Kingsville’s Fantasy of Lights Festival kicks off Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 5:00 pm with the Santa Claus Parade presented by SK Cornerstone followed by Opening Ceremonies at Lakeside Park. Join us along the parade route to see all the floats. After the parade, at 7:00 pm, we’ll gather at […]
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Ontario Building More Electric Vehicle Chargers In Tecumseh
New electric vehicle chargers will make life easier and more convenient for drivers Ontario is building 6 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the Town of Tecumseh. This marks a major milestone in the province’s plan to increase access to EV chargers outside of large urban centres and support […]
Canada Post Receives Strike Notices From CUPW
Postal service remains committed to serving Canadians in event of rotating strike activity Canada Post has received strike notices from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), for both Urban and RSMC (Rural and Suburban Mail Carriers) bargaining units. The notices indicate that CUPW will be in a legal position […]
Resilience Plan Being Developed for the Pelee Coast
Property owners and residents along Lake Erie’s coast from Amherstburg to Port Alma are invited to help develop climate adaption solutions aimed at enhancing coastal resilience. The Pelee Coastal Resilience Committee is holding workshops about the project on two dates at venues in Wheatley and Kingsville: Monday, November 18, 2024 […]
Alert Issued Over Possible Canada Post Service Disruption
An alert has been issued over a possible Canada Post service disruption due to a potential labour strike. Since December 31, 2023, approximately 55,000 letter carriers, mail service couriers, postal clerks and mail handlers nationwide have been working without a contract. Currently, labour negotiations between Canada Post and Canadian Union […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Nov. 8, 2024
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately five weeks. County Road 37 will be closed between County Road 1 and County Road 34 for a culvert replacement beginning Oct. 15 for approximately five weeks. The intersection […]
Kingsville Council Brief from November 4, 2024 Meeting
At its November 4, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved the Short Term Rental By-law and requested that the By-law and fees be reviewed in one (1) year. Council further approved certain licensing fees to be included in the 2025 Fees and Charges By-law and authorized Administration to submit a schedule of […]
Public Invited to Consultation about County Road 46 in Tecumseh
Notice of Public Consultation Centre No. 2 County of Essex and Town of Tecumseh County Road 46 from Highway 401 to County Road 19 Town of Tecumseh Concession Roads 8 and 9 from County Road 46 northerly to the Town Boundary Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Introduction The County of Essex […]
Veterans Now Have Free Weekday Access To Provincial Parks
The Ontario government is granting Veterans free access on weekdays to all provincial parks. Veterans and active service members can take advantage of this program by presenting their valid Canadian Armed Forces identification card and proof of Ontario residency at the entrance of any provincial park. Free weekday entry also […]
Road Closure for County Road 29 and Road 5 Culvert Replacements Nov. 11
Starting November 11, 2024, the intersection of County Road 29 and Road 5 will be closed from all directions for approximately 6 to 8 weeks (weather dependent). This project is a collaborative effort between the Town and the County of Essex to replace two culverts. No traffic will be permitted […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for November 6, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 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, […]
Municipal Office Closure November 7, 2024
Please be advised that the Municipal Office is closed starting at 8:45 am on Thursday, November 7, 2024, for our Biannual Staff Meeting. The office reopens at 12:15 pm. If you require assistance, please call the office at 519-733-2305, leave a message, and we will return your call as soon […]
Local Group Concerned With STR Bylaw Coming To Council Tonight
In recent months, a dedicated group of 24 citizens representing over 600 residents has come together to address growing concerns surrounding Short-Term Rentals (STRs) in Kingsville. The group has engaged in discussions about the need for an effective bylaw to tackle a range of issues impacting local neighborhoods, including noise […]
The Poppy: Canada’s Symbol Of Remembrance
From the last Friday in October to Remembrance Day, millions of Canadians wear a Poppy as a visual pledge to never forget those who served and sacrificed. The red flower also is the symbol of the Legion’s Poppy Campaign, raising funds to support Veterans and their families in need. We […]
Construction and Road Closures Update – Nov. 1, 2024
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately five weeks. County Road 37 will be closed between County Road 1 and County Road 34 for a culvert replacement beginning Oct. 15 for approximately five weeks. County Road […]
November 4 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, November 4, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the November 4, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]
Kingsville Fire Receives Equipment Grant from Public Safety Foundation
Grant is part of more than $4.1 million given by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada to public safety organizations across Canada Kingsville Fire and Rescue recently received a $23,326 grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada to ensure our first responders have the necessary equipment to keep community […]
