Warden urges support for local businesses in light of U.S. threats Warden Hilda MacDonald in her remarks at the start of Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting applauded and encouraged support for local businesses and all companies that have invested in the Essex-Windsor region. “The County of Essex and the rest […]
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Information for Essex County Mail-in Voters for Ontario Election
Important Notice for Mail-In Voters Ballots Are Blank And Must Be Filled In By Voters If you’re a resident planning to vote by mail in the upcoming election, it’s crucial to be aware of a significant change in the voting process: the mail-in ballots will be blank, requiring you to […]
Leamington Council Matters – February 11, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 11, 2025, Council: Approved a by-law to rezone a portion of 409 Talbot Street West to allow for a liquid soil reuse facility. Authorized severing 376 square metres of land, to be added to the adjacent property at 479 Talbot Road East. Approved […]
Significant Weather Event Declared on February 15, 2025 Ends
The Significant Weather Event affecting the Town of Kingsville has ended. Please continue to use caution, as conditions could vary across the municipality. Please visit our Snow Removal page for additional information regarding winter maintenance activities. Image by Manfred Antranias Zimmer from Pixabay
Update: Meet with Mayor Rogers and Councillor Neufeld at Library Cancelled
CANCELLED: Mayor of Kingsville Dennis Rogers and Councillor Thomas Neufeld had been scheduled to meet residents at the Kingsville Library on February 18th. According to the Essex County Library (FB page) — “If you were planning to attend tonight’s event please note that it has been cancelled.” Kingsville Library Branch: […]
This Winter Take Action: Clear Your Gas Meter
There is plenty of snow across Ontario, so we want to remind customers to keep snow and ice from building up on gas meters and external exhaust outlets for furnaces, fireplaces, water heaters and dryers. Keeping these areas clear will keep you safe and ensure your gas meter and appliances […]
Canadian Innovation Helps More Growers Produce Local Strawberries
With locally-grown produce becoming a top priority, a new Canadian-made strawberry growing system is helping more growers meet the demand. The A.M.A. Strawberry Growing System is a professional-grade gutter system built for small-scale production. Developed in partnership between A.M.A. Horticulture Inc. and Growtec, it is a first-of-its-kind solution for growers […]
Recycling to Be Collected on Thursday This Week
Recycling will be picked up a day later this week due to the Family Day holiday. That means you should put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, February 19th for Thursday morning this week or have it out by 6 a.m. on Thursday, February 20th. There is […]
Kingsville Hosts Public Meeting on Municipal Sewer Use By-law Updates
The Town of Kingsville is hosting a meeting to provide information regarding updates to our Municipal Sewer-Use By-law on February 26th, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in rooms B & C at the Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive. At this meeting, we will: Review current By-laws and greenhouse connection […]
February 15, 2025 — Declaration of Significant Weather Event
The Town of Kingsville has declared a Significant Weather Event concerning existing or potential hazardous weather conditions until further notice. This means: Drivers and pedestrians should use an appropriate level of caution when traveling during this event and avoid unnecessary travel if possible. Crews continue to work diligently to ensure […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Feb. 14, 2025
County Road 8 will be closed between County Road 9 and County Road 3 for bridge rehabilitation work, beginning February 18 for approximately four months. Please use caution and follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1)
Leamington Announces Municipal Services Available On Family Day 2025
Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Family Day, Monday, February 17, 2025: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Family Day. Residents can continue to report non-urgent municipal issues online at leamington.ca/ReportAnIssue. Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre The Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre will […]
February 19, 2025 Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 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, […]
Chamber of Commerce and Invest WindsorEssex Launch Windsor-Essex ETTF
The Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce and Invest WindsorEssex are announcing the establishment of the Windsor-Essex Economic Trade Task Force (Windsor-Essex ETTF). This initiative brings together local businesses, leaders, and community stakeholders to serve as a unified voice for economic development and trade in the Windsor-Essex region. In light of […]
Significant Weather Event Ends
