Please see the below release from the Union Water Supply System: The Union Water Supply System (UWSS) is currently undertaking necessary maintenance and rehabilitation activities at its Ruthven Water Treatment Plant. This work started in January 2021 and was scheduled for completion by the end of May 2021. However, due […]
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Town of Kingsville: Notice of Special Meeting of Council
TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held for the purpose of a presentation by the Main Street Development Review Committee. In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, […]
Canadian Coast Guard Ship ‘Limnos’ Berths in Kingsville
On Sunday May 23, 2021, CCGS Limnos was berthed in Kingsville in the early morning hours where it was working an Aids to Navigation program. This involved checking conditions of the fixed navigational aids (lights) in the Kingsville Harbour. The vessel is currently working an Aids to Navigation program in the […]
Cottam’s Ridgeview Park Splash Pad Opens Friday
The Cottam Splash Pad at Kingsville’s Ridgeview Park, 124 Fox Street, opens Friday, May 28, 2021. The splash pad will be open from 9:00 a.m to 9:00 p.m. daily, with a closure from 3:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. for cleaning. The Town of Kingsville is pleased to welcome residents back to the […]
Ontario Opens Up Outdoor Visits for Long-Term Care as of May 22
Updated policy means family and friends can safely visit loved ones TORONTO — In response to improvements in key public health care indicators, Ontario is pleased to announce that friends and family can now visit long-term care homes to see residents for an outdoor visit. The changes take effect Saturday, […]
Fueling Services Resume Friday May 28 at Cedar Island Boat Launch
The Town of Kingsville will resume fueling services at Cedar Island Boat Launch starting 10:00 am Friday, May 28, 2021. Boat launch users must follow all safety protocols posted on site. Hours of operations are by appointment Monday through Thursday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, Friday 10:00 am – 6:00 […]
Congratulations Dr. Maxwell Abraham: Young Professional of the Year
On May 20, 2021, the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted the 30th anniversary of the Business Excellence Awards (BEA). These highly competitive awards recognize the achievements and successful contributions of business leaders and organizations across the Windsor-Essex County region. This year, Dr. Maxwell Abraham received some great news when […]
Main Street East Closed Today Between Cherry Lane and Santos
Main Street East will be CLOSED to thru traffic between Cherry Lane and Santos Drive on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. This closure is necessary to allow for the safe installation of sanitary and storm connections at 140 Main. The detour route is Wigle Avenue to Park Street to Division Street […]
Lawn Watering Restrictions: Union Water Supply System Reminder
The Union Water Supply System (UWSS) would like to remind all consumers of water that watering restrictions are in place each year starting May 1st and running through September 30th. A reliable water supply helps ensure potable water reserves, adequate water pressure and fire protection. Each year, the warmer weather […]
Ontario Releases Three-Step Roadmap to Safely Reopen the Province
Province Safely Reopening Outdoor Recreational Amenities Prior to End of Stay-at-Home Order TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has released its Roadmap to Reopen, a three-step plan to safely and cautiously reopen the province and gradually lift public health measures based on the […]
Town of Kingsville Public Notice: Pesticide Use to Start June 1
The Town of Kingsville intends to control noxious weeds along the following rural roadsides: Road 2 from County Road 23 to County Road 45 Road 3 from County Road 23 to County Road 31 Road 5 from County Road 23 to County Road 31 Road 6 from County Road 23 to County Road 31 […]
Fraud Averted by Store Employee in Kingsville
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On May 15, 2021, members of the Kingsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were made aware of a fraud victim from the Town of Kingsville who was contacted via phone by an unknown suspect. The victim was advised that their credit card was compromised and directed to […]
Road Closure for Main Street East Between Cherry Lane and Santos Drive
Main Street East will be CLOSED to thru traffic between Cherry Lane and Santos Drive on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. This closure is necessary to allow for the safe installation of sanitary and storm connections at 140 Main. The detour route is Wigle Avenue to Park Street to Division Street […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Booking Expanding to Ontarians 18+ Ahead of Schedule