Remembrance Day Stamps Salute Farmerettes And Soldiers Of The Soil
Wartime heroes kept plates and stomachs full both at home and on the battlefield Canada Post is proud to announce the release of its annual Remembrance Day stamp issue, honouring the contributions of the farmerettes and Soldiers of the Soil during the First and Second World Wars. The two-stamp set […]
Kingsville Council Brief from October 28, 2024 Meeting
At its October 28, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved a Consent Application B-2024-23 to sever an existing surplus dwelling, subject to certain conditions. Approved final acceptance and assumption of the roadway and infrastructure for the Millbrook Estates Subdivision Stage 2 Phase 2. Approved the Subdivision Agreement for Kings Valley at the […]
Leamington Council Matters – October 22, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, Council: Approved an application to rezone 73, 97, 101, 111, 125, 129 Seacliff Drive to permit mixed-use buildings and existing residential uses. Provisionally approved a Minor Variance for the property located at 125 Talbot Street West, for relief from zoning […]
Planning Item Withdrawn From November 4, 2024 Council Meeting
The applicant has formally withdrawn their proposal for a zoning by-law amendment for the Draft Plan of Subdivision at 175 Wigle. The rezoning application will not be heard at the November 4, 2024 Council meeting. We are now holding Council and Committee meetings at the Unico Hall Community Centre, 37 Beech […]
Government Job Growth Outpaces Private Sector Over Five Years
Job growth in government exceeded the private sector in 8 out of 10 provinces from 2019-23 In eight of 10 provinces the rate of government job growth has been higher than the private sector, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy […]
Ontario Driving Economic Growth In Kingsville
Province investing $22,500 to help boost local economy Late last week, Anthony Leardi, MPP for Essex, announced that the Town of Kingsville will receive up to $22,500 in funding through the latest intake of the Rural Economic Development (RED) program. The RED program supports projects that diversify and grow local […]
Kingsville Announces Great Migration Paint Out Award Winners
Artists from across Canada and United States propped their easels all over town, grabbing their inspiration from Kingsville’s various landscapes and landmarks, as part of the long-standing outdoor (or “en Plein air” in French) painting tradition that happens every fall in Kingsville. The four-day competition had over 100 participants competing for […]
Students Invited To Design Leamington’s Holiday Card In Contest
The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce the 2024 Mayor’s Holiday Card Design Contest, an initiative led by Mayor Hilda MacDonald to engage local elementary school students in the spirit of the holiday season. Working directly with local schools, the Municipality is inviting students in grades 4 and 5 […]
Construction and Road Closures Update as of October 25, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
October 28 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, October 28, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the October 28, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]
Generous Donation Has County Classic Chorale Singing For Joy
Leamington’s own community choir, County Classic Chorale, is “singing for joy” to receive $1000 donation from Intact Insurance Better Communities Program to support their new accompanist Olga Nesterenko. Olga came to Canada in 2022 after the escalation of the Russian war in her home country of Ukraine. Trained in music […]
Leamington Announces Two Free Concerts Featuring Séan McCann
The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is excited to announce two more free back-to-back concerts to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. These special events, featuring acclaimed artist Séan McCann and local talent, promise to deliver memorable performances filled with music and storytelling in honour of this […]
Leamington Presents Free Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy Concerts
The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is excited to announce two free back-to-back concerts to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. The concerts, featuring world-renowned Celtic music phenoms Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy, will take place on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, […]
Kingsville Holds Seventh Annual Pumpkin Parade Friday, November 1
On Friday, November 1, 2024, Kingsville holds its annual Pumpkin Parade at Lakeside Park, 315 Queen Street. Our Communities in Bloom Committee organizes this event to help our Town recycle hundreds of pumpkins each year, donating them farms for compost or animal feed following the parade. “This is a purposeful event,” said […]
Ontario Energy Board Announces Electricity Price Changes On November 1
Ontario Energy Board Announces Changes to Electricity Prices for Households, Small Businesses and Farms On November 1, 2024, new Time-of-Use (TOU), Ultra-Low Overnight (ULO) and Tiered prices for residential and small business customers under the Ontario Energy Board’s (OEB) Regulated Price Plan (RPP) will change, winter Time-of-Use (TOU) hours and […]
Leamington Council Considers – October 22, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application which seeks to rezone 73, 97, 101, 111, 125, 129 Seacliff Drive to permit mixed-use buildings and existing residential uses. An application which seeks to rezone […]
HaveYourSay – Migration Festival Event Feedback
Kingsville’s annual Migration Festival happened this past weekend, October 17 to 20. Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event, or why you decided to skip it. Your feedback will help inform future planning.