UPDATE TO ARTICLE: Declaration of Significant Weather Event The Significant Weather Event affecting the Town of Kingsville has ended. Please continue to use caution, as conditions could vary across the municipality. Please visit our Snow Removal page for additional information regarding winter maintenance activities. Image by janeb13 from Pixabay
Declaration of Significant Weather Event on February 12
UPDATE TO ARTICLE: On-Street 72-Hour Parking Ban Begins 6:30 pm on February 12 The Town of Kingsville has declared a Significant Weather Event concerning existing or potential hazardous weather conditions until further notice. This means: Drivers and pedestrians should use an appropriate level of caution when traveling during this event […]
On-Street 72-Hour Parking Ban Begins 6:30 pm on February 12
The Town of Kingsville has declared an on-street parking ban to commence winter control operations. On-street parking is now prohibited for a period of 72 hours, effective 6:30 pm on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. Parking on residential streets during a ban carries a $35.00 fine (By-Law 63-2022). You can find alternate parking […]
Essex County Counts: Priorities for the Provincial Election
The County of Essex is calling on provincial candidates running for election on February 27 to commit to addressing priority issues identified by Essex County Council, which is comprised of the mayors and deputy mayors of the county’s seven local municipalities. Addressing these priorities is crucial to the quality of […]
Council Brief from the February 10, 2025 Meeting
At its February 10, 2025 meeting, Council: Following a presentation from the Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), directed Administration to opt-in to ERCA’s Non-Mandatory Programs Fund, and the annual contribution of $32,879.00 for this fund will be transferred from the Park Fees Reserve. Approved By-laws 4-2025 and By-Law 5-2025, being […]
Report: Rising Income Inequality, Housing Crisis In Windsor-Essex
With a provincial election under way, a newly released report, Income Inequality and the Housing Crisis in Windsor-Essex County, reveals alarming trends in income disparity and housing affordability in the region. The report, a collaboration between five community organizations, underscores the urgent need for policy interventions to address rising economic […]
Leamington Council Considers – February 11, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of February 11, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: A by-law to rezone a portion of 409 Talbot Street West to allow for a liquid soil reuse facility. Severing 376 square metres of land to be added to […]
Local Resident Stephen Higgins Announces Candidacy For Green Party
It’s Time for Essex to Have a Voice in Queen’s Park In the political landscape, there comes a moment when the need for genuine representation becomes undeniable. For the riding of Essex, that moment is now. The time has come for our community to have a true voice in Queen’s […]
County Advances Regional Interests at ROMA Conference
County of Essex delegations recently met with Ontario government officials to advocate on three issues of importance to the region. The presentations were made in Toronto at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference. The conference, held Jan. 19-21, was attended by more than 2,000 municipal leaders, government officials, public […]
Best Of Windsor Essex Awards Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island is pleased to announce the 243 finalists across 48 awards in our 10th Annual Best of Windsor Essex. The awards celebrate the best places to go and things to do in the region, as voted on by locals. The public are invited to cast their […]
Feds Should Cut Personal Income Taxes 25%, Balance Budget Like BC
Policymakers in Ottawa should consider replicating the British Columbia government’s successful fiscal reforms from 2001 to improve the economic and fiscal outlook for Canada, finds a new study published February 4, 2025, by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The blueprint for economic growth is simple—lower […]
February 10 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, February 10, 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 […]
County Council Highlights for Feb. 5, 2025
Warden Encourages Participation in Black History Month Events Essex County Warden Hilda MacDonald is encouraging residents to take part in local Black History Month events. “February is Black History Month – a time to celebrate and honour the legacy and contributions of Black Canadians and communities to the fabric of […]
Gordie Howe International Bridge Helps Southwest Detroit Community
106 Residents Receive Home Repairs Through Delray Home Improvement Program The Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan brought comfort and safety to Southwest Detroit through the Delray Home Improvement Program, with free home repairs provided to 106 residences. The four-year program offered residences near the US Port of Entry […]
