Please be advised that the Town of Kingsville will begin using certain pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) to control noxious weeds commencing on June 5, 2023, weather permitting, and ending September 29, 2023. This is required to promote public health and safety. The Town’s noxious weed control program […]
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UWSS Issues Yearly Reminder on Lawn Watering Restrictions
It’s that time of year again. The Union Water Supply System has issued their yearly reminder about watering restrictions that need to be followed from May 1st to September 30th. Odd-numbered homes can water on odd days of the month. Even-numbered homes can water on even days. Watering can be […]
Leamington Council Matters — May 23, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held May 23, 2023, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and: Approved Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) No. 274 to add a new definition to Section 3 Definitions and a new provision to Section 4 General Provisions of Zoning By-law 890-09. Approved Official […]
Survivor Day: A Celebration of Lives Saved at Centre for the Arts
The stories of 25 survivors and the paramedics, ambulance communication officers, other first responders and community members who gave them a second chance at life in 2022 were celebrated on Friday, May 26 at the 10th Annual Survivor Day. The event, which honours the survivors of trauma and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, is put […]
Construction and Road Closures Update as of May 26, 2023
The following notices are part of the County Road 42 Construction Project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. County Road 42 will be closed between Manning Road and Strawberry Drive from May […]
Public Notice of Pesticide Use for County of Essex
The Corporation of the County of Essex intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: The following pesticides that will be used are registered under the “Pest Control Products Act” (Canada): ClearView Herbicide (Reg. #29752) containing the active ingredients: Metsulfuron-methyl and Aminopyralid, (present as potassium salt) Gateway Adjuvant (Reg.#31470) containing […]
Allegra Kingsville Announces New Location To Better Serve Customers
Local Print and Marketing Provider Moves Location to Better Serve Customers Allegra Kingsville, a leading print and marketing services provider, has recently relocated to a new nearby facility in order to enhance its visibility and service capabilities. The new location, conveniently situated at 1589 County Road 34, allows Allegra Kingsville […]
New Transit Benches Arriving In Leamington
The Municipality of Leamington will see a total of 30 new benches installed at LT-Go transit stops across the community this summer through a partnership between the Municipality and Creative Outdoor. The accessible, all-weather benches are suitable for various types of weather and offer a comfortable and attractive seating option […]
Catalytic Converter Theft Upends Family Visit to Kingsville
A short, two-day trip home to Kingsville to celebrate the Mother’s Day long weekend didn’t turn out as planned for Cory Thuy. On Monday morning, Cory had his pickup truck packed and was ready to start off on the 11-hour journey back to North Carolina with his wife. He started […]
Town of Kingsville Council Brief from May 23 Meeting
At its May 23, 2023 meeting, Council: Appointed Councillor Lowrie to the Migration Festival Advisory Committee Approved the zoning by-law amendment and consent to sever 169 South Talbot Road subject to conditions. Approved the zoning by-law amendment for 14 and 40 Cameron Side Road with: Outdoor storage accessory to the industrial […]
Ontario Providing Free Training for Auto Workers
New projects will prepare people for good-paying careers in Ontario’s growing auto sector The Ontario government is investing more than $4.7 million to support two innovative projects to help over 360 people land full-time jobs in the province’s growing automotive manufacturing sector. These free programs will provide participants with skills […]
Kingsville’s Cedar Island Beach Unveils Mobility Mat
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the unveiling of its new Cedar Island Beach Mobility (Mobi) Mat. Join Mayor Dennis Rogers, members of Council and representatives from our Kingsville Accessibility Advisory Committee at 1:00 pm on Friday, June 2, 2023 for a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony. The […]
150th Anniversary Of The Royal Canadian Mounted Police
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the 150th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police: “For a century and a half, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has served and protected Canadians. Today, we thank all RCMP employees, past and present, for their dedication, relentless commitment, […]
May 23 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, May 23, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the May 23, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. You can attend the meeting in person or watch it […]
