Kingsville Times

Kingsville Town Council meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month, with the exception of July, August and December as per the Town’s Procedure By-law. 2022 is also an Election Year with Election Day on October 24th, 2022. Meetings in October and November have also been revised to account […]

Tomorrow (January 7. 2022) is the last day for Christmas Tree pick-up. If you require a pick-up, please call the Town at 519-733-2305 before 3:00 pm on January 7, 2022, to coordinate with staff. Kingsville also provides several Christmas Tree Drop off depots, which will remain open until January 30, […]

Council will meet to deliberate the 2022 Draft Budget on January 12, 2022, January 19, 2022, and (if needed) January 26, 2022. “The proposed draft budget holds the line on Capital spending while attempting to address significant Operating challenges such as inflation,” said Director of Financial Services Ryan McLeod. “According […]

Kingsville is extending the Fantasy of Lights Festival by keeping the lights on at Lakeside Park and Cottam Rotary Park until January 26, 2022. The Festival was initially set to conclude on January 4, 2022. “We could all use a little extra brightness in our lives right now,” said Kingsville […]

On January 3, 2022, the Ontario government announced plans to temporarily impose restrictions on businesses, private gatherings, and other activities. The Ontario government’s decision is in response to recent trends that show the highly transmissible Omicron variant increasing COVID-19 hospitalizations throughout the province. The Town of Kingsville will continue to […]

A garbage collection date is missing from Kingsville’s 2021 Collection Calendar. The calendar does not show a garbage collection scheduled on Friday, December 31, 2021. Please note that if your street receives its weekly collection on Fridays, your garbage will be picked up on December 31, 2021, as typically scheduled. We […]

We’re looking back at highlights from the past year. From capital projects to community events to new initiatives we’ve undertaken to make our Town a progressive and prosperous place: we’ve accomplished a lot this year, Kingsville! Check out the Kingsville Ontario Year End Review for 2021. Read this news update on our website

The Town of Kingsville is undertaking budget deliberations for the proposed 2022 Budget on the following dates: Wednesday, January 12, 2022 – 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, January 19, 2022 – 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday, January 26, 2022 – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (tentative) – only […]

Notice to residents: The Municipal Office will be closed for the holidays on December 24, 27, 28, 31 and January 3, 2022. Feel free to visit us at www.kingsville.ca, where many of our services can be accessed online. We hope you have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year.

We recently conducted a survey to see if there is an appetite for adding another yard waste collection date before the end of the year. Based on the number of responses received and the overall cost of providing the additional pick up, the Town has opted not to organize this […]

The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its December 21, 2021 meeting. The meeting begins at 6:00 pm. To provide a comment, please follow the directions identified in the linked notification letter. VL County Rd 27 E – Lot Addition – B/20/21 239 Queen St – Reduce Rear […]

Families can place an animal-friendly ornament on the Carnegie Christmas Tree from December 6, 2021 – December 11, 2021. Or you can leave the decoration at the Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre for Parks and Recreation and Kingsville Fire and Rescue personnel to place on the tree on your behalf. Please […]

Saturday, December 11, 2021 9 am – 2 pm Red Apple (33 Division N) Join Kingsville Fire & Rescue at Red Apple and help them fill a fire truck with toys. These donations will be given to Leamington & Area Toys 4 Tots, a local group of volunteers whose goal is to […]

It’s Time to Light up the Town! Where: The Town of Kingsville Who: 1) Residential homes with addresses in Kingsville, Cottam, and Ruthven 2) Business storefronts & properties with addresses in Kingsville, Cottam, and Ruthven Categories: 1) Residential – presented by the Williams Light Show in memory of Lois Williams (People’s […]

The Windsor Essex County Health Unit has issued a Letter of Instruction in response to rising COVID-19 cases in our region. The Health Unit identifies new limitations on indoor gatherings within the letter, which come into effect on Friday, December 10, 2021. As a result, the Town of Kingsville has decided to proactively […]

There is a water main break at 540 County Road 34 in Cottam. Staff are on-site for the repair, and we have reduced traffic to a single lane. The water main has been temporarily shut off. We have notified residents in the affected area of the service disruption through the […]

The Town of Kingsville is in the final stages of completing the water main tie-in on Road 2 E. We temporarily shut down a 24” transmission main to facilitate the process. Staff are working with Union Water to minimize service disruptions. However, this main feeds a large distribution area, and […]

