viewing platform

Ships use the Canal to sail between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, otherwise impassable because of Niagara Falls.

It takes 93,000,000 litres of water, the equivalent of over 600,000 bathtubs, to raise or lower ships.

Lock 3 is 14.2M (46.5ft) high and 261.8m (856ft) long

back view canals centre

Welland Canals Centre

You won't get any closer to a Great Lakes Ship unless you're a sailor yourself! See ships from around the world - UP CLOSE - as they navigate Lock 3 on their way through the St. Lawrence Seaway System. Our observation desk is always FREE.

Step inside our centre for a fascinating look at the history and engineering behind the Canal that opened up North America's industrial heartland.

Welland Canal Corridor

The Welland Canal Corridor (land that surrounds the canal includes viewing platforms) recreational trails and waterways, cycling routes, picnic area, historic ruins, museums, displays, beaches, restaurants, accommodations, and a scenic driving route through four cities from lake to lake.

Passageway for the World

The five Great Lakes comprise the largest and most far-reaching inland waterway in the world. From the Atlantic Ocean ships can travel 2,000 kilometres (1,300 miles) inland to the edge of the Great Prairies. The Welland Canal allows ships to defy the Falls and conquer the Niagara Escarpment in order to continue through the Great Lakes system.

FREE Admission

Interactive Centre

Step inside our centre for a fascinating look at the history and engineering behind the Canal that opened up North America's industrial heartland.

Display Case bridge display ship display ship display

Add More

Add a fun food machine with
50 servings for $89.27. Choose from popcorn, cotton candy OR Snow Cone (ice not included)

AVAILABLE TIMES

Fridays from 5pm-8pm

Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 2pm OR from 2pm to 5pm

Weekday bookings from 4pm-7pm are subject to availability

MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS

25 participants Burgoyne Room

40 participants Interactive Centre

To book: phone 905-984-8880 ext. 224 e-mail

Party at the Centre!

Let your child experience the excitement of a part at the Welland Canals Centre. Check out our special packages, available for many ages

Inflatable Madness

All inflatable packages include a 3 hour room rental at the Welland Canals Centre @ Lock 3 in the Interactive Centre or Burgoyne Room

Fun Express Train Station...$474.25

(10 years and up)

Oceans Playland...$331.87

(8 years and up)

Sports Package...$417.75

includes foosball table and air hockey

Bearly Stuffed Package

Package One...$27.95/child (minimum 6)

includes bear, outfit, wishing star, birth certificate



Package Two...$14.95/child (minimum 6)

includes bear, wishing star, birth certificate

PLUS a 2 hour room rental for $52.50

Ball Hockey Packages

One hour room rental included

Package A...$131.25

includes 1 hour rink rental, 24 slice pepperoni pizza OR 12 hot dogs, 12 cans of pop

Package B...$157.50

includes 1 hour rink rental, two 24 slice pepperoni pizza OR 24 hot dogs, 24 cans of pop

Use of the Welland Canals Centre's furniture, including tables and chairs is included wit the cost of facility rental. The WCC ensures the facility is clean and set up according to the floor plan submitted. We also take down and clean the facility after your event at no extra charge. Additional charges will apply for damages and if additional cleaning is required.