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 […]
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Canada Post Proposes New Postage Rates For 2025
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 […]
Leamington Celebrations Feature Euchre And Pepper Tournaments
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 […]
Next Kingsville Block Party is Saturday, September 21st
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 […]
Leamington Council Considers – September 10, 2024
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 […]
County Council Highlights for Sept. 4, 2024
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 […]
September 9 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
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 Advances Regional Interests at AMO 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 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, […]
ESG Does Not Reflect The Reality Of How Markets Really Work
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 […]
Outdoor Accessibility Fest-for-All on September 13
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 […]
Essex County Council Meeting Notice for September 4, 2024
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 to Be Collected a Day Later This Week
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 […]
Harrow Fair Pie Auction Shatters Record
$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 […]
Leamington Council Matters – August 27, 2024
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 […]
Municipality of Leamington Announces Labour Day Hours
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 […]
Planning Items for Review at September 9, 2024 Council Meeting
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 […]
Changes to Blue/Red Box Recycling Program Beginning August 28th, 2024
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 […]
Ontario’s Provincial Planning Statement Aims To Speed Up Homebuilding
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 […]
Residents Invited to Complete Affordable Housing Survey
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 […]
CIRB Ends Train Workers Strike, Teamsters Threaten Legal Action
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 […]
Leamington Council Considers – August 27, 2024
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 […]
Main Street at Jasperson Construction Update
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.
Canada’s Rail Service Stops In Its Tracks
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 […]
Leardi Opposes Drug Injection Sites, Advocates For Compassionate Care
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 Reminds Public of Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
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 […]
Caution Required When Comparing Canada’s Debt To Other Countries
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 […]
Applications Open For New Community Sport And Recreation Fund
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 […]
HaveYourSay – August 17th Kingsville Block Party Event Feedback
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 […]
Kingsville Council Brief from August 12, 2024 Meeting
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 […]
County Council Highlights for August 14, 2024
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 […]
Leamington Council Matters – August 13, 2024
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 […]
Leamington Council Considers – August 13, 2024
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 […]
Notice of Public Meeting: Proposed New Official Plan
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, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – August 9, 2024
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 […]
Public Notice of Pesticide Use Starting August 20, 2024
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 […]
August 14, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
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, […]
August 12 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
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 […]
Canada’s Record Of Underperforming International Peers Predates COVID
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 […]
Next Kingsville Block Party Saturday, August 17, 2024
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 […]
Items for Review at August 20 Committee of Adjustment and Appeals
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 a Day Later This Week
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 […]
Revved Up For A Cause: Thousands Roll Into Town For Hogs For Hospice
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 […]
Leamington Extends LT-Go Transit Hours This Weekend
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 […]
Canadians Spend 43% Of Income On Taxes, 35.6% On Necessities
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 […]
Have Your Say Kingsville on the Future of School Properties
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 […]
Ontario Increasing Access to Free Menstrual Products in Schools
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 […]
Essex MPP Takes On New Roles in Ford Government
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, […]
Leamington’s Rick Atkin Park To Undergo Major Renewal Project
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 […]
Notice Of Temporary Road Closures – Hogs For Hospice
The Hogs for Hospice Motorcycle Rally will be taking place in Leamington from Friday, August 2, to Sunday, August 4, 2024. In light of the scheduled events, there will be temporary road closures throughout the weekend. Road Closures: The following roads will be closed from Friday, August 2, through Sunday, […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 26, 2024
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. (Map […]
Leamington Council Matters – July 23, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Council: Supported the Ellison Avenue Plan of Subdivision and forwarded conditions for draft plan approval to the County of Essex and approved a Zoning By-law Amendment to rezone lands located within the subdivision. Authorized a three-year use of space agreement […]
New Stamp Celebrates Acclaimed Filmmaker Norman Jewison
Stamp issue honours the works and contributions of the award-winning director and Canadian Film Centre founder Canada Post is pleased to unveil its latest stamp, which commemorates the life and work of genre-spanning Canadian filmmaker Norman Jewison (1926-2024). The director of such classics as In the Heat of the Night (1967), Fiddler on the […]
We’re Getting Poorer: GDP Per Capita In Canada And The OECD, 2002-2060
Canada had the third-lowest growth in per person GDP among 30 advanced economies between 2014 and 2022 Canada had the third-lowest growth in GDP per person from 2014 to 2022 among 30 advanced economies, finds a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. […]
Leamington Council Considers – July 23, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider a proposed Plan of Subdivision on vacant land located on the east side of Ellison Avenue which would rezone the subdivision to site-specific Residential Zone with relief requested […]
HaveYourSay – July 20th Kingsville Block Party Event Feedback
Our last Kingsville Block Party happened on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the intersection of King and Chestnut. Did you make it out? If so, we want to hear from you! Please take our survey and let us know your thoughts about the event. Your feedback will help inform future planning.