Municipality Of Leamington Phone System Update Starts October 21
The Municipality of Leamington will be performing an update to its phone system during the week of October 21, 2024. As a result, there may be intermittent periods when phone lines are temporarily unavailable. During these times, callers may experience difficulties reaching the Municipality by phone. We encourage residents to […]
Construction and Road Closures Update as of Oct. 18, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Repainting Main St. E. Right-hand Turning Lane Lines on Oct. 18 at 7 pm
A contractor will be repainting the lines for the new right-hand turning lane on Main Street East. Work is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM tonight. OPP will be onsite to direct traffic while the work is completed. Motorists should use caution when driving though the work zone. A traffic […]
Robson Road Water Main Replacement Project Starts Monday, October 21
Contractors working on behalf of the Municipality of Leamington will be undertaking a watermain replacement project on Robson Road from Erie Street South to Cherry Lane. The construction is scheduled to begin on Monday, October 21, 2024, weather permitting, and is anticipated to last for approximately two months. During the […]
County Road 42 Reopens Following Roundabout Completion
Traffic in both directions on County Road 42 was reopened to motorists in time for Thursday evening’s commute following the completion of the roundabout at the new, realigned intersection of County Road 42 and County Road 43/Banwell Road in Tecumseh. “We want to thank residents and businesses for their patience […]
County Council Highlights for Oct. 16, 2024
Local Government Week Focuses on Awareness and Opportunities Local Government Week in Ontario (Oct. 20-26) is a time for shining a spotlight on the important role municipalities play and the opportunities they have for young adults, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks to Essex County Council on Wednesday. […]
Oct. 21 Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole Meeting Cancelled
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, October 21, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Town of Kingsville’s Meeting of the Committee of the Whole for October 21, 2024 has been cancelled. Town of Kingsville Website: Kingsville Ontario Phone: (519) 733-2305 Facebook: Town of Kingsville
Leamington Publishes Leaf Collection Information For 2024
Residential leaf collection begins November 4, 2024, and will end November 30, 2024. Leamington residents who live in the urban sector may either: 1. Bag fallen leaves for pick-up on your regular yard waste collection date. (Residents must place their leaves in an acceptable yard waste container – plastic bags […]
Reforming Canada’s Business Taxes To Improve Investment Crisis
Canada has an opportunity to change the way it taxes businesses and in doing so, could vastly improve the country’s attractiveness for investment, improving economic growth and raising living standards for Canadian workers, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. […]
Town of Kingsville Council Brief from October 7, 2024 Meeting
At its October 7, 2024 meeting, Council: Referred the Report from the Heritage Advisory Committee regarding the Assessment of the Main Street Properties to Administration for review and further comment Adopted the Engineer’s Report regarding new access over the Irwin Drain for parcel 620-03300 Adopted the Engineer’s Report regarding new […]
Recycling to Be Collected on Thursday This Week
Recycling will be picked up on Thursday Oct. 17 this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday which fell this Monday. There is no set collection time for recycling. Collection can occur anytime between 6:00 am and 6:00 pm on your scheduled day. Set-out Acceptable Materials only. Some materials such as hardcover and […]
Temporary Four-way Stop at Division Road North and Road 2
Attention drivers: the control device for the traffic signals at Division Road North and Road 2 has been damaged and needs replacement. We have replacement parts on order, but unfortunately, they won’t arrive until later this week. In the meantime, we’ve installed temporary stop signs and closed the left-hand turn […]
Leamington Council Matters – October 8, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Council: Authorized the creation of a new municipal drain branching off the Sturgeon Creek Drain, to be named Brunato Drain; authorized the tendering of the project and directed that a Court of Revision to be scheduled. Approved the severing of […]
Windsor-Essex Conducting Point-in-Time Homeless Enumeration
The City of Windsor is once again conducting the federally mandated 2024 Point in Time (PiT) Count, homelessness enumeration (street count) and survey for our region. During this community event, dozens of trained volunteers will be deployed throughout the city and county to ensure individuals, families and youth experiencing homelessness […]
Town Extends Public Engagement Window for Draft Short-Term Rental By-law
