Windsor's 2026 Budget Priorities Revealed in Survey
A new survey reveals what Windsor residents want prioritized in the 2026 municipal budget, with homelessness and youth services topping the list. Discover the key findings and community concerns.
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Windsor Youth Centre Accepts Old Recycling Bins
The Windsor Youth Centre begins a new program collecting old Herby Curby bins. Residents can drop off outdated containers to support youth initiatives and proper waste diversion.
Lithium-ion battery sparks fire in downtown Toronto
A lithium-ion battery ignited a fire in Toronto's Church and Wellesley neighbourhood. Toronto Fire Services responded to the incident, highlighting growing safety concerns over these common power sources.
Edmonton Kids Create Video Games in Code Ninjas Program
Young students in Edmonton are learning vital coding skills by developing their own video games through the Code Ninjas after-school program, blending education with creativity.
Fire Marshal's Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Warning
John McBeth of Ontario's Fire Marshal Office outlines critical fire risks linked to everyday lithium-ion batteries and offers essential safety tips for Canadian consumers.
Windsor-Essex Holiday Hours: Openings & Closures
A complete guide to what's open and closed in Windsor-Essex over the 2025 holiday season. Plan your errands and celebrations with this essential schedule.
Windsor Charity Delivers 1000th Bed to Child for Christmas
Windsor's Sleep in Heavenly Peace chapter celebrates a major milestone, building and delivering its 1000th bed for a child in need just before Christmas. Read about this heartwarming local achievement.
Windsor Christmas dinner serves 2,000+ meals to those in need
The annual Windsor-Essex Christmas dinner provided over 2,000 hot meals to community members facing hardship. This heartwarming tradition highlights local solidarity during the holiday season.
Windsor Council Approves 10.9% Property Tax Increase
Windsor City Council has passed a significant 10.9% property tax increase for 2025. What does this mean for the future of key municipal assets like the downtown library?
Christmas Hampers Delivered Throughout Windsor
The Windsor community receives Christmas hampers filled with holiday essentials. See how local efforts are spreading cheer this festive season.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Cell phone battery sparks North York apartment fire, 2 hurt
A two-alarm fire in a North York apartment building, ignited by a cell phone battery, sent two people to hospital and displaced residents. The fire chief details the dangers of lithium-ion batteries.
Windsor Charity Set to Deliver 1000th Bed to Child
The Windsor-Essex chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace is reaching a major milestone, building and delivering its 1000th bed for a local child in need. Discover how this charity impacts the community.
Windsor Charity to Deliver 1000th Bed to Child
Sleep in Heavenly Peace Windsor reaches a milestone, building its 1000th bed for a local child sleeping without one. Discover how this volunteer group is changing lives.
Parents launch petition to save Windsor student bus service
Frustrated Windsor parents are petitioning to restore a cancelled Transit Windsor student shuttle program, arguing its end creates barriers to education. Over 350 signatures gathered.
Active Police Investigation on Janette Avenue in Windsor
Windsor Police have reopened the 500 block of Janette Avenue after an active investigation. Details remain limited as authorities continue their work. Stay informed on this developing story.
Canadian Foodies Enlisted to Host Americans, Boost Tourism
Canada taps its culinary stars to host American visitors, fostering cross-border friendships and driving tourism recovery. Discover how food is building bridges.
Active Police Investigation Underway on Byng Road in Windsor
Windsor Police Service is conducting an active investigation on Byng Road. Details are limited as the situation unfolds. Stay informed with the latest updates.
Regina councillor motion to stop EV bus program
A Regina city councillor is pushing to halt the electric bus program during budget talks, labeling it another failed initiative. Get the details on the motion and the debate.
Free Mobile Vet Clinics Launch in Windsor for Low-Income Pet Owners
The Windsor/Essex County Humane Society launches 'Helping Paws,' a free mobile veterinary clinic serving low-income households to prevent deadly parvovirus outbreaks. Read how this initiative brings critical care to doorsteps.
Holiday Spending to Give Canadian Economy $11B Boost
Canadian consumers plan to spend an average of $943 this holiday season, injecting an estimated $11 billion into the national GDP. Get the details on the 'Buy Canadian' trend and economic impact.
UWindsor, Holy Names Launch Fitness Program for Special Needs
University of Windsor and Holy Names High School launch APEX, a new adapted physical exercise program pairing university and high school students with special needs peers to promote health and social change. Discover this Windsor initiative.
Some Essex Residents Still Without New Recycling Carts
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
iOS 26 Battery Drain: Apple's Fix & User Solution
iPhone users report rapid battery drain after the iOS 26 update. Apple calls it normal but a privacy tweak in Location Services might help. Learn the steps here.
Early ski season boosts Ottawa area businesses
An early and abundant snowfall is providing a significant winter boost to ski resorts and businesses in the Ottawa region. Local hills are reporting strong early-season traffic.
70 tickets issued in Windsor-Essex RIDE program
Windsor police issued 70 tickets during a Friday night RIDE program. The initiative aims to keep roads safe by deterring impaired driving. Read the full details of the enforcement results.
Windsor Santa Claus Parade & Holiday Market This Saturday
Downtown Windsor prepares for a festive Saturday night with the Santa Claus parade and Holiday Market. Get details on the event schedule and family activities.
What's On in Windsor: December Holiday Events Guide
Discover Windsor's festive events this weekend, from the Santa Claus Parade and Willistead Manor tours to artisan markets and a holiday pub crawl. Plan your perfect holiday outing.
Halifax pauses e-scooter, e-bike program until spring
The City of Halifax is suspending its shared e-scooter and e-bike program for the winter months. The service will resume in the spring of 2026. Learn the details and reasons behind the seasonal pause.
Windsor police seek suspects in two hit-and-run incidents
Windsor police are asking for public help to find drivers involved in two separate hit-and-run collisions with pedestrians on December 2. Both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
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