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Town of Fort Erie Adopts New Official Plan to Guide Growth to 2051

FORT ERIE (August 28, 2025) — The Town of Fort Erie Council has adopted a new Official Plan that establishes a strategic framework to guide growth and development through to the year 2051. The plan reflects the vision of Town Council, extensive public engagement, expert analysis, and collaboration with stakeholders across the community.

The Official Plan addresses key priorities including:

• Housing
• Employment
• Agriculture 
• Natural heritage
• Climate resilience
• Economic development

Developed through a...

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Niagara River Recreation Trail Work in Fort Erie​ 

Public Notice

• Plans are in place to replace and realign damaged sections of the popular recreation trail in Fort Erie
• The trail repairs will begin on Monday, September 8 and the anticipated completion date is Friday, September 26

Fort Erie, ON— As Niagara Parks continues work to implement its shoreline protection strategy pilot and restoration along the Niagara River breakwall in Fort Erie, construction will now begin to repair damaged sections of the Niagara River Recreation Trail between Old...

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Town of Fort Erie Advocates for Local Priorities at AMO Conference

FORT ERIE (August 22, 2025) — Mayor Wayne Redekop and Councillor Tom Lewis attended the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa from August 17 to August 20, 2025. The annual conference provided a valuable opportunity to meet directly with Provincial Ministers and their staff about important issues in the community.

During the conference, Fort Erie officials engaged in productive discussions with:

• Minister of Health – discussed Fort Erie’s ongoing health-care initiatives...

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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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