City of Windsor Ratifies CUPE Local 543 Collective Agreement
Windsor City Council met today to ratify the terms of a new three-year collective agreement with Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 543. The tentative agreement must now be…
Parking Improvements Coming to Elizabeth Kishkon Park
The City of Windsor Parks Department has begun work on improvements to the parking lot at Elizabeth Kishkon Park, located at 1415 Banwell Road. The work includes the paving of…
Strong Development Growth Means Increase in Truck Traffic
Strong development growth in Windsor brings many positives, but also means an increase in heavy truck traffic on area roadways. To minimize the impact to residents and drivers, the City…
Flair Airlines Extends Direct Flights from Windsor
There is great news for people looking to continue to fly direct to Montreal and Halifax out of Windsor International Airport. Flair Airlines, Canada’s everyday low fare airline, has announced they will…
Advance Voting Numbers are Up
Eight days of advance voting in Windsor have resulted in an uptick in early voting numbers. 10,224 voters have cast ballots so far, a turnout of 6.6%. In 2018, 5,348…
Windsor City Council Seeks Volunteers for Agencies, Boards and Committees (ABCs)
Helping shape the city you love … are you on board? The City of Windsor is recruiting volunteers for positions on many of our agencies, boards and committees (ABCs). Applications…
City Splash Pads Close for the Season
Chilly weather will be settling in soon, and today, October 11, will be your last chance to make a splash in one of the City of Windsor’s splash pads. After…
Lauzon Parkway Lane Restrictions
What? Northbound Lauzon Parkway will have lane restrictions between Forest Glade Drive and the E.C. Row Expressway for manhole repairs. When? 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday, October 13, 2022…
Fire Prevention Week – October 9 to 15, 2022
Windsor Fire and Rescue Services is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA) to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week TM (FPW) from October 9-15, 2022. This year’s theme,…
Recreational Trail Improvements Begin Along Little River Boulevard
The City of Windsor Parks Department will begin work next week on recreational trail improvements along Little River Boulevard from Banwell Road to Clover Avenue, and within Little River Corridor…
City of Windsor Holiday Hours for Thanksgiving
City of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Monday, October 10, 2022, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The next City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 11,…
City of Windsor and Greater Essex County District School Board to Announce Partnership for Recreation and Culture
The Greater Essex County District School Board and the City of Windsor will provide details on a new partnership to deliver recreation and culture services across the community. What:Recreation and…
Overnight Closure of Eastbound E.C. Row Expressway
The City of Windsor is continuing road repairs on the eastbound lanes of the E.C. Row Expressway. The next closure will take place between Lauzon Parkway and Banwell Road from…
Advance Voting Begins Wednesday, October 5
Eight Chances to Vote Early Municipal Election Day in Windsor is Monday, October 24, 2022, but for voters who would like the opportunity to cast their ballot in advance, eight…
City of Windsor Holiday Hours for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
City of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Friday, September 30, 2022, in observance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Visit CityWindsor.ca/covid-19 for an ongoing summary of service adjustments due to COVID-19.…
National Day For Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 has been designated National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action #80. The Calls to Action offer important direction for all levels of government,…
Doors Open Windsor City of Windsor Offerings September 22
City of Windsor Sites Participate in Doors Open Windsoras part of Heritage Activities and Events for 2022 Doors Open Windsor returns this year on Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25.…
City to Honour Latest Recipients of Built Heritage Awards and Heritage Designation
The City of Windsor will honour the latest recipients of the annual Built Heritage Awards and present a Heritage Designation Plaque for a newly dedicated property constructed in 1911. Join us…
City Honours Local Stewardship with Heritage Recognition Awards, and other celebrations in partnership with Doors Open Windsor 2022
The City of Windsor honoured five recipients with the 2022 Built Heritage Awards and introduced a new heritage designation plaque at an outdoor ceremony today. City Council traditionally recognizes excellence…
Lynngrove Crescent, Lynngrove Court and
Melville Drive Road Closures
What? Lynngrove Crescent, Lynngrove Court and Melville Drive will be closed for approximately seven weeks for curb repair as well as milling and paving work. Local traffic only. When? Friday,…
Overnight Closures of E.C. Row Expressway between Banwell Road and Lauzon Parkway
The City of Windsor has approved a pair of upcoming closures on the E.C. Row Expressway, but confined to overnight hours in an effort to inconvenience as few motorists as…
Book of Condolences for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at City Hall September 12 to 16, 2022
The City of Windsor is inviting Windsor residents and visitors to sign a book of condolences to honour Queen Elizabeth II. The book has been set up in the lobby…
Trail Maintenance Prolongs Trail Life in Parks
Starting Monday, September 12, and ending Wednesday, September 14, 2022, crews will be sealing cracks on a number of asphalt trails in parks throughout the city. The process helps to…
Flags Lowered to Half-Mast in Honour of Queen Elizabeth II
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens has asked that flags at City of Windsor facilities be lowered to half-mast in respect and recognition of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was…
Transit Windsor Begins Service to Amherstburg
Starting today, Tuesday, September 6, 2022, Transit Windsor is now providing bus service to Amherstburg as part of a two-year pilot project with the City of Windsor. Windsor Mayor Drew…
$850,000 in Improvements to Courts in Forest Glade Optimist Park
The tennis and pickle ball courts are ready to use in Forest Glade! Windsor City Council invested $850,000 on improvements to the City’s tennis facility in Forest Glade Optimist Park,…
New Home for Provincial Offences Court
Mayor Drew Dilkens was on hand this morning for the official opening of the new location for the Provincial Offences (POA) Courts at 400 City Hall Square East in Windsor. The move was…
Open Streets Windsor 2022 Brings 8 Kilometres
of Wellness, Togetherness and Fun!