Ontario Introduces Draft Legislation to Dissolve Peel Region
On May 18, 2023, the Ontario government introduced the Hazel McCallion Act, which would, if passed, begin the process to dissolve the Regional Municipality of Peel and make the municipalities of Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon independent by January 1, 2025. These municipalities currently have approximately 1.5 million residents and are […]
Essex County Council Highlights for May 17, 2023
Warden Praises Paramedics and Work of Accessibility Advisory Committee Warden Hilda MacDonald opened Wednesday’s meeting by thanking the paramedics and support staff of Essex-Windsor EMS for keeping the community safe. “You have incredibly difficult jobs and you perform them admirably, with professionalism and pride. You provide care and comfort in […]
Planning Items for Review at May 23, 2023 Kingsville Town Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its May 23, 2023 Council meeting: 1. 1666 & 1678 Division Road North: An application for zoning amendment. The applicant proposes a four-storey, 100-unit multiple-dwelling structure (condominium tenure) and parking area. The proposal requires a zoning amendment to accommodate. Read the […]
Construction and Road Closures Update — May 18, 2023
The following notices are part of the County Road 42 Construction Project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. (Map ID #1) County Road 42 will be closed between Manning Road and Strawberry […]
Town’s Municipal Office Closed Monday, May 22 for Victoria Day
The Municipal Office for the Town of Kingsville will not be open on Monday, May 22, 2023. It will be closed for the Victoria Day long weekend. The office will be open again for regular hours on Tuesday, May 23. Have a happy Victoria Day weekend! Location: 2021 Division Road […]
Leamington Launches By-law Enforcement Bike Patrol Unit
To enhance community engagement and increase education about municipal by-laws, the Municipality of Leamington introduced a new By-law Enforcement Bike Patrol Unit (BPU) this week. The BPU includes by-law enforcement officers who have been specially trained to patrol on bicycles. The BPU will increase officer visibility throughout the Municipality and […]
Arena Front Desk Team Located at Town Hall Until Friday, May 19
There is construction work being done at the Kingsville Arena Complex. Because of this, the Arena Front Desk team will not be in the main entrance of the arena where you usually find them. The Team will be at the Town Hall until Friday, May 19. The Town Hall is […]
Applications Open! Sign Up Today for Ontario’s Learn and Stay Grant
Students enrolled in eligible nursing, paramedic or medical lab-tech programs could receive free tuition, books and other supplies Beginning May 16, 2023, students can apply for the newly-expanded Learn and Stay Grant. The grant provides full, upfront funding for tuition, books and other costs for students who enrol in an […]
Essex County Council Meeting to be Held Wednesday, May 17
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Leamington Council Matters — May 9, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held May 9, 2023, Council: Held a Court of Revision under the Drainage Act and: Confirmed the Schedule of Assessment outlined in the Addendum Assessment Schedule dated April 10, 2023, to provide for new bridges and an updated Assessment Schedule over the B & C […]
Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole Agenda for May 15 Is Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, May 15, 2023 Kingsville Arena – Committee Rooms B and C 1741 Jasperson Lane Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E4 The agenda for the Town of Kingsville’s meeting of the Committee of the Whole on May 15th is available on the Town website. The meeting will run […]
Canada’s Spy Agency Releases 2022 Public Report
Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has released its Public Report for 2022. The report provides an overview of the threats to Canada’s security and national interests, and helps Canadians understand the role and activities of CSIS. In 2022, global uncertainty continued to underpin national security threats, and major domestic and […]
Planning Items for Review at May 23, 2023 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its May 23, 2023 Council meeting: 1. 1666 & 1678 Division Road North: An application for zoning amendment. The applicant proposes a four-storey, 100-unit multiple-dwelling structure (condominium tenure) and parking area. The proposal requires a zoning amendment to accommodate. Read the […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — May 11, 2023
The following are part of Phase 1 of the County Road 42 construction project: Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, and in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. (Map ID #1) The intersection of County Road 42 and Manning Road will […]
2023 Rural Road Program Pulverizing Update