Province Invites All Adults to Schedule Their First Dose Appointment TORONTO — As the pace of Ontario’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues to accelerate with 2.2 million doses scheduled to arrive this week, the government is extending booking eligibility at mass immunization clinics to individuals aged 18 and over. This high […]
Single-vehicle Crash in Kingsville Sends One to Hospital
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On May 16, 2021 at 08:07 p.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Essex-Windsor EMS and Kingsville Fire Department responded to a collision involving a single motor vehicle on County Road 27 West in the Town of Kingsville. The lone occupant of the motor vehicle […]
Celebrating stories of Ontarians: Maryka Omatsu, Member of the Order of Ontario
The Lieutenant Governor and Maryka Omatsu at the Order of Ontario Investiture Ceremony, February 2015 This month is Canada’s 20th annual Asian Heritage Month—an occasion to celebrate the culture and contributions of the Asian-Canadian community, and also to reflect. As Judge Maryka Omatsu reminds us, this year there is a special […]
Yard Waste Collection Date Changes to May 27
Due to a scheduling conflict, yard waste collection, initially scheduled for Tuesday, May 25, 2021, will be pushed to Thursday, May 27, 2021. For details about collection requirements and acceptable containers, please refer to the 2021 Collection Calendar. Read this news update on our website Image by Joseph Ken from Pixabay
Stay-at-home Order Extends in Windsor-Essex and Rest of Ontario Till June 2
Province Outlines Plans to Make Pfizer Vaccine Available to Youth Aged 12 to 17 TORONTO — With the new, more contagious variants continuing to pose significant risks, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has extended the Stay-at-Home Order (O. Reg. 265/21) until at least […]
Kingsville Will Commence In-depth Study of Town’s Downtown Core
On Monday, May 10, 2021, Kingsville Town Council directed staff to undertake a comprehensive study of specific areas of Main Street, as outlined on the map. “This is an opportunity to think about what we want to do with undeveloped areas in the centre of Town,” said Mayor Nelson Santos. “The […]
High-risk Health Care Workers Eligible for Earlier Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
TORONTO — The Ontario government is adding high-risk health care workers to the list of those eligible to receive their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine earlier than the extended four-month interval. Eligibility for booking will begin by the end of the week of May 10, 2021 and booking details […]
OPP Dismantles Large-scale Cannabis Production Facilities
19 People Arrested At Three Sites (ESSEX COUNTY, ON) – On May 5, 2021 at 8:00 a.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Force Cannabis Enforcement Team (PJFCET) executed five Cannabis Act search warrants at three greenhouse locations and two residences on County Road 34 and County Road 31 in […]
Clark Street Water Main Replacement & Road Reconstruction
Sherway Contracting (Windsor) Limited will begin construction on Clark Street water main replacement and road reconstruction the week of May 10, 2021 (weather permitting). During construction, the road will be open to local traffic only (no thru traffic). Town Staff, the Contractor, and the Engineer will be adhering to all […]
OPP Respond to Serious Incident in Kingsville
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On May 3, 2021 at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Kingsville detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call from a residence on Woodycrest Avenue in the Town of Kingsville. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, a 60-year-old male, who appeared to be […]
Jasperson Drive Road Reconstruction From Peachwood Drive to Main Street East
J&J Lepera Infrastructures will start Phase 3 Road Reconstruction on Jasperson Drive the week of May 10th, 2021 (weather permitting). During construction, the road will be open to local traffic only (no thru traffic). Town Staff, the Contractor, and the Engineer will be adhering to all current Covid-19 guidelines concerning […]
Kingsville Seeks Volunteers for Migration Festival Committee
The Town of Kingsville is currently accepting applications for its Migration Festival Committee to serve for the remainder of the 2018-2022 Council term. The Migration Festival Committee works to create a memorable family event to commemorate the works of Jack Miner and the Town’s historic position in terms of the […]
Spotlight On Business: Welcome Dairy Queen!
