Martin R Landry, President and Chief Executive Officer at VIA Rail Canada has issued the following statement regarding the travel delays and train cancellations which occurred from December 23 to December 26: “A severe winter storm along with the derailment of a freight train disrupted VIA Rail’s operations from December 23 […]
The Government of Canada has announced that the selection process is underway for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA). It is seeking applications from qualified, diverse, and talented individuals to fill the position through an open, transparent, and merit-based selection process. Interested candidates are […]
Collection Calendar Update Your 2022-2023 garbage collection calendar remains relevant this month. The new calendar begins in February, and your copy will arrive before the end of January. Find a digital version online anytime on our website.
Government reaches target of 431,645 new permanent residents The Federal Government has been addressing the acute labour shortages the country is facing today with immigration to Canada as a key part of the solution. Newcomers enrich our communities, and contribute to our economy by working, creating jobs and supporting local […]
Kingsville Town Council meets Monday, January 9, 2023. We have returned to in-person meetings. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. You can find the agenda on our website. Members of the public can join us in person or view the meeting via livestream For information pertaining to this agenda or […]
On January 6, 2023 our Environmental Services team will investigate and repair a water main leak in front of the Zehrs parking lot. Both Main Street East parking lot entrances will be closed during this time, and we will divert traffic into the turning lane. We will do our best […]
The Town of Kingsville has released the 2023 Draft Budget, which will be presented and deliberated at two special meetings of Council this month. The Town adopts an annual budget to fund various services, including roads, police, fire, parks & recreation, waste collection, and many others. The budget also provides an opportunity to […]
Do you have a Christmas tree that you can’t take to one of Kingsville’s drop-off locations? You can call the Town of Kingsville Municipal Office at 519-733-2305 to schedule a pickup. You must make an appointment if you’d like your Christmas tree to be picked up on one of these […]
It’s a new year and the holidays are behind us. Time to get back to normal life! There’s a lot going on in the Town of Kingsville. Did you know Kingsville has a community calendar online? You can use it to stay informed and up to date about the events taking […]
The Ambassador Bridge is a trade corridor of national significance. It is the single busiest border crossing between Canada and the United States, handling approximately $400 million in trade every day. Last year, it accounted for over a quarter of Canada’s exports and a third of imports by land. The […]
Environment Canada has issued a blizzard warning for Windsor and Essex County. Blizzard conditions are expected to continue into Saturday December 24. The area may experience wind gusts of 90 to 100 km/hr with the possibility of utility outages. Snowfall amounts will reach between 5 and 15 cm by Saturday […]
If you had a natural Christmas tree this year you may be wondering where you can dispose of it after the holiday festivities are over. The Town of Kingsville has some drop-off spots where you can take your natural tree for recycling. These locations will remain open until the end […]
Warden Reflects on Challenges and Opportunities 2022 Brought the County Essex County Warden Hilda MacDonald thanked staff for their hard work and commitment in 2022 and applauded residents for stepping up to help citizens of Ukraine. In her opening remarks at Wednesday’s council meeting, the warden called 2022 a year […]
High winds are expected to increase this afternoon, power is out in the downtown area, traffic signals are not working in many places, some Town facilities are on standby power only, and roads are in challenging conditions. Temperatures have dropped and are now dangerous for those outdoors. Office Closures and […]
The Town of Kingsville is getting winter control operations ready before the expected storm Friday and Saturday. We will likely declare a “significant weather event” and on-street parking ban tomorrow (December 23rd). We will send notice through our website news portal and social media platforms if a ban is declared. Vehicles […]
Season’s Greetings! The Municipal Office will be closed on December 26, 27, 28, and January 2 and 3 for the holidays. Remember, there are many self-service options available on our website. Regular hours resume on January 4th. Image by Biljana Jovanovic from Pixabay
Marketing and Printing Centre Partners With Canadian Blood Services to Promote Awareness of Needed Blood Donors To extend awareness surrounding the ongoing need for blood donations, Allegra Kingsville is partnering with Canadian Blood Services for their “Make All The Difference” campaign. Through January 31, 2023 sponsors seek new blood donors […]