Leamington Council Matters – January 28, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Council: Approved a By-law to rezone the consolidated lands at 731 County Road 14 from an Agricultural Residential Zone and an Agricultural Hobby Farm Zone to Agricultural General. Adopted an engineer’s report regarding a new access bridge over the Big […]
Transport Canada Enhances School Bus Safety With New Cameras
The safety of Canada’s road users is a top priority for the Government of Canada, and that starts with the safe transportation of our children. While school buses have an excellent safety record in Canada and remain the safest means of transporting children to and from school, there are always […]
President Trump Pauses Tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump has paused in his plan to put tariffs on Canada. He has agreed to delay instituting any tariffs for at least 30 days after discussions with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday. Canada’s counter-tariffs on the U.S. have been cancelled. Trudeau informed Trump that Canada will […]
Leamington Issues Final Call for Summer And Seasonal Job Applications
Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for a 2025 student or seasonal position with the Municipality of Leamington! The following positions are available: Student Positions: Civil Engineering Student Day Camp Counsellor Marina Dock Hand Parks and Roads Student Labourer Planning Student PCC Laboratory Assistant / General Labourer Records Management Student […]
Canada Post Honours Black History Month With New Stamp
New Black History Month stamp features Marie Joseph Angélique Canada Post has unveiled its 2025 Black History Month stamp featuring Marie Joseph Angélique. Her harrowing story reminds us of the history of enslavement in what is now Canada – and sheds light on how those who were enslaved resisted their […]
County Issues RFP for Intensive Supportive Housing Program
The County of Essex is requesting proposals from interested parties to provide an Intensive Supportive Housing Program within the boundaries of the County of Essex to vulnerable adults with complex needs. The County is inviting responses from qualified service providers and/or supportive housing facilities, defined as any residence, rest home, […]
February Is Black History Month Across Canada
Each February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month events and celebrations that honour the legacy and contributions of Black people in Canada and their communities. The 2025 theme for Black History Month is: “Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History and Uplifting Future Generations.” This theme acknowledges the […]
Canada Responds To US Tariffs With $155B Tariff Package
On February 1 2025, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that the Government of Canada is moving forward with 25 per cent tariffs on $155 billion worth of goods in response to the unjustified and unreasonable tariffs […]
Leamington Halts Proposed Attainable Housing Development
The Municipality of Leamington remains committed to addressing the community’s need for attainable and affordable housing. However, after extensive efforts to finalize an agreement with Amico Properties Inc. (Amico) for the proposed development of attainable and affordable housing on the former Leamington District Secondary School property located at 125 Talbot […]
Kingsville Committee of the Whole February 3 Agenda Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, February 3, 2025 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole will take place on February 3 from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – Committee of the […]
Kingsville Council Brief from January 27, 2025 Meeting
At its January 27, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved an application to sever an existing dwelling, deemed surplus to the needs of the applicants’ farming operation on a 0.51 ha (1.3 ac.) lot known as 516 Road 11, in the Town of Kingsville, subject to certain conditions. Approved an application to […]
February 5, 2025 Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, February 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 Essex, […]
County of Essex Launches Council Feedback Form
The County of Essex has added an online form to its website so that members of the public can easily contact all members of Council at the same time. In the past, residents seeking to provide feedback to all members of Council at once had to type in individual email addresses. Now, […]
Ontario Election to be Held on February 27
Premier Doug Ford has confirmed that the Honourable Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, has accepted the premier’s advice to sign a proclamation dissolving the 43rd Parliament of the Province of Ontario, effective as of 4:00 p.m. on January 28, 2025. Pursuant to the provisions of the Election Act, […]
Ontario Helping Communities Better Manage Oil and Gas Related Issues
Province investing more than $16 million to help reduce risks and improve emergency planning The Ontario government is investing over $16 million to support emergency management needs in communities and enhance local preparedness to address the complex challenges posed by oil and gas related issues. This funding includes: $12.3 million […]
