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Preparation for Potential Canada Post Service Disruption

FORT ERIE (November 13, 2024) - The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has issued a 72-hour strike notice to Canada Post which may result in a postal service interruption as early as Friday, November 15, 2024, at 12:01 a.m.

The Town of Fort Erie recommends preparing for any disruptions that may occur. Residents are encouraged to make themselves aware of alternative options for interacting with the Town.

• Visit forterie.ca as a resource,
• Call Town Hall at 905-871-1600,
• Come to Town Hall,
• Canada Post...

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Fort Erie: A Community for Everyone unveils new public dashboard

Council receives annual update on the 2023-2026 Corporate Strategic Plan

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FORT ERIE (August 15, 2024) – On August 12, 2024, Council received an update on the progress made over the past year on the 2023-2026 Corporate Strategic Plan (CSP) goals and initiatives. Council also received exciting details about the new Public Dashboard unveiled today.

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“The dashboard will help build trust and manage expectations as we communicate progress for each key pillar and initiative of the...

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Fort Erie Celebrates Grand Opening of $3 Million Facility

Holland Power Services unveils their new 13,000 sq. ft. facility

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FORT ERIE (August 13, 2024)—The Town of Fort Erie is thrilled to announce the official unveiling of Holland Power Services' new 13,000 sq. ft. facility, which represents a significant $3 million investment in our local economy.

Holland Power Services (HPS) is a Canadian company that provides emergency power restoration services, usually due to severe weather events. HPS maintains a fleet of over 425 line trucks...

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Second Round of StopGap Ramps Ready for Use

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FORT ERIE (August 12, 2024)—The Town of Fort Erie Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) continues to work on ways to make our community more accessible.

In 2023, a pilot project was undertaken in partnership with the StopGap Foundation to provide a temporary ramp into stores that have one step between 2” and 9”.

The pilot project resulted in nine businesses improving access into their buildings. In 2024, Council approved a second round, open to the entire community for...

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