On December 19, 2022 the Federal Government announced that more than $3.6 million in funding is being directed to Workforce WindsorEssex through the Migrant Worker Support Program. This is one of several projects being funded through this program to help temporary foreign workers learn about and exercise their rights while […]
Town Amends On-Street Parking Restrictions During Winter Control Operations The Town of Kingsville has changed its on-street parking by-law to provide residents greater parking flexibility during the winter. Previously, the Town banned on-street parking from midnight to 6:00 am from November 15 to April 15 each year. This ban allowed […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, December 21, 2022 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 […]
County of Essex road crews are ready to roll this season when the winter weather strikes and are reminding motorists to adjust their driving habits in snowy conditions and be patient and alert when encountering snow removal equipment. Winter travel calls for extra care even under normal weather conditions, but […]
The County of Essex has launched a recruitment campaign for a dynamic and financially savvy Chief Administrative Officer to lead a rapidly growing upper-tier municipality. The County is seeking a proven leader who can foster a culture of collaboration, respect and results, with a proven ability to develop strategic solutions, […]
Having a plan and emergency supplies for your home and car will help keep you safe this winter TORONTO — As Ontario approaches the start of the winter season, the government is reminding Ontarians to have an emergency plan and supplies on hand to keep themselves and their loved ones […]
Holiday message from the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario This year as I reflect on the holiday season, I turn to the traditional messages of our late Sovereign. Somehow she always found just the right words of comfort and joy. Her last holiday message began by saying: “Christmas […]
Did you go all-out with your outdoor holiday decor? Plot your address on our Kingsville Light Displays map to be included as a must-see holiday home! When: November 27 to December 31, 2022 You can view the map to take a self-guided tour of the best holiday houses in Town. […]
A new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner will be coming to Erie Shores HealthCare (ESHC) that will allow residents to receive the care they need close to home. The Minister of Health made a province-wide announcement Monday, December 12, 2022, about funding for 27 new MRI machines in Ontario. The […]
Canadian patients waited longer than ever this year for medical treatment, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. The study, an annual survey of physicians across Canada, reports a median wait time of 27.4 weeks—the longest ever recorded, longer than […]
An Essex-Windsor EMS Paramedic was honoured Monday with a Meritorious Service Coin and a Certificate of Commendation for her compassionate and empathetic actions on duty that diffused a volatile situation involving a distraught person with a knife. Allison Baldwin attended a call earlier this autumn with fellow Paramedic Mara-Jade Lach […]
Paul Jacobs, Henry “Elmer” Maracle, Larry Kwong, Fred Sasakamoose and Willie O’Ree each broke racial barriers to reach hockey’s highest level In Canada, national historic designations illustrate defining moments in our country’s history and the diverse and complex stories that are shared. In acknowledging both the triumphs and the struggles […]
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, December 12, 2022 at 6:00 PM Council Chambers 2021 Division Road N Kingsville, Ontario N9Y 2Y9 Council has returned to in-person meetings. Members of the public can continue to view the meeting via livestream at www.kingsville.ca/livestream. You can see the full agenda with reports […]
The Town of Kingsville is dedicated to expanding our recreational programs. See what’s happening at the Arena the week of December 12th. Monday Drop-in Pickleball, 7:30 am – 1:00 pm Drop-in Skating (various times) Tuesday Drop-in Badminton, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm Drop-in Skating (various times) Wednesday Drop-in Pickleball, 7:30 […]
County Council to Resume Budget Deliberations in January County Council approved 2023 budgets for its individual departments Wednesday night but is holding off approving the entire 2023 Budget until the Essex County Library board submits an updated funding request that accounts for a recent pay equity decision. Council will resume […]
Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster received rapid Royal Assent on November 28, despite the Province of Ontario extending the comment period for many elements of this Bill until December 9. “In the absence of the Bill’s associated regulations, there has been widespread confusion on what this actually means,” says Tim Byrne, […]
Kingsville Town Council will review a new Development Charge Bylaw and the underlying Development Charge Background Study, which has been used to inform the new proposed rates, at an upcoming public meeting. Monday, January 9, 2023 at 6:00 pm Council Chambers, 2021 Division Road North. All interested parties are invited […]