The Town of Kingsville is collecting public feedback on the draft Short Term Rental (STR) By-law. The comments submitted will help inform changes to the Draft By-law before it is presented to Council. Initially, Administration intended to present the Draft By-law to Council for consideration at the October 28, 2024, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Oct. 11, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for Wednesday, Oct. 16
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, 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, […]
Municipality of Leamington’s Thanksgiving Holiday Hours
Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 14, 2024: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Thanksgiving 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 […]
Leamington Marina Parking Lot Upgrades And Temporary Closure
The Municipality of Leamington will soon begin upgrades to the Leamington Marina parking lot, which will include reconfiguration and repaving to enhance accessibility and improve overall facilities. The Leamington Marina will be closed starting October 16, 2024. There will be no access to the Marina parking lot or boat […]
E.L.K. Energy Deploys Crew To Assist With Hurricane Restoration
E.L.K. Energy has deployed two powerline maintainers to Florida to assist Florida Power and Light (FPL) in restoring power to residents impacted by Hurricane Helene, with further preparations also underway for the arrival of Hurricane Milton. Sherry Bondy, Mayor of Essex and E.L.K. Board Chair highlighted the importance of this […]
Release of Request for Proposals for Pathway to Potential (P2P) Program
Release of Request for Proposals (RFP) for Pathway to Potential (P2P) Neighbourhoods Program The City of Windsor and the County of Essex are seeking organizations from across Windsor-Essex to submit proposals to implement a new Pathway to Potential (P2P) program in targeted priority neighbourhoods throughout Windsor-Essex. Pathway to Potential is […]
Help Create a Windsor-Essex Regional Affordable Housing Strategy
The City of Windsor and County of Essex are developing a Regional Affordable Housing Strategy and want to hear from you! Help shape the future of housing in Windsor-Essex. Join us at one of the community feedback events happening near you. These are drop-in events. No registration is necessary. Event […]
MPP Leardi Announces $9.8 M in Funding for Essex Municipalities
Anthony Leardi, MPP for the riding of Essex, is pleased to announce that the Ontario government is investing $9,859,700 across the riding of Essex through the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF). This funding will be given to municipalities to support local infrastructure projects in five municipalities and the County of […]
Town of Kingsville’s ‘Walk the Block’ to Take Place this Fall
Walk the Block receives My Main Street support to draw visitors and increase local vibrancy in Kingsville The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that our Walk the Block was selected for My Main Street Community Activator support for a multi-faceted, collaborative initiative that promotes community connection by encouraging residents and […]
Migration Fest To Receive $25K From St. Clair Alumni
The Jack Miner Migratory Bird Foundation is pleased to announce St. Clair College Alumni Association’s 5-year event sponsorship of Jack Miner’s Migration Festival totalling $25,000. This new funding support will enhance the Sanctuary’s ability to deliver one of Windsor-Essex’s most beloved free family-friendly annual festivals, Migration Festival, which serves as […]
Leamington Council Considers – October 8, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Council will: Consider adopting policy COM-2024-01 – Social Media including Appendices I and II. Consider adopting the 2024-2029 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. Hold a public meeting under the Drainage Act to consider: Brunato Drain, Section 4 New Petition Drain Hold a […]
Construction and Road Closures Update – October 7, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
Canadians Now Earn Less Than Americans
The median employment earnings—wages, salaries and selfemployment income—of workers were lower in every Canadian province than in every state in the United States, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Canadian workers earn less compared to American workers, regardless of […]
Lighting Nuisance Concerns Expected to Rise With Change in Season
The Town of Kingsville is committed to ensuring residents can enjoy their properties. Its Lighting and Odour Nuisance By-Law (By-Law 96-2020) requires every landowner or occupier to prevent light from plant cultivation from causing inconvenience to others by shining onto neighbouring properties or into the night sky. As the days grow shorter, […]
Board Game Café — Drop-in Thursday, October 10
The Town of Kingsville is excited to hold another Board Game Café at the Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Whether you’re a board game enthusiast, looking to discover new games, or just interested in a social evening with like-minded people, […]
Kingsville Fire and Rescue Reminds Residents About Fire Prevention Week
Fire Prevention Week is October 6th – 12th Kingsville Fire and Rescue has teamed up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home. This year’s theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” According to NFPA, smoke alarms reduce the […]