Updated: POSTPONED: Notice of Complete Application and Public Meeting: Zoning By-Law Amendment Postponed Application The following application was scheduled for Council consideration at its December 13, 2021 meeting, however, it has been postponed until further notice. 174 County Road 27 W, a Zoning By-Law amendment to permit a secondary dwelling […]

There is a water main break in front of 95 Victoria Ave between Wellington Street and Grace Street. Drivers should avoid the area if possible. After completing the repair on the water main break at Stonehedge Drive and Long Crescent, staff will attend to this break. Read this news update on our […]

Kingsville is pleased to announce that it has reached a new collective agreement with its full-time union employees. IBEW Local 636 members ratified the contract on Tuesday evening. “Our union employees are the heart and soul of our organization, and they work hard to deliver services throughout the community,” said […]

The 18th Annual Santa Claus Parade is this Saturday, November 20, 2021. Jasperson Drive will close at 4:00 pm to allow for parade staging, and sections of Main Street East, Division Street South and Park Street will close at 5:30 pm. All connecting side streets along the route will be […]

The agenda for the Monday, November 22, 2021 Council Meeting is now available online at http://ow.ly/1Qsz50GQQxW In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Council is meeting in-person in Council Chambers, however, members of the public can continue to view the meeting via livestream at www.kingsville.ca/livestream. Photo by Chris Anson

TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will, pursuant to Subsection 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, hold a Special Closed Session Meeting on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at 5:30 PM. The purpose of the meeting is to enter into Closed Session to consider matters […]

The Town of Kingsville is making it more convenient to apply for Burn Permits with its newly launched online portal at kingsville.burnpermits.com. All open-air fires require an approved permit under the Town’s BY-LAW 57-2019. Property owners can create an account to access the online application form. Once the application process […]

Kingsville is excited to present the 18th Annual Santa Claus Parade on November 20, 2021, at 6:00 pm in Downtown Kingsville. During the parade, Kingsville Fire and Rescue will be collecting toys to donate to the Kingsville and Gosfield South Goodfellows. “We want to ensure every child in our community […]

Kingsville’s Remembrance Day Service is in front of the cenotaph at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 (145 Division St S.) on November 11, 2021, at 11:00 am. As the service is outdoors, it is open to the public. Please note, the Legion will not host any activities indoors following the service this […]

The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its November 16, 2021 meeting. The meeting begins at 6:00 pm. To provide a comment, please follow the directions identified in the linked notification letter. VL County Rd 14, Application for a Lot Addition, B/19/21 VL County Rd 27 […]

The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that the first phase of returning to in-person Council meetings begins on November 8, 2021. Council members and Senior Administration will attend in person, with additional staff, presenters, and delegates continuing to participate via Zoom. Members of the public can continue to […]

The Town of Kingsville’s Winter Control policies are in effect from November 15 to April 15 each year, during which time there is no on-street parking permitted between midnight and 6:00 am during winter snow events. The Town also asks residents to remove any portable items, such as basketball nets, […]

Road reopens The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that construction on the culvert at Division Street North and Hillview Crescent is complete, and the road reopened to traffic on October 28, 2021 at 6:00 pm. Read this news update on our website

 On Monday, November 1, 2021, Kingsville’s Communities in Bloom Committee holds its annual Pumpkin Parade at Lakeside Park. This community event gives residents a way to recycle their pumpkins, as all pumpkins donated go to an organic form and become compost or feed for animals. “It’s such a great concept,” […]

UPDATED: There’s a location change for the Beauty Crawl due to rain. The Market is now at the Unico Community Centre on Beech Street. Kingsville is pleased to hold its first annual Beauty Crawl on Friday, October 29, 2021, from 2 pm – 7 pm on the parquette next to […]

The Town of Kingsville is excited to plan this year’s Santa Claus Parade as part of Fantasy of Light Celebrations on Saturday, November 20, 2021, starting at 6:00 pm. The community has shown overwhelming support for this town-organized event, and to date, we have received almost fifty registrations for floats […]

  The Monday, October 25, 2021 Council Meeting agenda is available online here. In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this Regular Meeting of Council is being held electronically. Members will meet via electronic participation. Members of the public can view the meeting at www.kingsville.ca/meetings and select the VIDEO icon. […]

