By Alyssa Horrobin Windsorites wanting to support Special Olympics Ontario took a dive into icy water last weekend. The Ontario Law Enforcement Torch Run partnered with St. Clair College for the school’s second annual Polar Plunge fundraising event. College staff
A local Mothers Against Drunk Driving community organizer has been explaining what people can do to prevent impaired driving. Chaouki Hamka is the community leader for MADD Windsor and Essex County. The mission of MADD is to stop intoxicated driving
By Christian Bouchard Windsorites are among many Canadian citizens to lose out on millions of dollars during Super Bowl 50 as a result of the Senate stalling Bill C-290. The bill, which would allow gamblers across Ontario to bet
The growing student population in Windsor has given rise to the lucrative business of student housing. A city of approximately 36,000 post-secondary students, Windsor has a competitive student housing business. Online classifieds such as Off Campus Student Housing, Kijiji and
In preparation for their 100th season the Toronto Maple Leafs have unveiled a new logo. Maple Leafs fans are used to change. The team is constantly fluctuating with players coming in and out of the organization but for the better
By Mark Brown/Converged Citizen Staff Hundreds of people turned out in both evening dress and costume to raise money for a local charity supporting head injury victims. The gala, called Disney Dreams, was the primary event on the fundraising calendar
By – Abass Wali. As the flood of Syrian refugees continues in Europe, Canada prepares to bring thousands into the country by the end of 2015. The Liberal Party of Canada promised to bring in at least 25,000 refugees
Dinner raises funds for young people in need Windsor’s low unemployment has been a hard hit to many in the area, especially youth living on their own. An event was held by public relations students from St. Clair College
By Mark Brown The terrorist attacks that struck Paris on Nov. 13 sent shock waves throughout the world, including those in Windsor-Essex who speak French or have come in close proximity to where the attacks took place. Like millions throughout
A renowned Windsor artist is showing off some new pieces at his first solo exhibit in 35 years, after his retirement from the political sphere. Mariano Klimowicz, vice chair of the Association of Representational Artists, featured 28 paintings at
Uber has made its entrance into Windsor’s transportation scene. UberX began in Windsor Nov. 12, but has caused a lot of controversy since it opened up for business. Uber is an American international transportation company that started in San Francisco,
Windsor cafe and bar owners are letting local artists showcase their work to promote the local art scene. There are almost 30 different establishments in Windsor that support local art. From restaurants to cafes, bars and actual art galleries most
Children in need of winter coats will be eligible to receive one free of charge from the Coats for Kids Foundation. Coats for Kids is an annual campaign that works to secure gently used coats for children who cannot afford
By Nate Hinckley The Canadian dollar is continuing to drop and Windsorites are becoming worried. Banks and travel businesses are feeling the strain of the dropping value of the Canadian dollar. The dollar fluctuating up and down since 2011
By: Lyndi-Colleen Morgan A Leamington woman would like to see Down syndrome programs and services become more coordinated. Stephanie Segave is a mother of three and her son Brady Novak, 5, has Down syndrome. Segave volunteers her time at Up About
Tattoos are becoming more acceptable in the workplace as more people are using them for personal expression. There is no law in Canada preventing an employer from refusing employment to someone who is tattooed. While there is no protection for
A Wallaceburg church has been feeding members of the community for more than nine years with one meal every month. In March 2006 Jennifer Provost-Kanally, a member of First Baptist Church in Wallaceburg, started Helping Hands Café, a monthly meal outreach
By Julia Poehlman When it comes to crop production, farmers are using soil conservation to help protect the soil. Reduced crop production or erosion can be caused by clearing land for wood or farming. This can affect the quality
By Ashley Ann Mentley Students carrying large amounts of school-related debt are hoping the newly elected Prime Minister follows through on his promises to improve the student loan system. In September 2010, the total amount of student loans owed to
In the midst of religious extremism, ignorance-based xenophobia and confusion about the relationship between religion and politics, several religious and spiritual heads showed mutual respect and understanding at a recent conference in Windsor. At the annual event “Is compassion possible
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