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The latest updates from us and stories about Port Cares in the news!

Port Cares CEO Announces Retirement As Board Begins Search For New Executive Director

Port Cares CEO Christine Clark Lafleur announces retirement after over a decade of service, as the Board of Directors begins search for a new executive director to lead the agency forward.

Canal Days 50/50 Early Bird Winner Announced as Jackpot Surges Past $12,000

K. Kortekaas of St. Catharines, Ont., with ticket number 130932, was drawn as the winner of a new 43-inch Hisense 4K Smart TV during a Facebook Live event hosted by Port Cares on Friday, July 18.

As Food Insecurity Reaches Crisis Levels, Local South Niagara Food Bank Urgently Calls for Support

Port Cares is calling on the community to step up and make a difference by taking part in the Canal Days 50/50 draw, now live and already over $7,000 and growing.

Jungbunzlauer Canada Gifts $45,000+ to Help Port Cares Launch A Greenhouse Operation to Supply Foodbank with Fresh Produce

Port Cares to launch a vertical grow greenhouse at our Reach Out Centre, made possible by a generous $45,500 donation from Jungbunzlauer Canada.

National Retailer Steps Up to Assist Local Charity in Uncertain Times

National retailer Leon’s Furniture Limited is pushing back against the trend with a $10,000 donation to Port Cares’ Reach Out Centre Food Bank in Port Colborne for the purchase of food for families.

Heather Schmitz Wins $27,430 in Port Cares Spring Ka-Ching 50/50 Draw

Port Cares is excited to share the news of our Spring 2025 Ka-Ching 50/50 draw winner – congratulations to Heather Schmitz, who takes home an incredible $27,430 with ticket number #148309!