Council says no to $2 flat rate and yes to 4 percent tax
It's going to get a little pricier to stay at a hotel or Airbnb in St. Catharines.
City council agreeing yesterday to a new tax on overnight stays that is expected to bring in one million dollars in revenue annually.
Guests at hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts and short term rentals will be charged an additional four percent on their bill.
The Municipal Accommodation Tax will go into effect August 1st.
Man Charged with More Offences Against Children
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Opposition to Notwithstanding Clause Removed
Regional councillor says clause gives power to those wanting to move homeless camps
NRP Looking into Niagara Falls Disturbance
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Attempted Murder Charges Laid After Collision
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UPDATE: Bodies Recovered From Plane vs. Helicopter Crash
The American Airlines jet collided with the US Army Blackhawk helicopter midair.
By-election Process Begins in Port Dalhousie
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Niagara Catholic Outstanding Place to Work: Report
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Police Intercept Human Smuggling at Border
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