At the Leamington Council meeting of April 22, 2025, Council: Adopted an Engineer’s report regarding a new access bridge over the Bailey Drain, authorized the works to be tendered, and approved the scheduling of a Court of Revision. Council also approved a by-law to provide a new access bridge over […]
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April 28 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, April 28, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
School Boards Face Crackdown Over Financial Mismanagement
Province takes steps to protect students, families and taxpayer funds In response to a number of cases of financial mismanagement by school boards, the Ontario government is taking action to increase accountability and ensure boards are focused on improving student outcomes, so students are able to acquire the skills and […]
Essex-Windsor EMS Paramedic Recognized by Trillium Gift of Life Network
An Essex-Windsor EMS paramedic has received a provincial award for his efforts to ensure tissue donations that help save and improve lives can be made even if the donors die at home. Gerry Seguin has been named the 2024 Provincial Donation Champion Award recipient by Trillium Gift of Life Network […]
Canada Goose Injured By Leg-hold Trap In Kingsville
On March 31, the Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation placed an urgent call for assistance to Erie Wildlife Rescue (EWR). A local Kingsville resident had called Jack Miner staff to inform them that a Canada Goose was caught in a leg-hold trap. The goose was found near a creek running through […]
Notice of Passing of Interim Control By-law 24-2025
At its Monday, April 14, 2025 Council meeting, in response to concerns regarding capacity at the Ruthven Sanitary System, Council passed an Interim Control By-law that prohibits construction, alteration, or expansion of any building or structure in Kingsville that would add discharge to the Ruthven Sanitary System for a one-year period, […]
Windsor-Essex Region to Host Prestigious OCC Annual Meeting
This weekend, the Windsor Essex, Leamington-District, and Amherstburg Chambers of Commerce proudly host the 113th Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC), following a successful joint bid to bring the event to the region. Nearly 150 delegates from across Ontario’s Chamber Network will gather in Windsor-Essex as […]
Fort Malden National Historic Site Gate Protocols Changed For Season
For the 2025 operational season, the gates at Fort Malden National Historic Site will be closed during the Fort’s hours of operation, which are: May 17 to June 29: Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 1 to August 31: Daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
Development Charges Background Study Released and Public Meetings Planned
The County of Essex has released a Development Charges Background Study and is planning public information sessions as it continues exploring the feasibility of implementing development charges to help pay for growth-related services. The study assesses the growth-related costs of County-wide services including library, land ambulance, long-term care, roads and waste diversion. […]
Have Your Say on Kingsville’s Settlement Area Boundary Review
The Town of Kingsville has initiated a Settlement Area Boundary review to determine the future of residential and employment growth in our community. This review builds on the County of Essex’s comprehensive Land Needs Assessment. Visit the Settlement Area Boundary Review project on our citizen engagement portal, HaveYourSayKingsville.ca to recommend land for consideration, […]
Ontario Building Fewer Homes Today Than In 1970s
Ontario building fewer homes today than in 1970s, despite nearly 4 times higher annual population growth The annual number of new homes being built in Ontario is fewer now than it was in the 1970s, despite annual population growth in the province being nearly four times higher, finds a new […]
County Council Highlights for April 16, 2025
Warden and council support Hospice Dove Pin campaign Warden Hilda MacDonald encouraged residents to support the annual Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Dove Pin campaign. The warden and members of council wore the blue Dove Pins at Wednesday’s meeting to promote the campaign, which runs from April 24 to […]
Work to Resume Near County Road 42 Roundabout
Clean up and restoration work near the new County Road 42 roundabout resumes April 22 and is expected to last several weeks. The construction work will include: Full-depth pavement removal between the new Banwell Road cul-de-sac and Connector Road. Installation of a barrier curb along the parking lot at County […]
Have Your Say on Kingsville’s Recreation Programs and Events
The Town of Kingsville has launched a community survey to gather feedback for its Recreation Programs and Events Action Plan. This initiative aligns with our Strategic Plan – a 2040 Vision for Kingsville, and insights will help ensure future programs and events are in sync with what residents want. Recreational activities and events […]