Scott Moore Appointed As New Kingsville Fire Chief
The Town of Kingsville is pleased to announce that Scott Moore will be its next Fire Chief. Moore is a long-time Kingsville resident and has served the Kingsville community for over 18 years in various positions including Volunteer Firefighter, Fire Prevention Officer, and most recently as Assistant Deputy Chief. “Scott […]
Workplace Injury Results In $65K Fine For Leamington Company
A Leamington company has been found guilty of failing to shore the walls of a trench as required under section 34(1) of Regulation 213/91 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) which resulted in a workplace injury. South Essex Fabricating Inc., a fabricator of commercial greenhouse structures and pre-engineered buildings, was […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 18, 2024
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. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) […]
Downtown Vacancy Report 2024
Administration has recently conducted a downtown vacancy study to assess the state of our rural main streets. The first study was conducted during the summer of 2017, the second in the summer of 2022, and the most recent assessment completed during the spring of 2024. The Town of Essex has […]
County Council Highlights for July 17, 2024
Warden Applauds County’s History and Partnerships Essex County has much to celebrate as it marks 232 years this week, Warden Hilda MacDonald said in her opening remarks at Wednesday’s Essex County Council meeting. “Since it was created on July 16, 1792, Essex County has grown by tens of thousands of […]
‘Sunset Singers’ Drumming Circle at Leamington Arts Centre July 20
Sunset Singers is a Drum group which was started by Roxanne White (Wholistic Counsellor from Kettle & Stony Point First Nations) in 2020 to serve her community. The group has since grown to 12 people (11 women and one man). The group welcomes all nations of the medicine wheel; and […]
Notice – Indemnity Deposit Refund
Persons holding an outstanding Building Department Permit issued by the Town of Kingsville prior to January 18, 2017 must notify the Planning and Development Services Department in person, on or before January 18, 2025 if they wish to inquire about a refund of any Indemnity Deposit balance being held. An […]
Committee of Adjustment and Appeals Meets July 16, 2024
The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Committee of Adjustment and Appeals Agenda Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 Accessible formats or communication supports are available upon request. Contact the Clerk at atoole@kingsville.ca or by calling 519-733-2305. Agenda (PDF): Agenda Package – CADJ_Jul16_2024.pdf […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 12, 2024
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. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 remains closed between County Road 13 (Erie Road) […]
July 15 Town of Kingsville Special Council Meeting Agenda Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, July 15, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the July 15, 2024 Special Council meeting is available on our website. For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange […]
July 17, 2024 Essex County Council Meeting Notice
There will be a meeting of Essex County Council on Wednesday, July 17, 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, […]
Bridge Replacement on Road 11 Starting July 17, 2024
The Town of Kingsville is replacing a bridge on Road 11. The work will require Road 11 to close between Albuna Townline (County Road 31) and Graham Side Road. The work begins July 17, 2024 and is expected to last until August 21, 2024. During construction, the road/bridge will be […]
Canada’s Weak Tech Investment Hindering Better Living Standards
Over the past decade, weak business investment in technologies that increase worker productivity is stifling Canada’s economic growth and suppressing improvements in Canadian living standards, finds a new study published today by the Fraser Institute, an independent non-partisan Canadian think-tank. “Weak business investment in technologies like IT and research and […]
Leamington Council Matters – July 9, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Council: Authorized improvements to the Jacob Fox Drain. Approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit an additional dwelling unit to be located in the detached accessory building on the property at 1900 Deer Run Road. Approved […]
Leamington Celebrates 150th With Summer Concert Series
The Municipality of Leamington, in partnership with The Bank Theatre and the Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, is happy to announce the 2024 lineup for the Music Onthe42 Summer Concert Series. This year’s series, in celebration of Leamington’s 150th anniversary, promises to be a memorable celebration of local music and community […]
Kingsville Council Brief – July 8, 2024
At its July 8, 2024 meeting, Council: Adopted Engineer’s Reports for: Improvements to the Moroun Pumping Station. Improvements to the 8th Concession Drain for the MTO’s Highway 3 Widening Project. A culvert extension at the 9th Concession Drain for the MTO’s Highway 3 Widening Project Improvements to the Cottam Sideroad […]