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 Fantasy of Lights Migration Festival Help us plan events and initiatives that improve experiences for our residents and visitors. You can make a difference while meeting great people […]
Leamington Council Considers — January 28, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Council will: Hold a public meeting under the Planning Act to consider: Approving a By-law to rezone the consolidated lands at 731 County Road 14 from an Agricultural Residential Zone and an Agricultural Hobby Farm Zone to an Agricultural General. […]
Canada Post Gets $1B Loan From Federal Government
The Government of Canada has informed Canada Post that it intends to make repayable funding of up to $1.034 billion available to the Corporation through the 2025-26 fiscal year. This short-term financing liability, which is within the regulations of the Canada Post Corporation Act, is designed to ensure the Corporation can […]
MPP Leardi Announces Seniors Active Living Centre For LaSalle
Anthony Leardi, MPP for the riding of Essex, announced on Friday the new Senior Active Living Centre for LaSalle. This is one of the up to 100 new SALC programs opening across the province this year to help improve seniors’ quality of life and build community engagement. “LaSalle Senior Active […]
January 27 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, January 27, 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 […]
Homelessness Hub in Leamington Offers Warm Shelter at Night
Warming Centre The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is opening its doors for those who need a warm place to go at night. The drop-in centre – at 215 Talbot Street East in the South Essex Community Council (SECC) building – is now open from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. seven days a […]
MPP Leardi Announces $7.4 Million Investment in Kingsville
Provincial investment will facilitate the construction of up to 2,927 homes On January 23, 2025, Anthony Leardi, MPP for the Riding of Essex, announced that the Ontario government is investing $7,437,500 in critical infrastructure to facilitate the construction of up to 2,927 new homes in Kingsville. The funding is being […]
Windsor Raises Concerns Over Asylum Claimant Program
City Facing Significant Financial Implications in Relation to Federal Government Asylum Claimant Process Changes – With changes to IHAP initiative, the federal government is requiring municipalities and the province to begin shouldering the financial and resource burdens associated with providing interim housing and related supports for asylum claimants at the […]
Leamington Council Matters — January 14, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Council: Approved Microsoft Licensing fees in the amount of $67,520 + HST to support the functionality of SharePoint for improved collaboration, security, and compliance. Approved a By-law to Regulate the Operation of Municipal Cemeteries. Council also authorized the price list […]
Ontario Making it More Convenient for Seniors to Renew Drivers’ Licences
Streamlined process will allow seniors to renew their licences and complete testing in one visit to ServiceOntario The Ontario government is making it simpler for seniors aged 80 and over to safely stay behind the wheel by introducing a more convenient process for renewing their drivers’ licences. Starting February 3, […]
Government Announces Volunteer Service Opportunities
Up to 20,000 youth in Canada between the ages of 12 and 30 to benefit from new CSC-funded volunteer service opportunities Young people are building the Canada of today and of tomorrow, and the Government of Canada is creating new opportunities so they can foster their skills. Through the Canada […]
Taxpayer Rebate Cheques Now Being Sent to Ontario Families
$200 payment will be sent to every eligible taxpayer and child in Ontario The Ontario government has begun issuing $200 taxpayer rebates to provincial taxpayers, as well as each of their eligible children, to help address the high cost of the federal carbon tax and high interest rates, with cheques […]
Kingsville Council Brief from January 13, 2025 Meeting
At its January 13, 2025 meeting, Council: Approved the following actions based on the recommendations of the Integrity Commissioner’s report dated January 6, 2025, respecting an investigation of a complaint received regarding the conduct of a Town of Kingsville Committee Member: That Council issues a public reprimand to the Committee […]
Snow Removal 2025 for Town of Kingsville
Get to Know the Plan for Snow Street parking restrictions During winter, our primary goal is to address snow and ice so you can safely get where you need to go, which is only possible when the snow plow’s path is free from vehicles and obstacles. Amendments to Kingsville’s Winter […]
Immigration Should Prioritize STEM Qualifications, Language Skills
To help increase living standards for Canadians, the federal government should reform its immigration system and prioritize immigrants with STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) qualifications and strong English or French language skills, finds a new essay released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. […]
