Council-approved naming rights arrangement sees Welland Arena renamed as LIV Communities Arena
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 15, 2025
The City of Welland is proud to announce the renaming of the Welland Main Arena to LIV Communities Arena, following Council’s approval of a naming rights agreement in 2024. New signage is now prominently displayed at the facility entrance, marking a meaningful outcome of the City’s broader collaboration with LIV Communities.
Welland takes on the challenge to be Canada’s Most Active Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 13, 2025
The ParticipACTION Community Challenge, presented by Novo Nordisk, is back this June to promote the physical, social, and mental health benefits of getting active. This nationwide initiative encourages everyone in Canada to move more and feel better—while competing for the title of Canada’s Most Active Community and a $100,000 prize to support local sport and recreation programs.
A blooming tradition returns with Welland’s annual tulip giveaway on May 15
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 12, 2025
Spring’s most colourful tradition is back, and the City of Welland invites residents to take home a piece of its seasonal beauty during the annual tulip bulb giveaway. This year’s event takes place on Thursday, May 15, beginning at 7:30 a.m. at the Welland Sports Complex at 90 Quaker Road, while supplies last.
Welland initiates Ward Boundary Review to support a growing and changing city
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 9, 2025
The City of Welland is undertaking a Ward Boundary Review to ensure local representation keeps pace with the city’s growth and changing demographics.
Turn up the volume: Welland’s award-winning Concerts on the Canal series returns
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | May 5, 2025
The City of Welland is bringing another summer of unforgettable live music to the community with the highly anticipated 2025 Concerts on the Canal series. Featuring an impressive mix of local talent and crowd-pleasing headliners, the free concert series now carries the distinction of being recognized as one of the Top 100 Festivals and Events in Ontario by Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) for its 2024 season.
A proud past, a bright future: Welland Professional Firefighters Association to restore iconic pumper truck
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | April 16, 2025
Welland Fire and Emergency Services (WFES), along with the City’s fleet team, has finished sorting and removing old firefighting equipment from the now-closed Lyons Avenue firehall. Among the items removed was a treasured piece of Welland’s firefighting history: a 1946 Lafrance Pumper truck.
Fire Code enforcement results in property owner fines
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | April 11, 2025
Welland Fire and Emergency Services (WFES) continues to inspect and enforce the Ontario Fire Code at properties across the city. Fire prevention staff recently concluded several prosecutions in Provincial Offences Court that resulted in fines.
Canalside Players bring sizzling comedy to Welland with Five Alarm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | March 31, 2025
Get ready for a spicy mix of rivalry, mystery, and laughter as Canalside Players present Five Alarm, a hilarious comedy by Kristen Da Silva and directed by Jessica Sweeny.
Welland celebrates Earth Day with free tree giveaway and community clean-up
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | March 26, 2025
The City of Welland, in collaboration with its Green Advisory Committee, is excited to announce a series of events celebrating Earth Day 2025. Residents are encouraged to participate in the free tree giveaway, community clean-up, and the Earth Day Extravaganza at the Welland Farmers Market.
Francophonie Day celebrated in Welland with flag raising ceremony
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | March 17, 2025
The City of Welland proudly celebrates its Francophone community on March 20, International Francophonie Day, with its annual flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. The event will take place at 10:30 a.m., and Bridge 13 will be illuminated in green and white to symbolize the French-speaking community.