Are you passionate about your community? The Town of Kingsville is looking for volunteers to serve on the following Committees: Communities in Bloom Migration Festival Fantasy of Lights Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Help us plan events and initiatives that improve experiences for our residents and visitors. You can make a […]
Town & County News
Planning Items for Review at April 14 Town Council Meeting
Council will review the following applications at the April 14, 2025 meeting: 459 County Road 34 East: Applications for a surplus dwelling. The applicant is proposing to sever the existing dwelling and accessory structures onto a new lot and retain the vacant farmland. The retained farmland will be re-zoned to […]
Union Water Supply System – Call For Public Participation
Kingsville Congratulates Best of Windsor Essex Award Winners
The Town of Kingsville is happy to see local businesses recognized as winners in TWEPI’s 10th Annual Best of Windsor Essex Awards. The awards aim to celebrate the best things to see and do in the region. “I want to personally congratulate all of our Kingsville winners,” said Kingsville Mayor, Dennis Rogers. […]
Leamington Council Matters – March 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of March 25, 2025, Council: Denied Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment permitting a three-year extension for the use of two boarding houses at 6 Georgia Avenue. Deferred a consent application which seeks to sever a surplus farm dwelling from 1831 Mersea Road 10, and a […]
County Council Highlights for April 2, 2025
Warden encourages participation in the library’s spring cleanup Grab a kit at an Essex County Library branch and join The Great Cleanup Challenge. Warden Hilda MacDonald encouraged residents to take part in the fun, month-long challenge put on by the library and the Essex Region Conservation Authority. Kits available at […]
Cemetery Maintenance Begins in April
The Town of Kingsville is preparing to begin cemetery maintenance in April. We encourage residents to remove wreaths, blankets, and Christmas decorations by March 31, 2025, to ensure they’re not disposed of by staff during the clean-up. We appreciate your cooperation. See Kingsville’s Cemetery By-law for more details.
Leamington Road Reconstruction, Sewer Work Begins In April
Contractors working on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington will be undertaking a sewer separation and road reconstruction project on multiple streets as part of ongoing infrastructure improvements. Construction is scheduled to begin in April 2025 and is expected to be completed by November 2025, weather permitting. The affected roads […]
Tree Removals Planned for Downtown Core
The Town of Kingsville would like to inform residents that we have marked several trees in our downtown core for removal after an Arborist determined they are becoming hazardous to the downtown core. When a landmark tree that will significantly alter the streetscape or natural features of the neighbourhood is […]
Construction Notice — Ridgeview Park Laneway Closed
Please be advised that the driveway leading to the Ridgeview Park parking lot will be closed from mid-day Wednesday, March 26, 2025, to Monday, March 31, 2025, to support the ongoing construction of the Cottam Community Centre. Visitors are encouraged to use active transportation or park on the street during […]
Leamington Council Considers — March 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of March 25, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: Temporary use Zoning By-law Amendment permitting a three-year extension for the use of two boarding houses at 6 Georgia Avenue; Consent application which seeks to sever a surplus farm […]
Canadians and Americans Rally Together at Border Cities
On Saturday, March 22, 2025 rallies were held on both sides of the Windsor/ Detroit border to protest U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to Canadian sovereignty and economic stability. There were multiple goals for these rallies. Several messages were delivered by both groups. Canadians stood as a united front against […]
Kingsville Welcomes South Essex Community Council to Lions Hall
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce South Essex Community Council (SECC) has signed on to lease space at Lions Hall to expand youth programming and strengthen employment services. Council approved the agreement at its March 17, 2025, meeting. “This is exciting news for the Town and South Essex […]
Leamington Council Matters — March 4, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of March 4, 2025, Council: Held a Court of Revision under the Drainage Act and confirmed the Schedule of Assessment in the engineer’s report for a new access culvert for the 8th Concession Branch of the Big Creek Drain. Approved a proposal to convert a […]