County Council Highlights for Oct. 2, 2024
Deputy Warden Encourages Residents to Visit their Libraries Essex County Library branches are community hubs that provide multiple avenues for discovery and learning to residents, Deputy Warden Joe Bachetti said in his opening remarks to council Wednesday. “As chair of the Essex County Library Board, nothing makes me prouder than […]
October 7 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, October 7, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 ~ This news release has been revised to include an Addendum Agenda ~ The Agenda for the October 7, 2024 Council meeting is available […]
Kingsville Community Grant Fund Now Accepting Applications
Kingsville is accepting applications for its Community Grant Fund, which provides financial assistance to organizations that benefit the general public. The deadline to apply is November 30. Applicants must be a registered charitable organization, registered not-for-profit organization, or volunteer group to qualify. Funding categories include: Social and community services Seniors or […]
Ontario’s Minimum Wage Increase Now in Effect to Support Workers
Increase to $17.20 an hour brings Ontario’s minimum wage to among the highest in Canada David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, issued the following statement on increasing the province’s minimum wage: “Today, the general minimum wage in Ontario increases from $16.55 per hour to $17.20, helping […]
Planning Items for Review at October 7 Kingsville Council Meeting
Council will review the following applications at its October 7, 2024 meeting: 175 Wigle Avenue: An application for a draft plan of subdivision. The owner is proposing a residential subdivision consisting of twenty-eight (28) lots for fifty-six (56) semi-detached dwelling units, two (2) blocks for natural heritage protection, and a pedestrian […]
Leamington Council Matters – September 24, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, Council: Received a progress report regarding the Records and Information Management System implementation. Approved the draft 2025 Fee Schedule for the Municipality of Leamington. Approved new provisions for the Fees and Charges By-law. Authorized an agreement with St. Clair College […]
Kingsville Town Council to Hold Special Closed Meeting Oct. 2
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE Special Closed Meeting of Council Agenda Wednesday, October 2, 2024 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre 103 Park Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 0E7 The Agenda for the October 2, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream […]
Ontario Investing To Attract And Retain International Agri-Food Workers
New funding will help not-for-profits and municipalities provide additional supports for agri-food workers The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1.5 million over four years to create a more welcoming environment for international agri-food workers (IAWs) who work in Ontario’s $51 billion agri-food sector and provide them […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for Oct. 2, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 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, […]
Kingsville Town Council to Hold Special Closed Meeting Sept. 30
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE Special Closed Meeting of Council Agenda Monday, September 30, 2024 6:00 – 9:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the September 30, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of […]
Have Your Say Kingsville – Draft Short Term Rental Bylaw Now Online
The Town of Kingsville has prepared a Draft Short-Term Rental (STR) By-law that would license the short-term rental market in our community. Council will consider this By-law at an upcoming Council meeting in the Fall. Administration held a Public Information Meeting on September 24, 2024 to present the main aspects […]
Town of Kingsville Council Brief from September 23, 2024 Meeting
At its September 23, 2024 meeting, Council: Adopted: The Engineer’s Report prepared by Rood Engineering dated March 20, 2024, for new access for parcel 390-03502 under Section 78 of the Drainage Act. The Engineer’s Report prepared by N.J. Peralta Engineering dated July 19, 2024, on the 7th Concession Drain for […]
Uptown Leamington BIA Annual General Meeting Set For October 17
The Leamington Uptown Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Management represents over 200 businesses in the BIA defined area. The mandate of the BIA is to develop the uptown core through beautification, maintenance, and promotion. Members of the Uptown Leamington Business Improvement Area are invited to attend the upcoming Annual General Meeting on Thursday, […]
HaveYourSay – September 21st Kingsville Block Party Event Feedback
Our Glow Night Kingsville Block Party happened on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, at the intersection of King and Chestnut. Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event, or why you decided to skip it. Your feedback will help inform future planning.
