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Santa Comes to Kingsville for a Pancake Breakfast December 13

Experience holiday magic during Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Lakeside Park Pavilion. Enjoy a warm pancake breakfast with sausage, juice, coffee, and tea, decorate a cookie, and share your wish list and take a photo with Santa. $10 per person. Children 2 and under eat free Seatings: 9:00–9:45 am 10:00–10:45 am— Full […]

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Colchester Harbour Site Of New Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

Members of Essex Town Council joined representatives from Essex-Windsor EMS today to celebrate the installation of a new life-saving Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at the Colchester Harbour. This new device, available 24/7, year-round for public use, has been installed thanks to a generous $30,000 grant from Enbridge Gas, which is […]

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New Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm Requirements Coming January 1, 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, new provincial safety requirements will expand where carbon monoxide (CO) alarms must be installed in existing homes across Ontario. These updates are part of the Fire Code (O. Reg. 213/07) and aim to better protect residents from carbon monoxide, an invisible, odourless, and deadly gas. Who Is Affected The updated rules […]

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Essex-Windsor EMS Raises $20,928.30 for Goodfellows

Smashes last year’s total in support of longstanding Christmas charity Essex-Windsor EMS volunteers helped Windsor Goodfellows raise $20,928.30 last week, smashing last year’s total. Hardy volunteers from EWEMS – Paramedics and staff alike – once again helped out Windsor’s time-honoured Christmas-time charitable cause, and at EWEMS’ usual intersection of Lauzon […]

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Leamington Council Matters – November 25, 2025

At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, November 25, 2025, Council:  Approved an additional amount of $107,842 (excluding HST) to Nevan Construction Inc. for the completion of the Mersea Road D Bank Stabilization Project.  Approved an additional amount of $71,015.62 (excluding HST) to Rapid Drainage Ltd. for the completion of additional works required to complete the Watermain Replacement and Asphalt Resurfacing project on Maxon Avenue, Sherman Street, James Street and a portion of Wigle Street.  […]

Canadian News

Government Makes Up 30% Of Canada’s Total Employment Growth Since 2015

From 2015 to 2024, the government sector in Canada—including federal, provincial and municipal—added 950,000 jobs, which accounted for roughly 30 per cent of total employment growth in the country, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “In Canada, employment in […]

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Road Closures, Transit Changes Announced For Leamington Santa Claus Parade

The annual Leamington Santa Claus Parade will take place on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, several temporary road closures will be in effect. Erie Street from Countess Street to Wilkinson Drive will be closed during the parade. Georgia Avenue will be closed from 4:00 PM […]

Ontario News

Ontario Invests $2.6M to Help More Youth Gain Experience in Skilled Trades

New Tech Trucks will introduce thousands of students to in-demand careers in the skilled trades The Ontario government is investing $2.6 million in Skills Ontario to add two additional trades and tech trucks to their fleet, giving thousands of youth across the province new opportunities to explore skilled trades and […]

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National Study Finds Mortgage Holders Face Rising Financial Vulnerability

Half of Canadian mortgage holders could only maintain their lifestyle for less than six months without their primary income, according to groundbreaking research from Pollara, commissioned by The Canadian Association of Financial Institutions in Insurance (CAFII). The comprehensive Credit Protection Insurance (CPI) Segmentation Study surveyed more than 3,000 Canadians and reveals widespread […]

Ontario News

Ontario Protecting Ratepayers by Expanding Energy Savings Programs

New rebates and incentives will help families save money and help businesses grow As part of its plan to protect Ontario by keeping energy costs down, the government is expanding its energy savings programs, introducing new rebates for energy-efficient home appliances and incentives for industrial, municipal, institutional and health-care organizations. […]

Town & County News

Town Releases Draft 2026 Budget on ‘Have Your Say Kingsville’

The draft budget proposes an increase of $11.97 per month (or $143.63 annually) for the average household in Kingsville.  Based on MPAC assessment, the average household in Kingsville is assessed at approximately $250,000 (2016 assessment rates). The Town of Kingsville has released its 2026 Draft Budget for community review and feedback. Budget […]

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Leamington’s Sherk St & Ellison Ave Intersection Closed Temporarily

Paving work on Sherk Street is scheduled to begin today, Thursday, November 20, 2025, as part of the ongoing area sewer separation and road reconstruction project. To safely complete this work, the intersection of Sherk Street and Ellison Avenue will be closed for the day, following the morning bus routes. Motorists are asked […]

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Town Council Brief from the November 17, 2025 Meeting

At its November 17, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved the following related to Gardner Estates (Truax): Approved the Subdivision Agreement containing forty-three (43) lots for single detached residential units, and sixteen (16) lots for thirty-two (32) semi-detached, or townhouse, residential units; and Approved Street “A” to be known as Charles Gate […]

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Enjoy a Holiday Tea Party for Fantasy of Lights – Grand Times, Tiny Teacups

Join the Town of Kingsville for a festive Intergenerational Tea Party! Bring your grandkids, niece, nephew, neighbour, or family friend for a joyful celebration featuring tea, treats, crafts, and meaningful moments together. This special event is open to everyone—from ages 5 to 105! Join us at the Gosfield Communications Community […]

Business

Windsor-Essex Celebrates Success Of Battery Boost Program

Program has exceeded national training and employment targets Invest WindsorEssex (IWE), together with partners from NextStar Energy, Upskill Canada powered by Palette Skills and the Government of Canada are proud to celebrate the success of Battery Boost Technical Training Program for battery manufacturing careers, an innovative workforce development program that has surpassed all expectations in […]

