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Solar Eclipse Safety a Top Priority in Fort Erie

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FORT ERIE (March 14, 2024) - On Monday, April 8, 2024, Fort Erie and the Niagara Region will experience a Total Solar Eclipse. The eclipse will move northeast across North America and pass directly over Fort Erie. During the eclipse, the moon will cover the sun, causing the sky to darken for 3 minutes and 46 seconds, making Fort Erie a top viewing location. This once-in-a-lifetime event has not...

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Town of Fort Erie's Progress Report on Health Care

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FORT ERIE (March 1, 2024) – Town of Fort Erie Council identified health care as its top priority in the 2022 – 2026 Corporate Strategic Plan, leading to substantial efforts towards improving health care delivery in Fort Erie.

Town leaders have engaged in extensive meetings and discussions with Minister of Health, Sylvia Jones, at the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, the Hospice Niagara tour, the South Niagara ground-breaking event, and...

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Fort Erie poised for growth as Town Council approves 2024 Budget

FORT ERIE (February 9, 2024): Fort Erie Town Council approved the 2024 Budget in principle, with a 5.5 percent increase for the Town’s portion of the residential property tax. This increase translates to an additional $13.94 per month for the median household.

When the Niagara Region and the Boards of Education levies are included, the combined increase for residential taxpayers in Fort Erie is 5.16 percent.

Town expenditures relate directly to strategic priorities established by Council: 

• access...

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Accessible StopGap ramps available just in time for holiday shopping

The Town of Fort Erie Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) continues to work on ways to make our community more accessible.

In partnership with the StopGap Foundation, funding for a pilot project was made available to provide a temporary ramp into stores that have one step between 2” and 9”.

“The temporary ramp will help to increase accessibility into existing businesses by removing barriers for persons with disabilities, mothers with strollers, and people using walkers or canes,” stated AAC...

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Fort Erie to host Mayor's Forum on Diversity and Inclusion

Fort Erie to host Mayor's Forum on Diversity and Inclusion

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FORT ERIE (October 12, 2023) – The "Mayor's Forum on Diversity and Inclusion" to be held Friday, November 10, 2023, from 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM, will be a transformative gathering to effect change and foster inclusive spaces in our community.

In partnership with the Fort Erie Diversity and Inclusion Coalition, this event brings together thought leaders, professionals, activists, and advocates from diverse...

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