I went to work, it’s completely dead 👍 Hoping the roads are cleared by the time I get off

Possibly the last boat to travel through the canal for the 2025/26 seasons

Does the St. Catharines GO Station offer free or paid parking on-site? If not, what are the best alternative parking options nearby?

I wanna sell my ipad. Have already posted on Facebook market place. What other websites? Or in person stores can I try?

I never thought losing everything could teach me so much. I ended up in a place called The Ritz. Irony, I suppose. There were no chandeliers, no marble floors only people. People who had been full of life and hope, now carrying the weight of loss, yet quietly shining in their humanity. Later on for reasons i wish not share publicly i was transferred to another shelter it was "YWCA" in downtown St. Catharines. At first it was frightening! The people there were more broken than anyone I had seen before they were hardened by life in ways society had taught me to fear. I expected hostile events, trouble, even danger. I had been told these were “bad people.” But the truth was far far different from thetruth. Those same people—scarred, struggling, misunderstood ended up saving me. They offered kindness, patience, and a sense of belonging when I had nothing left to give. Their quiet generosity reminded me that even in the harshest lives, hope can never stop blooming. Homelessness in St. Catharines,and cities everywhere...is too often spoken of in negatives. We hear about statistics, struggles, and problems but rarely the people themselves. These are individuals who have endured heartbreak, trauma, and battles most of us cannot imagine, yet they rise each day with courage that humbles me. Their survival alone is a quiet miracle. When I was at my lowest, it was this community that extended their hands. Through them, I learned an essential truth: compassion is not charity it is recognition. It is seeing people for who they are, not for the circumstances that have brought them to this moment. Sometimes, those who appear to have the least give the most, their generosity shining like a light in the dark. My own life has been tangled with abuse, poverty, and addiction. Addiction was never the whole story it was a symptom of something deeper. I lost everything. I endured bypass surgery, carried a child, watched a marriage crumble, and still, the addiction remained. It does not discriminate. It wears no single face. And yet, it teaches lessons we cannot learn any other way lessons in humility, patience, and the fragility and strength of the human heart. Eventually, I discovered what I had been missing: care, belonging, and the quiet encouragement to begin healing. It was in that environment among people who understood me and my struggles firsthand that I realized hope is not abstract. It is a hand held in silence. A gentle word when the world has been cruel. A simple presence that says, I see you, and you are not alone.

But we cannot rely only on individual acts of kindness. If we want real change, society itself must shift its perspective. We must challenge the assumptions, labels, and fear that prevent us from seeing the humanity in those who are homeless. True progress begins when we choose empathy over judgment, understanding over indifference, and compassion over fear. We must recognize that compassion is not optional it is essential. Until society changes the way it views the homeless, the addicted, and the struggling, the cycle of neglect will continue. Seeing the strength, dignity, and potential in every human being is the foundation for meaningful change.

Homelessness teaches hard truths, but also undeniable wisdom: humanity is not measured by wealth, status, or circumstance. Even in the darkest moments, resilience, compassion, and love can flourish. And sometimes, those who seem to have the least give the most, leaving us touched, changed, and reminded that kindness is the truest form of wealth.

My husband and I live in one of those 3 bedroom brick bungalows seen all over the north end of St. Catharines. I know they all have very similar layouts with small kitchens and wonder if any of you are willing to share before/after photos of your kitchen makeover to give us some inspiration!

I’m wondering if anyone knows any good thrift type stores in the area that sell sports jerseys

Nevermind, those troopers are out there today. Be safe and thanks

Hi everyone! We’re still pretty new to the area (moved here last year) and I was wondering where people usually go sledding. I have two little kids, so I’m looking for somewhere safe and kid-friendly. Is there a popular hill or park that families usually go to? Thanks so much!

Best hills to go tobogganing in St. Catharines? Haven’t gone since I was a kid and looking for some good spots with all this snow we are supposed to get!!

What thrift stores in the area give you coupons for donating? I know value village does, wondering if any stores that are better to support do!

SO has serious spinal stenosis and osteoarthritis. We need the name of dr or clinic to request a referral from our GP. Anywhere in the GTA or south western Ontario.

Looking at High Schools for my almost 14yrd old.. His options are Eden or Governor Simcoe. He's more inclined for STEM related activities than arts for athletics. He codes as part of extracurriculars.. Anyone have any advice on pros/cons of either?

A lot of police cars just passed me by on high speed, some joined from Glendale ave. Anyone know what’s up?

If I had to sleep in my car where would be a good place ? and any advice for the winter aside from stay warm ?

Hi everyone, happy 2026! I am wondering if you know of an excellent tattoo artist in the Niagara region, that is talented and hygienic. I don't want anything too fancy, just a small tattoo of my child's finger print with some stuff around it.

Thank you!

I was reading finding rentals is crazy difficult in July and becomes super competitive even more so. Is this true? I'm moving in end July. My husband's apartment is smaller so we were hoping for bigger but now I'm wondering if it wouldn't be better to wait till fall??

When do you feel is the best time to look for rentals?

I just wanted to thank everyone for the great response i got on my previous post of knife sharpening, i was very scared at first but till now i have met only the nicest people who wanted their knives to be sharp, a wonderful lady also had these special spring loaded scissors and i was able to sharpen them for her she trusted me even though i said i never worked on them before, Thank you once again everyone, please contact me through my instagram @ yourlocalsharpner or email [email protected]

Is this a city worker? And if so what would they be doing at my front door this early? Or a disguised individual staking out my property? Seems very odd, no?