County Council Highlights for March 19, 2025
Employee Excellence Awards presented to outstanding county staff The first annual Employee Excellence Awards were presented to four winners and 20 others who received honourable mentions at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. “We are extremely fortunate to have such exceptional, experienced, passionate and skilled professionals here at […]
Leamington Seeks Nominations For Annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards
The Municipality of Leamington is inviting community members to nominate outstanding individuals, groups, and organizations for the fourth annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards—a program that honours those who have made significant contributions to the community. The Mayor’s Recognition Awards celebrate excellence in various aspects of community life, from athletics and innovation […]
Gas Main Leak Leads To Emergency Road Closure Of County Rd 31
County Road 31 (Albuna Townline) is closed immediately north of County Road 20 (Seacliff Drive) to County Road 34 (Talbot Road) for an emergency gas main repair. This closure is necessary to repair a gas main leak, with repair work being undertaken by Enbridge Gas. The closure is anticipated to […]
Kingsville Council Brief from the March 17, 2025 Meeting
At its March 17, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved zoning changes for the property at 197 Lansdowne Avenue, shifting it from “Industrial” to “Commercial.” Council also updated the Zoning By-law to allow for fewer parking spaces (42) and to exempt trucks and trailers from needing a paved area for turning. Approved […]
Emergency Preparedness Training Exercise March 14-21, 2025
The Town of Essex is participating in an emergency preparedness training exercise from March 14 to 21, 2025, in collaboration with Windsor Regional Hospital, the City of Windsor, the County of Essex, the Town of Amherstburg, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, and provincial and international partners. This initiative simulates a coordinated […]
Have Your Say on Emergency Services
Kingsville Fire and Rescue is working with the Loomex Group on a Fire Master Plan. Our goal is to identify strategies for managing heightened demands on the fire department as the community grows, and align services to meet community need. Please take our survey to provide input on our current […]
MP Chris Lewis Presents Citizens with King Charles Coronation Medals
Essex MP Chris Lewis had the honour on March 15, 2025, of presenting the King Charles III Coronation Medal to several individuals who have made significant contributions to Canada and their communities. Recipients are: Donald Lucier Gilbert Bastien Linda Lynch Richard Brooks Mary-Maureen Atkin Tim McAllister Jeremy Douglas Sinasac The […]
March 17 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 17, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Planned Hydro Outage for Kingsville on March 16
On Sunday, March 16th Hydro One is working on M5 Feeder that will require an outage that affects all of E.L.K. customers in Kingsville. The planned outage will be starting at 7:30AM and will last approximately one hour. We apologize for any inconvenience. Location: 172 Forest Avenue Essex, Ontario Email: […]
Watermain Work on West Side Collector Road Begins March 17
Preliminary work on construction of the watermain for the new west side collector road extending Heritage Road to Road 2 West will begin on Monday, March 17, 2025 and continue throughout the year. The watermain will service the south western portion of Kingsville. The project was approved by Council earlier […]
Essex County Council Regular and Closed Meeting on March 19, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Public Information Meeting: Review of Areas Available for Development
Kingsville has initiated a review of the areas available for development (residential, commercial, industrial) to look at the adjustment and reallocation of lands within Kingsville, Cottam and Ruthven, which are identified in the 2024 County Official Plan for land use. Why are we doing this? Under the Planning Act, municipalities must maintain lands to […]
Robson Road To Be Temporarily Closed For Reconstruction
The Municipality of Leamington will be undertaking a road reconstruction and traffic calming project on Robson Road, from Erie Street South to Cherry Lane. Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 10, 2025 (weather permitting) and is expected to take approximately two months to complete. This project is part of ongoing enhancements […]
County Council Highlights for March 5, 2025
Council recognizes food donation helpers, staff and medal recipients Representatives of Erie James Produce and the Leamington Regional Food Hub were presented with certificates of appreciation by Warden Hilda MacDonald at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. Both assisted Essex-Windsor EMS with distributing almost two tons of dried […]
