On Sunday May 5, 2024, hundreds of riders from our local community and beyond gathered at First Lutheran Church-Kingsville for the annual Blessing of the Bikes. One of our community partners, Hogs for Hospice Leamington, makes this event possible and we are thankful for their partnership in serving our community. The […]
Last Friday, several members of the 2nd Kingsville Scouting Troop, along with their parents, were busy cleaning up a Main Street residential property as part of their fundraising activities. Lending a helping hand and guiding the Scouts in the art of weeding and tidying up flower beds, the parents in […]
The 2918 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps extends heartfelt gratitude to the Kingsville community for their generous participation in the successful Spring 2024 tag days fundraiser, despite enduring a rainy weekend. The Army Cadets express their appreciation to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 (Kingsville) and Royal Canadian Legion Branch […]
On Sunday, May 26, 2024, the Town of Kingsville’s Communities in Bloom Committee is hosting Get in Touch with Nature, a free speaker and vendor event that teaches participants how to improve environmental sustainability. The event happens from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre, 103 Park Street. […]
On Saturday, April 20 the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners held its annual Fundraising Banquet at the Portuguese Club. Over 365 people attended. Thanks to generous sponsorships, 95 different silent auction items, and 10 live auction items, over $100,000 was raised. It was a fun evening that included a guest speaker from […]
The Essex Region Conservation Foundation will again provide a variety of opportunities for people to connect with nature at stunning locations across the region. W.E.Hike 2023 will offer a variety of guided hikes at conservation areas and trails across the Windsor-Essex region. For a tax-deductible donation of $25 or more, […]
The members and guests who attended the Kingsville Horticultural Society meeting on April 18th were introduced to Mona the Monarch Butterfly by Leo Silvestri. Leo is a local Monarch enthusiast who has been saving Monarchs for about the past 6 years. Why do Monarchs need saving? There are five main threats […]
UMEI Christian High School’s Lightning Robotics Team had a great season this year! After hours of planning, coding, building and testing, Team 8081’s robot was ready for competition in this year’s FIRST Robotics Challenge. This year’s challenge, Crescendo, required robots to pick up circular rings and shoot them into different […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) is inviting guests from across the region to plant a tree this Earth Day at the Earth Day Tree Planting Celebration in the City of Windsor, thanks to event sponsors ENWIN Utilities Ltd. and Green Sun Rising, and with support from CUPE 543. “ERCA […]
Connecting Migrant Workers with services and supports in the community The Migrant Workers Community Program’s (MWCP) Health and Information Fair for Migrant Workers has returned. It was held on Sunday, April 14th at the Roma Club in Leamington. This health fair has been made possible with the partnership of 20+ […]
The Essex Region Conservation Foundation has announced that more than half of a million dollars was raised for important conservation work in 2023. “I’m pleased to report that last year, the Foundation was extremely successful in its fundraising efforts,” said Foundation President Claire Wales. “Thanks to the wonderful generosity of […]
Hi Everyone, My name is Margaret Fittler and I’m a member of Trinity’s congregational family. We’re a country church located at 1005 Concession 2 West, N0P 2GO (corner of Concession 2 and the McCain Sideroad). Throughout the stages of rural development, country churches have provided a calming sanctuary from the […]
The Conseil scolaire catholique Providence (Csc Providence) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicole Larocque as Superintendent of Education. Mrs. Larocque has nearly 25 years of experience in the education sector, all with the Conseil scolaire catholique Providence, including more than 15 years as a school leader. She has […]
Wondering what to do with your eclipse glasses? Here’s a solution that will make a difference for others around the world. The Essex County Library and Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary are collecting these types of glasses for the non-profit Astronomers Without Borders. Astronomers Without Borders has been recycling gently-used solar […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, April 11 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include: Essex Region Conservation Foundation Grants to ERCA Transition Plan Requirements under O.Reg. 687/21 and Municipal Cost Apportionment Agreements Modernization […]
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 the province announced that it is investing in improving the quality of life and building community engagement in Kingsville by adding a new local Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program. “These new Seniors Active Living Centres let our seniors stay fit, active, healthy, and socially […]