County Council Highlights for Jan. 15, 2025
Homelessness Hub is an Overnight Warming Centre The County of Essex is again providing a warming centre and haven from the cold to those experiencing homelessness this winter, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to council on Wednesday. The Essex County Homelessness Hub in Leamington is currently open from 10 […]
Notice of Passing of Zoning By-Law Amendment
The Council of the Town of Kingsville passed By-law 01-2025 on January 13, 2025 By-law 01-2025 amends the Town of Kingsville Comprehensive Zoning By-law 1-2014, Section 4.2 – Accessory Buildings & Structures, to the following: Section 4.2 (h) Accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed the following heights: in residential […]
Affordable Pass Program Expanded In Leamington
Eligible Leamington residents are now able to take advantage of the Affordable Pass Program (APP) and purchase subsidized bus fares for LTGO On-Demand Transit. The APP subsidizes residents living in low-income households at a discounted rate of 50% before taxes. Residents can apply for or learn more about the APP […]
Leamington Summer Student And Seasonal Positions Now Open
The Municipality of Leamington is accepting online applications for 2025 summer student and seasonal positions. The following positions are available: Student Positions: Civil Engineering Student Day Camp Counsellor Marina Dock Hand Parks and Roads Student Labourer Planning Student PCC Laboratory Assistant / General Labourer Records Management Student Water Services Student […]
Canada’s Competitiveness On Capital Gains Taxes Is Waning
Proposed federal tax hike would make Canada’s top capital gains tax rate among the highest of 37 advanced countries Ottawa’s proposed increase to the effective capital gains tax rate will result in Canada having among the highest—and least competitive—top capital gains tax rates in the industrialized world, finds a new […]
Kingsville Begins Short-Term Rental Licensing Program
Applications for a Short-Term Rental Licence are now available on the Town’s website at www.kingsville.ca/STR. On November 4, 2024, Kingsville Town Council adopted By-law 82-2024, which mandates that all Short-Term Rentals (STRs) in the Town must be licensed to operate or advertise. This new regulation aims to ensure compliance with safety and […]
Leamington Council Considers — January 14, 2025
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Council will: Consider a report regarding Microsoft licensing for SharePoint Implementation. Council will determine whether to approve Microsoft licensing fees that may be funded through the General and Administration Reserve, to support the functionality of SharePoint for improved collaboration, security, […]
January 13 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, January 13, 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 […]
Essex County Council Special and Regular Meeting Notice for January 15, 2025
There will be a Special and Regular Meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, which are scheduled to commence at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, respectively. As permitted pursuant to By-law 2024-26, being a by-law to provide rules governing the order and proceedings of the Council of […]
Planning Items for January 27 Kingsville Town Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its January 27, 2025 Council meeting: B-2024-21 & ZBA-2024-14 – Applications for a surplus farm dwelling. The applicant is proposing to sever the existing house and accessory structure onto a new residential lot. The proposed remaining farmland will be rezoned to prevent […]
Canada Ranks 7th Among World’s Most Powerful Passports In 2025
With historical data spanning over 19 years, the Henley Passport Index is the original ranking of all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. The Index compares the visa-free access of 199 different passports to 227 travel destinations. Singapore reclaims its crown […]
Canada Post Back To Full Service For Domestic Parcels
Canada Post has reinstated on-time service guarantees and returned to full service levels for domestic parcels. We thank Canadians for their patience these past few weeks as we’ve worked to safely restore normal operations while managing significant holiday volumes. While we’ve stabilized our operations and taken care of the parcels […]
Downtown Windsor Set To Roar With Detroit Lions Drone Show
The City of Windsor is gearing up to join in the excitement of the Detroit Lions Playoffs with a breathtaking and awe-inspiring show high above the Windsor waterfront downtown this Friday, January 10, 2025. A Detroit Lions themed drone show, gifted to the City of Windsor by the Detroit Lions, […]
Regular Kingsville Town Council Meeting Dates for 2025
Kingsville Town Council will meet on the following dates in 2025: Monday, January 13, 2025 Monday, January 27, 2025 Monday, February 10, 2025 Monday, February 24, 2025 Monday, March 3, 2025 Monday, March 17, 2025 Monday, April 14, 2025 Monday, April 28, 2025 Monday, May 5, 2025 Monday, May 26, […]
