City Matters: COVID-19 Bulletin April 9
The Government of Ontario has implemented a province-wide stay-at-home order.What this means
Due to their essential nature, most municipal services will continue to be provided, including waste collection and Bylaw Enforcement.
While indoor recreation facilities are closed, the vaccine clinic at INVISTA Centre remains open.
Kingston Transit will continue to operate on a reduced service level.
Indoor gatherings of individuals not living together are now prohibited. Outdoor gatherings of more than five individuals not living together are still prohibited
Find out about the province-wide stay-at-home order.
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City closes Breakwater Park to safeguard against spread of COVID-19
April 9, 2021
The City of Kingston is closing Breakwater Park to prevent crowding following an announcement by KFL&A Public Health yesterday of an outbreak in the adjacent University District.
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Sewer lining program will extend life of infrastructure – with no digging required!
April 8, 2021
Utilities Kingston is continuing the now annual sewer lining program to rehabilitate aging pipes and improve operating efficiency – using a process that avoids digging up pipes and disrupting neighbourhoods.
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City Hall and 1211 John Counter Blvd. closed to the public under Province’s Stay-At-Home Order
April 7, 2021
From the City of Kingston: Stay home as much as possible, stay safe and shop local.Today, the Ontario Government declared a State of Emergency and issued a four-week stay-at-home order, which comes into effect on 12:01 a.m. April 8. Review the list, below, to see how popular City facilities and services are affected and choose online and phone options to connect with the City to avoid unnecessary trips.
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Breaking: Province Issues New Stay at Home Order
As a follow-up to last week's press conference, and in response to low hospital capacity related to COVID-19, the Ontario government has announced a State of Emergency and four-week stay at home order.
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Kingston City Council gives go ahead for Capitol Condos project
Kingston City Council unanimously passed a motion on Tuesday, Apr. 6, 2021 to endorse the settlement on the proposed Capitol Condos project at 223 Princess Street.
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Learn before you burn: New bylaw requires you read regulations to obtain a free open-air burn permit
April 7, 2021
On April 19, the City of Kingston’s new Open Air Fires Bylaw takes effect. It requires all residents to obtain a permit prior to having an outdoor fire. The Open Air Fires permit is free to residents who read the open air fire regulations to obtain it.
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Kingston Arts Council Launches Resiliency Grants
City of Kingston Arts Council has launched the first round of its new Resiliency grants initiative that will support individual professional artists to continue to work and work safely in their artistic practice. Individual professional artists of any discipline can apply for a grant of $1,000 or $2,000.
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City offers residents trees at a discount to grow Kingston’s tree canopy
April 6, 2021
The City is launching the Neighbourhood Tree Planting Program to encourage you to plant trees on your properties to help grow Kingston’s tree canopy.
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Apply now for City pandemic relief grants
April 6, 2021
The City and its community partners are now accepting applications for $1.5 million in grants through four programs aimed at supporting local businesses, not-for-profits, recreation organizations and artists.
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