On February 16, 2024, a new Minister’s regulation (Ontario Regulation 41/24: Prohibited Activities, Exemptions and Permits) under the Conservation Authorities Act was approved by the Province. This regulation will replace the existing individual “Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses” regulation and took effect on April 1, 2024. “While […]
We’re well on our way into spring even though it doesn’t much look like it yet. But the days are getting longer and that’s always a good thing. April showers are supposed to bring May flowers and all that. Is rain better than snow? Well, it’s warmer anyway. And then […]
Originally, the plan was for Scout youth and leaders to be out on April 2, canvassing Kingsville. But due to the wet weather the food drive is canceled for tonight and rescheduled for next Tuesday, on April 9. Donations may also be dropped off at the Kingsville Lions Hall on […]
April 10 marks the 158th Birthday of Jack Miner, an influential pioneer of North American conservation! 76 years ago, The Canadian Government declared the week of Jack Miner’s birth, April 10th, 1865, to be National Wildlife Week. From April 7th to 14th, The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation will be […]
On Saturday March 23, between the hours of 12 and 5 p.m. the people of Kingsville donated 2,000 pantry items to the Kingsville Community Food Bank’s shelves. The Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore, Zehrs, and the Food Bank’s own volunteers worked together to make this event happen. And of course […]
Have you ever been gifted an orchid? I have received two over the years. They were beautiful when in bloom but I did not know how to care for them or have the patience to wait until they bloomed again. Since hearing Juliette and Albert St. Pierre’s talk at our […]
Ready to get started on your garden? It’s time to start sowing your seeds indoors. Join the Kingsville Horticultural Society for our annual Seedy Saturday at the Unico Hall on March 23. You will find a large variety of seeds to browse through. Members of the Horticultural Society will be […]
Spring is coming! The days are slowly getting longer, and we’ll experience a major shift this weekend from the time change once again. Winter isn’t over but it’s feeling like it will be over soon and that can bring a sense of relief after the cold months. A lighter mood […]
The Town of Kingsville is excited to share that its Migration Festival was recognized as a 2024 Top 100 Award Winner by Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO). This is a fantastic achievement for the festival, which has won for the second year in a row. “It is a testament to […]
With the Essex Region’s south shore in the path of totality for the April 8, 2024 Great North American Eclipse, the Essex Region Conservation Authority is hosting two special events along the shores of Lake Erie. The Total Eclipse of the Park at the John R. Park Homestead is a […]
The First Taste of Spring Maple Syrup Festival is back, and it’s sweeter than ever. Join this iconic celebration of Canadian culture at the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area on March 9 & 10 and 16 & 17. “Each weekend is distinctly themed, this year’s Maple Fest again offers […]
Bob Verkoeyen shared his knowledge of the medicinal properties of plants to a large group of guests and members of the Horticultural Society at the meeting on Feb. 15th. Bob’s grandmother lit a passion in Bob for gardening, nature and forests. He became a self-taught learner as he experimented and […]
The Stephanie and Barry Zekelman Foundation has donated $200,000 to the John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC). “We are so thrilled about this incredibly generous donation,” said Jennifer Jovanovski, JMCC CEO. “It will go towards supporting our highly-specialized rehabilitation and childhood development programs and services.” The Stephanie and Barry Zekelman Foundation […]
The Knights of Columbus Council #8233 (Kingsville) made a generous $50,000 donation toward helping Erie Shores Health Foundation bring MRI home. The donation was inspired by the groundbreaking of Erie Shores HealthCare’s MRI Suite last week, and was made in memory of a dear friend of the Council, Rob Repko. […]
It will be All on 1 & 1 for All on Tuesday, September 3rd. The Greater Essex County District School Board will be welcoming all students K-12 on the first day of school this year. Previously, Kindergarten students began the school year on the Monday following Labour Day. This schedule […]
The Detroit River Canadian Cleanup is pleased to bring two Water Brothers documentaries to the Imagine Lakeshore Cinemas in partnership with the Essex Region Conservation Authority, Ontario Ministry of Environment, Conservation, and Parks, and Environment and Climate Change Canada. This free film screening will take place on Tuesday February 20, 2024 […]
The Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) is preparing its budget for the 2024-25 school year and public consultation is an essential part of the planning process. The GECDSB invites parents/guardians, students, staff and community members to provide input into the budget development process. The Board’s multi-year Strategic Plan […]
