In 1823, the First Baptist Church in what is now known as Kingsville was built on the farm of Richard Herrington fronting Lake Erie. On Sunday, November 20, 2022, the members and friends of First Baptist Church celebrated God’s faithfulness on the 199th anniversary of Baptist work in Kingsville. This […]
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Santa Claus Parade Needs Volunteers to Monitor Road Closures
Volunteers needed! We’re looking for people to help monitor the road closures off Jasperson and Main for the Kingsville Santa Claus Parade. The parade will take place on November 19, 2022. Help bring some Christmas magic to our Town! Sign up today with our Volunteer form, or email specialevents@kingsville.ca.
Santa Claus Parade Activities and Road Closures
The 19th Annual Santa Claus Parade is this Saturday, November 19, 2022. Jasperson Drive will close at 3:00 pm to allow for parade staging, and sections of Main Street East, Division Street South and Park Street will close at 4:30 pm. All connecting side streets along the route will be […]
Farm Credit Canada and Uni-Fab Aid Southwestern Ontario Gleaners
Southwestern Ontario Gleaners Applaud Assistance From Farm Credit Canada and Uni-Fab The Southwestern Ontario Gleaners in Leamington recently had their truck lettered with their logo. The charity organization was able to purchase a used truck by receiving the AgriSpirit Grant from Farm Credit Canada and a generous donation from Uni-Fab Inc. […]
Fantasy of Lights Santa Claus Parade Kicks off Season on November 19
We are getting ready for the Kingsville Fantasy of Lights Santa Claus Parade on November 19, 2022. Following the parade join the Open Ceremonies at Lakeside Park (upper bowl) for lighting of the lights, music, hot chocolate and fireworks. Book your float in the parade or consider sponsoring the many […]
Kingsville Goodfellows Work Their Christmas Magic Once Again
It’s that time of year again! The Kingsville Goodfellows are gearing up for the annual Christmas Basket campaign. Clients can register on Tuesdays and Thursdays in November starting November 8, 2022 at Epworth United Church at Mill and Division South. There will be signage outside. Dates to register: November 8, 10, […]
November Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
With November comes the time change and suddenly night is falling much earlier. The days are getting colder. This time of year can bring extra worry for people who are facing financial challenges. Heating costs are higher and the Holiday Season is on the horizon, with its added expenses. The […]
Kingsville Crafters Answer the Call for Remembrance Day Project
This November 11, the Kingsville Legion will have something new adorning its building in honour of Remembrance Day, thanks to two crafty Legion members, Jacky Patterson and Joann Smith. Earlier this year, Jacky came across a news story about the Poppy Project in Elora, Ontario. Together with Joann Smith, they […]
Epworth United Church Welcomes New Minister On Sunday November 6, 2022
Epworth United Church is overjoyed to welcome Reverend Joshua Kang and his wife, Jasmine, to our Kingsville Community. Reverend Kang is excited to begin serving the congregation and the people of our town. He has 14 years experience in ministry and has served congregations in Toronto, Manitoulin Island, and most […]
UMEI Staff and Students Grateful to Return to Service Project Days
On Friday, October 21, students from UMEI Christian High school went into the community and spent the day volunteering at local service organizations. “It’s so wonderful to be able to return to our tradition of service project days after the pandemic,” said principal Sonya Bedal. “Although we could serve at […]
Collavino Family Donates Wetland Habitat to ERCA
Collavino Family donates wetland habitat to ERCA to create Collavino Conservation Area Amherstburg – Thanks to a generous donation by the Collavino family, 150 acres of ecologically sensitive wetland habitat will be protected in perpetuity by the Essex Region Conservation Authority. The donation was finalized in early October and is a mix […]
KEYS EarlyON Program Supports Learning and Development
EarlyON Child and Family Centres can be found throughout Ontario with 30 located in the Windsor-Essex County area. In Kingsville, KEYS EarlyON is operated by Access County Community Support Services (ACCESS). KEYS is a reference to the program’s origins when it was called Kingsville Early Years Steps to Learning. The […]
It’s Migration Festival Weekend — October 13-16
It’s Migration Festival weekend in the Town of Kingsville! On Friday, October 14 the Great Migration Paint out continues, and we’ll have Opening Ceremonies at Lions Hall at 6:30 pm. Stay to watch the movie Fly Away Home inside Lions Hall following the opening remarks. On Saturday, October 15 Lakeside […]
Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village Receives Trillium Funding
The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) expresses their appreciation to the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) for a $49,900 Community Building Fund grant that was used to improve connections between the museum and the community through an upgraded telecommunications system, a new website, and virtual engagement. The grant made […]
Kingsville Landmark Recognized with Heritage Designation
A Kingsville landmark is going into this year’s Migration Festival with new recognition. The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary has received heritage designation for the Jack and Laona Miner House. The designation under the Ontario Heritage Act covers the 1922 brick home and the viewing pond which attracts a constant […]
October Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
October is a month that holds some special events. We’ve just experienced Thanksgiving, a time to appreciate what we have. Hallowe’en, a time to have some scarey fun, is coming up later this month. Those special events are great when you can afford them, but they are difficult for people […]
The Music Man Returns to Migration Hall October 14-16
Migration Community Hall at 170 Main St in Kingsville is set to return to River City with its revival of MUSIC MAN in CONCERT with three performances only over Migration Festival weekend: Friday October 14 at 8 pm Saturday October 15 at 8pm Sunday October 16 at 2 pm Doors […]
Libro Credit Union Supports WECAF Mobile Food Enrichment Program
Libro Credit Union through the Libro Annual Grants has provided a $20,000 cheque to the Windsor-Essex Children’s Aid Foundation (WECAF) for the establishment of a Mobile Food Enrichment Program. Through a partnership with Lee & Maria’s of Kingsville, the program will support the nutritional needs of youth living independently. The program […]
Devil’s Masquerade Party for Humane Society Happening on October 29
Dress up the family, put a costume on the dog, the once-a-year, Devil’s Masquerade Halloween costume party is back! Presented by Movati Athletic. The party will be happening on October 29, 2022 from 5 p.m. -11 p.m. Join us under the tent outside or meet us indoors at GL Heritage […]
Space To Spoon Exhibit Now at Canadian Transportation Museum
The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) is hosting From Space to Spoon, a Techno Zone exhibit produced by the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum for the Canadian Space Agency. The exhibit is open to the public now and will be at the museum from October 1st until November 20th, […]
SECC Coats for Kids Program Launches Today
Fall is here, the days are growing cooler and the nights are getting a little longer. Soon, frost and flurries will be in the air and warm, cozy coats and accessories will be necessary. With this in mind, South Essex Community Council (SECC) is once again collecting and distributing clean, […]
Arts Society of Kingsville Presents Migration Sensation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Honoured at John R. Park
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Acknowledged at the John R. Park Homestead Essex – September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation across Canada. The day honours the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic […]
Harvest and Horses Festival Returns to John R. Park
After a two year hiatus, the much loved Harvest and Horses Festival returns to the John R. Park Homestead on Sunday, October 2, 2022. “This festival introduces visitors to the history behind fall celebrations and the development of various autumn traditions,” says Kris Ives, Homestead Curator/Education Coordinator. “Harvest was an […]
Local Rotary Members Engage in Day of Service Showcasing Their Impact
Rotary members from District 6400, which spans from Windsor and Essex Counties in Ontario to Wayne and Lenawee County in Michigan, will be showcasing their impact on September 17, 2022, when they will participate in a Day of Service throughout the region. The 1,500 members in the district’s 52 clubs […]
Festival of Hawks Takes Flight September 17
All eyes will be on the skies this September as local birders and nature lovers take in one of North America’s greatest migrations. These watchers will call the Holiday Beach Conservation Area home as they take in a grand spectacle: tens of thousands of hawks and raptors flying overhead on […]
Camp Cedarwin Fundraising for New Kitchen Stoves
Located in one of the few remaining Carolinian Forests in Essex County, Camp Cedarwin is 74 acres of unmatched beauty. The abundant rolling forest nestled along the picturesque bank of the Cedar Creek provides the residents of Windsor and Essex County with a unique outdoor setting not far from work […]
Virtual 2022 Terry Fox Run Kingsville Takes Place on September 18
This is the 42nd anniversary of the annual Terry Fox Run and once again our Kingsville site will be virtual on Sunday, September 18th. You can run, walk, bike, urban pole, skateboard or whatever activity you choose. If you would like to participate with other Terry Foxers, meet at the […]
Essex Region Conservation Authority to Meet on September 8, 2022
Essex Region –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 8 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include: · Updating ERCA Safe Access Policies · Little River Floodplain Mapping Project Update · Heritage Architect Report – Condition Assessment […]
2nd Kingsville Scouting Registration Now Underway
The 2nd Kingsville Scouting Group is excited to welcome returning and new members. Registration is open September 1st for everyone. Visit www.scouts.ca to register today. New members who enrol in September 2022 will enjoy 16 months of membership until December 2023. September adventures start: Monday September 12th — 6:30 p.m. […]
September Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
September is Back to School time! That means parents will be packing lunches for their kids. And some parents are going to need some help getting this daily task accomplished. The Kingsville Community Food Bank volunteers know all about such challenges and they are ready to help. Here’s a list […]
Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour September 24!
