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| Time for a new hospital site | Inside Kingston, Dec. 19, 2025 | 19 Dec 2025 | 00:01:43 | |
Inside the City of Kingston | Holiday collections, Bird-Friendly City & more In this episode:
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| Province ends funding for recycling depot | Inside Kingston, Dec. 12, 2025 | 12 Dec 2025 | 00:01:43 | |
Inside the City of Kingston | Recycling Depot Closure, New Awareness Campaign, Council Agenda & More
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| Tell Me More About....the Kingston Transit Service Review | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:21:50 | |
As Kingston continues to grow, its transit system must evolve to meet the changing needs of the community. That's why the City of Kingston is undertaking a Transit Service Review to develop a community-supported transit system that is designed with the future in mind. The City has partnered with Dillon Consulting Limited to create new guidelines for transit service and to conduct a comprehensive review of the City's transit system. Learn from Ian Semple and Victor Copetti what is involved in the service review, why the timing is right for a service review now and how to offer feedback. Get involved: https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/kingston-transit-service-standards | |||
| Canada's best tree climbers compete here | Inside Kingston, Sept. 19, 2025 | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:02:27 | |
What's Happening in Kingston This Week | Child Care, Accessibility Awards, Causeway Closures & More Welcome to Inside Kingston — your weekly source for quick, reliable updates on what's happening in the City of Kingston. In this episode: 🔹 Child Care & Early Years Plan – Take a 5-minute survey to help shape Kingston's next five-year child care plan. 🔹 Celebrating Accessibility Awards – Nominate a resident, business, or organization breaking down barriers in our community. 🔹 Council Meeting Recap – Councillors discussed clear-cutting at the former Davis Tannery lands and new customer service standards. 🔹 Lasalle Causeway Closures – The closure schedule is changing—check updated dates before you travel. 🔹 Wheels on the Runway – Come enjoy the day and give back to United Way at the YGK Airport on Sept. 20. 🔹 Ontario Tree Climbing Championships – Watch expert climbers compete at Lake Ontario Park Sept. 19–20. 📌 Links & Resources: | |||
| Princess Street renewal starts 2026 | Inside Kingston, Sept. 12, 2025 | 12 Sep 2025 | 00:02:39 | |
What's Happening in Kingston This Week | Princess Street Renewal, Climate Champions & More Welcome to Inside Kingston, your weekly update on City projects, council decisions, community programs, and ways residents can get involved. In this episode: 🔹 Princess Street Renewal – Princess Street will get major reconstruction in 2026, including underground upgrades. 🔹 Construction update – The intersection of Johnson and Victoria Streets will close September 15–26 for sewer and road work. 🔹 Climate Champions – The Neighbourhood Climate Action Champions program gives residents funding and resources to lead green projects. 🔹 Council Updates – Council will review a new Customer Service Strategy and a report on the former Davis Tannery lands. 🔹 Intercultural Arts Festival – On September 21, enjoy performances, cultural pavilions, and info on City programs! 🔹 City Podcast – Kingston is pursuing Bird-Friendly Community certification and asking residents to help pick the City bird. 📌 Links & Resources: | |||
| Street upgrades mostly complete | Inside Kingston, Sept. 5, 2025 | 05 Sep 2025 | 00:03:11 | |
What's Happening in Kingston This Week | Construction Updates, Speed Cameras, Council Decisions & More Welcome to Inside Kingston — your weekly source for quick, reliable updates on what's happening in the City of Kingston. In this episode: 🔹 Major Construction Updates – Substantial progress on Montreal Street/John Counter Blvd and Gardiners Road at the 401! 🔹 Automated Speed Enforcement – Automated cameras are rotating between school zones to slow drivers down and keep kids safer. 🔹 Council Meeting Recap – Councillors greenlit planning for Centre 70, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour, and the Memorial Centre, and approved new supportive housing purchases while keeping Kingston's 30% GHG reduction target. 🔹 Green Bin Exchange – Broken green bin? Learn what to do! 🔹 Stay Connected – City Matters and Kingston Fire & Rescue updates are now part of the Community News email list. Subscribe today! 🔹 New Podcast Episode – Learn about Bird-Friendly City certification. 📌 Links & Resources: 👉 Automated speed enforcement info | |||
| Tell Me More About...How to make Kingston Bird-Friendly | 01 Sep 2025 | 00:16:00 | |
