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Canada Post Strike Action
Due to the strike action by Canada Post postal workers, mailings for Town of Pelham residents, suppliers and customers will be impacted.
Town of Pelham property owners and residents are responsible for property tax and water payments.
Water Bills: The Town of Pelham’s bi-monthly water bills from July to August, were mailed to residents using Canada Post earlier in September. Residents should have received this bill prior to the current strike action.
The payment due date is 4:30 p.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025.
Payments can be made:
Regular penalties for late payments will apply.
Pre-Authorized Payment: Pre-authorized automatic withdrawal payment plans offer an easy, hassle-free payment option. Payments are always made on-time, avoiding any late payment charges and residents do not have to wait in line to make payments. There are no administration fees or charges by the Town to join any of these plans. To enroll in a pre-authorized payment plan, please visit www.pelham.ca/pap to review the terms and conditions and complete the application form.
Property Tax: Property tax reminders are typically mailed to owners in December. Residents can reach out to the Property Tax Team to inquire about any unpaid balances at taxes@pelham.ca.
Accounts Payable: For any vendor receiving cheque payments delivered by mail, there are expected delays in receiving reimbursement. Vendors may collect their cheques in person by providing valid identification at the time of pickup at Town Hall. Vendors can also enroll in EFT payment to receive payment more efficiently by contacting accountspayable@pelham.ca.
The Town is working to update all impacted addresses from the Canada Post postal code change for all Town accounts. Town staff will update postal codes for water billing, taxes, and accounts payable for impacted residents, no action is required by the homeowner. For a checklist designed to aid residents in updating their addresses elsewhere, click the "Postal Code Changes" text to be directed to the Resident Resources page.
The Town of Pelham proudly announces the completion of its New Official Plan - Picturing Pelham. This project marks a significant milestone for Pelham as it is the first municipality in the Niagara Region to finalize a New Official Plan since the removal of Planning Authority from the Region of Niagara by the Province. On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Town Council adopted By-law No. 28 2025 to approve the New Official Plan. The document will now be submitted to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing for final approval under the Planning Act.
The Town of Pelham is excited to take part once again in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge, running from June 1–30, 2025! Now in its fifth year of running the popular “June 30 for 30” campaign, launched in 2021, Pelham continues to lead the way in building a healthy, active, and connected community.
Pelham, ON – With $2,000 in support from the Niagara Community Foundation Summer Camp grant, additional area youth can attend summer camp in Pelham this year.
The Town of Pelham is launching a new pilot project to operate the concession at the Meridian Community Centre (MCC). This initiative represents a new approach to enhancing services for residents and visitors.
As part of the pilot, the Town is also inviting residents to take part in a short survey to share feedback on their preferences for the concession. The survey includes questions about menu options, operating hours, and overall expectations, and is designed to guide future decisions about the service.
The Town of Pelham is urging homeowners to take immediate preventative steps to continue to help protect the community’s tree canopy from the destructive impacts of the spongy moth (Lymantria dispar dispar), an invasive species currently spreading in the region.
The Town of Pelham is urging homeowners to take immediate preventative steps to continue to help protect the community’s tree canopy from the destructive impacts of the spongy moth (Lymantria dispar dispar), an invasive species currently spreading in the region.
The Town of Pelham’s newly redesigned municipal website, launched in January 2025, has received a Gold Award from the prestigious Hermes Creative Awards, an international competition that recognizes excellence in marketing and communications.
Pelham, ON – The Town of Pelham has partnered with Carousel Players to host a Pop-Up event on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Meridian Community Centre, as part of the activities in advance of the 2025 Niagara Children’s Festival.
The Town of Pelham is excited to announce Earth Week 2025, taking place from April 20 to 26. This week-long event will focus on green initiatives aimed at fostering environmental sustainability within the community. Highlights include a ceremonial tree planting with Earth Day Canada on April 22 and a community-wide clean-up, eco-expo and rain barrel pick-up on April 26.
Upcoming Town of Pelham Ward One Council Vacancy
TAKE NOTICE that a vacancy on Town of Pelham Council for Ward One is anticipated. Council has directed that this vacancy be filled by appointment through a call for applications, in accordance with in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, and Council Vacancy Policy (S201-22).
The vacancy is expected to be formally declared by Council at its meeting on April 16, 2025, and will be effective shortly thereafter. This vacancy follows the recommendation of a sitting Council member for appointment to Niagara Regional Council to fill a vacancy for a Pelham representative. The successful candidate will serve on Council until the end of the current term, which concludes on November 14, 2026.
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be qualified electors under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 and fulfill all of the following requirements:
o Resides in or be the owner or tenant of land in Town of Pelham, or the spouse of such owner or tenant;
o Is a Canadian citizen;
o Is at least 18 years old; and,
o Is not prohibited from voting under Section 17(3) of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 or otherwise by law.
Any qualified individual may submit a completed application package in person to the Clerk or designate, with identification. Application packages will be available online or in-person at 20 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill, ON, by noon on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Applications will be accepted at the Clerk’s Office, 20 Pelham Town Square, Fonthill, during regular business hours from March 31, 2025, until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, by appointment.
An appointment must be scheduled with the Clerk or designate for this purpose.
Applicants may also submit a personal statement of qualification for Council’s consideration. Personal statements must be typewritten in 12-point font on letter-size paper (8½ x 11"), not exceed two (2) pages in length, and include the applicant’s name and address. Statements that do not meet these requirements will not be included in any Council meeting agenda or provided to Council by the Clerk.
Prior to submitting an application, interested individuals should refer to the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 for further details relating to the required qualifications.
Inquiries regarding the council vacancy process may be directed to:
Sarah Leach, Acting Town Clerk
905-980-6657 | sleach@pelham.ca
Sarah Conidi, Deputy Clerk
905-980-6662 | sconidi@pelham.ca
Jodi Legros, Legislative Coordinator
905-980-6664 | jlegros@pelham.ca
Dated this 28th day of March, 2025.
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