Maclean’s Canadian College Ultimate Guide It’s never too early to plan ahead! The Maclean’s Ultimate Guide to Canadian Colleges is for students and parents who are looking to navigate this college selection and admission process without getting lost along the way. The guide offers help for high schoolers to identify the best […]
A full solar eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8th. The most intense effects of the phenomenon will be between 1:57 p.m. and 3:17 p.m. that day, which coincides with regular dismissal times at many schools. Out of concern for student safety during that period of almost complete darkness all […]
The Greater Essex County District School Board will once again participate in National Sweater Day on Thursday, February 1st. Thermostats in schools and administrative buildings will be turned down slightly (approximately 2 degrees) and students and staff are encouraged to wear a cozy, comfortable sweater on that day. National Sweater Day […]
We’re nearing winter’s half-way mark and the darkest days are behind us. Valentine’s Day will be here soon. But special occasions are not so sweet when you’re strapped for cash — so Valentine’s Day becomes another hard day to plow through. And being half-way through winter just means you have […]
The Church of the Epiphany in Kingsville welcomes everyone to join in Lenten Noon-hour Organ Meditations, organized by the Royal Canadian College of Organists (RCCO). These meditations will be held every Wednesday from February 14 (Ash Wednesday) to March 20, from 12:15 to 12:45 pm. Each meditation will feature an […]
At the recent Kingsville Horticultural Society (KHS) meeting, our new President Annette Cooper, introduced herself and the Officers and Directors for 2024. Everyone is looking forward to a year filled with garden related activities for, with, and in, the community. Members in attendance were treated to a slide-show presentation by […]
After several months of long hours building their robots, UMEI’s two Robotics teams “The Thunderbirds” and “Ablaze” competed against other high schools in Ontario in the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC). FTC is a World recognized program which unveils a new competition challenge each September. After designing, building and coding their […]
Six organizations and individuals were honoured with Essex Region Conservation Awards for their contributions to creating a sustainable future of the Windsor-Essex-Pelee Island region at ERCA’s 50th Annual General Meeting, hosted January 18. “It’s very inspiring to have the opportunity to celebrate so many organizations and individuals who have made an […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its 50th Annual General Meeting on Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 pm at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre. The Chair and Vice-Chair will be elected. Agenda items include a review of its 50th year of conservation and recognition of the […]
Earlier this school year, the current Principal of UMEI Christian High School in Leamington, Sonya Bedal, announced her retirement effective June 2024. Mrs. Bedal has served the UMEI community for 26 years, with the last 14 as Principal. She is known for her tireless support of students and staff, and […]
Help Craft the Future of Our K-12 State of the Art School We witnessed a historical moment on April 13th, 2022 – the groundbreaking ceremony that marked the official commencement of construction for our eagerly awaited new school. As we set our sights on September 2024, a grand celebration awaits […]
December and its holiday season is past, and now we’re left with the cold reality of January. Last month may well have been a time when people spent more than they could afford on gifts and special meals. The consequences to that can start to show up in January. It’s […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority Board of Directors has approved for circulation and consultation the draft 2024 Budget to member municipalities. For this 2024 budget, municipalities are levied for services identified by the Province as ‘mandatory.’ Mandatory services are limited to programs and services related to risks of natural hazards, […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority is offering grants of up to 90% for projects that help protect our environment. Interested landowners should contact ERCA soon to plan for spring projects. As well, landowners interested in planting trees or creating prairie habitat on their property this spring should also be in […]
Chief Justin Lammers has recognized seven Essex-Windsor EMS paramedics and two Windsor Regional Hospital nurses for helping save lives while they were off duty or not in service to respond to calls. Lammers presented them with certificates of commendation and Essex-Windsor EMS meritorious service coins Monday at a ceremony the […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its regularly scheduled Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, December 14 at 6:00 p.m. Agenda items include: 2024 Draft Budget2024 Draft Budget and Municipal Cost Apportionment John R. Park Homestead Museum Operating Policies Development […]
Essex County Library, the County of Essex, and Essex-Windsor EMS are joining together in a food drive this holiday season, giving back to the community as the need is greater than ever this year. Items collected will be donated on Wednesday, December 20 to the Essex Area Food Bank which […]