Thirty years ago 14 young women were murdered at Polytechnique Montréal on December 6, 1989. Parliament designated December 6 as The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. It is a day when we remember them and mourn their loss. It is a time to reaffirm our commitment […]
Essex County Council Special Meeting Notice for Dec. 7 | Budget Deliberations Essex County Council will undertake deliberations and consider adoption of the Proposed 2023 Budget on Wednesday, December 07, 2022 at 4 p.m. Additional budget deliberations (if required) will take place during the regular meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, […]
After 30 years of public service, County of Essex CAO Mike Galloway will be retiring from the public sector. He informed the Warden Thursday afternoon and has graciously offered to assist County Council as it begins a search for his successor. Galloway started his municipal journey in his hometown of […]
It’s a new era for the Town of Kingsville, and for its Mayor Dennis Rogers. Rogers is the first new mayor here in 19 years. But though he may be holding public office for the first time, he’s no stranger to the town of Kingsville. And he’s no stranger to […]
The Town of Kingsville is having a “Christmas ribbon-cutting Ceremony” for our new living Carnegie Christmas Tree. Join us on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, for live holiday music and hot chocolate from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, with the ribbon cutting happening at 4:30 pm. Kids can bring their letters […]
The Winner of the 2022 Conservation Farm Award was announced at the Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 1, 2022. The award is presented each year to the farming operation which best display’s conservation minded farming practices from those nominated. The farms are graded […]
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to present our Christmas Artisan Markets, part of our Fantasy of Lights Celebration. The markets occur on Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and Sunday, December 4, 2022, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Lakeside Park Pavilion. Come out, browse, […]
Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will hold a Special Meeting of the Committee of the Whole on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at The Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre, 103 Park Street, Kingsville. See the agenda Members of the […]
The Town of Kingsville is nearing completion of the Road 2 East Project for the 2022 season. The following closures will occur before the road reopens to the public for the winter: December 6 – 8, 2022: The intersection of Road 2 East and Kratz Sideroad will be completely closed. No […]
A new report by Feed Ontario reveals skyrocketing food bank use with a 64 percent increase in first-time visitors, and points to the lack of quality employment opportunities and disinvestments in essential social support programs as the drivers of this growth. Feed Ontario released its 2022 Hunger Report today, revealing […]
Council has returned to in-person meetings. The meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. Members of the public can continue to view the meeting via livestream at www.kingsville.ca/livestream. The agenda for the November 28, 2022 Council meeting is available on our website. Council Chambers 2021 Division Road North Kingsville, Ontario N9Y […]
With one in three journeypersons today being over 55 years of age, the next generation of workers must emerge to fill critical labour shortages. By 2026, it’s estimated that one in five job openings in the province will be in skilled trades-related occupations. By the end of the decade, 100,000 […]
Leamington Mayor Hilda MacDonald was elected Warden of Essex County Wednesday night, becoming the first woman to hold the position since it was established in 1853. “Look at the diversity around this table. The time is right. The population of the region has shown that they are ready for diversity, […]
The Essex Soil and Crop Improvement Association (ESCIA) is having its 2022 annual meeting on Thursday, December 1, 2022, from 9:00 am. to 3:00 pm. Door registration starts at 8:30am. Please preregister by Nov 29 by email mdick@erca.org, or call 519-776-5209 x369. An interesting and informative schedule has been planned […]
The Town of Kingsville has changed its on-street parking by-law to provide residents greater parking flexibility during the winter. Previously, the Town banned on-street parking from midnight to 6:00 am from November 15 to April 15 each year. This ban allowed snow plow operators to clear routes curb-to-curb without facing […]
There will be a Special Meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022 at 7 p.m. at the Essex County Civic Centre. The Honourable Mr. Justice George W. King shall preside over the declarations of office by members of Essex County Council. Councillors will elect a Warden and […]
The water main replacement project on Stonehedge, Coghill, Long and Allen is now complete. We upgraded 1 km of aging ductile iron pipe to PVC, replaced 73 residential water services, and replaced eight fire hydrants. Thanks to our contractor and Infrastructure and Engineering team for a job well done!
Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville is seeking resident volunteers to serve on various Boards and Committees. Review the list of Boards and Committees If you’re interested in applying for any one (or more) of the listed Boards or Committees, please complete our online application form or […]
SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL Monday, November 21, 2022 at 5:00 PM The Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre 103 Park Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 0E7 Council is meeting in person at the Grovedale Arts and Culture Centre. This Special Closed Session Meeting of Council will consist of three Council Orientation education and training sessions: commencing […]
In 1953, area code 519 was introduced to Southwestern Ontario. Since then, growing demand for telephone numbers, particularly for wireless devices, created a need for additional numbers to serve customers in our region. In response, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) added area code 226 in October 2006 along […]
The Cost of Living Relief Act, No. 2 has been passed into law. For Canadians who need it most, this legislation delivers two important affordability measures — the Canada Dental Benefit and a one-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit. Canada Dental Benefit This benefit will provide eligible parents or guardians […]
Despite spending more on health care than most other developed countries with universal coverage, Canada has some of the lowest numbers of doctors, hospital beds, and medical technologies — and the longest wait times, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy […]
Responses will help the Government of Canada set the groundwork to improve children’s access to nutritious food at school According to recent data, 15.9% of households in the10 provinces experienced some level of food insecurity in the past year. This amounts to 5.8 million people, including almost 1.4 million children […]
Since the death of 22 year old Mahsa Amini on 16 September 2022 at the hands of Iran’s morality police, protests around the country have continued to grow, in spite of every brutal effort by the government to stop them. To date, over 14,000 civilians have been arrested and over […]
More rural Ontarians will benefit from access to high-speed internet service The governments of Ontario and Canada, in partnership with Southwestern Integrated Fibre Technology (SWIFT) Inc., are investing more than $5.3 million to increase access to fast, reliable high-speed internet to more than 3,400 homes, farms, and businesses in Essex […]
Council will review the following applications at their November 28, 2022 meeting: 1722 Union Avenue: An application for a Zoning By-Law amendment to add “contractor shop” as a permitted use of the accessory structure. ZBA / 15 / 2022 145 Marsh Road: A Consent and Zoning By-Law Amendment application to deem the dwelling, two silos […]
Since earlier this year, supplies of various formats of non-prescription pediatric/infant and children’s acetaminophen and ibuprofen products have been limited in retail and pharmacy locations and hospitals across Canada. This shortage is due to unprecedented demand. These products are essential for families, caregivers, and health care professionals to reduce fever […]
Council Meeting Highlights At the November 14, 2022, Council Meeting, the outgoing Council: • Heard a list of 47 of their accomplishments from the 2018-2022 term • Awarded the outgoing council with a gift of Appreciation for their service • Approved an amended Winter Control By-law that allows the Director […]
A 40 acre restoration project is underway at the Caldwell First Nation. Members from the Nation were joined by students from Leamington District Secondary School, employees from Jamieson Wellness, and representatives from the Essex Region Conservation Authority and Foundation to plant 100 trees and wetland plants on this former agricultural land […]
Notice of Special Meeting of Council TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, November 25, 2022 commencing at 11:00 a.m. in Council Chambers for the purpose of a municipal Road Tour to be held from 11:00 a.m. and […]
On Saturday, November 5, 2022 members of the 2nd Cottam Scouting Scout Troop were joined by naval reservists and Ford Motor Company Veterans as they set out to clean the crosses marking the graves of First and Second World War soldiers as well as the Epitaph at Cottam’s Trinity Anglican […]
Kingsville’s Remembrance Day Service is in front of the cenotaph at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 188 on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 11:00 am, 145 Division Street South. This year, the Legion will open immediately following the service. Come in for free soup, hot chocolate and coffee. The Kingsville Military […]
Notice of Special Meetings of Council TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will hold Special Meetings on the following dates and times: Inaugural Meeting: Tuesday, November 15 – 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Orientation Session: Monday, November 21 – 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. […]