Leamington Council Considers – April 22, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of April 22, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Drainage Act to consider: Adopting the report provided by Baird AE for a new access bridge over the Bailey Drain. Authorizing the project to be tendered and, should the submitted tenders fall within […]
Canada Post Announces New Stamp Celebrating Blue Rodeo
Since the band’s formation in 1984, its unique mix of country, folk and rock has helped shape Canadian music Earlier this month, Canada Post unveiled a new stamp to celebrate one of Canada’s most beloved bands, Blue Rodeo. From the time it formed in 1984, the iconic group and its […]
Leamington Announces Holiday Hours For Easter Weekend
The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, and Monday, April 21, 2025, in observance of the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/ReportAnIssue. Please note the following municipal service level adjustments because of the holiday: Nature […]
Canada’s Air Quality 8th Best Of 31 High-Income Countries
Canada has some of the best air quality in the world, finds a new study released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “As Earth Day approaches, Canadians should know that they breathe some of the cleanest air on Earth,” said Elmira Aliakbari, director of […]
Council Brief from the April 14, 2025 Meeting
At its April 14, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved a Zoning By-law Amendment for 52 Heritage Road. Approved a Consent Application to sever an existing dwelling, deemed surplus to the needs of the applicants’ farming operation, at 459 County Road 34 East, subject to certain conditions. Awarded the 2025 Rural Road […]
Garbage Pickup Will Be Earlier This Week
For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Friday, this week’s pickup will be on Thursday, April 17. This change is due to the Easter weekend. Residents can contact GFL Environmental for service inquiries, issues, bins, carts or for new builds/homeowners via 1-844-415-4351 or WeRecycling@gflenv.com. Image: Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority
AI Will Likely Create More Opportunities For Workers
Despite fears about mass unemployment, the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), like past major technological innovations, will transform economies, raise living standards, and likely contribute to net job creation, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Like the printing press, […]
CEC Issues Statement On Part-Time Academic Union Certification
The Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB), on April 14, 2025, officially confirmed and approved the establishment of a union for part-time and sessional professors, instructors, counsellors and librarians at all 24 Ontario public colleges, to be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). “We respect the important contributions […]
Road Closure for Wigle Ave (Between Katie and Glass) Starting April 16
Please be advised that Wigle Avenue will be closed between Katie Crescent and Glass Avenue starting Wednesday, April 16, 2025 (weather permitting) for storm sewer and water main connection work for the 175 Wigle Avenue subdivision. The road will close to through traffic for 2-3 days between 7:00 am and […]
Local Educator Honoured At Global Women Changing The World Awards
The Women Changing the World Global Awards recently celebrated its third year of honouring exceptional women from across the globe who are creating meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. Held in London, England, this prestigious event brought together changemakers from over 2000 nominations worldwide. Among the cohort of award […]
Essex County Counts: Federal Election Priorities
Make sure the candidates knocking on your door during the federal election campaign know that Essex County counts! The County of Essex has identified priorities it wants the incoming federal government to address to help build a more resilient economy and a brighter, more prosperous future for the residents of […]
April 14 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, April 14, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
April 16, 2025 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Remembering Legacy of Edith Monture on Indigenous Nurses Day
On April 10, we celebrate Indigenous Nurses Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the contributions of Indigenous nurses to their communities. This date is significant as it marks the birth of Edith Monture, a pioneering Mohawk nurse whose legacy continues to inspire. Born on April 10, 1890, on the Six Nations […]
Ontario Proposes Expanding Strong Mayor Powers to 169 More Municipalities
Expansion will help municipalities deliver on provincial priorities like building homes and infrastructure Ontario is proposing to expand strong mayor powers to the heads of council in 169 additional municipalities effective May 1, 2025 to help deliver on provincial priorities, such as building more homes, transit and other infrastructure across Ontario. This […]
ServiceOntario Harrow Renews Senior Driving Testing for Ages 80+
