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Food Recalls Health

Update: CFIA Adds Additional Product Information For Recall

  Update: The food recall warning issued on 2026-01-12 has been updated to include additional product information marked by an asterisk (*). This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s food safety investigation. The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination. The Canadian Food […]

Ontario News

More Than 85,000 Ontarians Were Homeless In 2025 – AMO

This week, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) released updated data on homelessness in Ontario. As predicted in AMO’s groundbreaking work in 2025, without meaningful and collective intervention, the crisis continues to grow. Nearly 85,000 Ontarians experienced homelessness in 2025, up eight per cent from 2024. The figure also […]

Ontario News

Ontario Fast-Tracks Western World’s Largest Nickel Project

Canada Nickel Company’s Crawford Nickel Project will create more than 4,000 jobs and supercharge made-in-Ontario supply chain Today, the Ontario government announced it is accelerating Canada Nickel Company’s Crawford Nickel Project (Crawford), the second to move forward under the new ‘One Project, One Process’ (1P1P) framework that was launched in October. […]

Town & County News

Marriage Licence Applications Now Available Through ServiceOntario

The Municipality of Leamington is advising residents that the Marriage Licence Application process has transitioned from the municipal website to the Government of Ontario’s ServiceOntario platform, effective Monday, January 12, 2026. Residents can now complete their marriage licence application online through ServiceOntario at ontario.ca/GettingMarried. As part of the application process, applicants may […]

Movies and Film

NFB Offers More Than 7K Streaming Films Free For Canadians

In January, discover two new offerings: a documentary feature and an animated short. This January, everyone’s invited to keep on streaming Canadian on NFB platforms! We’re celebrating the new year with the free online launch of two award-winning new films: a feature-length documentary and an animated short. These captivating films explore social […]

Canadian News

Connecting Families Initiative Has Distributed Letters To Eligible Canadians

The Connecting Families Initiative (CFI) is a Government of Canada program that offers discounted Internet services to eligible Canadians. Those who qualify can also request a low-cost digital device, while supplies last. This initiative is administered by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), while Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across […]

Ontario News

Ontario Celebrates Arrival Of First Northlander Train

Passenger rail service between Timmins and Toronto will include 16 stops: 16 stops: Toronto (Union Station), Langstaff, Gormley, Washago, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge, Huntsville, South River, North Bay, Temagami, Temiskaming Shores, Englehart, Kirkland Lake (Swastika), Matheson, Timmins and Cohrane. The Ontario government is marking a major milestone in its commitment to bring […]

Town & County News

Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) Holds Annual Public Meeting

The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority has posted the 2024-2025 Annual Public Meeting by means of audio-visual presentation to the WDBA website. Marie Campagna, Chair of the Board of Directors, Charl van Niekerk, Chief Executive Officer and Joël Hupé, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer, reported on WDBA’s operation and activities that are […]

Town & County News

ENWIN Completes Second Feed In Kingsville

ENWIN and E.L.K. Energy celebrated a milestone infrastructure upgrade in Kingsville, where crews successfully commissioned a second hydro feed to the Town to close out 2025. This proactive enhancement follows a similar upgrade now live in Lakeshore, underscoring E.L.K. Energy’s progress across its service areas in Essex, Lakeshore, and Kingsville. […]

Canadian News

Fewer Public Companies Signal Trouble For Canada’s Economy

Number of publicly listed companies in Canada down 32.7% and initial public offerings down 94% since 2010, reflecting country’s economic stagnation Canadian equity markets are flashing red lights reflective of the larger stagnation, lack of productivity growth and lacklustre innovation of the country’s economy, with the number of publicly listed […]

Books

49th Shelf: Good Guys

Good Guys A Novel by (author) Sharon Bala From the bestselling author of The Boat People comes a page-turning moral drama about money, the dark side of philanthropy, and what happens when you try to change the world for all the wrong reasons. “The easiest choices are the ones you make for other […]

Schools

GECDSB Lists Windsor Stadium, Former KDHS And Former KPS For Sale

Windsor Stadium, the former Kingsville District High School and the former Kingsville Public School have been listed for sale on publicboard.ca. Windsor Stadium will be available for viewing on January 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Kingsville District High School will be available for viewing on January 22, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Kingsville Public School will be […]