Essex Region – The Essex Region Conservation Foundation is ready to welcome hundreds of cyclists to enjoy the “Place for Life” by bike on September 24th for the Essex Region Conservation Bike Tour. Back by popular demand, the tour will once again begin and end at the beautiful Mettawas Park in Kingsville, […]
Annual Terry Fox Run Is Happening on Sunday September 18
September marks the time for our annual Terry Fox Run! This is the 42nd anniversary and once again our Kingsville site will be virtual on Sunday, September 18th. You can run, walk, bike, urban pole, skateboard or whatever activity you choose. Register or donate to our Kingsville site at run.terryfox.ca/kingsville. This […]
Summer Fun Day on August 17 at Kingsville Community Church
FREE FUN DAY FOR KIDS on August 17 The Kingsville Community Church is holding a great event for kids this Wednesday. We’ll have face painting, bouncy castle, bbq and more! We ask that parents attend with their children. Please send Amanda an email to let her know you’re coming. Email Amanda: […]
Health Unit Issues Suspension Orders to Secondary Students
The Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990 requires all students in Ontario to be up-to-date on immunizations. Public health units are to maintain and review vaccine records for every student attending school in their region and those not up-to-date can be suspended from school for up to 20 days. […]
Clothing Swap and Food Donations Come to Community Centre
Hundreds of local families participated in the Kingsville Community Centre’s first Children’s Clothing Swap on Saturday, August 6. The Unemployed Help Centre, with donations from Caesars Windsor, contributed three skids of local produce that also went out to the community. Cottam Candy also generously provided gift cards for free cotton candy. […]
Family Law Lawyer Tamara Stomp at Community Centre on August 9
Coming up on Tuesday at the Kingsville Community Centre Learn how to make sure that your money gift stays where intended with Family Law lawyer Tamara Stomp. Join us at the Kingsville Community Centre on Tuesday, August 9 at 11 a.m. for some useful legal and practical advice about giving […]
Kingsville Community Centre Presents Bicycle Safety for Kids on August 20
Kingsville Community Centre Presents: BICYCLE SAFETY for KIDS at Kingsville’s Open Streets, August 20th 4-6pm. Cycle Smart Training will be provided by Bike Windsor Essex in collaboration with the Town of Kingsville, Ontario Provincial Police and Kingsville Cycle Works. Kids ages 5-12 are welcome to join us with their two-wheeler […]
August Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
If you donate items on the Kingsville Community Food Bank’s August Needs List this month, you could win something. Enter for a chance to win a gift basket full of local goodies! It’s a way for the staff at the Food Bank to show their appreciation for the great community […]
Be Kind to the Environment: Enjoy Some Vegetarian and Vegan Alternatives
Kingsville Lions focus on the environment as one of their areas of service. This month we will be talking about the environmental impact of meat consumption and we’ll share some delicious vegetarian and vegan recipes. Eating less meat can help lower our carbon footprint. Even cutting meat out of your […]
CIYC 50th Anniversary Focuses on Past Successes and Bright Future
Commodore Rachel Park welcomed 120 guests to the Cedar Island Yacht Club to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. Tom Bailey, one of our founding members and well known in the Kingsville and Leamington communities gave a brief history of the Club. Dennis Graham added to his story starting from the late […]
My Happy Place Campaign Encourages Summer Visitation and Exploration
My Happy Place Campaign Launched to Encourage Visitation and Exploration This Summer WINDSOR, ON – Take a big, beautiful deep breath. We’ve been through a lot in the last two years. Time has passed, things have changed, and with that change in the air we find ourselves again rediscovering what makes […]
2022 Kingsville Terry Fox Virtual Run Takes Place September 18
September is just around the corner and so is the 42nd anniversary of Terry Fox Runs across Canada. Once again participation for the Kingsville site will be a virtual and not an in-person event. Take part wherever you are! If you wish to do an actual run you are welcome […]
Time to Start Getting Ready on July 16 for Kids’ Clothing Swap!