Leamington Council Matters — February 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 25, 2025, Council: Received a plaque presented by the Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent acknowledging the Municipality of Leamington’s assistance in providing water resources to Wheatley and Tilbury following the fire at the Wheatley Water Treatment Plant. Approved a proposal […]
County Road 22 Reconstruction: Notice of Public Consultation Centre
Notice of Public Consultation Centre County of Essex and Municipality of Lakeshore County Road 22 Reconstruction Introduction The County of Essex in partnership with the Municipality of Lakeshore has retained BT Engineering Inc. to design the reconstruction of County Road 22 from I.C. Roy Street easterly to West Belle River […]
County Road 42 Roundabout Project Wins Award
Good Roads has recognized the construction of a two-lane concrete roundabout connecting County Road 42 and County Road 43 for setting a high standard for workmanship, aesthetics and innovation while meeting all specifications and tight construction deadlines. The County of Essex and contractor Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP) were selected from […]
Why The Kingsville Times Is Leaving Twitter and Joining Bluesky
For years, Twitter, now called X, has been a key platform for news organizations, offering a place for real-time updates, breaking news, and direct engagement with readers. However, X has undergone significant changes in recent years contributing to increased misinformation and resulting in an environment where news organizations struggle to […]
Kingsville Asks Drivers to Take Extra Caution on Gravel Roads
The Town of Kingsville asks residents and school buses using gravel roads to drive extra cautiously. Recent weather fluctuations have caused a constant freeze-thaw cycle that has resulted in large potholes and ruts along our gravel roads. The roads must dry out before we can grade them or add more […]
Seasonal Load Limits in Effect on County Roads
Seasonal load limits on designated Essex County roads are in effect for 2025 and will remain in place while signs are posted. Operators are advised to observe the 5 tonne per axle load restriction signs on county roads during this period. Roads with seasonal load limits are listed on Schedule K of […]
March 3rd Kingsville Town Council Meeting Cancelled
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL The Town of Kingsville Regular Meeting of Council that was scheduled for March 3, 2025 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. has been cancelled. To receive agendas, planning notices and other town news in your email inbox, subscribe here: https://subscribe.kingsville.ca/Subscribe Website: Kingsville Ontario […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for March 5, 2025
There will be a Regular meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of […]
Council Brief from February 24, 2025 Town of Kingsville Meeting
At its February 24, 2025 meeting, Council: Adopted an Engineer’s Report dated February 5, 2025, prepared by Dillon Consulting Limited pursuant to Section 78 of the Drainage Act in respect of the Tully Meleg Drain for the MTO Widening Project. Approved certain road closures for the 2025 Migration Festival Parade […]
Beware of Road Damage Due to Freezing
Drive with extra caution and an eye to the pavement as some Essex County roads may have been damaged recently by weather conditions. Freezing water can create large cracks or boils in road pavement that appear suddenly when mild winter weather is followed by snow and colder temperatures. County of […]
Leamington Council Considers – February 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 25, 2025, Council will: Receive a plaque presented by the Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent acknowledging the Municipality of Leamington’s assistance with providing water resources to Wheatley and Tilbury following the fire at the Wheatley Water Treatment Plant. Consider holding […]
Tamara Stomp: A Lifelong Advocate For Essex County Steps Up For Change
For decades, Tamara Stomp has been a familiar face in Kingsville and beyond, serving as a steadfast advocate both for her clients in the courtroom and for the community in council chambers and local organizations. Now, the longtime lawyer and public servant is channeling her passion for governance into a new challenge—running […]
Notices of Passing & of Adoption re OPA & ZBA-2024-4 – Building Height
At the February 10, 2025 public meeting, Council approved amendments to the Official Plan and the Zoning By-Laws for the Town of Kingsville. The amendments are related to building heights within the Main Street Corridor and respond to legislative and policy changes. Read the full notice.
