Had a great visit with Carolyne Watts, Plant Manager and Gemma Copland, GM’s new Personnel Director Global Propulsion Systems. General Motors Canada continues to invest in the St. Catharines plant, stimulating growth, innovation and good, high-paying jobs. St. Catharines has a long and proud history as an auto city. As a member of the Auto Mayors […]
St. Catharines set for strong economic growth with new strategy Sept. 27, 2017 As the St. Catharines economy continues to evolve, Council has approved a new six year economic development strategy to help retain, grow and attract investment and employment to the community. The 2017-2022 economic development strategy was approved by City Council on Sept. […]
Over the summer I’ve met with many residents across the city and many of you are looking for updates on construction and new development projects. Here are some updates on some of the bigger developments – from the former hospital sites to downtown and Port Dalhousie. I’ll continue to provide updates as St. Catharines continues […]
St. Catharines has a long and proud history as an auto city. We have General Motors who currently employs 1,483 at our Glendale Ave. plant. In addition to auto parts manufacturers – THK (TRW) and Venest Industries – the auto industry directly employs approx. 3,000 in St. Catharines / Niagara alone. Along with the thousands […]
#AskSendzik – Chat about Queenston St. On June 23 I had a great chat with the St. Catharines Standard for our monthly #AskSendzik discussion – a chance to answer questions from the community and talk about some of the biggest news stories from St. Catharines. One of the biggest topics of conversation this week was […]
For many years, Niagara was known as a manufacturing city. With GM, John Deere, many auto parts manufacturers, it’s no secret that the economic downturn hit our economy hard. Now things are changing. The real estate market is booming, GO trains are coming and we are attracting new investment through economic growth, retention and expansion. […]
St. Catharines moving forward with housing action plan June 13, 2017 – The City of St. Catharines is moving forward with a housing action plan to address affordable housing needs in the city. On June 12 Council received a detailed report with 41 potential policy tools and actions the City can use to support affordable […]
St. Catharines listed 7th among top 35 cities to buy real estate April 19, 2017 MoneySense Magazine has placed St. Catharines as one of the top 35 cities in Canada to invest in real estate. According to the 2017 Where To Buy Now rankings which looks at the healthiest real estate markets across Canada, MoneySense […]
Inter-municipal transit speeds up Wednesday By Karena Walter Originally appeared in the St. Catharines Standard, Feb. 17, 2017 http://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/2017/02/17/inter-municipal-transit-speeds-up-wednesday The push for inter-municipal transit is hitting a critical point on Wednesday, says St. Catharines Mayor Walter Sendzik. That’s when city council will be asked to endorse in principle the creation of a consolidated transit system […]
Let’s talk transit Next week Council will be discussing inter-municipal transit. As a region, we’ve been working on this for many years. Now, the cities of St. Catharines, Welland and Niagara Falls have come together with an option to merge our transit systems and expand transit services for the entire Niagara region. It’s a solid […]
St. Catharines is growing and we want to get it right. Come out to a public meeting about intensification and infill this Thursday night to learn more. If you are unable to make the public meeting but would like a say – please submit your comments online at: www.stcatharines.ca/InfillReview. The online survey will be available […]
Earlier this month I was invited to take part in the CHCH News – Meet the Mayor segment on Morning Live. Tune into the interview for updates on: double direct, intermunicipal transit, real estate, Scotties Tournament of Hearts and more.