We are collecting children’s clothing for a Kids’ Clothing Swap. The Swap itself won’t be happening until Saturday, August 6. But we need the time between now and then to get things ready. Clothing will be collected over the next three weeks in advance so we can pre-sort by sizes. […]
Miracle Food Drop-Off for Our Community on July 16
Miracle Food Drive in Our Community The Miracle Food Drive first took place in June 2020 with a second one taking place the following year in June 2021. This year the regional organizers decided to leave it up to individual communities to organize their own event. Prices of everything are […]
Kingsville Blood Donor Clinic on Wednesday July 20, 2022
The pandemic has created challenges, and Canadian Blood Services needs 100,000 new donors this year in order to meet the needs of patients across Canada. New donor and returning donors are critical to meeting Canada’s future blood needs. In fact, we’ve lost 31,000 donors during the pandemic, resulting in the […]
A Summer of Celebration at the John R. Park Homestead
Essex – The historic home of John and Amelia Park turns 180 this year, and the John R. Park Homestead has a Summer of Celebrations planned to mark this significant milestone. “We’ve planned special themes for each weekend, with some weekday special experiences as well,” says Kris Ives, the Homestead’s Curator. […]
Kingsville Horticultural Society Front Garden Recognition
The motto of the Kingsville Horticultural Society (KHS) is “Caring for the Environment, Beautifying our Town.” Many of our residents help fulfill this by planting and maintaining colourful, attractive gardens. The KHS wants to recognize the efforts of gardeners who have been nominated for this program. Congratulations to the Demeris […]
July Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
In July if you donate items on our needs list, you can enter to win a wonderful basket filled with items from various local businesses. This is just one way we can show our appreciation for the tremendous support we receive throughout the year. As always, THANK YOU KINGSVILLE Ballots […]
Health Unit Urges Parents and Students: Plan Ahead to Avoid Fall Suspension
Health Unit Urges Parents and Students to Plan Ahead to Avoid Suspension in September Summer has officially started and the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU) wants obtaining immunizations and updating student immunization records to be a top priority for parents and students. The WECHU is reminding Grade 7 students (this […]
Fogolar Furlan Women’s Association Donates to NICU at WRH
WINDSOR, ON Babies in the NICU at Windsor Regional Hospital are feeling the love from the Fogolar Furlan’s Women’s Association (FFWA). Handmade incubator covers were donated by the Association to the Family Birthing Unit. The Association’s Sewing Group meets regularly to sew blankets, incubator covers, bibs for cancer patients, and […]
ERCA Held Board of Directors Meeting on June 23
Essex Region –The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) held its regularly scheduled Board of Directors’ meeting at the Essex County Civic and Education Centre on Thursday, June 23 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items included: · 2021 DRAFT Audited Financial Statements and Financial Condition Update · Endorsement of Category 3 Non-Mandatory Programs and Services […]
2022-2023 Kingsville Lions Club Officers Installed
At their first in-person meeting in nearly two years, an installation ceremony was held on June 14, 2022 at Lions Hall, 23 Mill St W, Kingsville, for incoming officers of the Kingsville Lions Club. District Governor, Valerie Burningham, led the ceremony that installed Fred Cross as the club president for […]
Cedar Island Yacht Club Celebrates 50th Anniversary
CIYC is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! The blessing of the fleet is an event held every year. It is a tradition with most nautical and recreational boating clubs to begin the boating season. This year it was held on May 29. We gather to honour those members who […]
Essex County Library Presents Marty Gervais on June 9 in Kingsville
We’re so happy to be welcoming live programs and events to our branches after far too long! Please join us at the Kingsville branch on Thursday, June 9 at 7 p.m. as we welcome local author and poet Marty Gervais. He will share a presentation of photos and poetry readings […]
Calling All Grads!
