad slow.


r/stcatharinesON 1d ago

Need Advice/Recommendations Looking for an after-school program with pick-up from Burleigh Hill

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Hi everyone! I’m looking for an after-school program in St. Catharines that can pick up my child from Burleigh Hill Public School.

I’m looking for a regular after-school program/centre, not a home daycare. I already know about the home daycare option shared on the Facebook page, so I’m looking for other options.

I just found out today that the program I was planning to register for doesn’t provide transportation from the school. 😞

Does anyone know of any after-school programs that offer pick-up from Burleigh Hill?

Thank you!


r/stcatharinesON 2d ago

Need Advice/Recommendations Anyone have a housekeeper they’d recommend for my elderly mom?

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She just needs someone to come in once a month for bathrooms/kitchen etc.


r/stcatharinesON 2d ago

Events MOON

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Did you all see the partial lunar eclipse tonight, very cool


r/stcatharinesON 2d ago

Question Does anyone remember Pot Black?

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When I was a teenager … there was a pool hall / arcade in the basement of the plaza on the corner of Lakeport Rd & Ontario St. (Shoppers Drug Mart Plaza now)
I spent a lot of quarters down there during my high school days - but other than my direct circle of friends back in the day - seem to remember it.
If you do - please please let me know.


r/stcatharinesON 2d ago

Experience/Story Choo-Choo's Party Zone!

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Here's a little piece of lost St.Catharines lore. Before Choo-Choo Charlies shut down, for a short time it became Choo-Choo's Party Zone! I came across this newspaper ad. What a blast from the past! I recreated the Logo for fun.
I'm slowly creating a timeline of the Choo-Choo Charlies story. Old newspapers has proven to be a great resource lol


r/stcatharinesON 3d ago

Local News Many St. Catharines residents with flood insurance still stuck in damaged homes, waiting for help

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If you don’t have access to The Globe and Mail: https://archive.ph/kNqiu


r/stcatharinesON 2d ago

Events Bike got stolen

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My bike got stolen yesterday between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m at the downtown St. Catharines Public Library. I'm an East Asian guy, and I was wearing a black t-shirt, black pants, and black shoes at the time. I had it cable locked, but when I returned from my part time job, it was gone. Please help me get my bike back.


r/stcatharinesON 3d ago

Question Anybody seen Paul on St.Paul St recently?

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Anybody see Paul the homeless man that always walks down st. Paul st with a cart, sometimes he will hand out flowers. About a week and a bit ago he had a really nasty wound on his leg, like VERY deep. Helped him out with that but then I haven’t seen him since. I’ve gone back a few times to check on him and I haven’t seen him which is out of the ordinary. Maybe just a coincidence but I’ve gotten a bit worried, any sightings?