Project Update and Road Closure Timeline Although challenges in the early onset have delayed the project schedule, construction on the culvert at Division Street North and Hillview Crescent continued this week and is nearing completion. It is currently anticipated that the road will be open for traffic late next week, […]

At the October 12, 2021, Council Meeting, Council: * Denied a zoning amendment application that would have permitted a professional office with staffing at 9 Pulford Street. * Approved recommended changes to residential water billing. * Approved a Zoning amendment to allow for a veterinary clinic at 1172 County Road […]

The Town of Kingsville is still accepting applications for the Kingsville Community Grant Fund until October 31, 2021. This fund provides financial assistance to organizations that benefit the general public.  To be eligible, organizations must be a: Registered charitable organization Registered not-for-profit organization Volunteer group Eligible funding categories include: Social and community services Seniors or […]

At the October 12, 2021 Council meeting, Council will consider the following applications: 9 Pulford Street: A zoning by-law amendment to add “owner-occupied professional office” as an additional permitted use on the property. ZBA/19/21 1172 County Road 20: A zoning by-law amendment to change current zoning to ‘site-specific rural commercial’ to […]

The detour route for Road 2 East reconstruction will be expanding this week to include Kratz Sideroad as there will be a complete closure on Road 2 East just west of Graham Sideroad. The expanded closure is required as part of the ongoing reconstruction project and will last approximately two […]

The Town of Kingsville is happy to announce that Paula Parker will join the Town’s administrative team as its new Clerk. Paula is an accomplished municipal leader with eleven years of experience in local government, a diploma in Municipal Management, a certificate in Canadian Risk Management, and certificates in Municipal […]

The Town of Kingsville is currently watching weather patterns to determine when staff will close outdoor public washrooms for the season. We anticipate closures taking place in the first or second week of October. The washroom at Lakeside Park is presently under construction. Once construction is complete, it will remain […]

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is tomorrow, September 30, 2021. This day commemorates the survivors and victims of residential schools, their families and communities. Kingsville encourages you to help spread a wave of orange across our Town. Wear an orange shirt, tie orange ribbons around your trees, and light […]

The Town of Kingsville raised a flag in celebration of Franco-Ontarian Day. This celebration, held every year on September 25th, is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate Francophone heritage across the province.

APPLICATION: ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT FILE ZBA/19/21 (Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, C.P. 13)  APPLICANT: 2791854 Ontario Inc.  LOCATION OF PROPERTY: 9 Pulford St., Lot 3 & Pt. Lot 4, Plan 1182, Pt. Lots 5 &  6, W/S Water Mill Street, Pt. Lots 8 & 9, E/S Division   […]

Council will consider the following applications at its September 27, 2021 meeting. This meeting starts at 6:00 pm via zoom. 1775 Division Rd N (County Rd 29) – Zoning By-Law Amendment to permit the construction of a secondary dwelling unit within a proposed new garage. ZBA / 17 / 21 177 County […]

It has come to our attention that people are receiving calls from a number that appears to be from the Kingsville BIA. These calls are not coming from the BIA, the phone number was spoofed, and these are scam calls. The BIA has notified Bell Canada. On behalf of the […]

Kingsville Celebrates Welcoming Week 2021 with Community Visits at Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre It’s Welcoming Week in Canada now through September 19, 2021. Welcoming Week is a Government of Canada initiative that aims to bring new and long-time residents together to build solid connections and emphasize the importance of […]

The Committee of Adjustment will consider the following applications at its September 21, 2021 meeting. This meeting starts at 6:00 pm via zoom. 738 Dix Alley – Minor variance application to reduce the front yard setback requirement for a new house on the property. A / 10 / 21 222 Road 10 […]

Public Meeting #1 – Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. The Town of Kingsville is updating and consolidating its 2012 Transportation Master Plan and Active Transportation Master Plan into a Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan (CTMP). The CTMP will provide a roadmap for transportation planning needs until the year […]

Sterling Ridge Infrastructure begins replacing the Division Road North Culvert over Mill Creek starting Monday, September 20th (weather permitting). This culvert is at the intersection of Division Road North and Hillview Crescent.  The Town expects this project to last approximately three weeks, and traffic will not be permitted through the […]

The new playground equipment is now installed and ready to use at Cottam Rotary Park, County Road 34 in Cottam. Read this news update on our website Location: Country Road 34 Cottam between lots 161 and 183 Facebook: Cottam Rotary Park Town of Kingsville 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, ON N9Y 2Y9 Phone: (519) […]

