Message from the MAYOR
Welcome to the vibrant and welcoming City of Welland. We are dedicated to fostering strong relationships with our community and investors to achieve intelligent and attainable development.
Welland is experiencing exponential growth, and we’re excited about the future. We’re attracting modern, innovative, and diverse industries.
From parks and playgrounds to housing developments and retail spaces, many are now calling Welland the heart of Niagara. With our beautiful and accessible recreational canal, our city boasts one of the more unique features in the Niagara Region. Our canal waterfront lands are developed with innovative, functional, and adaptive features benefitting the entire community.
Welland’s growth isn’t restricted to housing units or population; it encompasses strategic policy approaches to enhance the quality of life for our residents of today and the tens of thousands we will welcome in the near future. Initiatives such as the Welland Community Trails Strategy, corporate rebranding, and Official Plan updates all author new chapters of our growing city.
With a strategic commitment to redevelop the canal lands and waterway, invest in our financial management and sustainability practices, and focus on job creation, community engagement, and health and well-being, the City of Welland continues to focus on setting itself apart from other municipalities in Niagara. Our goal remains to create a unique, memorable experience for those who live, work, play, and invest in our city.
In the following pages, you’ll find out precisely what makes Welland a truly remarkable community. And, once you’re done reading about it, I invite you to come out and see the city for yourself. You won’t be disappointed.
Are you ready to dive into Welland?
– Frank Campion,
Mayor
Message from the Acting CAO
Welcome to Welland, a city on the rise where opportunity drives progress and innovation shapes our future.
As Acting Chief Administrative Officer, I am inspired by the energy, optimism, and ambition that define this community. Welland is moving forward with purpose—embracing smart growth, attracting investment, and creating spaces where people and businesses can thrive.
Our focus is on building a city that meets the needs of today while preparing for tomorrow. Through thoughtful planning and bold vision, we are investing in modern infrastructure, sustainable development, and the tools that support a strong, resilient economy.
We are enhancing connectivity, expanding active transportation networks, and reimagining how residents move through and experience our city. These investments strengthen the local economy, improve access to amenities, and ensure that Welland continues to grow as a place where people want to live, work, and play.
At the heart of this growth is our commitment to quality of life. We are fostering vibrant neighbourhoods, expanding green spaces, and promoting wellness through recreation, accessibility, and active living. By prioritizing health, safety, and environmental sustainability, we are building a community that supports both physical and mental well-being—a place where residents feel connected, supported, and proud to belong.
As we look ahead, innovation will continue to guide our approach. From digital transformation to green infrastructure, we are embracing new technologies and partnerships that make city services more efficient, transparent, and responsive to the community’s needs. Every decision we make is rooted in sustainability, inclusion, and long-term prosperity.
The future of Welland is bright because of the people who call it home. Creative thinkers, hard workers, and community builders all contribute to a culture of collaboration and possibility. Together, we are shaping a city that welcomes new ideas, celebrates innovation, and creates opportunity for everyone—while ensuring that Welland remains a healthy, active, and enriching place to live.
This is a defining moment for Welland. Change is happening, growth is accelerating, and the possibilities ahead are extraordinary. The best is not just coming; it is already underway.
Jessica Ruddell
Acting Chief Administrative Officer