The Town has begun construction on pulverizing and surface treatment of the following roads: Road 8 West (Between County Road 27 and Marsh Sideroad) Road 8 East (Between Graham Sideroad and County Road 31) Road 7 East (Between Olinda Sideroad and County Road 31) South Talbot Road (Between County Road […]
Detroit-Windsor Tunnel to Remain Open During Detroit Grand Prix
Preparations are now underway for the 2023 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix in downtown Detroit. Event weekend is June 2 to 4, 2023, but the build-out preparations are already underway. Most of the preparatory work will take place between the hours of 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., with nightly temporary rerouting in downtown Detroit. […]
Reminder for Landowners to Destroy Noxious Weeds Before May 30
The Town of Kingsville is reminding all landowners that noxious weeds negatively impact farmer fields and humans with respiratory issues. Weed seeds can travel many kilometres by wind to invade and kill healthy crops. Poison ivy, sumac and oak cause skin reactions; ragweed may trigger breathing difficulties. This is an […]
Town of Kingsville Not Associated with Platinum Maintenance
The Town of Kingsville has received word that some residents have been called by a maintenance service company which has identified itself as Platinum Maintenance. Platinum Maintenance has said that it is associated with the Town of Kingsville. The Town of Kingsville wishes to inform residents that it has no […]
EMS Chief Bruce Krauter Announces Plan to Retire
Chief Bruce Krauter has announced that he plans to retire on Feb. 29, 2024, after leading Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services for 10 years. He made the announcement to Essex County council and in an email to EMS staff, saying he wanted to provide ample time for the recruitment of a […]
Planning Items for Review at May 16 Committee of Adjustment & Appeals
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following items at its May 16, 2023 meeting: 1. Consent (Lot Creation and Lot Addition) Vacant Land on County Road 34 West: An application for lot creation and lot addition. The subject property contains four existing structures, deemed surplus to the owner, […]
Virtual Official Plan Review Meeting Scheduled for June 7
The County of Essex will hold a virtual public meeting to gather input as part of its Official Plan Review process. The meeting will be held on Zoom on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The meeting will be streamed live on the County of Essex website at […]
Fish for Free in Ontario on Mother’s Day Weekend May 13-14, 2023
Families find many ways to celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day Weekend. If fishing is what you fancy, here’s some good news. On May 13-14, 2023 Ontario families and friends can enjoy fishing anywhere in the province without having to purchase a licence or carry an Outdoors Card. There are a few […]
May 8 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, May 08, 2023 6:00 – 10:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the May 8, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in person or via Livestream […]
2023 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) For Youth Program Underway
Thousands of great work opportunities now available through Canada Summer Jobs for youth As the warmer months approach, many young Canadians will be looking to secure meaningful work experiences for the summer. A summer job can serve as a valuable stepping stone to a successful career. Not only does it […]
Leamington Appoints Don Williamson as New Fire Chief
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce that Don Williamson will take on the new interim role of Fire Chief of Leamington Fire Services while also continuing to serve as Fire Chief for the Municipality of Lakeshore. At its meeting held May 2, 2023, Lakeshore Council approved entering into […]
REVISED DATE: Planning Items for Review at May 8 Council Meeting
UPDATE: The below proposal, originally scheduled for the May 8th, 2023 Council meeting, is postponed until further notice. We will send a revised notice when meeting details are finalized. 40 Cameron Side Road West. An application for a Zoning Bylaw Amendment. The applicant wants to sever land from 40 Cameron […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on May 3
Warden Welcomes Summer Students and Applauds HR Team Warden Hilda MacDonald in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County council meeting welcomed summer students who are joining various departments, as well as the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority and Essex-Windsor EMS. “As well as helping us complete important work over the […]
New Poll Finds Canada Would Vote To Become A Republic
More Canadians would vote to become a republic than remain a constitutional monarchy in a referendum tomorrow, according to new research from Lord Ashcroft Polls. A majority said they would prefer a Canadian head of state even if they disagreed with what he or she stood for, and nearly two […]
Virtual Public Meeting Notice: Process to Prepare New Official Plan