The Winner of the 2023 Conservation Farm Award was announced at the Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The award is presented each year to the farming operation which best display’s conservation minded farming practices from those nominated. The farms are graded […]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas … Well, there’s no snow yet but it’ll come. December is a month crammed full of special occasions of all kinds. You might be observing (and spending money on) Christmas, Kwanzaa, or Hanukkah, or other celebrations … maybe some of you will […]
On the heels of a successful launch of the Burger Battle 2023, the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland announces the official kick off of Burger Battle 2024! Twelve locally owned restaurants are competing for the title of “Best Burger Windsor-Essex” with 6 new restaurants joining the competition. The 2023 Burger Battle […]
The 2918 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps would like to thank the community of Kingsville for making their Fall 2023 tag days fundraiser a success. The Army Cadets are grateful for the continued support of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 (Kingsville), along with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 338 […]
The staff of the Kingsville Library were overwhelmed with gratitude on Friday, November 17 when the Kingsville Lions Club presented them with a generous donation of $1,000. Essex County Library’s Manager of Community Services Manuela Denes and Resource Assistant Elaine Buschman had big smiles upon receiving this donation. The Lions […]
The Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) is having its 2023 annual meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2023, from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. Door registration starts at 8:30 am. Please preregister by December 5 by email mdick@erca.org, or call 519-259-1461. An interesting and informative schedule has been planned that […]
On November 21, 2023 the John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) was presented with a cheque for $10,000 from Caesars Windsor Cares. The donation will go towards covering the cost of translation services for JMCC families. “We are committed to providing family-centred services and it is crucial for family members and […]
What’s better than kicking off the holidays in good old-fashioned style at the John R. Park Homestead? Getting to also shop for unique, handmade special gift items at the Holiday Makers’ Market at the same time. And it’s all happening on Sunday, December 3 from 11 am – 4pm. While […]
This year, Giving Tuesday falls on Tuesday, November 28. Giving Tuesday is a day that encourages people to give back in whatever ways they can. It presents nonprofit organizations with the chance to raise even more money than they would on an average day, which is why many organizations create […]
The Greater Essex County District School Board is seeking 2 creative and open-minded individuals to serve as community representatives on the School Naming Committee for the new K-12 school in Kingsville. All applicants must be public school supporters. The GECDSB School Naming Policy, Regulation and Appendices are posted on the board website. The committee […]
The Kingsville Horticultural Society (KHS) would like to welcome the new Board members for 2024 and thank all outgoing Board members for their service to the Society over the past few years. The new Board will comprise the following members: The Financial Reviewers for 2024 are Beth Smith and Maureen […]
On Friday, November 17, the Lions Club of Kingsville proudly presented a cheque in the amount of $35,000 to the Town of Kingsville. These funds, which were received through a successful application to the Canada Healthy Communities grant program, will be used to install a safe and accessible rubber surface […]
On Sunday, November 12, members of the Rotary Club of Cottam and community volunteers gathered at Rotary Park in Cottam to prepare the pavilion for their annual Christmas Tree Sale. Each year, we wrap the North, West and East faces in plastic film to keep out the elements, protect the […]
I recently visited the cemetery behind the Church of the Epiphany in Kingsville where I took photos of the large old trees that were recently removed. The Anglican church is where I was baptized and confirmed. Family friends and neighbours (all war veterans) are buried here. At the northern edge […]
The Goodfellows are at it again! They are very busy these days preparing Christmas baskets. Epworth United Church is the place to register to receive a basket. Location: 56 Division St. South, Memorial Hall Parking and Entrance: on Mill Street West Dates for registration are: Tuesday November 14 Thursday November […]
In 1998, Saint John’s Abbey and University commissioned renowned calligrapher Donald Jackson to produce a hand-written, hand-illuminated Bible. We invite you to explore this work of art that unites an ancient Benedictine tradition with the technology and vision of today, illuminating the Word of God for a new millennium. First […]
