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Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development is back with another Megasite update!
Today, we’re braving the brisk weather at the northwest corner of the PowerCo site to check out the progress on Yarmouth Yards Earthworks and Servicing – Phase 2 (YYES2). 🚜 What’s happening? ✅ Electric Avenue extension – stretching north to Ron McNeill Line ✅ New roundabouts – including one at the north parking lot entrance ✅ Stormwater management ponds – major excavation and infrastructure work ✅ Concrete headwalls & pipes – improving drainage and site prep Big shoutout to Blue-Con Construction for keeping the momentum going in 2025! Stay tuned for more updates on the St. Thomas Megasite!
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Join us for another fascinating dive into the history of St. Thomas, Ontario!
In this episode, Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development joins Councillor Steve Peters to explore the rich history of our city's parks. Did you know St. Thomas didn’t have public parks until the 1870s? From the early days of kids playing in Kettle Creek to the establishment of Waterworks Park in 1890 and Pinafore Park in 1898, our green spaces have played a crucial role in the city's growth. Discover how railways, community vision, and even a Gilbert and Sullivan play helped shape our beloved parks! 🏞 Highlights in This Video: ✅ How the railway movement led to St. Thomas’ first public parks ✅ The origins of Waterworks Park and its iconic lily ponds ✅ The fascinating history behind Pinafore Park and its baseball legacy ✅ The expansion of recreational spaces, from disc golf to pickleball St. Thomas is lucky to have such a rich parkland heritage, and we’re excited to share it with you! We are back on site at Yarmouth Yards next week! Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development as he is joined once again by Councillor Steve Peters for another deep dive into the history of St. Thomas!
This week, we’re exploring the city’s eastward expansion, the industrial land acquisitions that shaped St. Thomas, and the shift toward automotive growth. 🛤️ From the rise and decline of the railways to the city’s strategic push for industrial development, Steve takes us through key annexations—from 1922 to the modern-day expansion for PowerCo. 🔹 Key Highlights: ✔️ Industrial land expansion starting in 1922 ✔️ Transition from rail to automotive industry ✔️ Major annexations in the 1960s, 1990s, and 2023 ✔️ Steve’s personal connection to the city’s growth 📌 Don’t miss this fascinating look at how St. Thomas evolved into the city it is today! You've heard of Hell's Half Acre, but what about Devil's Half Acre?
In this episode, we're back with Councillor "Professor" Steve Peters in front of the historic expansion map of St. Thomas, diving into a pivotal moment in the city's history—the arrival of the railway in 1870. 🚂 When the Canada Southern Railway and Great Western Railway were announced, St. Thomas and Elgin County went all-in, investing heavily to secure their place on the map. But there was one problem—the town didn’t have the land needed to accommodate the railway’s shops and stations. So what happened? Learn all about it along with: 🌳 Street naming and what areas of town were influenced by specific themes 🏢 How Talbot Street became the heart of the city’s commerce and industry 🔥 And what’s the deal with the Devil’s Half Acre, and the infamous Canada Southern Hotel that resisted annexation until 1913? Join us as we uncover the impact of the railway, the continued growth that shaped the city, and the industrial boom that followed. |
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