When people think of Kingston, they usually name the waterways as their favourite feature. But what if you were a bird and one of the more than 250 bird species in the region? You would probably name the Atlantic Flyway. You see, Kingston is on this this major migratory route and millions of birds travel on the flyway each year on the way to their breeding and wintering areas. With so many feathered friends passing through, the municipality's efforts to earn a Bird-Friendly City certification from Nature Canada is essential. In this month's episode, meet Karen Santucci, director of Public Works and Solid Waste. She is on Kingston's Bird Friendly team and the flying force behind the City of Kingston's bird-friendly certification efforts. We'll learn what goes into certification, why community partnerships are important, and what residents can do to keep our year round and migratory birds healthy and safe. | |||
| Accessible parking violators face higher fines | Inside Kingston, Aug. 29, 2025 | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:03:15 | |
What's Happening in Kingston This Week | Back to School, Parking Fines, UDSI & More Welcome to Inside Kingston — your weekly source for quick, reliable updates on what's happening in the City of Kingston. In this episode: 🔹 Back to School Safety – Keep crosswalks and sidewalks clear, and stop for crossing guards and school buses. 🔹 University District Safety Initiative (UDSI) – This runs through Sept. 7 with extra police and by-law presence, and nightly closures at Gord Downie Pier and Breakwater Park beach. 🔹 Parking Fines Increase – Fines for illegal parking rise Sept. 1. Parking rates stay the same! 🔹 Council Meeting Highlights – Topics include supportive housing, climate targets and visioning for the future. 🔹 Labour Day Burn Ban – A full burn ban is in effect; no open-air fires or fireworks. 🔹 Food Security Projects – Funding is available for local food initiatives and community gardens. 📌 Links & Resources: 📅 Stay informed and engaged with your city — hit Subscribe and tap the notification bell so you never miss an update! | |||
| Car-share pilot helps shrink your carbon footprint! | Inside Kingston, Aug. 22nd, 2025 | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:02:04 | |
Welcome to Inside Kingston — your weekly source for quick, reliable updates on what's happening in the City of Kingston. In this episode: 🔹 Bath Road Closure – Aug 26–30 Bath Road will be fully closed between Centennial Drive and Portsmouth Avenue from Tuesday, August 26 at 6 a.m. to Saturday, August 30 at 6 a.m. Detours will be in place for pedestrians, motorists, and Kingston Transit riders. The closure is required for CN to complete important repairs to the road surface and railway signals. 🔹 Extended Transit Customer Service Hours Have questions about trip planning or a lost item? Kingston Transit now offers expanded customer service hours, including Saturday availability, at 1181 John Counter Blvd and by phone. 🔹 New Car-Share Pilot with Communauto This summer, Kingston launched a car-share pilot in partnership with Communauto, providing residents with convenient, affordable access to vehicles. Ten sites are already live across Kingston, with more coming soon. 🔹 Artillery Park Closure – Sept 2–14 A heads-up for fitness and recreation users: Artillery Park Aquatic Centre will close September 2 to 14 for annual maintenance. That includes the pool, gym, fitness centre, and meeting rooms. Members can access other recreation facilities during this time. 🔹 Climate Action Fund – Apply by Aug 29 If your charity or non-profit is working to make Kingston greener, apply now to the 2026 Kingston Community Climate Action Fund. Funding supports projects like energy retrofits, EV purchases, and other emission-reduction efforts. Applications close August 29. 📌 Links & Resources: 👉 Road Closure Info: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... 👉 Transit Hours: https://www.kingstontransit.ca/ 👉 Communauto Car-Share Details: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... 👉 Artillery Park Closure Info: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... 👉 Climate Action Fund Application: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/climate... | |||
| Tell Me More About....Rural Kingston | 04 Aug 2025 | 00:15:11 | |
This episode of 'Tell Me More' features Tracy Snow, the Manager of Rural Economic and Community Development for Kingston. Tracy shares her journey and details her role, focusing on initiatives to support rural communities, small businesses, and agribusinesses in Kingston's countryside and Pittsburgh districts. She highlights the city's efforts to create stronger connections with rural residents, including projects like the Rural Community Program Fund and collaborations with health services and libraries. Challenges such as transportation and infrastructure are discussed along with ongoing solutions. Tracy also emphasizes the importance of agriculture and the role of partnerships in enhancing rural life. Innovations like the new food framework aim to bridge the gap between urban and rural areas, showcasing Kingston's creative approach to community development. To find out more about these programs or to connect with Tracey, visit our website.
