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Kingsville Benefits from Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program

Kingsville has been selected along with 11 other Ontario communities to receive funding under one stream of the Investing In Canada Infrastructure program. The program has four streams: Public Transit Green Infrastructure Community, Culture, and Recreation Infrastructure Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Under the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure stream, […]

Ontario News

Ontario Government Invests in Province’s Auto Parts Supply Chain

Support for innovative projects will increase global competitiveness and further position Ontario as a North American EV hub TORONTO — The Ontario government continues to invest in the province’s auto parts supply chain with another round of investments through the Ontario Automotive Modernization Program (O-AMP). The province’s more than $5.5 million additional […]

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County Wins Innovative Service Delivery Award at Good Roads Conference

The County of Essex took home top honours in the Innovative Service Delivery category of the John Niedra Better Practices Competition at the recent Good Roads conference in Toronto. “The competition showcases the ingenuity of municipal employees and recognizes innovations and achievements that improve the efficiency of municipal transportation and […]

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Invest WindsorEssex Unveils Virtual Cross-Border Test Track

Invest WindsorEssex hosts Minister Jaczek to unveil Canada’s first virtual international border crossing for CAV technology testing WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONTARIO (April 21, 2022) – Today, Invest WindsorEssex (IWE), the lead economic development organization for the Windsor-Essex region, hosted the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) and […]

Ontario News

Ontario Eliminating Birth Certificate Fee for Vulnerable Ontarians

Permanent Fee Waiver for Homeless and Lower Income Individuals Removes Barriers to Access Critical Services TORONTO – The Ontario government is permanently eliminating the $35 fee for birth certificates for approximately 40,000 vulnerable Ontarians. The Birth Certificate Fee Waiver Program will ensure not-for-profit partner organizations can assist Ontarians who may […]

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Ontario Supporting Economic Growth in Southwest Ontario

Expansion of Electricity Transmission Infrastructure Will Support Historic Auto Investment and Growing Greenhouse Sector Ontario is taking action to ensure the efficient and timely development of five new electricity transmission infrastructure projects in Southwest Ontario, supporting the significant growth in the manufacturing and greenhouse sectors. “Our government is supporting the […]

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Recycling Pick Up Reminder

A reminder that recycling in Kingsville and the County of Essex is an Essex Windsor Solid Waste Authority program. Your recycling is collected every other Wednesday. Please have your recycling boxes out before 6:00 am and ensure paper products are separated from containers. You can download the FREE Recycle Coach app at the Apple Store […]

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Local Post-secondary Institutions Preparing for New Battery Plant

Windsor-Essex’s post secondary institutions are preparing for the new LG Energy Solutions and Stellantis battery plant The University of Windsor, St. Clair College and Invest WindsorEssex have discussed types of programs and skill sets LG Energy Solutions needs to staff its joint venture battery plant in Windsor-Essex with Stellantis. Officials from both post-secondary institutions said they […]

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Flying From Windsor to Tucson Now Available With Flair Airlines

Flair Airlines, Visit Tucson, and Tucson International Airport announce long-term partnership to connect more Canadians to Arizona Flying from Windsor to Tucson just became easier. Flair Airlines has announced a new long-term partnership with Tucson, Arizona to connect underserved Canadian communities with affordable, non-stop, winter flights to sunshine and warmth. […]

Ontario News

Ontario Raising Highway Speed Limits

Province aligns posted speeds with other jurisdictions across Canada TILBURY – The Ontario government is raising the speed limit permanently from 100 km/h to 110 km/h on six sections of provincial highways in southern Ontario. The change follows several speed limit pilots and consultations and will align posted speeds with other jurisdictions […]

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Ontario Secures Largest Auto Investment in Province’s History

LG Energy Solution and Stellantis investing in Windsor for province’s first large-scale EV battery manufacturing plant WINDSOR — With the support of the Ontario, federal and municipal governments, LG Energy Solution and automaker Stellantis are joining forces to build the province’s first large-scale electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing plant. The joint […]

Ontario News

Ontario Launches 5 New ONroute Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Province’s historic expansion of charging infrastructure means greater convenience for drivers TORONTO – Ontario is delivering on its commitment to bring electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers to the province’s busiest highways with the launch of the five new fast charging stations at Ingleside, Tilbury North, Tilbury South, Woodstock and Innisfil ONroute stations. […]

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Ontario Helping More Young People Start Careers in Skilled Trades

Province investing in pre-apprenticeship programs and hundreds of innovative training projects across Ontario LONDON — The Ontario government is working for workers by expanding its investment in pre-apprenticeship training to a record $28 million, providing more young people with the training they need to launch rewarding careers in the skilled […]

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Ontario Connecting More Communities to High-Speed Internet Access

New legislation helping to accelerate connectivity projects TORONTO – The Ontario government is introducing legislation to help bring reliable high-speed internet to underserved and unserved communities sooner. If passed, the changes would remove barriers, duplication and delays, making it easier and faster to build high-speed internet infrastructure across the province. […]

Town & County News

Media Statement Regarding Provincial Announcement of March 9, 2022

The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit acknowledges the announcement on March 9, 2022 by the provincial government and recognizes the effect of the pandemic on the community. The pandemic is not over and each individual will need to consider their individual level of risk in their daily decisions around protecting themselves […]

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Invest WindsorEssex Launches New Key Industry Database

Invest WindsorEssex launches new key industry database to highlight local capabilities and increase global market reach WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONTARIO (March 9, 2022) – Today, Invest WindsorEssex (IWE), the lead economic development organization for the Windsor-Essex region, launched a new key sector database, Source WindsorEssex. This B2B database highlights the capabilities and products of […]

Business

Do You Qualify for the Ontario Small Business Relief Grant?

The Ontario Small Business Relief Grant provides a one-time payment of $10,000 to eligible small businesses that have been required to close indoor operations as a result of the province’s modified Step 2 restrictions that came into effect on January 5, 2022. Learn more here: https://www.app.grants.gov.on.ca/osbrg/#/ Applications accepted until March […]

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Help To #BreakTheBias On March 8

This year, the theme of International Women’s Day is #BreakTheBias. Women, and men, around the world will celebrate by hosting events focused on creating a gender equal world where each of us actively challenge stereotypes, examine and address perceptions and celebrate women’s achievements globally. With roots dating back to the […]

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Volunteer Opportunities with the Town of Kingsville

Kingsville is looking for Volunteer Ambassadors. You can help with various Town projects and initiatives. Support Communities in Bloom by volunteering to help with: –  Educational events that encourage beautification efforts in Kingsville –  The National Judging competition –  Pumpkin Parade. Help with the Migration Festival by volunteering to: –  […]

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Invest WindsorEssex partners with Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex

Invest WindsorEssex partners with Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex to support first-of-its-kind in Canada housing project WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONTARIO (Feb. 28, 2022) – Today, Invest WindsorEssex (IWE), the lead economic development organization for the Windsor-Essex region, showcased the simulated design of a 3D printed home as part of a first of its kind […]