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Leamington Launches 2nd Annual Mayor’s Holiday Card Contest

The Municipality of Leamington is inviting local students to help spread holiday cheer through art. The second annual Mayor’s Holiday Card Design Contest, led by Mayor Hilda MacDonald, encourages Grade 4 and 5 students from Leamington’s elementary schools to showcase their creativity and community spirit this holiday season. Working directly with local schools, the […]

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Items for Review at Nov. 18 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals

The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its November 18, 2025, meeting: 372 Road 11: An application for minor variance. The applicants are proposing the construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) in their front yard. The proposal requires relief from Town’s current by-laws, which permit […]

Ontario News

Ontario Helping Veterans Find Rewarding Careers Faster

Investment will help veterans turn military experience into college and university credits The Ontario government is investing $575,000 to help Canadian Armed Forces members turn the skills they developed during their service into the postsecondary credits they need to land in-demand jobs. This investment will make it easier and faster […]

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New Windsor Modular Build Speeds Up Path To Affordable Housing

Habitat for Humanity Windsor Essex has launched a new modular building program with an indoor groundbreaking at the A-LINX manufacturing facility in Oldcastle, ON., marking a shift toward innovative construction methods that aim to increase affordable homeownership across Canada. This unique event, the first indoor groundbreaking in the local Habitat’s […]

Ontario News

Ontario Boosts Fertility Support Access In Windsor

The Ontario government is investing $1,571,277 in Victory Reproductive Care in Windsor to help more families access publicly funded fertility treatments closer to home. This funding through the Ontario Fertility Program (OFP), will support approximately 163 in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycles improving access to care and reducing wait times for […]

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Leamington Adjusts Municipal Services For Remembrance Day

The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Remembrance Day. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue.  Remembrance Day Ceremony  The annual Remembrance Day ceremony will be held at the Leamington Cenotaph on Tuesday, November 11.   A parade will start at the corner of Fox Street […]

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Leamington Provides Update On Demolition Of Former Secondary School

The Municipality of Leamington is advancing to the next phase of demolition of the former Leamington District Secondary School, located at 125 Talbot Street West. A contractor working on behalf of the Municipality has begun abatement activities, including the safe removal of hazardous materials within the building. Exterior demolition is anticipated to […]

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Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee November 12 Agenda Is Online

The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee Agenda Wednesday, November 12, 2025 2:00 – 3:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any additional accessibility needs, please contact the Natalie Sharp, Deputy […]

Ontario News

Ministry of Finance Presents A Plan To Protect Ontario

Ontario’s 2025 Fall Economic Statement delivering on the province’s plan to build a more competitive, resilient and self-reliant economy On November 06, 2025, Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy released the 2025 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review: A Plan to Protect Ontario, which supports the government’s plan to protect Ontario by […]

Canadian News

Canadians Worried About Threats To Democratic Foundations

Law societies launch national campaign to unite Canadians around the rule of law As concerns over the strength of democratic freedoms dominate international headlines, new research shows Canadians are worried about threats to the rule of law at home. According to research commissioned by a cross-country coalition of law societies […]

Business

Opportunity Alert For Windsor-Essex businesses

The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) is inviting vendors to become official merchandise partners for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project. Businesses with expertise in apparel, accessories, or collectibles are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest to design, produce and sell officially licensed Gordie Howe International Bridge merchandise by Nov. 14, 2025. The […]

Business

New Detroit-Windsor Transit, Trade Links Announced At Detroit Fall Forum

Amtrak to create direct passenger rail corridor connecting Chicago, Detroit, Windsor and Toronto Downtown Detroit’s future as a global innovation and transportation hub was in the spotlight Wednesday, Oct. 15 during the Downtown Detroit Partnership’s (DDP) Fall Forum: Special Edition, in partnership with Michigan Central and the RIVER Collaborative, which took place at The […]

Town & County News

Essex Awarded ‘Charged For Change’ Funding For New EV Chargers

The Town of Essex is pleased to have been awarded “Charged for Change” funding through Aviva Canada in partnership with Earth Day Canada. Charged for Change is a program that provides funding for public electric vehicle (EV) charging installations in communities across Canada with limited or no access to EV infrastructure. The program will […]

Business

NextStar Energy Expands Into Energy Storage

Energy Storage System (ESS): Powering grid stability and supporting the AI-driven future. (CNW Group/NextStar Energy Inc) Windsor Battery Production Begins This Month NextStar Energy, Canada’s first large-scale lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, is expanding its operations to include the production of energy storage system (ESS) batteries. Starting this month, the Windsor-based […]

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Windsor-Essex Hosts Landmark Conference Showcasing Next-Gen Innovation  

Over 500 attendees, 45 exhibitors and 30 world-class presenters attended the annual Emerging Technologies in Automation and Mobility Transformation Conference and Trade Show at Caesars Windsor. Hosted by Invest WindsorEssex in partnership with Automate Canada, the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program, the Canadian Association of Mold Makers, the Canadian Tooling & Machining Association and the Ministry […]

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Leamington To Windsor Transit Service To End In 2026

The Municipality of Leamington regrets to announce that the Leamington to Windsor (LTW) Transit Service will be discontinued effective April 30, 2026. The decision follows the expiry of provincial funding and the County of Essex’s decision not to provide ongoing financial support for the regional transit service. Despite these challenges, […]