The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), like all 36 Conservation Authorities across the Province of Ontario, works proactively with the development industry and all levels of government to ensure that well-planned development can happen safely while ensuring the safety of people and property from the dangers of flooding and erosion, […]
Twenty-four Ontarians receive the province’s highest honour for their outstanding achievements TORONTO — The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario and Chancellor of the Order of Ontario, announced 24 new appointments to the Order of Ontario for 2021. The Lieutenant Governor will bestow the province’s highest honour to the […]
Kristin Ives, Curator/Education Coordinator at the Essex Region Conservation Authority was named as President of the Ontario Historical Society (OHS) at its Annual Meeting on November 2. She has served on the OHS Board since 2013, most recently, as its Vice President. “I am honoured to have been elected as […]
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at their November 8, 2022 meeting: 30 Palmer Drive, a minor variance requesting relief from maximum building height. Application Notice: A/22/22 The meeting starts at 6:00 pm. Please follow the directions in the linked application notice to provide a comment […]
The Town of Kingsville is hosting an informal public input session on: Wednesday, November 16, 2022 6:00 – 7:00 PM Kingsville Arena, 2nd Floor, Rooms B & C, 1741 Jasperson Drive On an annual basis the Town of Kingsville hosts a public input session to discuss possible changes to Traffic […]
Kingsville Fire & Rescue is handing out candy on Halloween from 5:30–8:00 pm. Bring your little trick-or-treaters to our South Station (1720 Division Road, Kingsville) or North Station (120 Fox Street, Cottam) for some Halloween Treats. Plus, enjoy the Pumpkin Parade on Nov 1st! Image by HummingbirdAVL from Pixabay
5 Blooms – Gold and Special Mention for Farm to Fork Program The Communities in Bloom results are in! The Town is excited to announce that Kingsville received a rating of 5 Blooms – Gold and a special mention for the “Farm to Fork Program” during the 2022 National/International Symposium and Awards Ceremonies in […]
Mitchell Bookkeeping Services was launched in July 2022 by business owner, Ivy-Mikelle Mitchell. A series of health issues led Ivy-Mikelle down the path to setting up her own business in order to find the work flexibility she needed and to build a better life for her and her daughter. The […]
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce the election of its Council for the 2022-2026 term. The winners are Dennis Rogers as Mayor-Elect, Kimberly DeYong as Deputy Mayor-Elect, and in the position of Councillor Tony Gaffan, Larry Patterson, Thomas Neufeld, Debby Jarvis-Chausse, and Sheri Lowrie. The Town’s Chief Administrative Officer, John […]
Tickets for the Erie Shores 50/50 Are On Sale The Erie Shores HealthCare Auxiliary is launching a new online 50/50 lottery, with proceeds going towards purchasing new hospital equipment. Tickets for the inaugural lottery go on sale October 24th at https://erieshores5050.ca, with ticket packages starting at just $10. “The Erie Shores […]
Amherstburg Mayor – Michael Prue Deputy Mayor – Chris Gibb Councillors – Linden Crain; Donald McArthur; Molly Allaire; Peter Courtney; Diane Pouget Essex Mayor – Sherry Bondy Deputy Mayor – Rob Shepley Councillors – Joe Garon (Ward 1); Kim Verbeek (Ward 2 – acclaimed); Brad Allard (Ward 3); Rodney Hammond (Ward 4) Lakeshore Mayor […]
After a campaign marked by the largest candidate pool in recent years, high voter interest and heated rhetoric across social media platforms, the votes have been tallied and the results are in. Congratulations to our new council: Mayor Dennis Rogers Deputy Mayor Kimberly Deyong Counsellors Tony Gaffan Debby Jarvis-Chausse Sheri […]
On Tuesday, November 1, 2022, Kingsville’s Communities in Bloom Committee holds its annual Pumpkin Parade at Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street. This community event gives residents a way to recycle their pumpkins, as all pumpkins are donated to an organic farm as compost or animal feed following the parade. “This is […]
The County of Essex and Family Services Windsor-Essex officially opened on Friday a Homelessness Hub in Leamington that will provide support and services to residents in Essex County struggling to find accommodations amidst an accelerating housing and homelessness crisis. “The Essex County Homelessness Hub will provide vital supports to the […]
New jobs will be created with two expansion projects in Kingsville The Ontario government is supporting more than $11 million in investments by two companies in Kingsville to boost local manufacturing and create 29 new good-paying jobs. As part of those investments, the government is providing each company with $500,000 […]
“The County of Essex declared a local emergency Monday following an alarming rise in the frequency and duration of Code Blacks, situations when there are no local ambulances available. To ensure that the record is correct, instances of Code Black are calculated in minutes and totalled 491 minutes during the […]
