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Town of Fort Erie Council Approves Climate Change Action Plan

FORT ERIE (August 14, 2025)– On Monday, August 11, 2025, Fort Erie Town Council approved the municipality’s first Climate Change Action Plan, taking a significant step forward in protecting the community and environment for the future.

The plan was developed by Town staff across multiple departments, with valuable input from residents, community groups, and environmental partners. It outlines practical steps to adapt to climate change impacts and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, aligning...

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Ontario Investment in Water Infrastructure Unlocks New Housing Potential in Fort Erie

FORT ERIE, ON – August 12, 2025 – The Town of Fort Erie is set to benefit from a significant provincial investment to modernize water systems in Niagara and enable new housing development. Through the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF), the Town will receive $2.2 million toward the Walden Boulevard Upgrade — a critical infrastructure project that will unlock the potential development of nearly 300 new housing units.

Announced as part of Ontario’s $95 million commitment to protect and...

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Fort Erie Puts Fire Ban in Place Due to Extreme Heat

FORT ERIE (August 12, 2025) — Starting Tuesday, August 12 at 4:00 p.m., all open-air recreational fires in Fort Erie will be banned until further notice. The decision comes after days of extreme heat and dry weather, making fire conditions dangerously high.

 The ban does not allow:

• Campfires or bonfires (this includes campgrounds)
• Burning brush, leaves, or yard waste
• Outdoor wood-burning appliances (fire pits, chimineas, outdoor fireplaces)
• Fireworks or sky lanterns

All active Burn Permits are...

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Town of Fort Erie Accessibility Advisory Committee launches #RespectTheSpace Campaign

FORT ERIE (July 21, 2025) — At Ridgefest on July 12, 2025, the Town of Fort Erie’s Accessibility Advisory Committee launched its 2025 campaign: #RespectTheSpace.

As part of the Town’s Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, the Committee identified the need to raise public awareness about the proper use of accessible parking spaces. This includes keeping adjacent hatch-marked areas clear so individuals with disabilities can safely enter and exit their vehicles.

During public consultations for the Plan,...

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Town of Fort Erie and CUPE Reach New Collective Agreement

FORT ERIE (July 4, 2025) — The Town of Fort Erie and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 714 are pleased to announce a new collective bargaining agreement.

The deal was approved (ratified) by both CUPE members and Fort Erie Town Council on July 3, 2025. It shows a shared commitment to fair pay, stable jobs, and continuing to provide high-quality service to the people of Fort Erie.

“We’re pleased to have reached a respectful and forward-looking agreement,” said Chris McQueen, CAO. “

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