We are excited to announce that ServiceOntario Harrow is now renewing Senior Driving testing for those who are 80 years old and older. Give us a call at 519-738-2564 for more information. Location: 72 King St. E Unit 3 Harrow, Ontario N0R 1G0 Phone: (519) 738-2564 Facebook: ServiceOntario Harrow Image […]
New Nursing Registration Requirements to Take Effect
Significant changes to the registration requirements for nursing applicants in Ontario are now in effect. These changes are a major part of CNO’s efforts to modernize the process for assessing and registering nursing applicants in Ontario. They enhance CNO’s registration process for internationally educated applicants and support a smoother transition […]
Kingsville Easter Egg Hunt and Dog Egg Hunt April 19
Two events, the Children’s Easter Egg Hunt and Dog’s Easter Egg Hunt, return Saturday, April 19, 2025. The Children’s Easter Egg Hunt is happening at Lakeside Park starting at 10:00 am. Ages 1-4 will begin at 11:00 am and ages 5-8 will begin at 11:30 am. In the event of […]
Ontario Taking Action to Protect Workers Amid Economic Uncertainty
Province delivering support to businesses, while making Ontario the best place in the G7 to invest, create jobs and do business The Ontario government is providing approximately $11 billion in relief and support for workers and businesses as it protects the province’s economy from economic uncertainty and the impact of […]
Items for Review at April 15 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following applications at its April 15, 2025 meeting: 1357 Heritage Road (County Road 50): An application for a technical severance. The applicants are proposing to re-establish lots that have merged on title as separate lots. No new lots are being proposed. B-2025-3 614 […]
Kingsville Seeks Committee Volunteers
Are you passionate about your community? The Town of Kingsville is looking for volunteers to serve on the following Committees: Communities in Bloom Migration Festival Fantasy of Lights Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Help us plan events and initiatives that improve experiences for our residents and visitors. You can make a […]
Planning Items for Review at April 14 Town Council Meeting
Council will review the following applications at the April 14, 2025 meeting: 459 County Road 34 East: Applications for a surplus dwelling. The applicant is proposing to sever the existing dwelling and accessory structures onto a new lot and retain the vacant farmland. The retained farmland will be re-zoned to […]
Union Water Supply System – Call For Public Participation
Kingsville Congratulates Best of Windsor Essex Award Winners
The Town of Kingsville is happy to see local businesses recognized as winners in TWEPI’s 10th Annual Best of Windsor Essex Awards. The awards aim to celebrate the best things to see and do in the region. “I want to personally congratulate all of our Kingsville winners,” said Kingsville Mayor, Dennis Rogers. […]
Minth Group Chooses Windsor To Drive Growth In North America
Windsor, Ont. is welcoming a nearly $300-million investment by Minth Group, a Canadian owned global leader in the manufacturing of exterior and structural automotive parts. Together with representatives from the Province of Ontario and the City of Windsor, Minth Group announced the construction of a 379,415 sq. ft. manufacturing plant, […]
Leamington Council Matters – March 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of March 25, 2025, Council: Denied Temporary Use Zoning By-law Amendment permitting a three-year extension for the use of two boarding houses at 6 Georgia Avenue. Deferred a consent application which seeks to sever a surplus farm dwelling from 1831 Mersea Road 10, and a […]
Stellantis Responds To Tariffs With Canadian, Mexican And U.S. Layoffs
Stellantis has responded to the imposition of a 25% auto tariff with the temporary layoff of thousands of Unifor Local 444 members at Windsor Assembly Plant and additional layoffs in Mexico and at U.S. facilities. “Unifor warned that U.S. tariffs would hurt auto workers almost immediately and in this case the layoffs […]
County Council Highlights for April 2, 2025
Warden encourages participation in the library’s spring cleanup Grab a kit at an Essex County Library branch and join The Great Cleanup Challenge. Warden Hilda MacDonald encouraged residents to take part in the fun, month-long challenge put on by the library and the Essex Region Conservation Authority. Kits available at […]
Trump’s Job-Killing Tariffs Threaten Canadian Auto Sector
Unifor is calling on the federal government to keep all options on the table in the escalating trade war with the U.S. as new auto tariffs will fall on Canada’s auto sector at midnight tonight. “Trump is gaslighting us, wanting us to be grateful for not having reciprocal tariffs imposed on Canada while he […]
Dairy Freez, The Grove, Others Win At ‘Best of Windsor Essex’ Awards
Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island has announced the winners of the 10th Annual Best of Windsor Essex Awards as voted at bestofwindsoressex.ca. Now in its 10th year, the Best Of Windsor Essex Award have honoured over 525 local businesses, attractions and events since its inception. “We are excited to be able to announce the winners of […]