Be part of something amazing! Open Streets Windsor returns this September to connect our diverse neighbourhoods and people across the community. The popular outdoor event returns to the route previously enjoyed…
Online Survey for the Lanspeary Park and Outdoor Pool Redevelopment
The City of Windsor is planning improvements to Lanspeary Park, and we want your input! Lanspeary Park is an 11.5-acre green space at the heart of one of Windsor’s most historic…
Lauzon Parkway Lane Restrictions
What? Lauzon Parkway will have lane restrictions over the CP Rail bridge just south of Twin Oaks Drive for bridge repairs and paving. Please slow down and use caution in…
Open Streets Windsor 2022 Preview
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens will be joined by City of Windsor Manager of Culture & Events Michelle Staadegaard, Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island Chief Executive Officer Gordon Orr and special…
Media Opportunities for 80th Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid
The City of Windsor, in partnership with Veterans Affairs Canada, will proudly host the Government of Canada In-Canada signature event commemorating the 80th Anniversary of The Dieppe Raid (August 19, 1942). As part…
City Welcomes New Commissioner of Human and Health Services
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, City Council, and Chief Administrative Officer Onorio Colucci are pleased to announce Mr. Andrew Daher as the new Commissioner of Human and Health Services. Through an…
Grass Cutting on E.C. Row Expressway this Weekend
City of Windsor Parks staff will complete grass cutting operations along the E.C. Row Expressway this weekend. Work is scheduled for Sunday, August 14, 2022. Crews will work from 6:30 a.m. to…
Banwell Road Corridor Improvements – Phase 2
Mayor Dilkens was joined by Ward 7 Councillor Jeewen Gill and City Engineer Paul Mourad to provide an update on Phase 2 of the improvements being made on Banwell Road.…
Banwell Road Corridor Improvements – Phase 2
Mayor Drew Dilkens will be joined by Ward 7 Councillor Jeewen Gill and City of Windsor Engineer Paul Mourad to provide an update on the improvements being made on Banwell…
Green Energy Leadership in the City of Windsor
Over A Dozen City Facilities Shift to Renewable Energy Consumption Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Ward 5 Councillor Ed Sleiman, Moose Power, EG Energy Management Inc., Essex Energy Corporation, and the…
City of Windsor Holiday Hours for the Civic Holiday
City of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Monday, August 1, 2022, in observance of the Civic Holiday. Visit CityWindsor.ca/covid-19 for an ongoing summary of service adjustments due to COVID-19. 311 Customer…
City Cuts Ribbon on State-of-the-Art Greenhouse Complex
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Executive Director of Parks and Facilities James Chacko and Manager of Horticulture Wanda Letourneau cut the ribbon on the City’s new $7.5 million greenhouse complex at…
Banwell Road Lane Restrictions
What? As part of the Banwell Road Improvement, Phase 2, Banwell Road will see alternating lane restrictions between Palmetto Street and Mulberry/Wildwood Drive for sewer, road and roundabout construction. Local…
Free Art Cart Tours Resume at the Windsor Sculpture Park
Hop on board the Windsor Sculpture Park’s Art Cart for a free tour of the beautiful riverfront parks and sculptures. The Art Cart is an electric golf cart that can…
Can-Am Police-Fire Games Opening Ceremonies
A Free Night of Family Fun Entertainment
One night, two bands, fireworks, and much more – all free! Put this date in your calendar Tuesday, July 26, 2022 is when the Can-Am Police-Fire Games kick-off with a family night…
2022 Final Tax Bills in the Mail
The City of Windsor 2022 Final Property Tax Bills have been mailed. If you have not received your tax bill(s) by July 11 or have questions in regard to the…
Summer Boat Rides to Peche Island Return