Ontario Expanding Access to Cardiac Care in Windsor
Renovated cardiac lab will connect more people to life-saving care in the southwest The Ontario government is investing up to $31 million to support the renovation and expansion of Windsor Regional Hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab, connecting more people in Southwestern Ontario to life-saving cardiac care, closer to home. “We have waited for many years for […]
Ontario Warns About Product Recall Due to Listeria Contamination
On July 9, 2024 Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, issued the following statement warning Ontarians not to consume certain recalled Silk® and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages as they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes: “On July 8, 2024, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced […]
Next Kingsville Block Party Saturday, July 20, 2024
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its next Kingsville Block Party happens on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Join us at the intersection of King and Chestnut from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This month’s theme is “Christmas in July” and includes fun activities like giant Lego with Creative Club, Fantasy […]
Leamington Council Considers – July 9, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Drainage Act to consider authorizing improvements to the Jacob Fox Drain. Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application for an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to […]
UWSS Environmental Study Report Available To Public June 27 – July 27
Leamington Celebrates 150th With Interactive LEGO Mosaic
The Leamington 150 Anniversary Committee, in partnership with Greater Essex ETFO Local, Greater Essex County Occasional Teachers Local, and UE Enclosures, is thrilled to announce an exciting event to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. Supported by the Municipality of Leamington, this interactive multi-generational LEGO mosaic event will take place at the Essex […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – July 5, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 will open on July 8, operating with two way stopping control due to ongoing construction of the quarry access culvert. County Road 9 will be reduced to one lane between North Side Road and County Road 10 beginning July 5 for approximately six weeks. […]
July 8 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, July 8, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the July 8, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. Join us in person, or view the meeting via Livestream […]
Top 20% Of Canadian Income-Earning Families Pay 54% Of All Taxes
The top 20 per cent of income-earning families pay more than half (54.2 per cent) of total taxes including personal income, sales and property taxes, according to a new study published by the Fraser Institute, an independent non-partisan Canadian think-tank. “Despite the common misperception that top earners don’t pay their […]
Local Woman Is Face of Kingsville’s New Cross-Country Tourism Asset
On Thursday, July 4, 2024, SK Cornerstone unveiled its new truck trailer, revealing the Town of Kingsville’s new tourism asset featuring local business owner and resident Jessica Muzzin as its model. The truck drives routes across Canada and the USA and will showcase Kingsville as a prime destination for visitors […]
Planning Items for Review at the July 8, 2024 Council Meeting
Council will review the following applications at its July 8, 2024 meeting: 154 Heritage Road: An application for a zoning bylaw amendment. The developer wants to modify the approved Draft Plan of Subdivision for Heritage Gardens. The original plan included 50 semi-detached dwellings, but the proposed amendment suggests changing this to […]
Notice of Pesticide Use
Please be advised that the Town of Kingsville will begin using certain pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) to control noxious weeds commencing on July 10, 2024, weather permitting, and ending September 29, 2024. This is required to promote public health and safety. The Town’s noxious weed control program […]
Kingsville to Install Turn Lane on Main at Jasperson Starting July 8
The Town of Kingsville is installing a westbound right-hand turn lane on Main Street at Jasperson Drive to improve traffic capacity in the area. Construction begins the week of July 8, 2024, weather permitting. Recognizing the high traffic volume in this area, we expect traffic inconvenience during the estimated six-week […]
Resurfacing Graham Sideroad Begins July 4th
Kingsville will begin resurfacing Graham Sideroad from Road 3 East to Highway 3 on July 4th. This work is expected to last approximately two weeks, weather permitting. Please note that through traffic will not be permitted during construction. Detour signage will be in place to guide you to alternative routes. We […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 28, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning July 2 for road construction. County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo Road for road repairs. […]
Kingsville Council Brief – June 24, 2024