Ontario Announces Minimum Wage Increase For October 1
The Ontario government is increasing the minimum wage from $17.20 to $17.60 an hour effective October 1, 2025, to support workers and businesses. This annualized wage increase is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index (CPI) of 2.4 per cent and will bring Ontario’s minimum wage to the second highest provincial […]
Willistead Manor Inc. Invites Applicants To Join Their Board Of Directors
Are you passionate about history, culture, and community engagement? Willistead Manor Inc. is seeking dedicated volunteers to join its board of directors. This is your chance to be part of shaping the future of historic Willistead Manor in Walkerville! As a member of this advisory board, you will play a key role […]
Fruit and Vegetable Growers Brace For Tariffs, Seek Government Support
Over three days last month, Canada’s greenhouse vegetable growers got a preview of what sweeping US tariffs would do to their industry, and they saw that the impact could be devastating. Canada’s fruit and vegetable growers have long-known about the inadequacies in current safety net programs. In recent years, extreme weather events and […]
Canada Post Pays Tribute To The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney
New stamp continues the long-standing tradition of recognizing the accomplishments of former prime ministers Canada Post has unveiled a new stamp in recognition of Canada’s 18th prime minister, the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney (1939-2024). Born in Baie-Comeau, Quebec, Mulroney is considered one of Canada’s most consequential prime ministers. This latest stamp […]
Cemetery Maintenance Begins in April
The Town of Kingsville is preparing to begin cemetery maintenance in April. We encourage residents to remove wreaths, blankets, and Christmas decorations by March 31, 2025, to ensure they’re not disposed of by staff during the clean-up. We appreciate your cooperation. See Kingsville’s Cemetery By-law for more details.
Leamington Road Reconstruction, Sewer Work Begins In April
Contractors working on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington will be undertaking a sewer separation and road reconstruction project on multiple streets as part of ongoing infrastructure improvements. Construction is scheduled to begin in April 2025 and is expected to be completed by November 2025, weather permitting. The affected roads […]
Over 20% Of Canadian Households Earning Under $55K Face Energy Poverty
More than 20 per cent of households in Canada earning less than $55,000 experience energy poverty, meaning they spend ten per cent or more of their household budget for electricity, home heating fuel and gasoline, finds a new report published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public […]
Tree Removals Planned for Downtown Core
The Town of Kingsville would like to inform residents that we have marked several trees in our downtown core for removal after an Arborist determined they are becoming hazardous to the downtown core. When a landmark tree that will significantly alter the streetscape or natural features of the neighbourhood is […]
Federal General Election Scheduled for Monday, April 28
The 45th federal general election is scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025. Canadians will vote for a new member of Parliament in each of 343 ridings. On Sunday, March 23, after being in power for nine days, Prime Minister Mark Carney requested Gov. Gen. Mary Simon to dissolve Parliament which […]
Construction Notice — Ridgeview Park Laneway Closed
Please be advised that the driveway leading to the Ridgeview Park parking lot will be closed from mid-day Wednesday, March 26, 2025, to Monday, March 31, 2025, to support the ongoing construction of the Cottam Community Centre. Visitors are encouraged to use active transportation or park on the street during […]
Growing Number of Scams Aimed at Energy Consumers
Some of these involve Facebook pages or emails from entities claiming to be OEB, or affiliated with or endorsed by the OEB. Some even falsely include the OEB’s name and logo. Others claim to offer rebates or to help consumers apply for bill support programs. This is often accompanied by […]
Leamington Council Considers — March 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of March 25, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: Temporary use Zoning By-law Amendment permitting a three-year extension for the use of two boarding houses at 6 Georgia Avenue; Consent application which seeks to sever a surplus farm […]
Canadians and Americans Rally Together at Border Cities
On Saturday, March 22, 2025 rallies were held on both sides of the Windsor/ Detroit border to protest U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to Canadian sovereignty and economic stability. There were multiple goals for these rallies. Several messages were delivered by both groups. Canadians stood as a united front against […]
Federal Carbon Charge to Be Removed April 1, 2025