Notice of Virtual Public Meeting: Initiation of the Process to Prepare a New Official Plan PURPOSE Essex County Council will hold a second public meeting, through virtual means, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing issues to be considered in the development […]
Magna International’s Windsor Expansion Creates 110 New Jobs
Automotive parts manufacturer, Magna International, announced it will invest $6 million in its Windsor mechatronics plant as part of a wide-ranging $470-million package to expand its Ontario operations and add more than 1,000 jobs across the province. The company will use its existing Twin Oaks Drive facility in east Windsor for the new […]
Essex County Council Meeting for May 3, 2023
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 6:00 PM. As permitted under By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — April 28, 2023
Construction is ongoing on County Road 42 between Banwell Road and Manning Road, as well as in the surrounding area. Please use caution and obey all flag persons and construction signage. Also, note the following upcoming temporary road closures: County Road 42 will be closed in both directions between Manning Road (County […]
County Road 42 at Pike Creek Temporarily Closing in Early May
County Road 42 from County Road 19 (Manning Road) to Pike Creek will be temporarily closed to traffic due to construction May 2 to May 11. Digital message signs have been placed on County Road 42 at County Road 19 (Manning Road) and Pike Creek to notify the public of […]
Jane’s Walks Happening in Kingsville on April 30
Jane’s Walks will be taking place in Kingsville this weekend. Local residents who have an interest and knowledge about the area will be giving free hour-long neighbourhood tours. There will be three Walks on Sunday hosted by Tamara Stomp, Grant Munroe and Veronica Brown. What is a Jane’s Walk? Jane’s […]
Kaidyn’s Dream Walk Makes Great Strides For Organ Transplant Program
On Saturday, April 22, over 200 walkers gathered at the Essex Centre Sports Complex to support Kaidyn Blair and his family on their half-marathon walk to Windsor Regional Hospital Metropolitan Campus. The event was organized to raise awareness for the organ transplant program and the need for organ donors. As […]
Planning Items for Review at May 8, 2023 Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following application at its Monday, May 8, 2023, meeting: 40 Cameron Side Road West An application for a Zoning Bylaw Amendment. The applicant wants to sever land from 40 Cameron Side Road West and convey it to 14 Cameron Side Road West at a […]
Leamington Seeks Citizens for Union Water Supply System Board
As a Municipal Shareholder in the Union Water Supply System Inc. (UWSS Inc.), the Municipality of Leamington is seeking interested persons to serve as independent members (not a Council member or employee) on the UWSS Inc. Board for a four-year term (2023–2026). Serving on this Board is a great way […]
Highlights from April 24, 2023 Town Council Meeting
Council Meeting Highlights At the April 24th Council meeting, Council: • Conditionally approved a zoning amendment at Augustine Villas to allow the construction of two townhouse structures with a total of 12 units. • Awarded the tender of the Arena Slab Replacement Project. • Granted the Mayor authority to approve […]
Spotlight On Business: Purple Vixen Beauty Mobile Spa
As a PSW with a love for art and an appreciation for the beauty industry, starting her own mobile esthetics business felt like the natural next step for Heaven Cooper. Earlier this month, Heaven took the plunge and Purple Vixen Beauty Mobile Spa went from a business plan to reality. […]
Canada’s Housing Mismatch
Not only is there a widespread shortage of housing, but there is a growing mismatch between the housing types being built and those preferred by Canadians. Many Canadians prefer ground-oriented homes, but not enough are being built. Despite rising population and growing demand, more housing was constructed in Canadian cities […]
Canada A World Leader In Environmental Rankings
Canada’s environmental record outperforms a majority of comparable high-income countries worldwide, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan, Canadian public policy think-tank. “As Earth Day approaches, Canadians should know that their country remains one of the cleanest on the planet,” said Elmira Aliakbari, director […]
April 24 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, April 24, 2023, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the April 24th, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in person or via […]
Highlights from County Council Meeting on April 19
Warden Encourages Participation in Hospice Dove Pin Campaign Warden Hilda MacDonald is encouraging residents to contribute to The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County’s dove pin campaign. The dove pins and donation boxes will be available at stores throughout Essex County and Windsor the weekend of April 28-30. “This little […]
Comparing Government And Private Sector Compensation In Canada