Kingsville Dairy Queen This week, The Kingsville Times had the pleasure of speaking with Kurt and Kate, the owners of the new Dairy Queen in Kingsville. Given this is their third Dairy Queen in Ontario, a smooth grand opening and well-run restaurant is sure to be the order of the […]
Windsor-Essex County a Hot Spot for COVID-19 Vaccine
Hot Spot Communities COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted certain neighbourhoods and communities across the province. These areas may have historical and ongoing high rates of COVID-19 deaths, hospitalizations and transmission. To target these areas, the following postal codes are: designated as hot spots receiving additional doses of vaccines People ages 18 […]
Those Aged 18+ in Ontario Hotspots Can Book Vaccine as of May 3
TORONTO — Due to a stable and reliable increase in vaccine supply, this week, the Ontario government will further expand booking eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination appointments across the province. As of Monday, May 3, 2021, at 8:00 a.m., individuals who are 18 and over in 2021 and live in one […]
Vaccination Bookings for 45+ in Hot Spots and Licensed Child Care Workers
Ontario Expands COVID-19 Vaccination Booking to Individuals 45 and Over in Hot Spot Communities Licensed Child Care Workers Across Ontario Eligible to Book Vaccine Appointments This Week TORONTO — The Ontario government is expanding booking for COVID-19 vaccination appointments to individuals 45 and over in designated hot spot communities in […]
Spotlight On Business: Digital Voodoo Media
Video created by Digital Voodoo Media For businesses looking for ways to improve the effectiveness of their online advertising campaign, look no further. Digital Voodoo Media, located right here in Kingsville, is ready to launch you into the realm of online video advertising. Originally established in 1998 as Tracker Productions […]
What’s Open, What’s Closed in Kingsville Due to COVID-19 Restrictions
Provincial Shutdown & Stay at Home Order The Ontario government has imposed a provincewide shutdown and stay at home order that requires everyone to remain home except for specified purposes, such as: going to the grocery store or pharmacy accessing health care services (including getting vaccinated) outdoor exercise, or work […]
Notice of Public Consultation: 2021 Road Reconstruction Projects
Road 2 East Road Reconstruction The Town of Kingsville is preparing for the first phase of Road 2 East reconstruction in 2021. Reconstruction from County Road 45 (Union Ave) to Graham Sideroad will proceed first and includes the following improvements: New asphalt roadway with curb and gutter. An asphalt multi-use […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Program Update for Kingsville
Hello everyone! It’s time for another vaccine update. We have officially entered Phase 2 of the Provinces Vaccine framework. Below you’ll find an update on the COVID-19 vaccine program in our community as part of my ongoing commitment to you to help keep you aware of how to access vaccination. […]
Ontario Expands Age Eligibility for AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine to 40+
TORONTO — Today, Dr. David Williams, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, issued the following statement to expand COVID-19 vaccination eligibility at pharmacies and primary care settings to individuals aged 40 and over: “Starting Tuesday, April 20, 2021, Ontario will offer the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to individuals aged 40 and over at […]
Resurfacing of Graham Sideroad to Begin Week of April 26, 2021
Starting the week of April 26, 2021, Shepley Road Maintenance Ltd. will begin pulverizing and resurfacing Graham Sideroad from County Road 8 to Road 7 East. During construction, this stretch of road will be closed to thru traffic. Residents and property owners will have access to their property throughout the […]
Celebrating Stories of Ontarians: Roberta Bondar and Art McDonald, Members of the Order of Ontario
The theme of this year’s Earth Day, on April 22, is “Restore Our Earth.” It’s a call for action to bring our environment back to health. We will accomplish this only with innovative thinking and new perspectives, driven by science and by the urgent need for climate action. These are […]
Ontario Schools Move to Remote Learning After Spring Break
Continued Rise in COVID-19 Cases Demands Shift to Protect Students and Staff and Slow Community Spread TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has made the difficult decision to move elementary and secondary schools to remote learning following the April break. This move […]
COVID-19 Ontario Pharmacy Vaccine Locations
