Welland Recreational Canal — Attraction in Welland

Welland is gonna clear cut the west side of the canal for a big residential development - and some retail and commercial space. Oh it'll be connected somehow to Seaway Mall....super idea, except it's at least half empty. Shouldn't that be filled up before building more useless retail space? There will be a pedestrian bridge across the canal....so be careful if you're out paddling - it'll be a perfect spot for degenerates to drop stuff on you. Of course local roads are narrow and crumbling, and nothing will be done about that. But the city will get a whopping $500k over ten years from the developer! Whoo hoo. That'll definitely cover all the future maintenance costs and make up for increased traffic, destruction of nature and probably pollution of the canal. Looking forward to the inevitable complaints about displaced coyotes in residential neighbourhoods. Thought there was some committee supposed to protect the canal area, but I guess not. If you're thinking of moving to Niagara for the natural beauty...hahahaha they've cut...

A great inner city 4 KM (one way) island trail between Welland River and the Welland Recreational Canal in the historic downtown core. Good for vigorous, fresh air, outdoor walking, biking, rollerblading or assisted conveyance. Well treed, paved and level for any age and ability. A second parallel route, more natural pathway and slightly uneven but easy walking. You can even walk with the Mayor on Monday mornings at 7:30 AM! (5 stars for a city trail - even though I like rugged conservation and wilderness...

I was born near the first and second Welland canals on Ontario st. in St.Catharines Ont.Lived in Port Weller East near lock 1 fourth canal.Watch my Ulster grandfather drain and open the gates at lock 2 fourth canal.home taken by seaway from my dad east of St.Catharines 1966,for the Fifth Welland Canal which was shelved by the Ontario...