St. Catharines, Lincoln team up to win provincial tourism award

The City of St. Catharines and the Town of Lincoln have been recognized with an Economic Development Council of Ontario Award of Excellence for visitor attraction and tourism development.

The award, presented at the 2026 EDCO Conference in Toronto, highlights the municipalities’ innovative urban-rural partnership and the creation of a shared Destination Marketing Organization.

Officials say the collaboration has strengthened regional tourism, supported local businesses, and positioned both communities as a leading Niagara destination.

(Written by: Brandon Warby)