Leamington Council Considers – September 24, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 24, 2024, Council will: Consider a report regarding a request for an exemption to the Pool Standards By-law to reduce the minimum setback between the pool enclosure and the swimming pool from the required 1.22 metres to 0.52 metres. Consider a progress […]
Kingsville Honours National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation commemorates the survivors and victims of residential schools, their families and communities. The first observance of a National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was held on September 30, 2021, following the identification of unmarked burials at former Indian Residential School sites. Recognizing this day was […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update — Sept. 23, 2024
County Road 15 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 18 for bridge rehabilitation work beginning Aug. 13 for approximately 14 weeks. County Road 18 will be closed between County Road 11 and County Road 9 for a culvert replacement beginning Sept. 23 for approximately four weeks. County Road […]
On Sept. 30 Canada Honours National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital […]
Public Information Meeting on Draft ‘Short Term Rental Licensing By-law’
The Town of Kingsville is holding a Public Information Meeting at Grovedale Arts & Culture Centre on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm to present a summary of the main aspects of the Draft Short Term Rental By-law, and obtain public input. Council will discuss and make […]
Closure on County Road 31 Starts Monday
County Road 31 will be closed between County Road 8 and County Road 14 starting Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, for culvert work. The culvert is just south of County Road 8 and no traffic will be able to get through during construction. Local traffic can access County Road 31 from […]
Temporary Closure of Essex Road 18 at Hwy 3 for Widening Project
We have been informed that September 25th to November 5th, Essex Road 18 – both north and south of Highway 3 will be closed to facilitate the reconstruction of the intersection to its final configuration. All work will be completed while maintaining traffic in both directions on Highway 3. During […]
Updated: September 23 Kingsville Council Meeting Agenda Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, September 23, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 Addendum published to add a report regarding the award of a tender for the Cottam Community Centre. The Agenda for the September 23, 2024 […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 18, 2024
Warden Celebrates Good News for Local Hospitals Recent donations and developments at local hospitals illustrate the Windsor-Essex region’s commitment to building a strong, comprehensive and integrated health-care system, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s meeting of Essex County Council. The warden earlier in the week attended […]
Update: County Road 22 Corridor Enhancement Project
The County of Essex in consultation with the Municipality of Lakeshore is modifying the design of the County Road 22 corridor enhancement project in response to feedback received from the public and will hold another Public Consultation Centre to seek input on the changes. Council supported a plan presented by the […]
Ontario Investing Over $9M to Train 2,300 Workers In Windsor
Skills Development Fund investment includes support for 24,000 square foot training centre The Ontario government is investing over $9 million to train approximately 2,300 manufacturing and construction sector workers in Windsor. This includes a $4.7 million investment to build a new training facility for local electrical workers through the new […]
Update to School Property Project on Have Your Say Kingsville
The Town of Kingsville has provided new updates for its “Future of the School Properties” project on its citizen engagement portal, HaveYourSayKingsville.ca, including property appraisal reports for 170 Main Street East and 36 Water Street, a ‘Mayor’s Vision’ Presentation from the September 16, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting, and a […]
Leamington Council Matters – September 10, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Council: Authorized the lifecycle replacement of 37 Motorola Minitor pagers through Kelcom in the amount of $18,343, excluding applicable taxes, and funded the purchase through the Fire Services Reserve. Approved the purchase and installation of replacement radio system hardware through […]
Kingsville Fire and Rescue Encourages Residents to be ‘Saved by the Beep’
Test Your Smoke Alarm Day Takes Place September 28 Across Ontario Kingsville’s Fire & Rescue is calling on all residents to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm – it is your […]
Leamington Seeks Applications For Essex Power Corp. Board of Directors
The Municipality of Leamington is seeking an applicant to fill one (1) Board of Director position on the Essex Power Corporation (EPC) Board of Directors for a four (4) year term commencing January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2028. Essex Power Corporation is a dynamic energy company that provides safe, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – Sept. 13, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is now open and is operating with two way stopping control. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in […]
Notice Of Leamington Road Resurfacing Projects
The Municipality of Leamington is set to begin road resurfacing efforts starting Monday, September 30, 2024. The following areas are scheduled for milling and paving: Clark Street East (from Erie Street North to Victoria Avenue) Camelot Avenue (from Marlborough Street East to Oak Street East) Westmoreland Avenue (from Talbot Street West to Oak […]
Essex County Council Regular Meeting Notice for September 18, 2024
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 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, […]
Town of Kingsville Committee of the Whole September 16 Agenda Online
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Monday, September 16, 2024 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 September 16th from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – Committee of the […]
Leamington Transit Service Now Available On Sundays
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce the expansion of LT-Go Transit service hours to include Sundays. LT-Go Transit will now add transit services on Sundays from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, offering continuous service seven days a week. This service extension is part of Leamington’s commitment to enhancing […]
Cement Spill at Main West and Queen
A cement truck has spilled along Main Street West and up Queen Street. We’re aware of this issue and have contacted the cement company. Staff are providing support to get it cleaned as quickly as possible. Please avoid the area.










































