Construction on the new splash pad at Lakeside Park has been delayed due to excessive seasonal precipitation, and material and fixture shortages caused by the pandemic. Construction on the new washroom facility continues with masonry and roofing work. The Town expects splash pad components to begin the week of September […]

On Sunday, September 5, 2021, the Carnegie Arts and Visitor Centre will be closed for scheduled maintenance. The bathrooms will not be available to the public during this closure. Read this news update on our website

In partnership with Ontario Clean Water Agency, the Environmental Services Department will begin its annual valve maintenance program this week. “They will be exercising the 800 mainline isolation valves we have in our water distribution system,” said Manager of Public Works and Environmental Services, Shaun Martinho. “This may result in […]

This afternoon, two vintage fire apparatus arrived at Kingsville’s South Station Fire Hall in advance of Kingsville’s Fire Fest Celebration. The rigs are part of the 20+ convoy that will begin at Kingsville’s North Fire Station in Cottam, with a slow roll to Downtown Kingsville on Saturday, September 4, 2021. […]

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On Monday, August 30, 2021, there will be two  vintage fire trucks at the Kingsville Fire Station on Division Road North. These apparatuses are part of the 20+ convoy expected at Kingsville’s Fire Fest Celebration on Saturday, September 4, 2021. Fire Fest will feature a pancake breakfast […]

Council will consider the following applications at its September 13, 2021 meeting. The meeting will be held electronically on Zoom and starts at 6:00 pm. 244B County Road 34 W: A Zoning By-Law amendment to return the zoning to the previous state to modify the use of the property and […]

Kingsville is currently accepting applications for its Highland Games Committee to serve for the remainder of the 2018-2022 Council term. Please see the Notice of Committee Vacancies. The Highland Games Committee creates a memorable, fiscally responsible annual festival to celebrate the Scottish and Celtic Culture while partnering with local businesses and organizations. […]

The Town of Kingsville is excited to present its first Kingsville Fire Fest Celebration on Saturday, September 4, 2021. Fire Fest starts at 8:00 am with a pancake breakfast at Cottam Ridgeview Park Pavilion, hosted by the Department’s North Station. At 11:00 am, new and antique fire trucks will make […]

GHD Limited, on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO), has completed the Highway 3 Widening and Safety Enhancements Study (Study) for the section of Highway 3 from 1.2 km east of Arner Townline (Essex Road 23) easterly to 1.1 km east of Union Avenue (Essex Road 34) in […]

D’Amore Construction will commence the final phase of Jasperson Realignment / Reconstruction starting on Monday, August 23rd (weather permitting). This phase involves the construction of new roadway west of the arena. Disruption to traffic is expected to be minimal for this phase, with only minor inconveniences when performing work at […]

The Town has received an increase in reports about unleashed dogs on public property. Dog leashing laws exist to protect the entire community, including the dog. Off-leash dogs can bolt into traffic, attack other animals, or bite people. If you see an unleashed dog outside a private residence or the […]

On Thursday, August 26, 2021, Bike Windsor Essex and County Wide Active Transportation System (CWATS) will host two bike clinics at the Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive. ‘Kids Learn to Ride Safe’ is from 3:30 pm-5:30 pm for children ages five and up and accommodates 15 children. ‘Families Learn to Ride Safe’ is from […]

The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce Susan Hirota as its new Director of Legal and Clerk Services/ Town Solicitor. Susan is an accomplished lawyer with significant municipal experience, having spent most of her working career as in-house legal counsel to municipalities. Susan comes to Kingsville from the Corporation […]

There is a water main break at the corner of Lansdowne Ave and Erie St, which requires a road closure on Lansdowne between Prospect St. and Erie Street to repair safely. While the repair work is happening, some customers may experience a change in pressure or loss of service. Staff […]

Play in the Park cancelled due to weather. Play in the Park, scheduled initially at Ridgeview Park today and at York and Santos Parks tomorrow, is cancelled due to weather. See our programs page for next week’s schedule. Read this news update on our website Photo of York Park by Alan K. […]

Main Street West asphalt work extends into Monday due to weather delay Main Street West (from 289 Main Street West to Queen Street) was scheduled to close to thru traffic on August 12th and 13th, 2021, for surface asphalt work; however, rain delayed the start date. The work is now […]

