The winter weather is upon us, and residents can help speed up snow removal in the following ways: Park vehicles off the street when possible. When clearing driveways and sidewalks, shovel snow onto lawns, not onto the road. Avoid parking your vehicle on the sidewalk. Decorative items positioned near sidewalks […]
The Town of Essex is pleased to announce that Horizon Investment Holdings Ltd. has been selected as the successful proponent of the recent Request for Proposals (RFP) process for the purchase and redevelopment of the former Harrow High School property, located at 45 Wellington Street in Harrow, Ontario. The redevelopment […]
The Town of Essex is pleased to have been awarded “Charged for Change” funding through Aviva Canada in partnership with Earth Day Canada. Charged for Change is a program that provides funding for public electric vehicle (EV) charging installations in communities across Canada with limited or no access to EV infrastructure. The program will […]
As owners of a Licensed Short-Term Rental Unit (STRU) approach the completion of their initial three-year (3) licensing term, they are required to renew their licence to continue operating their STRU. The STRU licence renewal process is part of the Town of Essex’s implemented system of zoning regulations and licensing […]
The new Community Safety & Policing Act (the Act) came into effect on April 1, 2024, changing the nature and composition of Police Service Boards (PSB) by reconstituting them as Detachment Boards corresponding to OPP Detachments. For the Essex County Detachment, there are now two boards, with the North Board representing the […]
At its September 15, 2025 Regular Council Meeting, Council for the Town of Essex declared the following property as surplus land in accordance with By-Law 855 (Policies and Procedures for the Sale and Disposition of Surplus Lands): Legal Description: 36 Queen Street (PT LT 36 PL 180 Colchester as in […]
The Town of Essex invites residents to attend the Harrow Fairground Master Plan Open House to review and provide feedback the proposed concept plans for the Harrow Fairgrounds. The Open House will take place on Thursday, October 30 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Harrow Arena located at […]
Join Essex Fire & Rescue to celebrate Fire Prevention Week with an open house at all 3 stations! In support of Fire Prevention Week, this free event is a great opportunity for residents to meet our local firefighters, explore fire trucks and equipment, and learn about fire safety! The event […]
Councillor Kim Verbeek is inviting 16 residents of the Town of Essex to take part in a CPR training course – free of charge. The program is being offered to teach residents how to be prepared in case of an emergency. CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is a skill that anybody […]
Harrow and Colchester recently experienced significant rainfall, resulting in a flash flood in some areas. The Town of Essex would like to reassure residents that during this event, all municipal infrastructure—including stormwater systems and pump stations—operated as intended. Town staff and contractors worked diligently throughout the storm to monitor and […]
The Town of Essex is pleased to introduce a new initiative designed to enhance the lives of older adults in the community: the Zoomers Essex Active Lunch and Learn (Z.E.A.L.L.) program. The program is made possible through the generous funding from the Province of Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program. Beginning […]
As a result of the successful Jane’s Walk Tour that took place in the Town of Essex earlier this year, the Town of Essex has launched an online interactive tool to explore heritage sites within the Town. This allows for an accessible and engaging virtual experience for all residents who […]
The Town of Essex is inviting residents, community members, and stakeholders to take part in a focus group that will help refine the Colchester Secondary Plan – an important part of our updated Official Plan. We’re looking to create a small, diverse group to represent a wide range of perspectives […]
The Town of Essex is participating in an emergency preparedness training exercise from March 14 to 21, 2025, in collaboration with Windsor Regional Hospital, the City of Windsor, the County of Essex, the Town of Amherstburg, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, and provincial and international partners. This initiative simulates a coordinated […]
Get ready for the ultimate movie night under the stars! August 17 at 6 p.m. Back by popular demand, our Outdoor Movie in the Park returns to Colchester on August 17th. This event is being put on by the Town of Essex. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join […]
Administration has recently conducted a downtown vacancy study to assess the state of our rural main streets. The first study was conducted during the summer of 2017, the second in the summer of 2022, and the most recent assessment completed during the spring of 2024. The Town of Essex has […]