Government workers across Canada receive 8.5% higher wages, on average, than comparable private-sector workers The wage premium and more generous benefits that government workers in Canada enjoy over their private-sector counterparts is one area governments could look to reduce costs following the recession, finds a new study published by the […]
Federal Public Service Strike Sends 155,000 Workers To Picket Lines
Picket lines have gone up across the country as more than 155,000 Public Service Alliance of Canada members working for Treasury Board and Canada Revenue Agency began strike action on April 19. As a result of the labour action, Canadians should expect that some services of the Government of Canada […]
Leamington Council Matters — April 11, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held April 11, 2023, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and approved: Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA) No. 272 to rezone the commercial property at 282 Erie Street South from a Commercial Highway (C2) Zone to a Commercial Highway (C2-22) Zone to […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for April 19, 2023
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 6:00 PM. As permitted under By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Committee of the Whole Agenda for April 17, 2023 Available Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, April 17, 2023 Kingsville Arena – Committee Rooms B and C 1741 Jasperson Lane Kingsville, ON N9Y 2E4 The agenda for the meeting of the Committee of the Whole on April 17th is available on our website. The meeting will run from 6 p.m. […]
Kingsville Seeks Citizens for Union Water Supply System Board of Directors
As a Municipal Shareholder in the Union Water Supply System Inc. (UWSS Inc.), the Town of Kingsville is seeking interested persons to serve as independent members (not a Council member or employee) on the UWSS Inc. Board for a four-year term (2023–2026). Serving on this Board is a great way […]
Kingsville Water Pollution Control Plant – Class Environmental Assessment
Notice of Commencement The Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) and the Town of Kingsville are undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) to expand or upgrade the Kingsville Wastewater Collection and Treatment System (wastewater system). The study will follow the Schedule C Municipal Class EA process as set out […]
Arena Renovations Delay Ice Season — Information Session April 20
Kingsville’s Arena renovation project will begin with a Request for Proposal (RFP) coming to the last Council meeting in April. This renovation includes removing and replacing the concrete ice pad, installing new dasher boards and glass, and replacing the ice rink refrigeration piping system; it was approved in the 2023 Capital […]
Kingsville Begins Spring Bylaw Blitz
Kingsville’s Bylaw Enforcement Officers will conduct enforcement blitzes throughout the year, beginning this spring. Enforcement this month will concentrate on the following: Swimming pools: If you have a swimming pool, you must have a fence at least four feet tall with a self closing and self-latching gate. This requirement prevents small […]
Applications for Review at April 18 Committee of Adjustment & Appeals
Planning Applications for Review at the April 18, 2023 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its April 18, 2023 meeting: 74 Jasperson Drive: The applicant recently received approval from Council for a zoning by-law amendment to permit semi-detached dwellings. The […]
Leamington Council Considers — April 11, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, April 11, 2023, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider the following matters: – Zoning By-law Amendment Application (ZBA) No. 272 to rezone the commercial property at 282 Erie Street South from a Commercial Highway (C2) Zone to […]
April 11 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the April 11th, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in person or via Livestream at […]
Main Street Development Update at April 17 Committee of the Whole Meeting
This April 17th “Committee of the Whole” meeting will focus on the future of Main Street and downtown Kingsville. A review of the findings and comments of the Main Street Development Review Committee was identified as one of Council’s 2023 Strategic Priorities. In 2020, Council formed a Main Street Development […]
Caldwell First Nation Gas Bar First Step In Economic Reconciliation
After centuries of a struggle to reclaim its land and source of livelihood, the Caldwell First Nation is celebrating the opening of a vibrant new Gas Bar and Convenience Store which is the first step in the plan to rebuild a nation from the ground up. The Caldwell First Nation […]
Road 2 and Division Construction Update
Construction will continue within the intersection of Road 2 and Division until approximately Wednesday, April 12th. Minor traffic delays should be expected at this intersection during daylight hours. Delays are not anticipated for the weekend or during non-daylight hours. Thank you for your patience. Image by Tayeb MEZAHDIA from Pixabay
Jeremy Hansen: First Canadian Astronaut To Fly To The Moon
