• Send A Shout-Out to Your Favourite Crossing Guard During Crossing Guard Appreciation Week

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    March 11, 2025

    FORT ERIE, ON – The Town of Fort Erie in partnership with the Ontario Traffic Council is encouraging residents to show their support and appreciation for their neighbourhood Crossing Guards during Crossing Guard Appreciation Week, June 2nd - 6th, 2025.

    Join us by celebrating the School Crossing Guards across the Province of Ontario in this annual event!

    Help us recognize individuals across our city whose assistance helps young residents with safe daily commutes.

  • Fort Erie has contracted Hetek Solutions for Acoustic Watermain Testing

    PUBLIC NOTICE
    March 11, 2025

    FORT ERIE, ON – The Town has contracted Hetek Solutions to conduct Acoustic Watermain Testing services to assess the Town’s water distribution system for suspected leaks. Highly sensitive listening equipment is placed at multiple locations where the water distribution system is accessible from above ground, such as at valves and fire hydrants.

  • Standing Strong in the Face of Tariffs: A Collaborative Approach
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    March 4, 2025
    FORT ERIE, ON – The Town of Fort Erie is expressing concern over the recent imposition of tariffs on Canada, which will have far-reaching consequences for businesses, workers, and communities on both sides of the border.

    The Town of Fort Erie, including Mayor and Council, the CAO and Senior Leadership, and local businesses, remain committed to working with Canadian and U.
  • Fort Erie Council Approves Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (AHCIP)

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Fort Erie, ON – (February 25, 2025)

    The Town of Fort Erie is proud to announce that Town Council adopted the Affordable Housing Community Improvement Plan (AHCIP) on February 10, 2025. This marks a significant milestone in the Town's ongoing efforts to increase access to affordable housing units for residents.

  • Town of Fort Erie Approves 2024 Parks and Open Space Master Plan

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Fort Erie, ON – (February 24, 2025)

    The Town of Fort Erie is pleased to announce the approval of the 2024 Parks and Open Space Master Plan (POSMP), an aspirational and robust guide aimed at enhancing the Town's parks and recreational areas to meet the evolving needs of the community.

    The Parks and Open Space Master Plan, developed with extensive community engagement and expert consultation, outlines a strategic vision for the planning, development, maintenance, renewal, and.

  • Fort Erie Town Council Approves 2025 Budget

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    FORT ERIE (February 10, 2025)

    At the Council-in-Budget Committee Meeting on January 29, 2025, Fort Erie Town Council approved the 2025 Budget in principle, with a 4.95 percent increase for the Town’s portion of the residential property tax.

  • Fort Erie encouraged after meeting with Niagara Health Board

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    FORT ERIE (January 31, 2025)

    The Town of Fort Erie has been steadfast and consistent in advocating for local health services to meet the needs of the community. Mayor Redekop and town councillors attended the Niagara Health Board meeting this week on January 29, 2025, seeking support for the continuation of urgent care services beyond the opening of the South Niagara Hospital as the Fort Erie community's primary care safety net.

  • Fort Erie to Become a Bee-friendly Community

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    FORT ERIE (January 29, 2025) – The Town of Fort Erie has applied to become a Bee City Community through Bee City Canada. This initiative directly aligns with the Council's dedication to environmental and climate change resiliency as identified in the Corporate Strategic Plan.

  • Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2024-2029

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Addressing Barriers and Enhancing Inclusivity

    December 17, 2024

    The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) mandates the creation, implementation, maintenance, and documentation of a multi-year accessibility plan. This plan outlines an organization’s strategy to prevent and remove barriers while meeting the legislation's requirements.

  • Canada Post Service Disruption

    UPDATED as of September 26, 2025

    The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has launched a national strike following today’s government announcement on Canada Post’s transformation. 

    Please continue to enjoy the convenience and speed of the Town's digital services by registering for your myFE eBilling account, joining our email list and following our social media channels for important ongoing updates.

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