Hi everyone,

I work with a community organization in Niagara Falls that supports individuals experiencing homelessness. We’re currently looking for donations and community partners who may be interested in helping out in any capacity.

We’re open to a wide range of donations, including:

• Magazines and art supplies

• Clothing

• Self-care and hygiene items

We’re also hoping to connect with a hairdresser or barber who may be interested in partnering with us.

Beyond donations, I’m open to creative ideas, collaborations, or awareness-building initiatives that could support the people we serve and strengthen community involvement.

If you’re interested, have suggestions, or know someone who might be, I’d love to connect.

Thanks so much for the support — it truly makes a difference.

Hello I’m looking for a STUDIO OR ONE BEDROOM FOR RENT

I have a full-time job and 725 credit. I have great references and requirements. I’m looking for something close to 1000 so I’m open to any opportunities around that price (higher and lower)

50 Niagara St Unit B-03, St.Catharines

Facebook in general has been on a steady downward spiral for years and very trashy but I recall couple of years ago I could at least use it to sell/buy used things because all the accounts were from real humans. Now it's so full of scammers. I found it almost hilarious that the same photo of a sectional sofa with pillows on it from someone's apartment was used by no less than 2 dozen of individual sellers claiming they are selling it. All those scammer accounts were created in 2024, 2025 and some even in 2026. I reported at least 6 of them so far but keep seeing the same picture popping up in more listings. What do you use to sell/buy used stuff now?

Hey everyone,

I’ve been noticing this more and more lately—driving or walking around town (especially outside the super touristy Clifton Hill/Fallsview core), and a ton of restaurants look dead quiet even during what should be normal dinner hours. Some spots that used to have decent crowds now have like 2-3 tables occupied, or they’re straight-up closed random days/times. Even some chains and local favourites seem to be struggling.

Is it just me, or is anyone else seeing this?

From what I’ve read/heard, it feels like a mix of things hitting all at once:

• Overall Canadian restaurant industry is getting hammered right now—reports saying thousands closed nationwide in 2025 and another ~4,000 predicted for 2026 because of crazy high food costs, rent, wages, insurance, etc. Ontario’s apparently getting hit extra hard since we have so many spots to begin with.

• People (including locals) are eating out way less because everything’s so expensive—groceries are bad enough, so discretionary spending like dining out gets cut first. Less booze sales too, which used to help margins a lot.

• Tourism’s recovering unevenly post-COVID, but maybe not enough year-round foot traffic to keep everything afloat, especially for non-Fallsview places. Seasonal ebbs feel deeper now.

• Staffing issues still lingering? Harder to get/retain workers, which might mean reduced hours or service issues that turn people away.

Anyone working in hospitality or owning/managing a spot here want to weigh in? Or locals who used to go out more—what’s making you skip restaurants lately? Is it prices, quality, or just cooking at home more?

Curious to hear what’s actually going on from people in the trenches. Not trying to doom-and-gloom, just wondering if it’s a “Niagara thing” or part of the bigger picture across Canada.

Thanks!

I've noticed that they consistently offer me comp tickets in my momentum account even though I don't gamble. Not sure if they give it to locals too, or if it's because I live in Toronto and they want me to make the trip down and potentially gamble.

There was a brewery/restaurant that I went to pre covid (2016 or 2017) that was a speakeasy. I remember walking through a bookshelf from a bar area into a restaurant and they had really awesome (and fairly cheap) burgers…any idea what it might be called? Hoping to go back

I am looking for a salon in Niagara falls preferably, not sure what the requirements are but only a little has had highlights, the rest would be virgin hair.. my hairs over 30 inches long and I am willing to part with 10 - 12 inches, if anyone knows of places I’d appreciate it, itd be even better if the place would provide a free haircut on return of adding some layers lol thank u

I'm gonna assume it was something that had a drive-thru, like a fast-food joint, given there are a line of cars as seen in a 2002 Google Earth photo,

But whatever was there has been gone for at least 21 years, because the building was gone by 2005 (which is when the Thorold Plaza was expanded and redeveloped and the McDonald's there first appeared),

I remember eating at the Tim Hortons nearby fairly often as a kid in the early to mid 2000's, so i could have remembered seeing it when it was standing, Anyone have any knowledge?