Hicks, MacPherson, Iatonna & Driedger LLP, of Leamington is pleased to announce the admission to partnership of Derrick Rogers, CPA, CA, BComm. Derrick has been with the firm since 2012 and his new role reflects the dedication that Derrick has shown to both our clients and our firm. Derrick graduated […]
County Road 12 will be closed (bridge out) between County Road 23 and County Road 15 from Oct. 17 to Nov. 18 for culvert rehabilitation. (Map ID #1) County Road 2 (Old Tecumseh Road) will be closed between County Road 19 (Manning Road) and County Road 21 (Brighton Road) between July […]
Solution to Ambulance Offload Delays Urgently Needed, says Warden A solution to the mounting impact of ambulance offload delays is urgently needed, Warden Gary McNamara said at the beginning of Wednesday’s regular Essex County council meeting. On Monday, the County of Essex declared a local emergency in response to the […]
150,000 Ontario students ready to cast ballots in municipal elections Even though they are under the voting age, nearly 150,000 elementary and high school students from throughout Ontario will have an opportunity to consider the future of their community and vote for candidates running in their municipal and school board […]
Earlier this month, Maryvale opened a satellite office in Leamington at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Center (NFFRC). The office, known as the Abraham Orthodontics Youth Room, will enable youth from Leamington, ages 13 to 18, to access much-needed mental health services in their home community. This new satellite office […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 7:00 PM. As permitted under By-law 2022-13, a By-law to Amend 41-2018, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, adopted […]
The Town of Kingsville was pleased to see so many people come out for the 53rd annual Migration Festival weekend. This year’s event included a pet parade, children’s activities, Migration Festival Marketplaces, Historic walks and bike tours, and the return of the Great Migration Paint Out. If you attended the […]
The County of Essex has declared a local emergency in response to persistent ambulance offload delays that are causing situations when there are no ambulances or only a limited number of ambulances available to respond to emergency calls. Warden Gary McNamara activated the declaration at 8:45 a.m. Monday. Warden McNamara […]
County Road 12 will be closed (bridge out) between County Road 23 and County Road 15 from Oct. 17 to Nov. 18 for culvert rehabilitation. (Map ID #1) County Road 2 (Old Tecumseh Road) will be closed between County Road 19 (Manning Road) and County Road 21 (Brighton Road) between July […]
On October 7, 2022 SWIFT announced fast reliable internet connectivity will soon be available to more homes and businesses in Essex County, as the regional broadband program marks the start of construction on a high-speed fibre-optic project that will expand service to an additional 484 underserved homes and businesses in […]
Phase 1 of the improvements to the County Road 42 corridor between County Road 19 (Manning Road) and the City of Windsor are beginning in October 2022. This phase will include underground work from Concession 11 to Pike Creek. The Phase 1 underground work is anticipated to take 14 to […]
Planning Items for Review at the October 18, 2022, Committee of Adjustment and Appeals The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at their October 18, 2022 meeting. 614 Peter Street, a minor variance requesting relief from front yard set-back. A/10/22 90 Main Street East, a consent application for […]
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that Deputy Fire Chief Jason Suchiu is poised to take over when Fire Chief John Quennell retires at the end of the year. In October 2020, Quennell came out of retirement to fill a leadership void in the Town’s fire department. He […]
The Town of Kingsville is holding a series of after-hour Voter Assistance Sessions before the 2022 Municipal Election. If you have not received your voter kit, please attend one of these sessions to have your name added to the voter’s list and receive your ballot. After-Hour Session Dates/Times Saturday, October […]
County Road 46 will have lane restrictions between County Road 35 and Rochester Townline from Sept. 19 to Oct. 28 for road construction. (Map ID #1) County Road 12 will be closed (bridge out) between County Road 23 and County Road 15 from Oct. 17 to Nov. 18 for culvert rehabilitation. […]
The Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex is actively seeking applications from community-minded individuals to serve on the following committees: Essex County Library Board Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee Term of Appointments will be for four (4) years, and align with the term of Council. Applicants must meet […]
Migration Festival returns from Thursday, October 13, to Sunday, October 16, 2022. Join us for this celebration of migration, nature conservation and Jack Miner! The Great Migration Paint Out begins Thursday, October 13, 2022. This four-day en-Plein-air (outdoor) painting competition attracts artists from all over Canada. New this year is a […]