The federal carbon charge will be removed from customer bills effective April 1, 2025, subject to Ontario Energy Board approval. Please note that your bill will continue to show federal carbon charges incurred for any natural gas usage up to and including March 31, 2025. Please check back regularly for […]
Kingsville Welcomes South Essex Community Council to Lions Hall
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce South Essex Community Council (SECC) has signed on to lease space at Lions Hall to expand youth programming and strengthen employment services. Council approved the agreement at its March 17, 2025, meeting. “This is exciting news for the Town and South Essex […]
Windsor Among Cities With Higher Property Crime Than New York And Detroit
New study published by the Fraser Institute examines property crime and violent crime rates across 36 Canadian and over 300 United States metropolitan areas The rate of property crimes per person in Toronto is 40 per cent higher than New York, finds a new study published today by the Fraser […]
Leamington Council Matters — March 4, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of March 4, 2025, Council: Held a Court of Revision under the Drainage Act and confirmed the Schedule of Assessment in the engineer’s report for a new access culvert for the 8th Concession Branch of the Big Creek Drain. Approved a proposal to convert a […]
County Council Highlights for March 19, 2025
Employee Excellence Awards presented to outstanding county staff The first annual Employee Excellence Awards were presented to four winners and 20 others who received honourable mentions at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. “We are extremely fortunate to have such exceptional, experienced, passionate and skilled professionals here at […]
Premier Doug Ford Unveils Cabinet to Protect Ontario
Experienced team will deliver on historic mandate from the people to protect Ontario’s economy and workers On March 19, 2025, Premier Doug Ford unveiled his cabinet with an experienced team that will deliver on the government’s mandate to do whatever is necessary to protect Ontario in the face of tariffs […]
Leamington Seeks Nominations For Annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards
The Municipality of Leamington is inviting community members to nominate outstanding individuals, groups, and organizations for the fourth annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards—a program that honours those who have made significant contributions to the community. The Mayor’s Recognition Awards celebrate excellence in various aspects of community life, from athletics and innovation […]
Gas Main Leak Leads To Emergency Road Closure Of County Rd 31
County Road 31 (Albuna Townline) is closed immediately north of County Road 20 (Seacliff Drive) to County Road 34 (Talbot Road) for an emergency gas main repair. This closure is necessary to repair a gas main leak, with repair work being undertaken by Enbridge Gas. The closure is anticipated to […]
Kingsville Council Brief from the March 17, 2025 Meeting
At its March 17, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved zoning changes for the property at 197 Lansdowne Avenue, shifting it from “Industrial” to “Commercial.” Council also updated the Zoning By-law to allow for fewer parking spaces (42) and to exempt trucks and trailers from needing a paved area for turning. Approved […]
Ontario Search And Rescue Stations Open For 2025 Boating Season
The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across the Great Lakes will open on the following dates: March 21: Amherstburg, Kingston, Port Dover, Port Weller March 28: Cobourg April 4: Goderich, Meaford, Tobermory April 11: Thunder Bay Waterways remain very cold at this time of year and take much longer to warm up when compared to […]
Emergency Preparedness Training Exercise March 14-21, 2025
The Town of Essex is participating in an emergency preparedness training exercise from March 14 to 21, 2025, in collaboration with Windsor Regional Hospital, the City of Windsor, the County of Essex, the Town of Amherstburg, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, and provincial and international partners. This initiative simulates a coordinated […]
Have Your Say on Emergency Services
Kingsville Fire and Rescue is working with the Loomex Group on a Fire Master Plan. Our goal is to identify strategies for managing heightened demands on the fire department as the community grows, and align services to meet community need. Please take our survey to provide input on our current […]
New Study Suggests Reforms To Lower Airfares For Canadians
Canadian air travel is plagued by higher ticket prices, poorer service, and limited consumer choice due to ineffective and outdated federal policies, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan public policy think-tank. “As Canadian travellers know all too well, airfares in Canada are higher than […]
MP Chris Lewis Presents Citizens with King Charles Coronation Medals
Essex MP Chris Lewis had the honour on March 15, 2025, of presenting the King Charles III Coronation Medal to several individuals who have made significant contributions to Canada and their communities. Recipients are: Donald Lucier Gilbert Bastien Linda Lynch Richard Brooks Mary-Maureen Atkin Tim McAllister Jeremy Douglas Sinasac The […]
