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 […]
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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 […]
WECHU Requires Schools to Shift to Online Learning Monday, Dec. 14
The following statement came from Dr. Wajid Ahmed, Medical Officer of Health for the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit: “Due to the rapid rise in COVID-19 cases in Windsor and Essex County and the evidence of ongoing community transmission, I am issuing a Section 22 order under the Health Protection and […]
Kingsville to Close Town Hall to Walk-In Visitors Monday Dec. 7, 2020
With the increase in COVID-19 cases in the region, the Town of Kingsville is closing Town Hall to walk-in visitors effective Monday, December 7th, 2020. In-person visits will be by appointment only, and visitors will need to wear a mask and complete the Town’s screening check-list before entering the building. […]
Windsor-Essex Stays at Red-Control Level While 3 Other Regions Change
Some good news for Kingsville and the area. We are NOT among the three regions in Ontario moving to more restricted levels in the COVID-19 Response Framework. This information came from the Government of Ontario’s official website on December 4, 2020. We will be remaining in the Red-Control Level where […]
Kingsville to Cancel Fantasy of Lights Market Place
In light of Windsor-Essex being moved into the Red-Control level of the Province of Ontario’s COVID 19 Response Framework, the Town of Kingsville has canceled its Fantasy of Lights Market Place originally scheduled for December 5th and 6th. The Town will still distribute Breakfast with Santa kits starting December 1st. […]
Snow on the Way? Remember Town of Kingsville’s Winter Control Policies
The weatherman is predicting snow so this is a good time to remind everyone of the Town of Kingsville’s winter control policies. Be aware that on-street parking is not allowed during a winter snow event between midnight and 6 a.m. Parking on the street in that situation nets a $75 […]
Government of Canada Provides Additional Relief Funding to Community Futures Essex County
Businesses and organizations in Essex to benefit from additional support through the Government of Canada’s Regional Relief and Recovery Fund News Release: Community Futures Essex County November 23, 2020 Essex, Ontario Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan has helped to protect millions of jobs, provide emergency support to families and keep […]
Windsor-Essex Moves to Orange Pandemic Alert Level Monday, November 23
On Monday, November 23, 2020 Windsor and Essex County moves to the Orange-Restrict Level of the COVID-19 Response Framework. According to the Government of Ontario website the Orange-Restrict Level brings with it the following restrictions and requirements. Concerning organized public events, social gatherings and religious services, rites and ceremonies: Limits for […]
Help Wanted at Hazel Farms: Greenhouse Facility Maintenance Technician
Greenhouse Facility Maintenance Technician Cecelia Acres, 885 County Road 23, Kingsville We are hiring an experienced maintenance person for general maintenance/repairs on greenhouse equipment/property. Must have experience using hand tools, power tools, welding, and ability to operate forklift, scissor lifts, lawnmower. Greenhouse/packing line experience an asset, must be 18, driver’s […]
Spotlight On Business: ‘Local Provisions’ Offers Locally Curated Gift Boxes
Local Provisions was established in October, 2020 by sisters Rachel Vollmer and Lauren Vollmer. They spoke recently to the Kingsville Times and gave us all the details of their local business which serves Windsor and Essex County. Kingsville Times: What was your motivation for starting a business? Local Provisions: We’re […]
Ontario Updates COVID-19 Response Framework to Help Stop Spread
News Release November 13, 2020 TORONTO — In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and the Public Health Measures Table, the Ontario government is taking immediate action to respond to the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases and is updating the Keeping Ontario Safe and Open Framework, by lowering the thresholds […]
Town of Kingsville’s Lighting and Odour Nuisance By-Law Update
On Monday October 26, 2020 Kingsville Town Council enacted a Lighting and Odour Nuisance By-Law that took effect immediately. The Municipal By-law Enforcement Officers have since been in contact with several greenhouse operators, and are working on formulating individual plans to attain compliance with respect to light nuisances. Additional outreach […]
Main Street West at Mill Creek Under Reconstruction
Town of Kingsville News Update: October 21, 2020 Main Street West is currently under reconstruction. To this point, the road has remained passable from both directions for local traffic accessing their homes or businesses within the construction corridor. Starting Monday, the bridge at Mill Creek will be exposed for maintenance […]
Pelee Island Ferry to Operate from Leamington Till End of Season
The Kingsville harbour won’t be used by the Pelee Island Ferry Service for the rest of the autumn. According to an October 19 public notice from https://www.ontarioferries.com, “A combination of wind, water action and vessel movements in Kingsville over the weekend have changed the contour of the Kingsville harbour entry […]
Bulk Carrier Mississagi Grounded in Kingsville Harbour
The Mississagi ran aground in the Kingsville Harbour on Saturday October 17, 2020. The ship was to deliver a load of aggregate but spent several hours working to free herself, disrupting ferry service. Finally free, the ship left without delivering her load only to return the next day when lake levels […]
John Quennell Appointed as Kingsville’s New Deputy Fire Chief
The Town of Kingsville announced John Quennell’s temporary appointment as Deputy Fire Chief on Friday, Oct. 16, 2020. He will take on the leadership and oversight for the fire department, as the current Fire Chief and Deputy Chief are on indefinite leaves of absence. Quennell will be part of the Municipal […]
Migration Festival at the Sanctuary
The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary will be joining in Kingsville’s celebration for its Migration Festival Weekend. On Saturday Oct. 17, there will be activities, demos and displays for the public set up at the Unico Hall at 37 Beech St, Kingsville. And of course there will be festivities at […]
Festival’s Great Migration Paint-OUT Begins Thursday, Oct. 15