It’s that time of year again! Of course, the last couple of years have been less than traditional or predictable. There have been a few twists thanks to COVID-19, which made life and school and planning for the future frustrating and confusing. But this community is creative and determined to […]
June Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
Hello June! Warmer weather, sunny days, this is the stuff dreams are made of. But for those facing financial difficulties and food insecurity even June can lose its luster. We can trust the Kingsville Community Food Bank volunteers to help ease the struggle. And every month they create a list […]
Local School Lottery Raises Over $19,000 for New Computers
A hearty congratulations goes out to the students and Catholic School Advisory Council of St. John de Brebeuf on the conclusion of a very successful lottery. This recent fundraising initiative was launched to help raise money to purchase additional computer equipment for the students. Everyone put in a great effort and […]
Seniors Step Up For Animals at WECHS
Owning a pet has been proven to benefit all communities, especially seniors. Research has shown that having a pet has benefits for older adults, including higher levels of physical activity, which may lead to better health. Because pets need a routine of feeding, walking, etc., this gives older adults a […]
Registration Open for ‘No Barriers, No Problem’ Speakers’ Forum
The Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee is inviting the public to hear from two experts who speak from personal experience and deliver powerful messages about accessibility. Julie Sawchuk and Michael Jacques will speak and answer questions during the virtual No Barriers, No Problem speakers’ forum on June 27. Sawchuk is an accessibility […]
High School Students with Incomplete Immunization Face Suspension in Fall
Secondary School Students with Out-of-Date Immunization Records To Be Suspended in September The Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA) R.S.O.1990 requires all students in Ontario to be up to date on immunizations. Public health units are to maintain and review vaccine records for every student attending school in their region […]
Tayfour-Emara Research & Education Fund Launches with $250,000 Donation
WINDSOR, ON: A pair of long-time staples in the Windsor-Essex medical community are planting the seed for a new initiative aimed at putting the region on the world stage when it comes to health care research. Dr. Fouad Tayfour and Dr. Barry Emara have come forward with a $250,000 donation […]
15 SMALL Everyday Acts Make a BIG Difference!
The Lions Club of Kingsville focuses on the environment as one of its areas of service. We’ve got a few ideas that will benefit the environment. We can make a difference! 1. Reycle/Re-purpose everything you can, if you can. Look for opportunities to recycle and think outside the box. For […]
Empty Beds Strain Blood Inventory for Canadian Blood Services
Immediate call for donors across Canada to book and keep appointments Canadian Blood Services is feeling the strain to collect blood, platelets, and plasma following an increase in appointment cancellations and low attendance at donor centres across Canada. Empty donor beds, combined with the constant need for blood, have put […]
WECHU Offers Food Handlers Course and Qualifying Exam
Since 2018, the province of Ontario has required that at least one Certified Food Handler is present during every hour in which a food premises is operating. These types of premises include restaurants, grocery store hot deli counters, institutional kitchens, special event food vendors, community centres, schools, churches and special […]
UMEI Embarks on Project ReNEW to Raise Funds
Over the course of the past 75 years, thousands of young people have graduated from UMEI and have made a difference in the life of this community. UMEI graduates are researchers, greenhouse operators, health care professionals, manufacturers, entrepreneurs, teachers, lawyers and tradespeople. A UMEI education isn’t just about academic development […]
Essex-Windsor EMS Donates Medical Supplies to Ukraine
Essex-Windsor EMS staff on Wednesday filled a van with donated medical supplies and equipment to be distributed to paramedics and residents of embattled Ukraine. The donation to the charity GlobalMedic included stretchers, safety helmets, suction units, Tyvek protective suits, medical bags and supplies – such as oxygen masks, bandages and […]
‘Sail Into Summer’ Returns To In-Person Event on June 25
First held in 2019, the Sail Into Summer event raised funds for a new Digital Mammography Machine for Windsor Regional Hospital (WRH). The event gave guests an opportunity to celebrate the Summer Solstice at the beautiful Windsor Yacht Club and raised over $40,000 for the Windsor Regional Hospital Foundation. Given its success, an […]
Harrow Rotary Club Supports Essex County Library with Donation
A BIG thank you to the Harrow Rotary Club for a generous donation of $600. Thank you for supporting the Harrow branch of the Essex County Library. The Open House last Thursday was a great success! Photo: pictured from left to right are Bill Pook, member of the original fund raising […]
WRH Nursing Week Award Winners
Nurses Honoured With Recognition for Excellence, Education Funding WINDSOR – Nurses at Windsor Regional were honoured this week to recognize nursing excellence and continuing education efforts. Winners of the Jeanne Mance Extraordinary Nursing Care Awards, which go to a nurse who continually goes above and beyond to provide compassionate and […]
