Port Colborne will be celebrating the opening of the Welland Canal's 2026 shipping season this weekend
The city's annual 'Top Hat' ceremony will be held at Lock 8 Gateway Park on Sunday morning at 9. Mayor Bill Steele will greet the captain of the first vessel and present them with the martime tradition of a top hat to mark their journey.
Members of the community are also invited to attend a free breakfast before the ceremony at 8, hosted by the Port Colborne Fair Trade Committee.
(Written by: DJ Blokzyl)