At its June 24, 2024 meeting, Council: Approved the Financial Statements for the year ending December 31, 2023, along with the 2023 Treasurer’s Statement of Development Charge Reserve Funds, and the 2023 Statement of Investment Activity. Council also approved that the 2023 general budget surplus of $933,193.00, be applied to the […]
Free Grand Opening BBQ and Ribbon Cutting for Lions Park Inclusive Playground
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Lions Park Inclusive Playground on July 6, 2024, at 1:00 pm. Located at 23 Mill Street, this playground provides a welcoming, accessible and inclusive space for children of all abilities to play […]
Leamington Council Matters – June 25, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Council: Approved an application to create a surplus dwelling and merge abutting greenhouse farms; established a permanent easement for access for the greenhouse property; added land to the abutting residential parcel and established a permanent easement for those lands. Approved […]
Leamington Announces Increased Parking Enforcement At Seacliff Park
The Municipality of Leamington has observed a rise in vehicles parking in non-designated areas in and around Seacliff Park. Despite ongoing enforcement efforts, this problem persists, causing disruptions and safety concerns. Effective immediately, the Municipality will be intensifying enforcement actions. Any vehicle found parked in areas not designated as legal […]
Leamington Announces 2024 Mayor’s Recognition Award Winners
The 2024 Mayor’s Recognition Awards winners were announced earlier this week at a Special Leamington Council Meeting. This prestigious annual initiative honours individuals, groups, and organizations that have brought distinction and recognition to Leamington. “The Mayor’s Recognition Awards celebrate the outstanding contributions and achievements of our community members,” said Mayor […]
Ontario Begins Automatic Licence Plate Renewals
Province saving vehicle owners time and money The Ontario government is making life easier and more convenient for more than eight million drivers by becoming the first jurisdiction in North America to introduce automatic licence plate renewals. The change takes effect on July 1, 2024 and will save vehicle owners […]
Leamington Council Considers – June 25, 2024
At the Leamington Council meeting of Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Council will: Hold a Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider: An application to create a surplus dwelling lot and merge abutting greenhouse farms; establish a permanent easement for access for the greenhouse property; add land to the abutting […]
June 24 Kingsville Town Council Meeting Agenda Is Online
TOWN OF KINGSVILLE REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL AGENDA Monday, June 24, 2024 6:00 – 10:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 The Agenda for the June 24, 2024 Council meeting is available on our website. Join us in person, or view the meeting via Livestream at […]
National Indigenous Peoples Day is June 21st
For generations, many Indigenous groups and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on June 21 or around that time of year because of the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year. National Aboriginal Day, now National Indigenous Peoples Day, was announced in 1996 by […]
Essex County Construction and Road Closures Update – June 21, 2024
The intersection of County Road 9 and County Road 10 remains closed for bridge rehabilitation work. Please follow the posted detour. (Map ID#1) County Road 50 will have lane restrictions between County Road 41 and Wright Road beginning June 27 for road construction. (Map ID#2) County Road 22 will have upcoming lane restrictions west of Patillo […]
County Council Highlights for June 19, 2024
Warden Urges Respect and Patience for Road Workers Warden Hilda MacDonald in her opening remarks to Essex County Council on Wednesday urged drivers to show respect and patience for road maintenance and construction workers. “Please slow down, be patient and follow the posted directions when driving around crews doing roadwork,” […]
Temporary Road Closures June 29-30 During Leamington’s 150th
A series of special events are planned for the community to celebrate Leamington’s 150th anniversary. On Saturday, June 29, and Sunday, June 30, 2024, events will occur in the uptown area. The Municipality of Leamington will implement temporary road closures and parking restrictions to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment. Temporary […]
Kingsville Announces Canada Day 2024 Plans
The Town of Kingsville is excited to announce its plans for this year’s Canada Day celebration. Join us in the sports fields of Kingsville Arena, 1741 Jasperson Drive, for fun family activities starting at 4:00 pm and a fireworks finale at 10:00 pm. Featuring: Live entertainment: Canadian Goldrush take the […]
Transportation Master Plan: Notice of Public Information Centre
The Study The County of Essex has initiated a Transportation Master Plan study to identify a long-term transportation vision and strategy to achieve the County’s objectives for safe, efficient movement of people and goods, and to address current needs and anticipated growth in the County to 2053. The Transportation Master […]











































