Find your closest pharmacy to get the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine if you are age 55 or older. Starting April 1, 2021, select pharmacies across the province are booking appointments for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines for eligible people ages 55 or older in 2021. You must have an appointment to get vaccinated […]
Ontario Adds New Protections for Schools to Keep Students and Staff Safe
Schools will remain open for in-person learning during four-week stay-at-home order as education workers become eligible for vaccines TORONTO — The Ontario government is introducing new measures to protect schools against COVID-19 which include refresher training, enhanced cleaning and asymptomatic testing. As these new measures are being introduced, the government […]
UPDATED: Consideration of Amendments to RV Parking By-Law Postponed
Updated: Postponed: Consideration of Amendments to By-Law Regulating Parking of Recreational Vehicles on Public and Private Property Amendments will be considered at the May 25, 2021 Regular Meeting of Council TAKE NOTICE that consideration of amendments to by-laws regulating recreational vehicles’ parking on public and private property (as advertised to […]
Spotlight On Business: The Vintage Grapes Houseboat Lodgings Experience
The Vintage Grape After experiencing a wonderful stay on a houseboat in Key West, Florida, Brian McGinty knew right away that this would be a great innovation for the beautiful wine region back home. He took this bold idea and and ran with it, and in 2018 he made it […]
Ontario Enacts Provincial Emergency and Stay-at-Home Order
Additional measures needed to protect health system capacity and save lives during third wave of COVID-19 TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is immediately declaring a third provincial emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMPCA). […]
Ontario Moving to Phase Two of COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan
Phase Two Supports Vaccine Rollout by Postal Code in “Hot Spot” Communities TORONTO — The Ontario government is moving into Phase Two of its COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, with a focus on reaching individuals in “hot spot” communities where COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted certain neighbourhoods. In addition, this phase will prioritize […]
Ontario Implements Emergency Brake Provincewide
All 34 Public Health Unit Regions to Move into Shutdown TORONTO —The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is imposing a provincewide emergency brake as a result of an alarming surge in case numbers and COVID-19 hospitalizations across the province. The provincewide emergency brake […]
Ontario Offering AstraZeneca Vaccine to Those 55+ Starting April 3
TORONTO — The Ontario government is steadily increasing capacity in its COVID-19 vaccine rollout with the addition of over 350 additional pharmacies and more primary care settings across the province. All of these locations will be offering the AstraZeneca vaccine to individuals aged 55 and over, with some locations to begin offering […]
Notice of Town’s Public Consultation 2021 Road Reconstruction Projects
The Town of Kingsville is preparing for two additional phases of Jasperson Drive reconstruction in 2021. Reconstruction from Peachwood Drive to Main Street East will proceed first and includes the following improvements: New asphalt roadway with curb and gutter and dedicated center turn lane. Replacement of existing watermain. Additional streetlights. […]
Spotlight On Business: Estate of Health Holistic Wellness Centre & Yoga Studio
Jordan Scott-Trepanier is the Director of the Estate of Health Holistic Wellness Centre & Yoga Studio. She and her mother Heather Scott are co-owners of this new undertaking which sprang into being from their vision for the people of Kingsville and surrounding area. They believed that our community would benefit […]
An Update on the COVID-19 Vaccine Program in our Community
Hello everyone! Please find below an update on the COVID-19 vaccine program in our community as part of my ongoing commitment to help keep you aware of how to access vaccination. The Province is expanding the pharmacy pilot but we do not know what that will look like yet. My […]
Town of Kingsville Supports Earth Hour
Earth Hour is Saturday, March 27, 2021, from 8:30 pm-9:30 pm. The Town of Kingsville invites the community to join in this global grassroots movement that calls for an hour of “change” for our planet. The Town will be turning off lights that do not pose a safety risk and […]
Town of Kingsville Now Offers Paperless Billing
