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Town of Kingsville’s ‘Walk the Block’ to Take Place this Fall

Walk the Block receives My Main Street support to draw visitors and increase local vibrancy in Kingsville

The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that our Walk the Block was selected for My Main Street Community Activator support for a multi-faceted, collaborative initiative that promotes community connection by encouraging residents and visitors to actively engage on Main Street Kingsville.

The Walk the Block includes several components to draw people into the Main Street core of Town this fall, including:

  • The Carnegie Green will see some new additions and act as a designated gathering space for organized or casual community use.
  • A map of Main Street businesses and landmarks will encourage all to stay and explore.
  • Revitalized, multi-season street lighting, signage, and permanent planters will welcome visitors.
  • Residents and tourists will be able to experience the storytelling of Kingsville’s unique history through a digital, self-guided story map that will highlight the places and faces that created our Town.
  • A series of community block parties will enable new stories to unfold and be told for years to come.

Support through My Main Street enables Main Street Kingsville to grow brighter while staying connected to its roots, inspiring all to experience Kingsville’s charm one step at a time. Visit the Town of Kingsville’s social media platforms for project updates and learn more at kingsville.ca.

My Main Street is built on the principle of supporting community economic development and creating vibrant and diverse neighbourhoods which will enhance the overall quality of life for residents while also promoting sustainable and inclusive community development. My Main Street is delivered by the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI), and supported by a Government of Canada investment through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to foster the stabilization and revitalization of main streets across southern Ontario. Learn more about the My Main Street program at mymainstreet.ca.

“Kingsville’s main street core is a hub for business, community and visitors. We were thrilled to be awarded My Main Street Community Activator support and we thank CUI, with support from the Government of Canada, for investing in the economic development of our town and helping us to expand our tourism sector.”

–       Dennis Rogers, Mayor of Town of Kingsville

“This initiative not only aims to enhance the vibrancy of our Main Street area but also fosters collaboration with the Town of Kingsville’s Economic Development and Tourism department and the Kingsville BIA. Together, we are committed to creating a positive impact for local businesses and improving walkability, ensuring that our Main Street becomes a welcoming destination for everyone.”

–       Jodie McIntrye, Kingsville BIA Coordinator

“A community’s resilience is anchored in its main street, and investing in them fosters economic prosperity and growth. Projects like Kingsville’s Walk the Block, supported through My Main Street’s Community Activator stream, use intentional and creative placemaking to revitalize their neighborhoods and public spaces. Our program’s investment provides an opportunity for local change makers to build healthy, robust main street communities, and drive social cohesion and economic recovery where it’s needed most.”

–       Mary W. Rowe, CEO and President, Canadian Urban Institute

“CUI, with support from the Government of Canada, is investing in community projects, such as the Town of Kingsville’s Walk the Block. Projects like this attract visitors to our main streets, support local businesses, and revitalize our communities – helping shops, restaurants and local economies thrive. Together, we’re building stronger, more vibrant communities.”

–      The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

Associated Links

Media Contacts

Sue Rice

Economic Development & Tourism Officer
The Town of Kingsville
srice@Kingsville.ca

Samantha Staresincic

Communications Portfolio Manager
My Main Street
Media@mymainstreet.ca

Edward Hutchinson

Press Secretary
Office of the Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
edward.hutchinson@feddevontario.gc.ca

Background:

About My Main Street: The My Main Street program has returned in 2024 with an additional Government of Canada investment, building on an initial investment in 2021, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to spur local economic recovery. To date, the initial 2021 investment has supported nearly 4,500 businesses and organizations, nearly 7,500 jobs and leveraged nearly $19 million in additional investment. The funding aims to revitalize neighbourhood main streets with a healthy retail mix while generating inclusive economic opportunities. The program now features two streams – the Business Sustainability Program stream and the Community Activator stream. My Main Street is delivered by the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI).

About Canadian Urban Institute (CUI): The Canadian Urban Institute is a leading organization dedicated to advancing urban solutions. CUI collaborates with city builders, researchers, and community leaders to create thriving, equitable, and sustainable urban spaces across Canada.

About FedDev Ontario: For 15 years, the Government of Canada, through FedDev Ontario, has worked to advance and diversify the southern Ontario economy through funding opportunities and business services that support innovation, growth and job creation in Canada’s most populous region. The Agency has delivered impressive results, which can be seen in southern Ontario businesses that are creating innovative technologies, improving productivity, growing revenues, creating jobs, and in the economic advancement of communities across the region. Learn more about the impacts the Agency is having in southern Ontario by exploring our pivotal projects, our Southern Ontario Spotlight, and FedDev Ontario’s TwitterFacebookInstagram and LinkedIn.

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