Leamington To Begin Phased Demolition Of Former LDSS
The Municipality of Leamington will begin the phased demolition of the former Leamington District Secondary School (LDSS) building, located at 125 Talbot Street West, beginning with the gymnasium, which was recently damaged by fire. Prior to initiating this first phase of demolition, the Municipality retained a contractor to test the […]
Detroit-Windsor Tunnel To Close For Annual Emergency Response Exercise
The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel will close for the Annual Emergency Response Exercise on Sunday, February 23 at 7:00 a.m. Windsor Fire and Rescue, Essex-Windsor EMS, Windsor Police Services, Canada Border Services Agency, along with Detroit Police, CBP, Detroit Fire and Homeland Security will be taking part in the exercise. The Tunnel […]
February 24 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 24, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
County Council Highlights for Feb. 19, 2025
Warden urges support for local businesses in light of U.S. threats Warden Hilda MacDonald in her remarks at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting applauded and encouraged support for local businesses and all companies that have invested in the Essex-Windsor region. “The County of Essex and the rest […]
Leamington Council Matters – February 11, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 11, 2025, Council: Approved a by-law to rezone a portion of 409 Talbot Street West to allow for a liquid soil reuse facility. Authorized severing 376 square metres of land, to be added to the adjacent property at 479 Talbot Road East. Approved […]
Significant Weather Event Declared on February 15, 2025 Ends
The Significant Weather Event affecting the Town of Kingsville has ended. Please continue to use caution, as conditions could vary across the municipality. Please visit our Snow Removal page for additional information regarding winter maintenance activities. Image by Manfred Antranias Zimmer from Pixabay
Update: Meet with Mayor Rogers and Councillor Neufeld at Library Cancelled
CANCELLED: Mayor of Kingsville Dennis Rogers and Councillor Thomas Neufeld had been scheduled to meet residents at the Kingsville Library on February 18th. According to the Essex County Library (FB page) — “If you were planning to attend tonight’s event please note that it has been cancelled.” Kingsville Library Branch: […]
This Winter Take Action: Clear Your Gas Meter
There is plenty of snow across Ontario, so we want to remind customers to keep snow and ice from building up on gas meters and external exhaust outlets for furnaces, fireplaces, water heaters and dryers. Keeping these areas clear will keep you safe and ensure your gas meter and appliances […]
Recycling to Be Collected on Thursday This Week
Recycling will be picked up a day later this week due to the Family Day holiday. That means you should put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, February 19th for Thursday morning this week or have it out by 6 a.m. on Thursday, February 20th. There is […]
Kingsville Hosts Public Meeting on Municipal Sewer Use By-law Updates
The Town of Kingsville is hosting a meeting to provide information regarding updates to our Municipal Sewer-Use By-law on February 26th, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in rooms B & C at the Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive. At this meeting, we will: Review current By-laws and greenhouse connection […]
February 15, 2025 — Declaration of Significant Weather Event
The Town of Kingsville has declared a Significant Weather Event concerning existing or potential hazardous weather conditions until further notice. This means: Drivers and pedestrians should use an appropriate level of caution when traveling during this event and avoid unnecessary travel if possible. Crews continue to work diligently to ensure […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Feb. 14, 2025
County Road 8 will be closed between County Road 9 and County Road 3 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning February 18 for approximately four months. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1)
Leamington Announces Municipal Services Available On Family Day 2025
Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Family Day, Monday, February 17, 2025: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Family Day. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/ReportAnIssue. Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre The Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre will […]
February 19, 2025 Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Significant Weather Event Ends
UPDATE TO ARTICLE: Declaration of Significant Weather Event The Significant Weather Event affecting the Town of Kingsville has ended. Please continue to use caution, as conditions could vary across the municipality. Please visit our Snow Removal page for additional information regarding winter maintenance activities. Image by janeb13 from Pixabay
Declaration of Significant Weather Event on February 12