A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on November 2, 2023 where the John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) was presented with a new outdoor bench, along with a cheque for $5,000. The Demeter and Thibert families donated a bench for the Play McGivney Playground. Denise Westlake thanked everyone for coming to […]
The Chrysler Canada Greenway in Harrow now has 300 more trees to provide shade and improve habitat, thanks to a generous gift from ADM’s corporate social investment program, ADM Cares. Employees, friends and volunteers from ADM, a global leader in agricultural origination and nutrition, braved the chilly temperatures to plant […]
The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation was recently awarded a $17,500 grant from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) for heating and cooling improvements in The Jack Miner Learning Centre. These improvements will help to ensure the space remains open to the public year-round. Located in the building formally known as the […]
On Saturday Nov 4th, our local Kingsville and Cottam Scouting groups and a group of community supporters, comprised of nearly 60 volunteers, spent the afternoon locating, installing Canadian flags, and cleaning the gravestones and embossed maple leaves that mark the final resting place of our fallen heroes. The event was […]
Essex Region Conservation is seeking nominees who have made an environmental impact in the Windsor-Essex region! “In our 50th year of conservation, we continued to see remarkable community commitment to environmental actions,” says Danielle Breault Stuebing, Director of Communications and Outreach Services. “Volunteers made an incredible impact through stewardship events […]
Significant restoration work to ensure the long-term sustainability of the historic home of John and Amelia Park began at the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area last week. A comprehensive architectural review has identified that nearly $1.5 million dollars in structural repair work, foundation works, roof repairs, window and door […]
Hallowe’en has come and gone, but for some folks the scary stuff is not over. With the colder months, more expenses can arise. Heating costs get higher. Things like winter coats and boots may need to be bought. For those with young families in particular, the never-ending challenge of clothing […]
For the past 15 years, on Halloween, Kingsville Public School’s Grade 8 students have taken to the stage to perform Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller.” This year was no exception as the students delivered a fantastic performance that delighted both the student body and some of their attending family members. A […]
Join us for the 6th annual Communities in Bloom Pumpkin Parade! On November 1, 2023, your pumpkins can be a part of the parade by dropping them off at the parking lot off of Herrington St. from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The Pumpkin Parade officially begins at 6:30 pm […]
The Chrysler Canada Greenway will become a little greener this year, thanks to a significant investment from ADM, a global leader in agricultural origination and nutrition. Through ADM’s corporate social investment program, ADM Cares, ADM employees and friends will plant 300 trees along a Harrow section of the Greenway that […]
The lawn furniture is put away, the leaves are raked, the plants have been cut back and mulched. Now you can take a break as the garden rests. OR NOT! Why don’t you get a jump on spring planting with Winter Sowing? Carol Dunn (Communities In Bloom, Kingsville Horticultural Society) […]
Recently, I had the pleasure and honour of meeting Tammy Middleton, manager of our Kingsville Starbucks. They opened in April, 2022 and have roughly 20 partners currently employed in the branch. Tammy and her team nominated the Kingsville Community Food Bank for a corporate neighbourhood grant. They were successful and […]
With a variety of recent and upcoming achievements on the Gordie Howe International Bridge project, Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) and Bridging North America (BNA) look to celebrate with residents and thank them for their support and patience over the last five years of construction by hosting two community appreciation breakfasts. […]
After a three year hiatus, bells will be ringing again in downtown Amherstburg as hundreds of jolly participants run and walk in support of the local environment at Essex Region Conservation’s Super Santa Run on Saturday, November 18, starting at 5 p.m. A sea of Santas will flood the streets […]
The efforts to restore the John R. Park Homestead received a giant boost today, as the Toldo Foundation donated $100,000 toward the effort. “The John R. Park Homestead is a unique site which, aligned with the Toldo Foundation values, greatly enriches our community through heritage preservation, education, tourism and more,” […]
In an effort to share in the responsibility of a clean and healthy environment, the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) offers a comprehensive Clean Water – Green Spaces program aimed at improving regional water quality and enhancing natural areas and biodiversity. This year, grants are available for cover crops, which […]
