The Government of Canada and the City of Port Colborne announced on March 23, 2026, a combined $140,000 investment to build a new wetland and walking paths at Centennial Park in Port Colborne, Ontario. The project will create a natural space to manage rainwater and snow melt while providing a new outdoor area for residents to enjoy.
The work includes the construction of a 6,100 square-metre wetland and 450 metres of gravel walking paths. Workers will also plant native trees and shrubs to help the area act as a natural sponge that absorbs runoff and protects nearby homes from flooding.
The federal government is providing $48,800 for the project, with the city contributing the remaining $91,200. This funding comes from a national program that supports using nature to help communities stay safe from the effects of climate change and protect local wildlife.
Port Colborne is currently one of the fastest-growing municipalities in the Niagara Region. As more housing is built, the new wetland will help manage the extra water that comes with new development and ensure the community remains resilient as it expands.
