City Hall News: September 2022

Stay updated on current news, City Council highlights and ongoing events in our #ThoroldON community

In this issue

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
City staff support Niagara Children’s Centre smile cookie initiative
Wellness stalls make their way to #ThoroldON
Congratulations to Thorold's longstanding fire fighters
Park coming to Merritt Meadows Park
Ho ho ho! Santa Claus is returning to Thorold
Thorold Community Arena programs and rentals
Canada Games Park available for booking
Council corner
2022 Municipal and School Board Election
Upcoming community events

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Pictured: Mayor Terry Ugulini, Michele-Elise Burnett and City staff: Manoj Dilwaria, Terry Dixon, Tessa Buonocore, Carrie Groulx, Bonnie Dixon, Maria Mauro, Meghan Birbeck, Jason Simpson, Geoff Holman, Thomas Boal, Ashley Eidt and Dave Baldoni

The City of Thorold observed National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with a week of reflection, which began with a ceremonial flag raising at City Hall on Sept. 26

Dressed in orange, Councillors and City Staff were joined at the ceremony by Michele-Elise Burnett, President of Kakekalanicks, a local organization passionate about bringing all nations together to learn, share and celebrate the diversity, creativity, resilience and vitality of First Nations, Métis and Inuit populations.

Municipal buildings will be closed on Sept. 30, 2022 in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Regular business hours will resume on Oct. 3, 2022.

Read story

City staff support Niagara Children's Centre with smile cookies

City of Thorold staff purchased and delivered smile cookies to staff at City Hall, the fire departments and the community arena

“We’re grateful to Tim Hortons owners within the city of Thorold for recognizing the important services we provide to the community,” said Oksana Fisher, CEO, Niagara Children’s Centre. “Fundraisers, like Smile Cookies, help our organization bridge the gap between community demand and provincial funding, reducing wait lists for vital therapy and supports.”

Learn more

Wellness stalls make their way to #ThoroldON

What is a Wellness stall?

A Wellness stall features a motivational message about mental health on the back of the stall door. Children and youth under 18 can scan the QR code to be directed to Pathstone's walk-in clinics, open Monday through Friday, as well as the Crisis and Support line services, where mental health help is offered 24/7 at no cost.

We are happy to be featuring Pathstone Mental Health's Wellness stall series in many of our washrooms accross #ThoroldON, including:

#YouAreNotAlone #KidsMentalHealth

Learn more

Congratulations to Thorold's longstanding fire fighters

Pictured: Mayor Terry Ugulini, Manoj Dilwaria, Chief Administrative Officer, Terry Dixon, Fire Chief and award winners (listed below).

Congratulations to all fire fighters who were honoured at our recent awards ceremony for their longstanding commitment to Thorold Fire and Emergency Services

Calvin Strickland, 20 Year Federal Exemplary Service Medal
Lorne Yungblut, 20 Year Federal Exemplary Service Medal
Dino LaFratta, 35 Year Long Service Bars
David Thompson, 35 Year Long Service Bars
Cliff Yungblut, 35 Year Long Service Bars
Barry Smith, 25 Year Long Service Medal/Pins and 25 Year Watch
Kevin Watt, 25 Year Long Service Medal/Pins and 25 Year Watch
Kevin Thompson, 20 Year Watches and 20 Year Federal Exemplary Service Medal
Jim Colavecchia, 20 Year Watches and 20 Year Federal Exemplary Service Medal
Jim Brown, 20 Year Watches and 20 Year Federal Exemplary Service Medal
Kelly Saunders, 30 Long Service Year Bars
Kurt Wilkinson, 30 Long Service Year Bars
Lenny Summers, 35 Long Service Year Bars

Park coming to Merritt Meadows Park

Construction will begin October 3, 2022

Construction will include installation of the concrete walkaway, signage for park, bench installation and playground equipment installation.

For questions or concerns about this project, email [email protected].

Learn more

Ho ho ho! Santa Claus is returning to Thorold

This year will mark the 30th Anniversary of the parade in Thorold

The City of Thorold is excited to announce the return of the annual Santa Claus Parade.