Heritage Advisory Committee Meets January 7, 2025
The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Tuesday, January 7, 2025 6:00 – 8:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any additional accessibility needs, please contact the Recording Secretary at mducharme@kingsville.ca […]
Expect Heavy Equipment at Cedar Beach in January
The Town of Kingsville wants to inform the public that Fisheries and Oceans Canada – Small Craft Harbours (DFO-SCH) plans to demolish the docks and supporting structure at Cedar Beach Small Craft Harbour this January. The docks are in poor condition and have started to deteriorate to the point where the structure […]
Christmas Tree Drop-Off Locations Until End of January, 2025
The Town of Kingsville provides several Christmas Tree drop-off Depots, which will remain open until the end of January. You may drop your live tree off at any of the following locations: Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive (Southeast Parking Lot) Lakeside Park, 314 Queen Street (Herrington Parking Lot) Linden Beach […]
Garbage Pickup Dates This Week
For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Tuesday, nothing changes this week. Pickup will still be on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. if your Garbage Day is normally on Friday, this week pickup will be on Saturday, January 4, 2025. Residents can contact GFL Environmental for service inquiries, issues, bins, […]
2024 — A Year Of Momentum For Gordie Howe International Bridge
2024 was monumental for the Gordie Howe International Bridge project with achievements that were both on public display and behind-the-scenes. In honour of the jersey number our namesake, Gordie Howe, famously wore throughout his hockey career, here are the project’s top nine highlights that defined 2024. 9. Construction on the […]
Planning Items for January 13, 2025 Kingsville Council Meeting
Kingsville Town Council will review the following applications at its January 13, 2025 Council meeting: OPA & ZBA-2024-4: The Town of Kingsville is proposing amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning by-law with respect to building heights within the Main Street Corridor, specifically the Main Street Neighbourhood and the Main […]
Garbage Pickup and Recycling Dates This Week
For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Tuesday, nothing changes this week. Pickup will still be on Tuesday, December 24. For those whose Garbage Day is normally on Friday, this week pickup will be on Saturday, December 28. Recycling will be picked up on Thursday, December 26 this week […]
Canada Post Continues To Ramp Up Operations
Canada Post has processed the parcels held in the postal system during the strike, with all these items now flowing through our network or delivered. We expect a significant portion of these items to be delivered before Christmas. Here’s what Canadians need to know as we make good progress on ramping […]
County of Essex Holiday Hours 2024
County of Essex offices will be closed Christmas Eve day (Tuesday, Dec. 24), Christmas Day (Wednesday, Dec. 25) and Boxing Day (Thursday, Dec. 26), reopening on Friday, Dec. 27. They will close again at noon on Tuesday, Dec. 31, and remain closed through New Year’s Day (Wednesday, Jan. 1), reopening […]
Public Meeting Notice: Official Plan Amendment Affecting Leamington
NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING Official Plan Amendment – File Number OPA-07 810 Mersea Road 4, Municipality of Leamington Take Notice Essex County Council will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 5 p.m., in Council Chambers in the County of Essex Administrative Building, located at […]
Leamington Council Matters — December 10, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, December 10, 2024, Council: Held a Public Meeting under the Planning Act and approved the following: Consent Application B-37-23: To sever 21.042 hectares from the rear of 821 Mersea Road 11 and add it to the neighbouring property, vacant land west of 1280 […]
Fantasy of Lights Concert Happening Saturday, December 21
Grab some hot chocolate and goodies, come make Christmas cards, and listen to live entertainment happening inside Lakeside Park Pavilion on December 21, 2024 at 6:00 pm. All aboard the Kingsville Express Train for a tour through Lakeside Park to see the lights before it departs at the end of […]
First Canadian Woman To Win Olympic Gold In Track Honoured
National historic designations illustrate the defining moments in the story of Canada. Together, they tell the stories of who we are and connect us to our past, enriching our understanding of ourselves, each other, and our country. Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada today commemorated […]
Canada Post Restarts Operations Dec. 17 and Welcomes Back Employees
Canada Post will restart operations tomorrow and begin the process of safely ramping up and stabilizing operations across the country. With a large, integrated network of processing plants, depots and post offices, stabilizing operations will take time and the company asks Canadians for their patience. Canada Post will continue to […]