The Town of Kingsville is improving services by offering the convenience of paperless billing. By enrolling in paperless billing, residents and property owners agree to receive an electronic copy of their tax and/or water bill instead of a conventional paper form. Benefits and features of paperless billing include: Email notification when […]
OPP Investigates Graffiti in Kingsville
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police in Kingsville are investigating the spraying of graffiti in a number of different locations including town property since the beginning of March. On March 3, 2021, approximately 5:40 p.m. a suspect(s) was observed and is described as: Suspect – male, white, approximate age […]
Ages 75+ in Windsor-Essex Can Book Vaccinations as of March 23
Yesterday, the Ontario government announced individuals born in 1946 and earlier will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine effective Monday, March 22. The current four local vaccination clinics will be prepared to welcome newly eligible seniors once they have booked an appointment through the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU)’s online booking system that […]
By-Law that Regulates Parking of Recreational Vehicles May Be Amended
Notice of Consideration of Amendments to By-Law Regulating Parking of Recreational Vehicles on Public and Private Property TAKE NOTICE that The Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will consider potential by-law amendments at its Regular Meeting to be held on: Monday, April 12, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Potential […]
Ortaliza Urban Farms Launches Kingsville’s First Vertical Farm Store
Ortaliza Urban Farms – Launches a New Vertical Farm Store the First-Of-Its-Kind in the Heart of Canada’s Greenhouse Agriculture Sector – Kingsville, Ontario Windsor-Essex, Ontario Canada, March 19th, 2021– Today, Ortaliza Urban Farms announced a new option to the Windsor-Essex region for those looking to order up the freshest of […]
Vaccine Bookings Expand to Ages 75 and Up as Rollout Accelerates
More Pharmacies and Primary Care Settings to Offer AstraZeneca to Those 60+ TORONTO — With over 50 per cent of Ontario residents aged 80 and over having received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, the Ontario government is expanding appointments through its online booking system to individuals aged […]
Celebrating Stories of Ontarians: Ursula Franklin, Member of the Order of Ontario
For over a century, in countries around the world, people have gathered at rallies, marches, and celebrations every March to mark International Women’s Day. This year, the pandemic has stopped us from meeting in person, but we continue to connect in solidarity to share stories of challenges and success in […]
Blood Donation Event in Kingsville on March 17
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Spotlight On Business: Lydia Joy Palmer Art & Design
Lydia Joy Palmer’s Etsy page describes her art as “Illustrations of all things Nature and Geek.” Sounds intriguing. On her Facebook page she is noted as an artist and graphic designer. Lydia is all that and more. This lady wears a lot of hats in her one-woman business. She opened […]
Graham Sideroad Closing March 15 from County Road 18 to Road 7 East
In advance of Graham Sideroad resurfacing later this year, Shepley Road Maintenance will begin replacing culvert road crossings the week of March 15th (weather permitting). As a result, Graham Sideroad (between County Road 18 and Road 7 East) will be closed to local traffic only for approximately two weeks. The […]
From Main Street Pharmacy: How to Book a Vaccination
Hello Everyone! I wanted to give you a quick update on the COVID-19 Vaccine situation! We were unfortunately not selected as a pilot site for WECHU with the vaccine. We are hoping that once the pilot proves successful the province will engage the rest of the pharmacies in the county […]
Kingsville Council to Consider Revised Proposal for 183 Main Street East
In November 2019, Kingsville’s Planning Advisory Committee received a development proposal from Brotto Investments Inc. for the property at 183 Main Street East in Kingsville. The proposal included demolishing the existing home and constructing apartment buildings on the site. The Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee recommended that the home be […]
Windsor-Essex Pharmacies to Offer Vaccines for Ages 60-64 on March 12
Phased Expansion Continues as the Province Approaches One Million Vaccines Administered TORONTO — As vaccine supply increases, the Ontario government is expanding the delivery channels available to administer COVID-19 vaccines to include pharmacies and primary care settings. As of Friday, March 12, over 325 pharmacies will be offering the AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD […]
Spotlight On Business: F45 Training Kingsville