Ontario News

Ontario Protecting Workers, Unlocking Free Trade Within Canada in 2026

First-in-Canada labour mobility and mutual recognition regulations will break down interprovincial barriers for workers and strengthen Ontario’s economy As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario and strengthen its economic resilience, on January 1, the province is bringing into force historic labour mobility and free-trade regulations that break down […]

Town & County News

Leamington Recycling Collection Continues As Scheduled in January

The Municipality of Leamington advises residents that recycling collection will continue as usual in January, despite recycling dates not appearing in the 2025 Collection Calendar. The January recycling schedule was omitted from the printed calendar because the transition to Circular Materials and single-stream recycling was still being finalized when the 2025 […]

Canadian News

Human Freedom Index 2025 Shows Decline For 90% Of Global Population

Nearly 9-in-10 people around the world have experienced declining freedom in recent years, according to the latest Human Freedom Index, released today by Canada’s Fraser Institute and the U.S.-based Cato Institute. “Governments around the world have recently been restricting freedom of expression, freedom of association and assembly, freedom of movement, […]

Town & County News

Heritage Advisory Committee Meets January 6, 2026

The Corporation of the Town of Kingsville Kingsville Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee Agenda Tuesday, January 6, 2026 6:00 – 8:00 PM Unico Community Centre 37 Beech Street Kingsville, ON N9Y 1A9 For information pertaining to this agenda or to arrange for any additional accessibility needs, please contact the Recording Secretary at mducharme@kingsville.ca […]

Organizations

SECC Provides Settlement, Children and Youth Services

Settlement Services Our Settlement team walked alongside thousands of newcomers adjusting to life in Canada providing 2,111 supports to 632 IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) clients and 3,738 supports to 1,188 NSP (Newcomer Settlement Program) clients. Whether through community navigation or crisis support, each interaction helped families feel welcomed and supported as they built new roots […]

Organizations

South Essex Community Council: Volunteer and Senior Services

Volunteer Services Volunteers were at the heart of SECC again this year, giving their time to deliver 2,766 services that supported children, seniors, newcomers, and families. With 221 dedicated volunteers, SECC was able to expand programming, respond to increased community need, and uplift thousands of residents. If you’re looking for a meaningful way […]

Organizations

South Essex Community Council: Reflecting on a Year of Service

As 2025 draws to a close, we are filled with gratitude for the generosity, resilience, and kindness that define our community. This year, South Essex Community Council continued to walk alongside individuals and families through every season of life – offering support, building connections, and ensuring that everyone has access to […]

Town & County News

Bright Lights Windsor Shines Into The Holidays

Bright Lights Windsor continues to bring exciting programming and a fantastic lineup of vendors throughout the holidays! Open every night until January 7, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., including Christmas Eve (December 24), Christmas Day (December 25), Boxing Day (December 26), New Year’s Eve (December 31) and New Year’s Day (January 1). Come and celebrate the holidays with us, take some beautiful […]

Organizations

SECC Language, Learning and Employment Services

Language & Learning Services SECC’s language and learning programs delivered an incredible 14,522 LINC services to 292 learners this year. Each one represents courage, growth, and a step closer to independence in Canada. In addition, Adult Learning and Skills Development continued to help residents build computer and literacy skills essential for everyday life. Your support […]

Town & County News

Kingsville Fire Department Receives Grant To Improve Firefighter Safety

This week, Anthony Leardi, MPP for Essex, announced that the Town of Kingsville is receiving $36,224.56 through Ontario’s Fire Protection Grant, supporting ongoing efforts to protect firefighters and modernize local fire services. “Our firefighters put themselves in harm’s way to protect our families, our homes, and our communities,” said Anthony […]

Ontario News

Ontario Investing $4 Million to Protect Communities from Oil and Gas Wells

Additional funding for nine municipalities, including the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, will enhance emergency preparedness to help keep residents and businesses safe The Ontario government is investing an additional $4 million to protect communities from the risks of old and inactive oil and gas wells. Nine municipalities across southwestern Ontario will receive […]