UPDATE TO ARTICLE: On-Street 72-Hour Parking Ban Begins 6:30 pm on February 12 The Town of Kingsville has declared a Significant Weather Event concerning existing or potential hazardous weather conditions until further notice. This means: Drivers and pedestrians should use an appropriate level of caution when traveling during this event […]
On-Street 72-Hour Parking Ban Begins 6:30 pm on February 12
The Town of Kingsville has declared an on-street parking ban to commence winter control operations. On-street parking is now prohibited for a period of 72 hours, effective 6:30 pm on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Parking on residential streets during a ban carries a $35.00 fine (By-Law 63-2022). You can find alternate parking […]
Essex County Counts: Priorities for the Provincial Election
The County of Essex is calling on provincial candidates running for election on February 27 to commit to addressing priority issues identified by Essex County Council, which is comprised of the mayors and deputy mayors of the county’s seven local municipalities. Addressing these priorities is crucial to the quality of […]
Council Brief from the February 10, 2025 Meeting
At its February 10, 2025 meeting, Council: Following a presentation from the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), directed Administration to opt-in to ERCA’s Non-Mandatory Programs Fund, and the annual contribution of $32,879.00 for this fund will be transferred from the Park Fees Reserve. Approved By-laws 4-2025 and By-Law 5-2025, being […]
Report: Rising Income Inequality, Housing Crisis In Windsor-Essex
With a provincial election under way, a newly released report, Income Inequality and the Housing Crisis in Windsor-Essex County, reveals alarming trends in income disparity and housing affordability in the region. The report, a collaboration between five community organizations, underscores the urgent need for policy interventions to address rising economic […]
Leamington Council Considers – February 11, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 11, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: A by-law to rezone a portion of 409 Talbot Street West to allow for a liquid soil reuse facility. Severing 376 square metres of land to be added to […]
Local Resident Stephen Higgins Announces Candidacy For Green Party
It’s Time for Essex to Have a Voice in Queen’s Park In the political landscape, there comes a moment when the need for genuine representation becomes undeniable. For the riding of Essex, that moment is now. The time has come for our community to have a true voice in Queen’s […]
County Advances Regional Interests at ROMA Conference
County of Essex delegations recently met with Ontario government officials to advocate on three issues of importance to the region. The presentations were made in Toronto at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference. The conference, held Jan. 19-21, was attended by more than 2,000 municipal leaders, government officials, public […]
February 10 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 10, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
County Council Highlights for Feb. 5, 2025
Warden Encourages Participation in Black History Month Events Essex County Warden Hilda MacDonald is encouraging residents to take part in local Black History Month events. “February is Black History Month – a time to celebrate and honour the legacy and contributions of Black Canadians and communities to the fabric of […]
Gordie Howe International Bridge Helps Southwest Detroit Community
106 Residents Receive Home Repairs Through Delray Home Improvement Program The Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan brought comfort and safety to Southwest Detroit through the Delray Home Improvement Program, with free home repairs provided to 106 residences. The four-year program offered residences near the US Port of Entry […]
Leamington Council Matters – January 28, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Council: Approved a By-law to rezone the consolidated lands at 731 County Road 14 from an Agricultural Residential Zone and an Agricultural Hobby Farm Zone to Agricultural General. Adopted an engineer’s report regarding a new access bridge over the Big […]
Leamington Issues Final Call for Summer And Seasonal Job Applications
Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for a 2025 student or seasonal position with the Municipality of Leamington! The following positions are available: Student Positions: Civil Engineering Student Day Camp Counsellor Marina Dock Hand Parks and Roads Student Labourer Planning Student PCC Laboratory Assistant / General Labourer Records Management Student […]
County Issues RFP for Intensive Supportive Housing Program
The County of Essex is requesting proposals from interested parties to provide an Intensive Supportive Housing Program within the boundaries of the County of Essex to vulnerable adults with complex needs. The County is inviting responses from qualified service providers and/or supportive housing facilities, defined as any residence, rest home, […]
Leamington Halts Proposed Attainable Housing Development
