FORT ERIE (May 29, 2020) As the warmer weather approaches, short-term rental operators in Fort Erie may feel the urge to disregard restrictions imposed by the province and resume operations. The Town of Fort Erie would like to remind short-term…
Short-term rental operations restricted in Fort Erie
Fort Erie beaches are closed
We recognize there has been some confusion regarding the status of beaches in Fort Erie. To be clear, all Fort Erie beaches are closed for use. This includes: *Bay Beach (also known as Crystal Beach) *Crystal Beach Waterfront Park Maple…
Fort Erie undergoing recovery planning efforts
FORT ERIE (May 22, 2020) The Town of Fort Erie is currently working through the development and implementation of a recovery plan to guide the municipality through the process of recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Province has provided information…
Fort Erie reopens some outdoor recreational areas and amenities
FORT ERIE (May 22, 2020) Keeping in line with guidelines from the Province, some outdoor recreational amenities will be reopened over this upcoming week in the Town of Fort Erie. Specifically, residents will be able to use parks and outdoor…
Town of Fort Erie releases COVID-19 financial impact
FORT ERIE (May 21, 2020) Council reports an estimation of the preliminary and potential financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which is an estimated operating deficit of $469,435 to June 30, 2020. “Over a number of years, successive town councils…
Restrictions on Fort Erie outdoor spaces
FORT ERIE (May 19, 2020) As the Niagara Region cautiously moves forward to recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, some restrictions are being lifted while others are staying in place in the Town of Fort Erie. Boat ramps were opened…
Fort Erie Reopens Local Boat Ramps for Public Use
FORT ERIE (May 15, 2020) Fort Erie has received the announcement from the Ontario government that boat ramps can be reopened to the public on Saturday, May 16. Currently, signs are being put up around boat ramps in the area…
Fort Erie Offers a Virtual Pop-Up Market to Showcase Local Businesses
FORT ERIE (May 12, 2020) In an effort to help showcase Fort Erie businesses during COVID-19, the Town of Fort Erie is working in partnership with Niagara Digital Main Street to host a Virtual Pop-Up Market on Thursday, May 14,…
Fort Erie discourages Garage Sales during COVID-19
FORT ERIE (May 7, 2020) The Town of Fort Erie strongly discourages hosting of garage sales at this time. While Provincial Emergency Orders don’t prohibit yard sales, the orders do prohibit gatherings of any more than five individuals. Furthermore, the…
Fort Erie Town Council urges Prime Minister to continue limiting cross-border traffic
FORT ERIE (May 6, 2020) During Monday night’s Special Council meeting, a motion was brought forward by Councillor McDermott to ask the Prime Minister of Canada to continue limiting cross-border traffic to essential traffic only. Following two amendments, a resolution…