Fundraising has started for the 2nd Kingsville Scouts to help them attend the Pacific Jamboree which is set to take place in Sooke, B.C. from July 6 to 13, 2024. Because the Jamboree only occurs every four years, this will be the only opportunity for the current Scout Troop to […]
October can be a very satisfying time of year. The worst of the summer heat has passed, and plenty of people are looking forward to Thanksgiving and Hallowe’en. But this isn’t true for everyone. When money is tight, these special occasions can cause an even more unpleasant pinch. If corners have […]
The annual Fortis Group Golf Tournament held on Thursday, August 10 at Ambassador Golf & Country Club was an outstanding success raising $90,000 for programs of the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation (WECAF). This exceeded last year’s tally of $75,000. WECAF is in the second year of a $1.5 million fundraising campaign, “Children, Youth & Families – Strength for […]
South Essex Community Council (SECC) is gearing up once again for its annual “Coats for Kids” program, which plays a vital role in ensuring that children, teens, and adults stay warm during the upcoming chilly season. Fall is here, the days are growing cooler and the nights are getting a […]
The Detroit River Canadian Cleanup will host a public consultation open house on Thursday, October 5th, 2023, from 6:30-9:00pm at the Ojibway Nature Centre to share information on environmental improvements to the Detroit River. The Detroit River is a culturally and economically significant waterway connecting Windsor and Detroit. It serves […]
Hillman Marsh is culturally, socially, and environmentally significant within the Essex Region. Over the past number of years, significant erosion has seriously impacted the marsh, and without immediate action, the beach and marsh will continue to disappear. The loss of the barrier beach has removed the first line of defense […]
Volunteers from The Rotary Club of Kingsville Southshore joined the Rotary Clubs of LaSalle Centennial, Windsor-WIDE, and Windsor-St. Clair on Sunday, donning gloves, goggles and masks. They sanded, drilled, branded and stained wood to build 27 bed frames for children who need them in Windsor/Essex. The international organization Sleep in […]
The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners recently held its second annual Food for All Community Luncheon at the Roma Club. On September 20th, 350 people enjoyed a delicious pasta lunch to support the work of the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners. The SWO Gleaners is a charitable organization in Leamington that takes unmarketable local […]
The Doerksen family held a fundraiser as a way to give back to the John McGivney Children’s Centre. Oakley was diagnosed with Limb Body Wall Complex and given a 2% chance at survival, if he made it through to the end of pregnancy. He is now almost three years old. […]
As a sure sign that autumn has arrived, the much-loved Harvest and Horses Festival returns to the John R. Park Homestead on Sunday, October 1, 2023. “This festival celebrates many of our local fall traditions,” says Kris Ives, Homestead Curator/Education Coordinator. “Harvest was an integral part of the year for […]
In an inspiring display of community spirit, United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex County, the City of Windsor, CUPE 82 and Rocket Innovation Studio, came together to host over 70 people for a community clean up on September 13 2023. Volunteers from companies and businesses downtown, and across Windsor, came to support the […]
Team EYES learned that summer is a difficult time for Hiatus House due to a decline in donations over the summer months. They wanted to do something to support local, in honour of Dr. Jakob’s birthday and thought what better way than to support a local charity that supports women […]
Terry Fox’s 43rd anniversary run in Kingsville on Sunday, September 17th was another beautiful, sunny day and a huge success. We doubled our fundraising from last year and raised a whopping $16,148! Kudos to our 110 participants and volunteers who made it possible to surpass our best fundraising initiative to […]
Celebrating Migrant Worker Communities and Connecting them with Services and Supports in the Community The highly anticipated Festival of Guest Nations took place this Sunday, September 17th at Seacliff Park in Leamington. The Festival celebrates the diversity of migrant workers in the community, the sacrifices they make in coming to […]
On September 28 at 5:00 P.M., the Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) will present its 2023 Twilight Tour. This year’s event will take place at Quinlan Farms, the recipient of the 2022 Essex Conservation Farm Award, located at 1681 Lakeshore Road 203, Lakeshore. Attendees will enjoy a farm […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its regularly scheduled Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, September 14 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include: Holiday Beach Seasonal Camping Fees Watershed Management Services report The agenda also includes presentations on restoration at Cedar […]
Sunday, September 17th is our official Kingsville Terry Fox Run at Lakeside Park! Join us at 10:30 a.m. and bring your family and friends. Once again it is a 2 or 5 km walk, run, bike or jog starting at Lakeside Park and neighbouring streets. If you don’t have a […]