• Building a Better Crystal Beach: Sidewalk, Curb, and Lighting Improvements

    There’s a noticeable increase in construction activity across the Crystal Beach neighbourhood this week, as crews work on a series of important infrastructure upgrades. Residents and visitors may see sidewalk and curb repairs underway, along with street light replacements at the intersection of Ridgeway Road and Erie Road. While this kind of work can sometimes…

  • Volunteer Appreication Week

    Volunteer Appreciation Week was this week and provided a time to recognize the MANY people who make Fort Erie and Crystal Beach so special. From community events to everyday acts of support, volunteers help keep our Town of Fort Erie connected and thriving. Much of this work happens behind the scenes, but its impact is…

  • Fort Erie Pride Statement

    I am sharing this to offer a bit of clarity on how FortErie acknowledges, reflects, and celebrates diversity, pride, and equity. These values matter to our community, and it’s important to highlight the ways our community continues to grow, learn, and support one another. Statement from Mayor Wayne Redekop Regarding Pride Flag Raising “The Town…

  • Thank you to our Volunteers

    Volunteer Appreciation Week offered a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the many individuals who help make Fort Erie and Crystal Beach such vibrant and connected communities. From organizing local events to quietly supporting neighbours and community initiatives, volunteers play an essential role in strengthening the fabric of our town. Much of their work happens behind…

  • Sidewalk and Curb Repairs

    There’s a lot of construction activity happening in the Crystal Beach neighbourhood this week, including sidewalk and curb repairs, as well as street light replacements at Ridgeway Road and Erie Road. These improvements are part of ongoing efforts to maintain and enhance our community’s infrastructure. This is also a good reminder if you notice an…

  • Happy Earth Day

    Today was a true celebration of community spirit and EarthDay from the opening of the community garden in Fort Erie with COPE, to tree planting in Ridgeway with the NPCA and the hard work from the Crystal Beach Beautification Committee including so many residents out walking, picking up garbage and debris. It’s inspiring to see…

  • Niagara Transit Changes and New Route 751 Connecting Fort Erie

    Niagara Transit is introducing a new community bus service in Fort Erie, with Route 751 set to begin operations on Monday, April 27. This new route is designed to better serve high-demand areas across the community and offer consistent, reliable transportation for residents heading to work, school, appointments, shopping, and other daily activities. To help…

  • Fort Erie’s Response to the Regional Chair’s Amalgamation Proposal

    Tonight, Fort Erie Town Council listened to a presentation from Regional Chair Bob Gale outlining his personal view on the possible future of the Niagara Region, specifically, the concept of amalgamating into either one municipality or four. This came after Regional Chair Bob Gale wrote to Niagara Mayors last week asking for their preference by…

  • Bob Gale, Regional Chair – Announces plans for Niagara Region Governance Reform with minimal public consultation.

    Newly appojnted Niagara Region Chair Bob Gale has indicated that he intends to move forward with recommendations to the Province regarding potential governance reform in Niagara. The Town of Fort Erie recently received correspondence advising that options under consideration include amalgamating Niagara’s municipalities into either a single city (1) or four (4) city’s. Feedback from…

  • 3990 Rebstock Road – Zoning Amendment Open House

    145 Derby Road and 3990 Rebstock Road – Applications for an Official Plan Amendment, a Zoning By-law Amendment, a Draft Plan of Subdivision and a Draft Plan of Common Elements Condominium to facilitate the development of 36 block townhouses and one 4-storey apartment building with 24 dwelling units had been submitted to the Town of…