Council will consider the following application at its Monday, August 23, 2021, meeting. The meeting begins at 6:00 pm via Zoom. V/L SS County Road 20 – A draft plan of subdivision / zoning by-law amendment application proposing 642 lots for a mix of single detached, semi-detached and townhouse dwellings. SUB 01 […]

REVISED Public Notice for the August 16 2021 Special Council Meeting to reflect that the meeting is in OPEN session. TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, August 16, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. The purpose of the meeting […]

PUBLIC NOTICE AUGUST 2021 COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE TAKE NOTICE that the Regular Meeting of Council Schedule for the month of August is as follows: Meeting date: Monday, August 23, 2021, commencing at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this Regular Meeting of Council is being […]

The Committee of Adjustment will consider the following applications at its August 17, 2021, meeting. This meeting starts at 6:00 pm via zoom. 610 Peter St – Application for a minor variance to reduce setbacks on a new home build. A / 09 / 21 80 Pearl St W – Application for a […]

Weather permitting, Main Street West (from 289 Main Street West to Queen Street) will be closed to thru traffic on August 12th and 13th, 2021, for surface asphalt work. Only residents who live within the working area and customers of local businesses within the working area will have access. Drivers […]

Updated: Water Main Break at County Road 27 and McCain Side Road Precautionary boil water advisory issued for main break at County Rd 27 & McCain There is a water main break at the bridge at County Road 27 and McCain Side Road. Staff are investigating, and the repair requires […]

There is a water main break at the bridge at County Road 27 and McCain Side Road. Staff are investigating, and the repair requires an emergency shutdown. The Town has notified residents within the affected area through its Kingsville Alerts system. We will provide updates as they become available. Read this news update on […]

The Town of Kingsville has launched a free program called ‘Play in the Park.’ We are coming to neighbourhoods with toys and games to encourage unstructured free-play and physical literacy skills. This program is in partnership with Pathway to Potential the County of Essex and City of Windsor’s Social Investment Plan. […]

The Town of Kingsville has launched a free program called ‘Play in the Park.’ We are coming to neighbourhoods with toys and games to encourage unstructured free-play and physical literacy skills. This program is in partnership with Pathway to Potential County of Essex and Windsor’s Social Investment. Parents are responsible […]

Council will consider the following applications at its Monday, July 26, 2021, meeting. The meeting begins at 6:00 pm via Zoom. 183 Main St E. An application to create a lot for the existing dwelling. Please note, this is not an application to change the zoning. B/11/21 2037 Peterson Lane. […]

The Town of Kingsville has launched a new free program called ‘Play in the Park.’ We are coming to neighbourhoods with toys and games to encourage unstructured free-play and physical literacy skills. This program is in partnership with Pathway to Potential County of Essex and Windsor’s Social Investment. See where […]

 In light of the Province entering Step Three of its Roadmap to Reopen, the Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce the reopening of Town Facilities for rent. Facilities will operate at 50% capacity, in compliance with provincial guidelines. Occupancy Load for Each Facility Kingsville Arena and Recreation Complex Auditorium […]

A section of Main Street East will be reduced to a single lane today (July 19, 2021) to complete a water main tie-in at 140 Main Street East. Some residents will experience a temporary loss of water service. Affected residents received notification letters last week. If you are unable to […]

On Monday, July 12, 2021, Kingsville Town Council endorsed a new Kingsville Fire Department Crest that was designed and developed by Kingsville Fire & Rescue Personnel. The department brought the idea of rebranding forward following a meeting where Kingsville Fire & Rescue Personnel expressed a desire to leave the past […]

The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that the Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre, 28 Division Street South, will reopen on Saturday, July 17, 2021. Town staff and the Arts Society of Kingsville (ASK) will manage the hours of operation together through the summer, with the possibility of becoming […]

The Kingsville Nature Journal Club is a new program offered through Kingsville Click & Play that brings Adults 50+ together to explore nature through writing and sketching. Nature journaling deepens our observation, thinking and memory skills, and exposure to nature positively impacts health and well-being. Each Tuesday in August, from 10:30 -11:30 am, registrants […]

NOTICE OF STUDY COMMENCEMENT The Town of Kingsville is updating and consolidating its 2012 Transportation Master Plan and Active Transportation Master Plan into a Comprehensive Transportation Master Plan (CTMP). The CTMP will provide a roadmap for transportation planning needs until the year 2037 and beyond, and will focus on optimizing […]