Monday, December 21, 2020
Today, the Province of Ontario has announced stricter lockdown conditions across much of Ontario. I know that these developments will be difficult for many, especially at this time of year, and after so many difficult months. With hope on the horizon, related to the rollout of vaccine in our community, we must follow these rules
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Friday, November 20, 2020
Last weekend I called our region’s move to “Yellow-Protect” a wake up call for this community. Today’s announcement that we are advancing to “Orange-Restrict” further underscores the need for Windsor residents to take these messages to heart and follow the advice of public health experts. We are now 35 days until Christmas and if
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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Scars of War This story’s about a Windsor boy, really a man, who just graduated from high school, a man with a plan. This man had energy, a good mind and a brain, No lack of confidence, or, at least none he could feign. He was Captain of the football team, Dating the sweetest girl
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Monday, October 5, 2020
As Mayor, I’d like to warmly congratulate Jeewen Gill on his by-election victory this evening. I first came to City Hall as a Councillor in 2006, and have had the opportunity to work with some dedicated and passionate advocates in that time. Each Ward Councillor does their best to represent their neighbourhood with passion and
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Saturday, September 19, 2020
The Province of Ontario has determined that private gatherings need to be limited to help limit the community spread of COVID-19. These regulations are being implemented today (Saturday, September 19, 2020) and impact gatherings in private homes and yards. We know that the rate of increase has risen in the past week to levels not
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Monday, September 14, 2020
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteers from across the City of Windsor have stepped up in unique ways to support one another. In response to the care and compassion elicited by residents during the pandemic, Mayor Drew Dilkens is launching an online nomination portal, asking residents to help identify worthy local individuals and
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Monday, September 7, 2020
When Covid first arrived here, only one thing was clear. Stay away from all others – “don’t get too near”. Canada’s top doc said don’t cover your face, “It won’t do any good, there’s no scientific evidence in place.” So the people, they listened and heeded that advice. To the point now that many will
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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens explains how residents can download the Government of Canada COVID Alert app, which can notify users if they may have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19.
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