March 17 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, March 17, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]
Planned Hydro Outage for Kingsville on March 16
On Sunday, March 16th Hydro One is working on M5 Feeder that will require an outage that affects all of E.L.K. customers in Kingsville. The planned outage will be starting at 7:30AM and will last approximately one hour. We apologize for any inconvenience. Location: 172 Forest Avenue Essex, Ontario Email: […]
Watermain Work on West Side Collector Road Begins March 17
Preliminary work on construction of the watermain for the new west side collector road extending Heritage Road to Road 2 West will begin on Monday, March 17, 2025 and continue throughout the year. The watermain will service the south western portion of Kingsville. The project was approved by Council earlier […]
Essex County Council Regular and Closed Meeting on March 19, 2025
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of Essex, […]
Public Information Meeting: Review of Areas Available for Development
Kingsville has initiated a review of the areas available for development (residential, commercial, industrial) to look at the adjustment and reallocation of lands within Kingsville, Cottam and Ruthven, which are identified in the 2024 County Official Plan for land use. Why are we doing this? Under the Planning Act, municipalities must maintain lands to […]
Affordable Child Care, Stronger Economy
Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. As a result, parents – especially moms – often face impossible choices between their careers and child care fees. As a government, we […]
Affordable Housing Innovation Fund Now Accepting Applications
On March 6, 2025, the Government of Canada announced the re-opening of the Affordable Housing Innovation Fund (AHIF) portal. Proponents are encouraged to submit proposals that address barriers to innovative homebuilding. Priority will be given to applications using modular and prefabricated building to help address homelessness that can be scaled and replicated. These solutions should […]
Mark Carney New Leader for Liberal Party of Canada
Mark Carney won the leadership race for the Liberal Party of Canada with 85.9 percent of the vote. Former Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland finished in second place. Former Cabinet Minister Karina Gould came in third, and businessman Frank Baylis came in fourth. Carney is not Prime Minister yet, he is […]
Ontario Applies 25 Per Cent Surcharge on Electricity Exports to United States
Surcharge part of initial retaliatory measures that will remain in place until U.S. tariffs are removed for good Effective March 10, 2025, the Ontario government has applied a 25 per cent surcharge on all electricity exports to the United States as part of the province’s initial suite of retaliatory measures […]
Robson Road To Be Temporarily Closed For Reconstruction
The Municipality of Leamington will be undertaking a road reconstruction and traffic calming project on Robson Road, from Erie Street South to Cherry Lane. Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 10, 2025 (weather permitting) and is expected to take approximately two months to complete. This project is part of ongoing enhancements […]
County Council Highlights for March 5, 2025
Council recognizes food donation helpers, staff and medal recipients Representatives of Erie James Produce and the Leamington Regional Food Hub were presented with certificates of appreciation by Warden Hilda MacDonald at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. Both assisted Essex-Windsor EMS with distributing almost two tons of dried […]
Chrétien’s Historic 1995 Federal Budget Offers Lessons For Today
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Chrétien Liberal government’s 1995 federal budget—one of the most important budgets in Canadian history—which contains key lessons for today’s federal and provincial policymakers, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “To improve […]
Trump’s Trade War And What It Means For Canada
We didn’t want it but it has crashed onto our shores anyway. U.S. President Donald Trump has unleashed his long-mooted assault on Canada, deploying tariffs as his chosen weapon of “economic coercion.” The Executive Order justifying 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs on southbound Canadian exports (10 per cent on exports […]
Leamington Council Matters — February 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 25, 2025, Council: Received a plaque presented by the Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent acknowledging the Municipality of Leamington’s assistance in providing water resources to Wheatley and Tilbury following the fire at the Wheatley Water Treatment Plant. Approved a proposal […]
County Road 22 Reconstruction: Notice of Public Consultation Centre
Notice of Public Consultation Centre County of Essex and Municipality of Lakeshore County Road 22 Reconstruction Introduction The County of Essex in partnership with the Municipality of Lakeshore has retained BT Engineering Inc. to design the reconstruction of County Road 22 from I.C. Roy Street easterly to West Belle River […]