Town Extends Water Bill Due Date in Response to Canada Post Strike
In light of the recent Canada Post strike, the Town of Kingsville is extending the due date for December water bills to January 31, 2025. This change affects water bills that would normally be sent out within the below map boundary. (Kingsville Route – See Map). Residents can receive a […]
Leamington Issues Holiday Hours For Services
Happy Holidays from all of us at the Municipality of Leamington. Please note the following municipal program and service level adjustments for the 2024 holiday season: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on the following days: Tuesday, December 24, 2024 Wednesday, December 25, 2024 Thursday, December […]
Item for Review at Dec. 17 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its December 17, 2024 meeting: 1500 Heritage Road (County Road 50): Applications for consent & minor variance. The applicant is proposing the creation of 1 new residential lot. The sizes of the proposed new lots are less than the […]
Residents Warned Fake Water Meter Inspections Scam
The Municipality of Leamington is warning residents about a scam involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the Municipality’s Water Services Department to gain access to homes under the pretense of conducting water meter inspections. Residents have reported being contacted by these individuals, who do not represent the Municipality. Please note […]
Leamington Honours Lieutenant Adam Kroeker
On Thursday, December 12, the Municipality of Leamington held a dedication ceremony at the Leamington Fire Hall to honour the late Lieutenant Adam Kroeker of the Leamington Fire Service. A shadowbox commemorating Adam’s legacy was unveiled in the presence of his family, and colleagues. The tribute, which prominently displays Lieutenant […]
Postal Operations To Resume December 17 Following CIRB Ruling
On December 13, the Minister of Labour established a process with the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to assess the likelihood of Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) reaching agreements by the end of 2024. After two days of hearings, the CIRB has issued its ruling […]
Canada Post Reviewing Details Of Minister Of Labour’s Announcement
Canada Post is currently reviewing the details of the Minister of Labour’s announcement this morning to ensure we are prepared to fully participate in the process and comply with the Minister’s directive. While that unfolds, we look forward to welcoming our employees back to work and serving Canadians and customers. […]
CUPW Denounces Government Intervention
Today, the Union has learned that the Minister of Labour is using his powers under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to direct the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to determine whether Canada Post and CUPW can negotiate collective agreements in the near future. The CIRB will hear from […]
Leamington Council Approves 2025 Budget
The Municipality of Leamington Council has approved the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget, emphasizing the Municipality’s commitment to community growth, infrastructure enhancement, and organizational excellence. The budget introduces a municipal tax levy increase, resulting in an additional $120.54 annually ($10.05 per month) for an average urban residential home assessed at […]
Co-Op Students Wrap Up At Gordie Howe International Bridge
Excitement is building as the Gordie Howe International Bridge project draws closer to construction completion and opening day in 2025. This fall, a new cohort of co-op students had the opportunity to be part of history in the making on this once-in-generation infrastructure project. Sixteen co-op students are wrapping up […]
Canada Post Calls CUPW’s Latest Offer Unaffordable, Unsustainable
CUPW’s latest offer would add billions of dollars in unsustainable fixed costs to Canada Post Canada Post has carefully reviewed the latest offers from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and determined that the union’s demands are unaffordable and unsustainable – adding billions of dollars in long-term fixed costs. […]
Kingsville Council Brief from December 9, 2024 Meeting
At its December 9, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA 2024-16 to amend the zoning designation on parts of the subject land, municipally known as 175 Wigle Avenue, legally described as Part of Lots 64, 65 & 69, Part of Bauslaugh Avenue, Part of Lane Registered Plan […]
Canadian Generosity Hits Lowest Point In 20 Years
The number of Canadians donating to charity—as a percentage of all tax filers—is at the lowest point in 20 years, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “The holiday season is a time to reflect on charitable giving, and the data […]
CUPW’s National Strike Enters Its Fourth Week
Union’s demands reinforce the status quo and add significant, unsustainable long-term fixed costs Canada Post has received the latest offers from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and is extremely disappointed that their intent appears to be to widen the gap in negotiations, rather than close it. We are […]