Local artists are making an early start to the festivities on Thursday, Oct. 15 with the Great Migration Paint-OUT, which runs through Oct. 18. They could be anywhere. You’ll see them out at their easels in a plein air painting event. Watch as works of art appear before your eyes. […]
Migration Festival Weekend Is Happening October 15 – 18
The Kingsville Migration Festival has been an important part of Kingsville’s social calendar for 51 years. Over all those years, the event has grown from its infancy and humble beginnings, and expanded to involve the whole town and surrounding area for the whole weekend. Each year things are just a […]
COVID-19 Non-profit Relaunch Grant Fund: Apply by November 13
The Town of Kingsville is offering a COVID-19 Non-Profit Relaunch Grant fund. Its purpose is to help offset youth programing expenses that arise from COVID-19 regulations and guidelines. Local non-profit, charitable and cultural organizations are eligible for up to $300 in funds. Applications are now being accepted. To qualify, an […]
Kingsville Business Owners: Apply for Relaunch Grant Fund by Oct. 23
Local business owners can apply for the Town of Kingsville Business Relaunch Grant fund until October 23, 2020. The fund offers up to $750 to offset the expense of operating a business according to COVID-19 regulations and guidelines. Businesses must meet certain criteria to be eligible. If you haven’t yet […]
Ontario to Implement Additional Public Health and Testing Safety Measures
Difficult, but Necessary Decisions to Prevent and Stop the Spread of COVID-19 October 2, 2020 News Release from the Office of the Premier TORONTO — In consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, local medical officers of health and public health experts, the Ontario government is tightening public health […]
Kingsville Pickleball Courts Naming Rights: Plaque Unveiling October 2
Parks and Recreation Department Media Release: Naming rights announced for future Pickleball Courts October 1, 2020-Kingsville UE Enclosures have purchased the naming rights for the future pickleball courts located at 1741 Jasperson Lane in Kingsville. Established 30 years ago in Leamington the company employs 77 people. UE enclosures is […]
Results from Kingsville Commercial Vehicle Traffic Initiative
Media Release from OPP Essex County Detachment: (KINGSVILLE, ON) – On September 22, 2020 members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Traffic Management Unit (TMU) and Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) conducted a joint services commercial motor vehicle inspection initiative in the Town of Kingsville. 23 vehicles were inspected, resulting in […]
Kingsville High School Reports COVID-19 Case
A student at Kingsville District High School has tested positive for COVID-19. The school is open on Monday, Sept. 21, and all students and staff who were exposed have been contacted by school administration, according to the KDHS website. The Greater Essex County District School Board has confirmed that a […]
Ontario Limits Size of Gatherings Across Province, Sept. 19, 2020
News Release From the Office of the Premier: Province Takes Decisive Action to Stop the Spread of COVID-19 September 19, 2020 TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health and the Public Health Measures Table, is reducing limits on the number of people permitted […]
Kingsville has Lifted Localized State of Emergency
At 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 18, 2020, The Town of Kingsville officially lifted its Partial State of Emergency Declaration, originally signed Monday, September 14, 2020 in response to a gasoline leak at the gas station located on the corner of County Road 20 and 23. Following the further evacuation […]
Town of Kingsville Remains in Localized State of Emergency
News Update from Town of Kingsville: As of 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2020, the Town of Kingsville continues to coordinate emergency response efforts for the gasoline leak at the corner of County Road 20 and 23. Earlier Thursday, crews successfully evacuated the crawl space/basement of the fuel spill. […]
Partial State of Emergency Remains In Effect for Kingsville
On Monday, September 14, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. The Town of Kingsville partially activated its Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) in response to a gasoline leak at the gas station located on the corner of County Road 20 and 23. Previous reports incorrectly identified this as a natural gas leak. As […]
OPP Investigate After Youth Struck by Car in Kingsville
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – On September 13, 2020 at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle on County Road 20 east of Simmers Avenue. An eastbound motor vehicle, crossed over into the westbound lane and […]
Terry Fox Run September 20th: One Day. Your Way.
September 20th, and the 40th anniversary of Terry Fox Runs across Canada, is quickly approaching. This year will be virtual and the slogan is “One Day. Your Way!” To heighten the awareness of Terry’s virtual run, please wear a Terry Fox T-Shirt on Friday, Sept 18th to work, school or […]
OPP Seeking Witnesses to Serious Single Vehicle Crash
(KINGSVILLE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking witnesses to a serious single motor vehicle collision that occurred September 13, 2020 at approximately 10:00 p.m. on County Road 20 west of County Road 45 in Kingsville. A white Infinity Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) left the roadway and struck a […]
OPP Evacuating Area At Rd 20 and Rd 23 Due To Gas Leak – Avoid The Area
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is updating the situation at the intersection of Essex County Roads 20 and 23 in Kingsville. OPP, Kingsville Fire Department and Windsor Fire and Rescue Service Hazmat is in attendance and the OPP is evacuating the area due to the current situation involving a gas […]
Affordable Housing Comes to Kingsville
Kingsville residents may have noticed construction quietly taking place at 215 Division Street North at McCallum Street over the summer. Finishing touches are being put on the new four-bedroom residential home and occupancy for its tenants is previewed for some time between the end of October and early November. The […]
Open Streets Kingsville Final Weekend 2020
John Norton to Take Over as Kingsville’s New CAO
The Town of Kingsville will have a new Chief Administrative Officer soon. John Norton will be stepping into the position of CAO as of Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, according to a news update from the Town. Norton was previously the CAO at the Township of Georgian Bluffs. Earlier he spent nine […]











































