The City of Windsor is pleased to announce the return of boat tours from Lakeview Park Marina to Peche Island. The tours were paused due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements…
Fire Competitions Set to Thrill at Can-Am Police-Fire Games
The Can-Am Police-Fire Games are only a few weeks away but that hasn’t stopped organizers from adding a first-time games competition that is sure to thrill the athlete and firefighter fan in…
Willistead Manor Summer Tours Free to Celebrate New Coach House Historical Exhibition and Hiram Walker 206th Birthday
The City of Windsor invites you to tour historic Willistead Manor, along with the new Coach House Historical Exhibition on Wednesdays and Sundays in July. Tours will be offered free of…
Can-Am Police-Fire Games Community Cycling Opportunities
Area cycling enthusiasts have an opportunity to take advantage of the courses set up for the upcoming Can-Am Police-Fire Games. Cycling criterium will take place at Ciociaro Club (July 26),…
City Now Accepting Applications for 2022 Round 2 of the Arts, Culture & Heritage Fund (ACHF) Grant Program
Applications are now being accepted for the second funding round of 2022 for the City of Windsor’s Arts, Culture & Heritage Fund (ACHF) grant program. The ACHF program, approved by…
City of Windsor Holiday Hours for Canada Day
City of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 1, 2022, in observance of the Canada Day holiday. Visit CityWindsor.ca/covid-19 for an ongoing summary of service adjustments due to COVID-19. Special…
Aquatic Summer “Adventures” Begin
Summer has arrived and so have opportunities to enjoy the aquatic adventures the City of Windsor has to offer. YouCan the Toucan, Windsor’s resident toucan and water park ambassador, is…
Hot Summer Nights Fun Blast 2022
Some summer nights are so hot, even the wind can’t be bothered to move! It’s a perfect time to head to the park with family and neighbours for a cooling…
Media Opportunities for Hiram Walker 206th Birthday Celebration
As previously reported, the City of Windsor hosts the Hiram Walker 206th Birthday Celebration July 1st and 2nd, 2022, in partnership with the Walkerville Art Walk 2022. Media are invited and encouraged to attend…
New Emergency Shelter Ready to Welcome Women & Families
Women and families experiencing homelessness in Windsor-Essex will soon have a new safe and secure place to go for emergency shelter and support in finding housing. Starting next week, clients…
Public Feedback Wanted on Two New Dog Parks
The City of Windsor is looking to add to the list of dog parks within the city by installing one in Elizabeth Kishkon Park and another at Oakwood Park, and…
Road Safety and Traffic Town Hall Meeting
The City of Windsor will host a road safety and traffic town hall meeting at Willistead Manor on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, beginning at 6:00 p.m. City and health unit…
ENWIN Phone and Door to Door Scam Alert
Customers being warned of phone calls and door to door visits threatening to disconnect service June 24, 2022 Windsor, ON: ENWIN Utilities Ltd. (ENWIN) is alerting customers to potential scam attempts.…
Beat the Heat: Sandpoint Beach Opens and More!
The City of Windsor is pleased to announce that Sandpoint Beach, located at 10300Riverside Drive east, is open for the season. Thanks to the hard work of teams from Recreation and Culture…
Zehrs® Makes Transit Windsor Free for Fireworks Night
Area residents will once again benefit from free use of Transit Windsor buses as well as a free direct shuttle bus option on fireworks night thanks to Zehrs®. After a…
It’s Back! Meet-A-Machine Returns In Person
to the WFCU Centre! The parking lot of the WFCU Centre will be roaring with activity this Saturday, June 11, for the 10th annual in-person Meet-A-Machine event. This free event is designed to promote literacy…
Masks Still Required on Transit Windsor and at Huron Lodge
The City of Windsor wants to ensure residents know that the recently announced change by the Province to lift certain mask restrictions on June 11 does not apply to Transit Windsor riders…