The Municipality of Leamington remains committed to addressing the community’s need for attainable and affordable housing. However, after extensive efforts to finalize an agreement with Amico Properties Inc. (Amico) for the proposed development of attainable and affordable housing on the former Leamington District Secondary School property located at 125 Talbot […]
Kingsville Committee of the Whole February 3 Agenda Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, February 3, 2025 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole will take place on February 3 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – Committee of the […]
Kingsville Council Brief from January 27, 2025 Meeting
At its January 27, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved an application to sever an existing dwelling, deemed surplus to the needs of the applicants’ farming operation on a 0.51 ha (1.3 ac.) lot known as 516 Road 11, in the Town of Kingsville, subject to certain conditions. Approved an application to […]
February 5, 2025 Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
County of Essex Launches Council Feedback Form
The County of Essex has added an online form to its website so that members of the public can easily contact all members of Council at the same time. In the past, residents seeking to provide feedback to all members of Council at once had to type in individual email addresses. Now, […]
Kingsville Seeks Committee Volunteers
Are you passionate about your community? The Town of Kingsville is looking for volunteers to serve on the following Committees: Communities in Bloom Fantasy of Lights Migration Festival Help us plan events and initiatives that improve experiences for our residents and visitors. You can make a difference while meeting great people […]
Leamington Council Considers — January 28, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: Approving a By-law to rezone the consolidated lands at 731 County Road 14 from an Agricultural Residential Zone and an Agricultural Hobby Farm Zone to an Agricultural General. […]
MPP Leardi Announces Seniors Active Living Centre For LaSalle
Anthony Leardi, MPP for the riding of Essex, announced on Friday the new Senior Active Living Centre for LaSalle. This is one of the up to 100 new SALC programs opening across the province this year to help improve seniors’ quality of life and build community engagement. “LaSalle Senior Active […]
January 27 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, January 27, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Homelessness Hub in Leamington Offers Warm Shelter at Night
Warming Centre The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is opening its doors for those who need a warm place to go at night. The drop-in centre – at 215 Talbot Street East in the South Essex Community Council (SECC) building – is now open from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. seven days a […]
MPP Leardi Announces $7.4 Million Investment in Kingsville
Provincial investment will facilitate the construction of up to 2,927 homes On January 23, 2025, Anthony Leardi, MPP for the Riding of Essex, announced that the Ontario government is investing $7,437,500 in critical infrastructure to facilitate the construction of up to 2,927 new homes in Kingsville. The funding is being […]
Windsor Raises Concerns Over Asylum Claimant Program
City Facing Significant Financial Implications in Relation to Federal Government Asylum Claimant Process Changes – With changes to IHAP initiative, the federal government is requiring municipalities and the province to begin shouldering the financial and resource burdens associated with providing interim housing and related supports for asylum claimants at the […]
Leamington Council Matters — January 14, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Council: Approved Microsoft Licensing fees in the amount of $67,520 + HST to support the functionality of SharePoint for improved collaboration, security, and compliance. Approved a By-law to Regulate the Operation of Municipal Cemeteries. Council also authorized the price list […]
Kingsville Council Brief from January 13, 2025 Meeting
At its January 13, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved the following actions based on the recommendations of the Integrity Commissioner’s report dated January 6, 2025, respecting an investigation of a complaint received regarding the conduct of a Town of Kingsville Committee Member: That Council issues a public reprimand to the Committee […]
Snow Removal 2025 for Town of Kingsville
Get to Know the Plan for Snow Street parking restrictions During winter, our primary goal is to address snow and ice so you can safely get where you need to go, which is only possible when the snow plow’s path is free from vehicles and obstacles. Amendments to Kingsville’s Winter […]
County Council Highlights for Jan. 15, 2025
Homelessness Hub is an Overnight Warming Centre The County of Essex is again providing a warming centre and haven from the cold to those experiencing homelessness this winter, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to council on Wednesday. The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is currently open from 10 […]
