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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 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 (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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
At its September 9, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved: A Zoning By-Law application with certain uses for 2014 Road 3 A Consent application for lot creation and easement for storm sewer at 719 Seacliff Drive Directed Administration to apply $10,000 from its 2024 operating budget to fund its 2024 commitment to the […]
Canada Post is proposing to increase regulated postage rates in 2025. For a domestic letter (30 grams or less), the price of a single stamp would increase from $1.15 to $1.44. When purchased in a booklet, coil or pane, the price would increase from 99 cents to $1.24 per stamp. For the […]
The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in partnership with the Leamington & District Half Century Centre and supported by the Municipality of Leamington, is happy to announce two upcoming all-ages card tournaments in celebration of Leamington’s 150th Anniversary. A Euchre Tournament will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, followed by […]
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, September 21, 2024. This is our last Block Party of the summer! Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Glow Night” and will feature […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Council will: Consider authorizing the lifecycle replacement of 37 Motorola Minitor pagers through Kelcom in the amount of $18,343 excluding applicable taxes and fund the purchase through the Fire Services Reserve. Consider the purchase and installation of replacement radio system […]
Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All, Warden Urges Warden Hilda MacDonald, in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting, encouraged everyone to visit the first-ever Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on Sept. 13. The free public event hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee will be held at Colchester […]
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, September 9, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the September 9, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]
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 Ottawa at the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference. The conference, held Aug. 18-21, was attended by more than 3,300 municipal leaders, government officials, […]
The ESG movement—which calls for public companies and investors in public companies to identify and voluntarily implement environmental, social, and governance initiatives—will cause substantial harm to the economy and workers, finds two new essays by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Investor support for ESG is […]
The public is invited to a fun and interactive outdoor experience for those of all abilities hosted by the Essex County Accessibility Advisory Committee. Come to the Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All! Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Colchester Park, County Road 50, Essex, Ontario The festival in the beautiful […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, September 4, 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, […]
Recycling will be picked up on Thursday this week due to the Labour Day holiday which fell this Monday. That means you should put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, September 4th for Thursday morning this week or have it out by 6 a.m. on Thursday. A […]
$117,500 Raised in Support of the John McGivney Children’s Centre The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) is thrilled to announce that this year’s Brad and Joanne Stannard Memorial Pie Auction held August 29th at the Harrow Fair has raised a record-breaking $117,500. These funds will directly support the Centre’s mission […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 27, 2024, Council: Deferred an application to redesignate 806 and 810 Mersea Road 4 from Highway 77 Commercial Corridor to Agricultural, and to rezone 806 Mersea Road 4 to an Agricultural General Zone and 810 Mersea Road 4 to an Agricultural General […]
Please note the following municipal service level adjustments on Labour Day, Monday, September 2, 2024: Leamington Municipal Building The Leamington Municipal Building will be closed on Labour 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 […]
Council will review the following applications at its September 9, 2024 meeting: 2014 Road 3 East: An application for a Zoning By-Law Amendment. The applicant wants to change the zoning designation to support a future site plan approval to let the existing micro-brewery operate as an agriculture-related use and add additional accessory […]
The Blue/Red Box Recycling Program is transitioning to a Producer model. The Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) is looking to remind its residents to continue to show their same commitment to recycling and participate. Residents should follow these program tips to continue to receive collection: Set-out recycling by 6 am […]
The Ontario government has released a new set of land-use planning rules that will provide municipalities with the tools and flexibility they need to hit their housing targets in a way that is responsive to local challenges and reflective of local priorities. Building on the government’s Cutting Red Tape to […]
The County of Essex and City of Windsor are developing a Regional Affordable Housing Strategy in consultation with local municipalities and are inviting residents to provide input through a survey. SHS Consulting has been hired to assist and, as a first step, is conducting a survey of Essex County and […]
Late last week, the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) ruled to allow federal Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon to end the strike in Canada’s rail sector and impose binding arbitration. The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) Union has stated it will lawfully comply with the return to work order but it […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 27, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application regarding an Official Plan Amendment to redesignate 806 and 810 Mersea Road 4 from Highway 77 Commercial Corridor to Agricultural. The Application also seeks to rezone […]
Construction on Main Street at Jasperson is nearing completion. Asphalt installation is expected to start the week of August 26th. Once complete, line painting and minor restoration will follow. For more details about the project, visit our HaveYourSayKingsville project page: Westbound Right Hand Turn Lane Main and Jasperson.