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA), has announced that Jeremy Hansen will be the first Canadian Space Agency astronaut to fly around the Moon as part of NASA’s Artemis II mission. This historic crewed mission to the Moon will be the first since the end of the Apollo program 50 years […]
Convoy Technologies to Open New Factory in Windsor-Essex
Provider of Cameras and Other Equipment for Commercial Vehicles Nearshores Manufacturing Convoy Technologies, INC. announced its intent on Thursday to establish a new manufacturing facility in Windsor-Essex, Ontario. “If the pandemic has taught us one thing,” Convoy Technologies’ President Ron Harker said, “it is that having control over your supply […]
Leamington Council Matters — March 28, 2023
At the Leamington Council meeting held March 28, 2023, Council: Adjourned the Court of Revision regarding the B & C Concession Drain West to May 9, 2023. Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and approved: Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA No. 270 to permit two single detached […]
Municipality of Leamington Holiday Hours for Easter Weekend
The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023, and Monday, April 10, 2023, in observance of the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/reportanissue. Please note the following municipal service level adjustments because of the holiday: […]
Municipal Office Will Be Closed April 7 & 10 for Easter
We are closed Friday, April 7th and Monday, April 10th, for Easter weekend. Regular hours resume on Tuesday, April 11th. Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend with your friends and family. Join us at the Mayor’s Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8th! Image by Alexa from Pixabay
Leamington Emergency Alerts Now Powered by Alertable
The Municipality of Leamington is now using Alertable to send emergency notifications through Leamington Alerts. Leamington Alerts is the Municipality’s public alert messaging system that provides trusted, timely and accurate information to residents and businesses in a variety of emergency situations, including evacuation notices, gas leaks, boil water advisories and […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for April 5, 2023
There will be a series of meetings of Essex County Council held on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. As permitted under By-law 2022-31, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted on October 19, 2022, the […]
Ontario Adding New Protections for Home Buyers
Province expanding deposit insurance while consulting on potential cooling-off period for new home purchase agreements TORONTO — The Ontario government is doing more to protect first-time home buyers and their savings by expanding deposit insurance for First Home Savings Accounts at Ontario credit unions. The province is also consulting on […]
Kingsville Completes Wood Chipping from February Ice Storm
The Town of Kingsville has completed door-to-door wood chipping from the February ice storm. We asked residents to have branches dragged to the municipal right-of-way by March 6th to have their piles removed by town staff. Since the deadline, our team and contractor have made their way down every street […]
Ontario Increasing Minimum Wage to $16.55 an Hour on October 1, 2023
Nearly a million workers will benefit from bigger paycheques on October 1 TORONTO — The Ontario government is increasing the minimum wage to $16.55 an hour on October 1, 2023. This 6.8 per cent pay raise for low-income workers builds on the government’s steady and predictable increases every year to help […]
Province Helping More Ontario Students Become Doctors in Ontario
Historic number of undergraduate and postgraduate training seats now prioritized for Ontario residents The Ontario government is further expanding the number of medical school spots to historic highs while helping Ontario students become doctors in the province, whether they studied at home or abroad. Starting in 2023, the government is […]
Kingsville Shines At 8th Annual Best of Windsor Essex Awards
Kingsville is a great place to live. Whether your family roots are generational or you’re a new resident, our town has a lot to offer its citizens. This point came across loud and clear this week when the winners of the Best of Windsor Essex Awards were announced. Kingsville businesses […]
Household Incomes In Windsor Fall From Top Third To Bottom Third
Between 2005 and 2019, large cities in Southwestern Ontario—in particular Windsor and London—have gone from being amongst the most prosperous cities in Canada (as measured by median household income) to being amongst the least prosperous, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public […]
Information Regarding Developer-Led Public Meetings
You may have noticed a recent increase in developer-led meetings requesting public input on proposed developments. We want to ensure residents understand this consultation is separate from and before the formal application process. These are pre-application meetings organized by the developer, with content and proposals that are brand new to […]
County Staff Member Earns International Accessibility Credential
