Lifestyle

Garden

Plant Smart: Choose Non-Invasive Species For A Healthier Garden

As gardening season begins, people in Canada are encouraged to be mindful when selecting plants and seeds, avoiding invasive options at garden centres and online. Invasive plants can overtake gardens, crowding out other plants and spreading uncontrollably to surrounding areas. “‘Wildflower’ seed mixes often contain invasive species like bachelor’s button, […]

Nature and Outdoors

Ontario Needs To Get Serious About Protecting And Restoring Nature

On December 16, 2024, Ontario Nature, Nature Canada and 58 of their partner organizations wrote an open letter to Acting Minister McCarthy (Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks) and Minister Smith (Minister of Natural Resources) requesting that the Government of Ontario commit to protecting and restoring nature. Biodiversity loss and climate change […]

Environment

Grants Available For Tree Planting Including Seedlings And Large Trees

The Essex Region Conservation Authority is offering grants ranging from 75% to 100% for projects that help protect our environment. Interested landowners should contact ERCA soon to learn about these grant programs and plan for spring projects. As well, landowners interested in planting trees or creating prairie habitat on their […]

Music

Leamington’s 150th Grand Finale: Jersey Nights and Broadway Concerts

The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is thrilled to announce the grand finale of Leamington’s 150th anniversary celebrations with two final back-to-back free concerts at The Bank Theatre. Jersey Nights: A Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Saturday, November 23, 2024 | […]