Media Releases

The Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (JAAC) is inviting residents across participating Niagara municipalities to share their experiences, insights, and ideas through a new public accessibility survey aimed at helping shape future Multi Year Accessibility Plans.

After much reflection, I am announcing that I will not be seeking re-election in the upcoming Ontario Municipal Elections, on October 26, 2026.

It has been a true honour and privilege to serve the residents of the City of Thorold for the past 12 years, four years as a City Councillor and eight years as your Mayor. I am deeply grateful for the trust and support you have placed in me throughout this time.

Individuals interested in running in the 2026 municipal and school board elections can file their nomination papers from May 1 to Aug. 21, 2026. Nomination papers are available through the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing website or at municipal Clerk’s Offices.

At Tuesday’s Special Council meeting, Thorold City Council approved the recommendations put forth in the Building Fee Study Report.

In consultation with the Niagara Home Builders Association (NHBA) the Building Fee Study Report was presented at a public meeting held during a special Council meeting on April 21, 2026. Council voted to receive the study and approve its recommendations, to delay implementation of the proposed fee schedule to November 1, 2026.

The Mayors of Grimsby, Port Colborne, West Lincoln, Pelham, Thorold, Wainfleet, and the Lord Mayor of Niagara-on-the-Lake today welcomed the Province of Ontario's introduction of the Better Regional Governance Act, 2026, as an important step forward, while calling on the Province to ensure that the final legislation reflects the made-in-Niagara principles this coalition has championed since February.

On Thursday, March 26, Niagara Regional Council voted to move forward with a comprehensive service delivery review. We know that the residents of Niagara deserve better than the status quo. As Mayors of Niagara, with consensus of the Region, we support moving forward with meaningful change in Niagara. 

At last night’s Council meeting, a motion was passed to reduce the size of Council from eight Councillors and the Mayor to six Councillors and the Mayor. This decision aligns with other like-sized Niagara municipalities that have also voluntarily reduced their council size to streamline local government and protect taxpayer dollars.

13030 Lundy’s Lane
(FILE NO. D12-04-2023, D09-05-2023, D14-13-2023 respectively)

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Thorold, at its meeting on February 24th, 2026, approved the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision, Official Plan Amendment, and Zoning By-law Amendment for the lands known municipally as 13030 Lundy’s Lane (legally described as PT TWP LOT 89; PT TWP LOT 89 RP59R-4846 PART 1 PART 2; and PLAN TWP PT LOT 89 RP59R 9206 PART 2), Township of Thorold, with consideration of all oral and written submissions made to Council before its decision.

Residents of City of Thorold now benefit from Next Generation 911 (NG911), a major advancement in emergency communications technology delivered through City of Thorold’s fire dispatch provider, St. Catharines Fire Services.

Just a friendly reminder to residents that your property taxes are due on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. 

Tax notices were mailed out on February 5, 2026.  

The City of Thorold offers several payment options. Please ensure payments reach the City by the due date or penalty and interest charges will apply. Click below to view all the payment options available.