Chris Miller moved to Canada about three years ago with plans to open F45 Training Kingsville. He had seen F45 first-hand in Australia. The fitness franchise originated there in 2012. He also knew that they had recently entered the North American market. Chris had seen for himself that F45 in […]
Migration Festival Committee Seeks Input for 2021 Planning
Kingsville’s Migration Festival Committee has launched a survey to collect public feedback to guide 2021 plans. “Our community has gathered on the third weekend of October for the past 51 years,” said committee member and Councillor Laura Lucier. “We want everyone to take a few minutes to tell us what they love […]
Spotlight On Business: Gallup Leather
Angel Anzola has worked with leather since he was a teenager. He fell in love with the craft at that time and has never thought of doing anything else. While the family lived back home in Colombia, his daughter Luz Angela Anzola watched as he created amazing things with leather […]
Town of Kingsville Plans Return of Open Streets
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the return of Open Streets, a popular summer event originally created to give downtown businesses the opportunity to expand their services into the street in order to keep guests appropriately distanced. “As we have learned from experience, the pandemic and its many […]
Town of Kingsville Community Consultation: ThoughtExchange
On February 10, 2021, Mayor Santos and CAO John Norton hosted an interactive public input session with Kingsville residents to learn what makes Kingsville a better place to live, work and play. Residents provided their input via the online platform thoughtexchange that allows varying perspectives to be discovered, where all voices […]
Kingsville Launches Facebook Live Broadcast with Local Businesses
The Town of Kingsville is launching its first Facebook Live video series called #SharingisCaring. #SharingisCaring offers residents and visitors an opportunity to hear from the people behind some of Kingsville’s most popular places. “Beyond the bricks and mortar are real people with hearts and souls,” says Natalie Cobby, Tourism Coordinator […]
Town to Consider By-Law Amendments at March 8 Meeting
Town of Kingsville – Notice of Consideration of Amendments to Fees and Charges By-Law, Building Services Fees By-Law, Water and Sewage Rate By-Law TAKE NOTICE that the Council of The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville will consider amendments to the following By-laws: Fees and Charges By-law 15-2021 Building Services Fees […]
Kingsville Declares ‘Significant Weather Event’ February 18-20
Due to the substantial amount of snow received during Tuesday’s winter storm and the potential for more accumulation tonight, the Town of Kingsville has declared a “Significant Weather Event” for the next 48 hours. This is effective today at 4pm and will continue until Saturday February 20, 2021, at 4pm. […]
Theft From Kingsville Business: OPP Seek to Identify Person(s) of Interest
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On February 9, 2021, approximately 7:00 p.m. members of the Kingsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a theft that had just occurred. The suspect took a quantity of items valued at over $1000 from a store in the 300 block of […]
Spotlight On Business: Broken Basket Designs
Don Salvador and Jen Knight ran into each other often in the dog park. As all dog lovers know, a dog park is a great place to get to know other dog lovers who show up regularly with their pets. Over time Don and Jen discovered that they had a […]
Ontario Moves 27 Regions Out of Shutdown February 16
Province Extending Shutdown and Stay-at-Home Order in Regions at Highest Risk February 12, 2021 Health TORONTO — In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the Ontario government is transitioning twenty-seven public health regions out of the shutdown and into a revised and strengthened COVID-19 Response Framework: Keeping Ontario Safe and Open (the “Framework”). The four remaining public health regions, Toronto Public Health, […]
Town of Kingsville Hosted Public Input Session on Key Priorities
News Update: February 11, 2021 The Town of Kingsville hosted a live, interactive public input session on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, where attendees used an online platform called thoughtexchange to identify and vote on priorities that will help shape strategic goals for the next two years. “We received great feedback,” said the […]
Ontario Delays March Break until April 12-16, 2021
Decision was made on the advice of public health officials February 11, 2021 Education TORONTO – Today, Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Education, issued the following statement regarding March break: “In support of our collective efforts to keep schools safe, we are postponing March break until April 12-16, 2021. This […]