County Road 42 Roundabout Project Wins Award
Good Roads has recognized the construction of a two-lane concrete roundabout connecting County Road 42 and County Road 43 for setting a high standard for workmanship, aesthetics and innovation while meeting all specifications and tight construction deadlines. The County of Essex and contractor Green Infrastructure Partners (GIP) were selected from […]
Why The Kingsville Times Is Leaving Twitter and Joining Bluesky
For years, Twitter, now called X, has been a key platform for news organizations, offering a place for real-time updates, breaking news, and direct engagement with readers. However, X has undergone significant changes in recent years contributing to increased misinformation and resulting in an environment where news organizations struggle to […]
Kingsville Asks Drivers to Take Extra Caution on Gravel Roads
The Town of Kingsville asks residents and school buses using gravel roads to drive extra cautiously. Recent weather fluctuations have caused a constant freeze-thaw cycle that has resulted in large potholes and ruts along our gravel roads. The roads must dry out before we can grade them or add more […]
Seasonal Load Limits in Effect on County Roads
Seasonal load limits on designated Essex County roads are in effect for 2025 and will remain in place while signs are posted. Operators are advised to observe the 5 tonne per axle load restriction signs on county roads during this period. Roads with seasonal load limits are listed on Schedule K of […]
March 3rd Kingsville Town Council Meeting Cancelled
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL The Town of Kingsville Regular Meeting of Council that was scheduled for March 3, 2025 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. has been cancelled. To receive agendas, planning notices and other town news in your email inbox, subscribe here: https://subscribe.kingsville.ca/Subscribe Website: Kingsville Ontario […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for March 5, 2025
There will be a Regular meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, which is scheduled to commence at 6:00 PM. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the County of […]
Council Brief from February 24, 2025 Town of Kingsville Meeting
At its February 24, 2025 meeting, Council: Adopted an Engineer’s Report dated February 5, 2025, prepared by Dillon Consulting Limited pursuant to Section 78 of the Drainage Act in respect of the Tully Meleg Drain for the MTO Widening Project. Approved certain road closures for the 2025 Migration Festival Parade […]
Beware of Road Damage Due to Freezing
Drive with extra caution and an eye to the pavement as some Essex County roads may have been damaged recently by weather conditions. Freezing water can create large cracks or boils in road pavement that appear suddenly when mild winter weather is followed by snow and colder temperatures. County of […]
Leamington Council Considers – February 25, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 25, 2025, Council will: Receive a plaque presented by the Mayor and Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent acknowledging the Municipality of Leamington’s assistance with providing water resources to Wheatley and Tilbury following the fire at the Wheatley Water Treatment Plant. Consider holding […]
Tamara Stomp: A Lifelong Advocate For Essex County Steps Up For Change
For decades, Tamara Stomp has been a familiar face in Kingsville and beyond, serving as a steadfast advocate both for her clients in the courtroom and for the community in council chambers and local organizations. Now, the longtime lawyer and public servant is channeling her passion for governance into a new challenge—running […]
Notices of Passing & of Adoption re OPA & ZBA-2024-4 – Building Height
At the February 10, 2025 public meeting, Council approved amendments to the Official Plan and the Zoning By-Laws for the Town of Kingsville. The amendments are related to building heights within the Main Street Corridor and respond to legislative and policy changes. Read the full notice.
Leamington To Begin Phased Demolition Of Former LDSS
The Municipality of Leamington will begin the phased demolition of the former Leamington District Secondary School (LDSS) building, located at 125 Talbot Street West, beginning with the gymnasium, which was recently damaged by fire. Prior to initiating this first phase of demolition, the Municipality retained a contractor to test the […]
Detroit-Windsor Tunnel To Close For Annual Emergency Response Exercise
The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel will close for the Annual Emergency Response Exercise on Sunday, February 23 at 7:00 a.m. Windsor Fire and Rescue, Essex-Windsor EMS, Windsor Police Services, Canada Border Services Agency, along with Detroit Police, CBP, Detroit Fire and Homeland Security will be taking part in the exercise. The Tunnel […]
February 24 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 24, 2025 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the proceedings at https://www.kingsville.ca/livestream […]