School Bus Safety Reminder from Ontario Provincial Police
(ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding residents of Essex County that passing a stopped school bus with its upper red lights and extended arm flashing is not only against the law but extremely dangerous. Interesting Facts: Each school day in Ontario, approximately 800,000 students are transported in […]
Calling High School Grads! Apply for SECC Change Maker Scholarship Today
SECC Community Change Maker Scholarship Application Is Open Our community is full of change makers, and we see their impact day after day. We hear stories of individuals, families and businesses who make a positive impact on the lives of others in and around our community. As an agency that […]
How to Access Police for Urgent and Non-urgent Help
(ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex County Detachment continues to receive calls for police assistance left on the office answering machine after hours, or often hears about an incident after the fact, through a third party but it was never reported to police. This often causes unnecessary delay […]
Essex-Kent Junior Farmers Wrap Up a Busy Month of April
April was a busy month for the Essex-Kent Junior Farmers! We started the month holding a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign exchange at the Essex Peavey Mart on April 2nd, where farmers could bring their old beat-up signs and get a new shiny one for only $5. Thanks to the […]
Canadian Blood Services Shares Success Stories Before May 11 Event
As the Town prepares to host another blood donation clinic, you may wonder about the beneficiaries of this life-saving act. This month, Canadian Blood Services shares three success stories of young citizens who benefit from generous donors who participate in clinics such as the one planned for May 11 in Kingsville. […]
Let’s Get Planting! 2022 Front Garden Recognition Program Is Underway
PROUD OF YOUR GARDEN? SHOW US! Nominations are now being accepted for the Kingsville Horticultural Society’s Front Garden Recognition Program. We are on the lookout for front gardens that help beautify Kingsville, Ruthven and Cottam. Nominations must be in by May 31 2022. To nominate: You must have the permission […]
May 2022 Needs for Kingsville Community Food Bank
Welcome May! We’ve been waiting for you. Winter is finally behind us and life seems lighter. But is it? Not for people who are struggling to feed themselves and their families. The Kingsville Community Food Bank volunteers stand ready to serve community members in need of groceries. And every month […]
Celebrating Migration Hall – Community Auction Kicks Off May 1
Migration Hall to Host Online Community Auction Starting May 1 In the late 1980s, a group of dedicated high school teachers and community leaders joined together to map out a plan for a multipurpose community use facility, and by 1991 a public fundraising campaign began to make the dream a […]
Update: 6th Annual Blessing of the Bikes at First Lutheran Church May 1
Updated Due to the potential for rain on Sunday May 1st The times for the event have been revised as follows: * Service will be at 11:30 a.m. (Inside the church) * Blessing of the Bikes Procession at 1:00 p.m. * Lunch, fellowship to follow at approximately 1:30 p.m. OPENING […]
Kingsville Military Museum: Did You Know?
Tack was slang used by British sailors for the word ‘food’ and hardtack meant “hard food.” Hardtack was always soaked first in water, milk, soup or stew for at least five to ten minutes in order soften it before eating. Some experts believe that very dry hardtack should be […]
Lions Action for Climate Empowerment (ACE) Art Competition Results
In late fall 2021, shortly after the Kingsville Lions Club Environment Committee decided to organize an art contest for local students, committee member Lion Joe Gibson happened upon an international competition which originated in Spain in 2019. This provided an excellent template for the eventual contest structure. When the Lions […]
Tilray Creates Native Plant Garden Entrance to Greenway
Plant Positivity Community Entrance by Tilray Brands to Connect Trails, Provide Pollinator Habitat in Essex Region Essex – This Earth Day, the Essex Region Conservation Authority and Essex Region Conservation Foundation are proud to announce a partnership with Tilray Brands, Inc. (“Tilray Brands”) (NASDAQ: TLRY, TSX: TLRY), which will improve access to […]
KCC Senior Expo and 6th Anniversary Celebration on April 28, 2022
SENIOR EXPO and 6th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION PROMOTING HEALTH, LIFESTYLE, NUTRITION AND ACTIVE LIVING April 28, 9am to noon Kingsville Community Centre, 1860 Division Rd. N., Kingsville ON This free community event will be filled with informative and supportive information, interactive displays, products and entertainment. You can expect to find a […]
WEST Announces Funding for Women’s Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program
New Skills Development Funding To Create More Inclusivity in the Skilled Trades for Newcomer, Racialized, Indigenous and LGBTQ Women Windsor, ON – Women’s Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor, Inc. (WEST) is thrilled to have received $658,098 in funding from the Skills Development Fund for its Electrical PreApprenticeship Program for women […]
Farewell to Western Secondary School