Employees of Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) are waking up to find themselves out of work as negotiations between their union and Canada’s two largest rail companies have failed. Under normal circumstances, these two rail services would be negotiating their labour contracts in different years […]
MPP Anthony Leardi has taken a public position on drug injection sites. “I am 100% opposed to locating any drug injection sites in Essex County,” says Anthony Leardi, who is also the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health. “We don’t need more drug injection sites, we need less. I […]
Kingsville Fire & Rescue would like to remind you that it’s important to take proper precautions when using devices powered by lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smart phones, laptops, e-bikes, smoke alarms, and toys. But if misused or damaged, they can catch fire […]
Canada’s debt ranking falls from best in G7 to 7th worst of 32 advanced countries when total debt is measured Canada’s relative debt position is much worse than the federal government suggests when a larger group of advanced countries are included and total debt—not just net debt—is measured, finds a […]
The Ontario government is now accepting applications for the new Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF). Announced as part of the 2024 Budget: Building a Better Ontario, the province is investing $200 million through the fund to help communities revitalize existing community sport and recreation infrastructure and build new facilities. Premier Ford announced […]
Our Country Night Kingsville Block Party happened on Saturday, August 17, 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. Our final Block Party of the […]
At its August 12, 2024 meeting, Council: Adopted Engineer’s Reports for: Improvements to the Upper Portion of the 4th Concession Road Drain for the MTO Widening Project Improvements to the Upper Portion of the No. 5 Drain for the MTO Widening Project Approved final acceptance and assumption of the roadway […]
Warden Applauds Summer Events in Essex County With so many events to attend and enjoy, summer is a great time to be in Essex County, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s council meeting. “This past weekend, we celebrated our agricultural history at the Essex County Steam […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, Council: Deferred consideration on an application to create a surplus dwelling lot located at 2219 County Road 14 and rezone the severed lot and the retained parcel to the August 27, 2024, meeting of Council. Approved an application to allow […]
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application to create a surplus dwelling lot located at 2219 County Road 14 and rezone the severed lot from Agricultural Hobby Farm to Agricultural Residential Zone. The […]
Purpose Essex County Council will hold a statutory public meeting, pursuant to Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended, for the purposes of discussing the proposed new Official Plan. The public meeting will be held as follows: Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 6 p.m. County of Essex Council Chambers, […]
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 is open and 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 5 for approximately six weeks. Please obey temporary traffic signals and exercise caution in the area. County Road […]
The Town of Kingsville intends to control Phragmites along all rural roads in the Municipality. Commencing August 20, 2024, weather permitting to September 29, 2024. We are controlling Phragmites under the Public Works exemption to the Cosmetic Pesticide Ban for the promotion of public health or safety and to remove […]
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, August 14, 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 REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, August 12, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the August 12, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. View the meeting via Livestream at the time of the […]
Over the last business cycle (2007 to 2019), and long before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Canada was already underperforming other advanced countries on important investment, employment and productivity measures that are key to higher living standards, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public […]
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Country Night” and includes fun activities like mechanical bull rides for $10, and live […]
The Committee of Adjustment and Appeals will review the following application at its August 20, 2024 meeting: 79 Victoria Avenue: The applicant is proposing the construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit. As a result, the applicant is requesting to increase the maximum lot coverage of accessory buildings from 12% to 16%. A-2024-7 […]
Recycling is a day later this week for Kingsville because of Civic Holiday. That means you need to put your red and blue boxes out on Wednesday night, August 7th for Thursday morning this week. The next recycling day two weeks from now will be back to the regular schedule […]
Saturday, August 3 saw thousands of bikes cruise into Kingsville as part of this year’s Hogs for Hospice. Dubbed the ‘2024 Tour the Tip’ event, participants in Canada’s southernmost motorcycle rally made their way to Main Street around noon for a lively block party. Riders and pedestrians mingled in the […]
The Municipality of Leamington is pleased to announce that it will extend its LT-Go Transit operating hours this weekend to accommodate concert-goers attending the Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally concert events on Friday, August 2, and Saturday, August 3, 2024. To ensure safe and efficient transportation, LT-Go Transit will operate […]
The average Canadian family spent 43.0 per cent of its income on taxes in 2023—more than housing, food and clothing costs combined, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Taxes remain the largest household expense for families in Canada,” said Jake […]
The Town of Kingsville has added a new project on its HaveYourSayKingsville.ca citizen engagement portal to discuss the future of the three closed school properties. If and when the school board lists these properties for sale, Kingsville Town Council will have to make an important decision: Should the municipality “buy” or “not […]
Province expands supports for students and breaks down barriers The Ontario government is breaking the stigma around period poverty by making sure schools across Ontario can offer free menstrual products to their students. On July 29, 2024 Todd Smith, Minister of Education, announced a new three-year agreement with Shoppers Drug […]
Anthony Leardi Chosen as New Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health and Deputy Government House Leader Premier Doug Ford has appointed Anthony Leardi, MPP – Essex, as the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health. “We’ve made incredible progress for healthcare in our region,” says Leardi. “Two new MRIs, […]
The Municipality of Leamington is excited to announce a major renewal project for Rick Atkin Park, a cherished community space located along Robson Road adjacent to the Leamington Marina and the waterfront promenade. This project aims to enhance the park’s accessibility, functionality, and overall visitor experience with various upgrades. This […]