Notice of Passing of Zoning By-Law Amendment
The Council of the Town of Kingsville passed By-law 01-2025 on January 13, 2025 By-law 01-2025 amends the Town of Kingsville Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1-2014, Section 4.2 – Accessory Buildings & Structures, to the following: Section 4.2 (h) Accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed the following heights: in residential […]
Affordable Pass Program Expanded In Leamington
Eligible Leamington residents are now able to take advantage of the Affordable Pass Program (APP) and purchase subsidized bus fares for LTGO On-Demand Transit. The APP subsidizes residents living in low-income households at a discounted rate of 50% before taxes. Residents can apply for or learn more about the APP […]
Leamington Summer Student And Seasonal Positions Now Open
The Municipality of Leamington is accepting online applications for 2025 summer student and seasonal positions. The following positions are available: Student Positions: Civil Engineering Student Day Camp Counsellor Marina Dock Hand Parks and Roads Student Labourer Planning Student PCC Laboratory Assistant / General Labourer Records Management Student Water Services Student […]
Kingsville Begins Short-Term Rental Licensing Program
Applications for a Short-Term Rental Licence are now available on the Town’s website at www.kingsville.ca/STR. On November 4, 2024, Kingsville Town Council adopted By-law 82-2024, which mandates that all Short-Term Rentals (STRs) in the Town must be licensed to operate or advertise. This new regulation aims to ensure compliance with safety and […]
Leamington Council Considers — January 14, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Council will: Consider a report regarding Microsoft licensing for SharePoint Implementation. Council will determine whether to approve Microsoft licensing fees that may be funded through the General and Administration Reserve, to support the functionality of SharePoint for improved collaboration, security, […]
January 13 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, January 13, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Essex County Council Special and Regular Meeting Notice for January 15, 2025
There will be a Special and Regular Meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, which are scheduled to commence at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, respectively. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of […]
Planning Items for January 27 Kingsville Town Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its January 27, 2025 Council meeting: B-2024-21 & ZBA-2024-14 – Applications for a surplus farm dwelling. The applicant is proposing to sever the existing house and accessory structure onto a new residential lot. The proposed remaining farmland will be rezoned to prevent […]
Downtown Windsor Set To Roar With Detroit Lions Drone Show
The City of Windsor is gearing up to join in the excitement of the Detroit Lions Playoffs with a breathtaking and awe-inspiring show high above the Windsor waterfront downtown this Friday, January 10, 2025. A Detroit Lions themed drone show, gifted to the City of Windsor by the Detroit Lions, […]
Regular Kingsville Town Council Meeting Dates for 2025
Kingsville Town Council will meet on the following dates in 2025: Monday, January 13, 2025 Monday, January 27, 2025 Monday, February 10, 2025 Monday, February 24, 2025 Monday, March 3, 2025 Monday, March 17, 2025 Monday, April 14, 2025 Monday, April 28, 2025 Monday, May 5, 2025 Monday, May 26, […]
Heritage Advisory Committee Meets January 7, 2025
The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Tuesday, January 7, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 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 Recording Secretary at mducharme@kingsville.ca […]
Expect Heavy Equipment at Cedar Beach in January
The Town of Kingsville wants to inform the public that Fisheries and Oceans Canada – Small Craft Harbours (DFO-SCH) plans to demolish the docks and supporting structure at Cedar Beach Small Craft Harbour this January. The docks are in poor condition and have started to deteriorate to the point where the structure […]
Christmas Tree Drop-Off Locations Until End of January, 2025
The Town of Kingsville provides several Christmas Tree drop-off Depots, which will remain open until the end of January. You may drop your live tree off at any of the following locations: Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive (Southeast Parking Lot) Lakeside Park, 314 Queen Street (Herrington Parking Lot) Linden Beach […]
Garbage Pickup Dates This Week
For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Tuesday, nothing changes this week. Pickup will still be on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. if your Garbage Day is normally on Friday, this week pickup will be on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Residents can contact GFL Environmental for service inquiries, issues, bins, […]