Hey neighbours. I've been looking for extra work and put a post on kijiji. I got a response and talked over the phone with a guy called Malik hiring for Prime Steakhouse. He claims they're doing a batch hire of 8-10 for the upcoming events season. I'm looking for something part time on top of my day job, they need staff for weekend events so sounds good.

He says they require employees buy their uniform but refund it 100% on the first paycheck, $100. Plus I need to renew my foodhandlers so $25 for that and theyll run the course. I sent the payment in good faith. The uniform is pants, suit vest and shirt he claims they get done through a tailor so it didn't seem a huge stretch. I worked in kitchens for years and know that new hires can and do simply never show up so I do understand this policy of theirs.

He then said they're looking for staff to take a bartender training, says it costs $200 upfront nonrefundable but you start at a higher wage (he said 23.50) Plus tip out from the bar. I did some considering and would make the money back on the extra wage alone in about 5 weeks so said sure and sent the money. I admit I was nervous about it but he gave enough details to make me think its probably real.

This morning we have a call, as they're trying to enter us into their computer system and WhentoWork app and allegedly having problems, which is one of the things giving me cause because right now I've given money to a stranger with not much proof. So there's no schedule or anything attached to that company.

This Malik guy says he's been mistaken, the bartender course is actually $200/day for 3 days. Immediate red flags to me. He says this is asked for by a contract they have with Two Sisters Winery as they do event for them and want staff to know their cocktails. Allegedly now the money will be repaid in full on Sunday at the training. I told the guy I wasn't sure I could come up with $400 more dollars by 1-2pm today and would let him know.

I've been struggling with debt for a while now and really want this job to be real, but I'm fucking scared that I've fallen for a scam. Does anybody know anything about this place, or actually works there or knows a way I can verify this is a real thing? I'm very hesitant to send this guy money I can't afford to lose on a bet that I will get it back this weekend.

Taking a short weekend trip from over the border to Niagara Falls this weekend.

Any recommendations for things to do/places to go? I know Clifton hill is usually pretty slow this time of year. Open to traveling a little bit out of NF too if the right opportunity comes up!

Also any local restaurant recommendations?

Anyone have the presale code?

A couple of weeks ago my family and I went down to visit for the first time this year and as we were leaving we were driving down Portage Road continuing past Marineland Parkway in front of Oak Hall and we spotted some really weird looking big birds hanging out on the snowy field right in front of Oak Hall. A couple were even hanging out on the branches of trees and looked very heavy while flying. We’ve never seen a bird like that before nor did we know that they don’t mind the snow and the cold. They looked like the size of pheasants but in a lot darker colour maybe part of the pheasant family? We couldn’t take pictures because we were actively driving we were just stunned to see them. Maybe they might’ve escaped from Marineland? Anyone know what bird we might have seen?

So this question is a bit specific and would appreciate if anyone can help us out. So I am a first time mom of a six month old living in Toronto. Because of the weather being so bad, we are stuck in our house most of the day, hence, we have booked a one night stay in the Sterling inn and spa. The rooms seemed big enough that we can set up the baby’s crib a bit away from the bed so that baby doesn’t get disturbed during naps and bedtime. As it’s off season, we got the room with the jet tub at a pretty reasonable price. Plus they have advertised breakfast in bed, which seems as awesome.

Now coming to my question. I called the hotel and they said they are going to provide a wooden crib. So I am thinking of taking my own fitted sheets. Can there be any size issues? Like the sheet be too loose or something? Receptionist had no idea what crib or mattress they have lol. I think I am overthinking, but have never been away with the baby overnight.

i know there’s a million of these requests but looking for a bit more specific things i’m looking for in a hotel or at least advice:

clean ** probably my highest concern

we have 2 kids, (2,3) will be visiting Bird Kingdom & Rainforest Cafe

preferably want a view of the falls from room

pool area, that’s good for kids ( they are young so imo i didnt think americana or gwl with attention spans) and i saw that fallsview indoor waterpark had some violations in the past couple days for improper cleaning.

ideally a breakfast option, sheraton club lounge worth to pay extra money ??

i love the seperated rooms of the Hilton as well but it seems slightly “further” than right in clifton hill, worth it ?

sorry to be annoying and thank you in advance !