Following tradition, the parade will take place on the last Saturday of November, which this year falls on November 26, 2022. The timing of the parade is to be confirmed.

Making its way through Downtown Thorold, the parade will feature an array of festive community floats, musical talents, parade marchers and other fun entertainment. The stars of the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus, will also be in attendance!

Join the City's Facebook event page to stay updated on all things parade over the coming months.

Join Facebook event

Thorold Arena programs & rentals

Thorold Community Arena programs

Sharpen your skates! The Thorold Community Arenas will re-open after Thanksgiving for community programs including: Public Skate, Senior Skate, Stick N Puck and Tiny Tots.

Thorold Community Arena rentals

Planning a holiday party or game of pick-up? The Thorold Community Arena offers ice for rent between October and the end of March each year. For more info, email [email protected].

Program information

Ice availability

Canada Games Park available for booking

Canada Games Park (CGP) is available to rent and all #ThoroldON residents can use both the indoor and outdoor tracks for free

Residents are invited to email [email protected] with any questions or inquiries about booking the venue, rinks, gym and tracks. Track hours are available on the Facebook page.

The website and booking software are still being finalized and should be available to the public soon. When these resources become available, CGP will post updates on their social media and City of Thorold will share these updates on its own channels.

CGP Facebook page

Rental inquiries

Council corner

September City Council highlights

Council passed a resolution to have the City run the annual Thorold Santa Claus Parade with support from the community’s parade volunteers. The Parade will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022.
Council approved the rezoning of 13 St. David’s Road West from R3C (Triplex, Fourplex) to C2 (Downtown Mixed Use).
Council approved a concept plan for the Battle of Beechwood Park project, located at Davis Road and Old Thorold Stone Road, a site of national historical significance. Council directed staff to apply for funding from the Greenbelt Foundation – Resilient Stream program.

Please note, September 27, 2022 was the last scheduled Council meeting before the Election. There will not be a Council meeting in the month of October.

2022 Municipal & School Board Election

October 11-22, 2022: Online voting & help centres

The online voting period begins Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 10 a.m. and ends Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 8 p.m.

Eligible voters can securely vote from anywhere and from any device by using their Voter Identification Number and unique pin number, located in the voter letter they will receive in the mail. This unique pin number may only be used by the elector identified in the letter. Voters will be asked to confirm their identity before they can vote.

Help centres will be available throughout the city for residents’ convenience every day during the online voting period, with the exception of Sundays. Residents are encouraged to visit a help centre if they require assistance with online voting, if they wish to register to vote, or if they have any questions about the process. Please note, help centres are not for advanced voting.

Voters are welcome to visit the following help centres during the online voting period:

Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Thorold Public Library, 14 Ormond St. N.
Oct. 12, 4–8 p.m., Rolling Meadows Bible Chapel, 54 Sunset Way
Oct. 13, 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Darlene Ryan Port Robinson CC, 40 Cross St.
Oct. 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., City Hall, 3540 Schmon Pkwy.
Oct. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fire Station 4, 2189 Hwy. 20
Oct. 15, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Rolling Meadows Bible Chapel, 54 Sunset Way
Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Darlene Ryan Port Robinson CC, 40 Cross St.
Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Thorold Public Library, 14 Ormond St. N.
Oct. 19, 4–8 p.m., Rolling Meadows Bible Chapel, 54 Sunset Way
Oct. 20, 4–8 p.m., Thorold Community Activities Group, 131 Richmond St.
Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Fire Station 4, 2189 Hwy. 20
Oct. 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., City Hall, 3540 Schmon Pkwy.
Oct. 22, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Thorold Public Library, 14 Ormond St. N.

October 24, 2022: Voting locations

On October 24, 2022, eligible voters can vote in-person (only), between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m., at the locations listed below.

Voters are reminded to bring proof of identity and residency, as well as their voter letter to ensure they receive their ballot in a timely manner. If a resident forgets their voter letter on Election Day, they will still be able to register to vote, update their information, and vote, but the process may take longer.