April 30 is certain to be an emotional day for current students and many alumni of Western Secondary School. On that Saturday, everyone is invited to an open house farewell event to officially celebrate the school which has been a fixture of the Amherstburg community since it welcomed its first […]
SECC Thanks Volunteers During Appreciation Week April 24-30
Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 24-30 and South Essex Community Council would like to take the time to thank every single volunteer for their dedication, empathy, and kindness. “SECC depends on volunteering to achieve its mission,” says Abby Neufeld Dick, Marketing & Communications Department Coordinator. “We are so grateful to […]
SECC Resumes Transit at 100% Capacity
South Essex Community Council (SECC) is excited to announce that their transportation services have resumed at 100% capacity. The program provides affordable and accessible door-to-door transportation to Windsor and across Essex County for individuals 55+ and persons with disabilities. “We are excited to have our transit running at full capacity […]
Lions Club Welcomes Youthful Opinion on Environment
The Lions Club of Kingsville focuses on the environment as one of our pillars of service. This month we let an articulate 10-year-old named Olive, a friend’s granddaughter of a prospective Kingsville Lions Club member, speak to us all. Hear the heartfelt plea for our environment in her unabridged email […]
ERCA to Hold Its Board of Directors’ Meeting on April 14, 2022
Essex Region –The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) will hold its regularly scheduled Board of Directors’ meeting digitally on Thursday, April 14 at 6:00 pm. Agenda items include: · Municipality of Lakeshore Shoreline Management Plan · Ontario Environment Fund · 2022 ERCA Budget Approval · Turkey Creek Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modelling – Project Update · Township of […]
UMEI Participated in Project on Gender-Based Violence ‘UNMUTE’
The pandemic brought with it many hardships, but one was the rise of gender-based violence within families. On March 30, 2022 students at UMEI Christian High School had the opportunity to practice how they might intervene when they suspect domestic violence may be happening to someone that they know. The […]
Kingsville Community Food Bank Needs for April, 2022
Have you ever gone to the Kingsville Community Food Bank for help? They stand ready to serve community members in need of groceries. But they provide more than food. They put together a list every month of specific types of donations they’re low on. This month, their focus is on […]
Kingsville Seniors’ Expo
200 Women Celebrated and Recognized in Skilled Trades Program
On Thursday March 24th, Women’s Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor, Inc. honoured guests, supporters, partners, funders at a Recognition Event at the Ciaciaro Club of Windsor. Over 78 guests came together in person to celebrate the community efforts and determination which have led to 200 determined women completing CNC/Industrial Mechanic […]
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Conservation Foundation Celebrates Donors and Award Recipients
Essex Region – The Essex Region Conservation Foundation hosted its Virtual Annual General Meeting on March 23, thanking its many donors and recognizing two award recipients. The Stephanie & Barry Zekelman Foundation, whose philanthropy has supported dozens of important causes in the Windsor-Essex community and beyond, was awarded the Clifford Hatch Conservation […]
Ontario Extends Freeze on College and University Tuition
Province’s action provides students and families with ongoing financial relief TORONTO — The Ontario government is extending the current tuition freeze for colleges and universities by an additional year, through 2022-2023, providing financial relief and predictability for students and families seeking access to affordable postsecondary education. “Our government recognizes that […]
Ontario Building School in Essex County
Progress Made Towards New School in Kingsville as Province Provides Approval to Award Tender ESSEX—The Ontario government is investing over $59 million to build a new JK-12 school to help working families in Kingsville. The province has provided the Greater Essex County District School Board with approval to award the […]
Saving Our Pollinators
The Lions Club of Kingsville focuses on the environment as one of its areas of service. This month, we focus on the importance of pollinators. Saving Pollinators Why are pollinators so important? Bees, butterflies, moths, fireflies and hummingbirds are some of our precious pollinators. Since plants cannot move themselves from […]
SSVP Announces Reopening of Camp Vincent This Summer
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Chatham-Kent would like to announce the reopening of Camp Vincent this summer. This year, all children and staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Camp Vincent is a not-for-profit camp located in Bothwell, Ontario. The camp is supported by the St. Vincent […]
Awards and Bursaries for KDHS Graduating Students
This community is second to none! I approached the staff at KDHS inquiring about funding opportunities for students graduating. What I discovered was more than a pleasant surprise, and something every resident should be aware of and celebrate! It’s that time of the year where graduating students can apply for […]