OPP Supports Special Olympics Virtual Polar Plunge
(ESSEX CTY, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is a proud supporter of Special Olympics and most recognize the Law Enforcement Torch Run but the Polar Plunge has been a staple in Windsor and Essex County for many years now. Visit www.polarplunge.ca for more information. If you don’t wish to take the […]
Ontario to Extend Stay-at-Home Order across Most of the Province
News Release: February 8, 2021 From the Office of the Premier Public Health Units to Gradually Return to the COVID-19 Response Framework TORONTO — In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, the government is moving to a regional approach and maintaining the shutdown in the majority of the public health […]
Suspicious Person Call to OPP Leads to Arrest in Kingsville
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On February 4, 2021 at 8:25 p.m. Ontario Provincial Police Kingsville officers received information about a suspicious person and vehicle in the area of Hillview Crescent, Kingsville. Police were provided a description and direction of travel and patrolled the area. A suspicious vehicle was located on Division Street, […]
OPP Investigation Leads to Multiple Charges in Kingsville
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On January 27, 2021 Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Kingsville officers were advised of a domestic dispute that had taken place at a residence on Noah Crescent, Kingsville and an investigation commenced. A search warrant was conducted on the residence by members of the Major Crime Unit and the […]
Town of Kingsville Has Passed Budget for 2021
Today, Kingsville Town Council passed a responsible budget with a 1.2% municipal tax rate increase. When combined with the County and Education tax rate, the overall residential tax rate increase will be 0.8% for 2021. Kingsville continues to have the second lowest tax levy in Essex County and, when combined […]
Town of Kingsville Hosts Interactive Input Session on February 10
January 26, 2021 The Town of Kingsville is holding an interactive public input session on Strategic Midterm Planning on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 7:00pm, and invites residents and business owners to participate. “Municipal Council is halfway through its four-year elected term,” said Chief Administrative Officer, John Norton. “So now […]
Kingsville Highland Games Cancelled Due to COVID-19
January 26, 2021 2021 KINGSVILLE HIGHLAND GAMES CANCELLED Continuing concerns surrounding COVID-19 have prompted the Town of Kingsville and the Kingsville Highland Games Committee to regretfully announce the CANCELLATION of the Kingsville Highland Games scheduled for June 26th, 2021. The current circumstances are unique and unquestionably challenging, and the work […]
Spotlight On Business: Whisked Bake Shop
When Ana Teresa El Barche opened her Whisked Bake Shop in 2015, she was well prepared and ready to go. Before she’d moved to Canada, Ana had worked with her parents in their family-owned bulk food business, similar to the Bulk Barn here in Canada. Her family offered custom cakes […]
Kingsville Welcomes John Quennell as New Fire Chief
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to welcome John Quennell as its new Fire Chief. Chief Quennell has decades of experience in fire and rescue operations, working in multiple capacities throughout his lengthy career. He was the Deputy Fire Chief for the Town of Lakeshore from 2011 to 2019. Previously […]
Kingsville Fire Department to Have Change in Leadership
The Town of Kingsville has decided to move in a different direction with its fire department leadership and as such Fire Chief Charles (Chuck) Parsons is no longer employed with the Town. The Town of Kingsville thanks Chief Parsons for his good service to our community and wishes him well […]
Ontario to Provide Funding for Youth: Apply by February 8
Get Support for Learners Learn about one-time funding to support children, youth and students during the 2020-2021 school year. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply The deadline to apply is February 8, 2021. Apply now You can get financial support to help with additional costs during the 2020-2021 […]
Ontario Opens Applications for New Small Business Support Grant
Province Providing up to $20,000 for Eligible Businesses Impacted by Provincewide Shutdown NEWS RELEASE: January 15, 2021 TORONTO — The Ontario government has opened applications for the new Ontario Small Business Support Grant. The grant, first announced in December, provides a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $20,000 to […]
