Windsor Community News

Over 40 community planting events will expand the urban tree canopy across seven provinces this year; First of 20 spring plantings kicks off April 19

A Huron County community is coming together to support a local family just days after emergency crews responded to a teenager on fire at a high school - as unanswered questions about the incident remain for many residents. Just after 8 a.m. Tuesday, first responders arrived to a person on fire at F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, Ont. Police said they evacuated the school and extinguished the fire.

An international diving competition brings Olympic-level talent, and a big tourism boost, to downtown Windsor this week. Article content Roughly 90 of the world’s top divers from 14 countries – including 18 members from Team Canada – will compete Thursday through Sunday at the 2026 Canada Cup of Diving, held at the Windsor International Aquatic and Training Centre.

A new event in Windsor-Essex to tackle community loneliness. The Passions, People & Possibilities (PPP) Fair - hosted by Windsor-Essex Family Network - aims to bring those who are feeling lonely and disconnected together. This new event looks to connect individuals among shared interests.

The Ontario government is continuing to support the province’s vibrant Francophone communities with the launch of the 2026–2027 Francophone Community Grants Program (FCGP). Through the FCGP, Ontario is protecting the cultural and economic vitality of the Francophone community by funding initiatives that improve access to French‑language services, strengthen organizational capacity and promote Francophone culture.

This past weekend, the Honourable Senator Dr. Kristopher Wells, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced an investment of almost $600,000 to support the delivery of inclusive, culturally sensitive SRH services and resources to the communities across the country that need them. The announcement took place at the Positive Light Gala in Edmonton, AB, held in support of building a more inclusive and accepting society for all, including people living with HIV.