County of Essex administrative assistant Crystal Sylvestre is one of the first 134 individuals in the world to receive an Accessible Document Specialist credential from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). On top of her numerous duties as part of the Legislative and Community Services team at the county, […]
‘Build a Dream’ to Facilitate Recruitment Event with Enbridge Gas
Windsor, ON – March 28, 2023 – On Wednesday, March 29, Windsor-based not for-profit Build a Dream will be facilitating a mass recruitment and career exploration event with pipeline and energy company Enbridge Gas. The organizations will welcome hundreds of participants across Canada to explore employment at Enbridge in the […]
Isaac Brogan to Represent County at Scripps National Spelling Bee
The WFCU Scripps Regional Spelling Bee was held at the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts on Sunday, March 26. It featured Jim Crichton of CTV Windsor fame as the Host, and Windsor Star Managing Editor Craig Pearson as the Pronouncer. It was sponsored by WFCU and the St. […]
High-speed Internet Coming Soon to Cottam
High-speed internet will be coming to Cottam this year. Construction on infrastructure will be carried out by Cogeco for more than 940 homes and businesses as the company expands its fibre-powered high-speed internet and EPICO IPTV service. Work will start soon and should be completed by the end of 2023. […]
Burn Permits Required for Controlled Open Air Burning
The Town of Kingsville offers burn permits for controlled open air burning for residents. Permits are required for all burning. Who can apply for a burn permit? Only property owners can apply for a burn permit. A tenant, worker, or family member wishing to apply for a burn permit must […]
Branch Clean Up and Additional Yard Waste Pick Up March 30
Cleanup efforts continue following the ice storm in February. Town staff have been working to clear the large, loose branches. Cottam, Ruthven and most rural areas were completed last week (except for County roads, which our contractor is completing). This past week, our team moved into Kingsville subdivisions and urban […]
March 27 Town Council Meeting Agenda Available Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 27, 2023, 6:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 The Agenda for the March 27th, 2023, Council meeting is available on our website. Feel free to watch it in-person or via Livestream at the time of […]
Leamington Seeks Food Truck Operators For Waterfront District
The Municipality of Leamington is seeking operators of food vehicles to provide services at its waterfront on the Pedestrian Pier from May 19, 2023 to September 30, 2023, but excluding August 25, 2023 to August 27, 2023. The Pedestrian Pier includes a public area with lounge chairs and picnic tables […]
Phase 2 of Banar Watermain Replacement Begins March 27
Starting Monday, March 27, 2023 (weather permitting), Phase 2 construction begins on the Banar Subdivision Watermain Replacement project. Roads around the work zone will be closed to thru traffic. The work zone includes Woodlawn Crescent, Summerset Avenue, Commissioner Drive and Harold Cull Drive at Commissioner. Residents in the affected area […]
Windsor Regional Hospital President and CEO Responds To Ontario Budget
Statement by David Musyj, President and CEO, Windsor Regional Hospital, in response to the 2023 Ontario budget delivered on March 23, 2023 The last three years have been beyond difficult for everyone. I am very pleased to see the Ford government continues to recognize these facts and has made continued, […]
Road 7 East Closes to Replace Culverts Week of March 27
Please be advised that Road 7 East (Between Olinda Sideroad and County Road 31) will close the week of March 27th for culvert replacements. This work is necessary to advance our Road 7 East resurfacing project, which will happen later this year. The road will be closed entirely at each culvert […]
Underused Housing Tax: Impacts to Canadians and Non-Residents
Property owners with vacant homes in Canada should be aware of the new Underused Housing Tax (UHT), which came into effect on January 1, 2022. This new tax requires affected owners to file a UHT return with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) annually. Even if an affected owner meets an […]
Delays to North and Southbound Traffic on Division Start March 27
The Town of Kingsville has scheduled construction at the intersection of Division and Road 2 from March 27 – 29, 2023. This work is part of the ongoing Road 2 East reconstruction project. There will be restrictions to east and westbound traffic on Road 2, and detour signs will be […]
Dial 1-844 POISON-X For Poison Centres Now Available
Accidental poisonings are a leading cause of preventable injury and death in Canada Each year in Canada, over 1,500 people lose their lives and nearly 8,000 are hospitalized due to unintentional poisoning from medications, cleaners, cannabis products, and many other household items. Data from 2020 show that Canada’s poison centres […]


















































