Spotlight On Business: Bonzai Gifts by Pet Nanny
Teal Hallam has always been an animal lover. This love motivated her to work in a vet clinic part-time in high school. Later when she went on to college, she chose to become a vet tech and wildlife rehabilitator. Hallam embarked on her first business, Bonzai Gifts, in 2010 after […]
Province of Ontario to Vaccinate up to 8.5 Million in Phase Two
Province to Expand COVID-19 Immunization Program to Seniors, Frontline Essential Workers in Next Phase of Rollout Plan NEWS RELEASE: January 13, 2021 Office of the Premier TORONTO — The Ontario government is preparing to immunize up to 8.5 million people before the end of Phase Two of the government’s vaccine […]
Ontario Declares Second Provincial Emergency to Address COVID-19 Crisis Effective Jan. 14
Province Issues Stay-at-Home Order and Introduces Enhanced Enforcement Measures to Reduce Mobility News Release: January 12, 2021 Office of the Premier TORONTO – In response to a doubling in COVID-19 cases over the past two weeks, the real and looming threat of the collapse of the province’s hospital system and […]
Teacher-Led Online Learning Extends Till January 25 in Southern Ontario
January 7, 2021 TORONTO — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate throughout the province, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is extending certain measures to keep students, education staff, and residents of Northern Ontario safe. This […]
COVID-19 Vaccinations Roll Out for LTC Homes in Windsor-Essex and Other Priority Regions
January 5, 2021 News Release TORONTO — The Ontario government is continuing the rollout of Phase One of its vaccine implementation plan by ensuring that all residents, health care workers and essential caregivers at long-term care homes in the priority regions of Toronto, Peel, York and Windsor-Essex receive a COVID-19 vaccination […]
Spotlight On Business: The Fresh Bee
Pamela Bellemore LoDuca had always wanted to have her own business. Over the past three years, the thought of starting something was constantly on her mind. A friend had mentioned beeswax wraps as a possible business venture. That idea had occurred to LoDuca before and the idea stuck. Her new […]
Volunteer Reporters Wanted for Kingsville Times
We’re on the lookout for budding reporters. Want to write for The Kingsville Times? Contact us at info@kingsvilletimes.ca Image by Pexels from Pixabay
Spotlight On Business: Giffin’s Maple Syrup Products
Giffin’s Maple Syrup Products has been a family business for nearly four decades. Husband and wife team Jean and Don Giffin owned it and ran it together until Don passed away in 2017, leaving Jean alone to handle the business. Their daughter Diane and her husband Adrian decided to help […]
Town of Kingsville Responds to Extended Provincial Lockdown
Premier Doug Ford has announced a province-wide lockdown to address the Covid-19 health crisis in Ontario. This extended provincial lockdown emphasizes the critical importance of adhering to the rules and restrictions in place to protect our community and relieve stress from our increasingly stressed health care system. This lockdown and […]
Ontario Shutting Down Provincewide to Stop COVID Spread and Save Lives Saturday, Dec. 26
December 21, 2020 Office of the Premier TORONTO — As COVID-19 cases continue to rise at an alarming rate, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and other health experts, is imposing a Provincewide Shutdown. Additional restrictions will be put into place and reinforce that Ontarians […]
WECHU News Release: Statement on holiday gatherings in Windsor-Essex County
The holidays are here, and we know some of you are making plans to celebrate in person with family and friends. With the recent approval and first administration of a COVID-19 vaccine, we can understand how it may feel like things are coming to an end and that holiday celebrations […]
Spotlight On Business: My Grind Coffee Co.
While they were out exploring Europe, at one point, Calyn Kir and Mitch Monaco found themselves in an Irish cafe. They enjoyed their time there, sampling coffee selections and as a result an intriguing and exciting idea was born. After the two of them returned home, they teamed up with […]
Windsor-Essex County Moves to Grey-Lockdown Monday, Dec. 14
December 11, 2020 TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, local medical officers of health, and other health experts, is moving seven public health regions to new levels with stronger public health measures, including Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and York Region Public Health […]




























































