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| Bus + Flight, One Ticket | Inside Kingston Aug. 1st, 2025 | 01 Aug 2025 | 00:02:56 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston, we talk about how the civic holiday affects municipal services, the proposed Davis Tannery development, a new partnership with Air Canada, completed and ongoing roadwork, updates on upcoming LaSalle Causeway closures, and an exciting development on playground inclusivity. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨Civic Holiday service disruptions - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... ✨Davis Tannery development - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... ✨Airport partnership - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... ✨Projects and construction - https://cityofkingston.ca/council-and... ✨ Traffic alerts - https://CityofKingston.ca/News ✨LaSalle Causeway closures - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨Inclusive Playground - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... | |||
| Roadwork ahead: Know before you go | Inside Kingston, July 19, 2025 | 18 Jul 2025 | 00:02:59 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston, we talk about road construction and its impacts on commuters, an upcoming Natural Heritage Study open house, where to find City Council meetings, accessible recreation, and Rockin' the Square! You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨ Projects and construction - https://cityofkingston.ca/council-and... ✨ Traffic alerts - https://CityofKingston.ca/News ✨ Natural heritage study open house - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... ✨ City Council meetings - https://CityofKingston.ca/CouncilMeet... ✨ Aquatic wheelchair - https://CityofKingston.ca/Play ✨ Accessible playground planning - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... ✨ Rockin' the Square - https://CityofKingston.ca/FeatureEvents | |||
| Almost ice time - your move, Mother Nature | Inside Kingston, Dec. 5th, 2025 | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:02:12 | |
Inside the City of Kingston | Winter Parking, Free Downtown Parking, Public Skating update, & More
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| Making a toast to those who give back the most | Inside Kingston, July 11, 2025 | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:02:45 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about the change in recycling management, the site of a new hospital, a recap of city council, the City of Kingston Civic Awards, and The Kingston Buskers Rendezvous. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨Recycling Management - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/garbage... ✨New Hospital - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... ✨City Council meetings - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨Flora MacDonald Confederation Basin - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... ✨Civic Awards - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨Buskers Rendezvous - https://downtownkingston.ca/blogs/upc... | |||
| Tell Me More About...Kingston's innovative decarbonization journey | 07 Jul 2025 | 00:22:54 | |
In this epidsode of Tell Me More, Russell Horne, the manager of Facilities Energy and Asset Management at the City of Kingston discusses the municipaliy's decarbonization journey and the recent national awards they've received for their climate work. The conversation delves into the specifics of facility management, including energy efficiency initiatives, GHG emission tracking, and innovative pilot projects like the liquid desiccant dehumidification system and AI-driven fault detection diagnostics. The episode also highlights the importance of community partnerships and the role of education institutions in driving sustainability. Russell shares insights on the challenges and future plans for achieving net-zero goals, emphasizing the collaborative effort of the Facilities Management and Construction Services team. | |||
| Turtle crossing ahead? | Inside Kingston, July 4th, 2025 | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:02:54 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about the City's Canada Green Building Council awards, groundbreaking clean technology at INVISTA, cool down locations, a preview of city council, a shoutout to local farmer's markets, a reminder about cart-base collection and the return of the neighbourhood tree planting program. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) awards - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... ✨Clean technology at INVISTA - http://cityofkingston.ca/news/posts/k... ✨Cool down locations: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/communi... ✨Farmer's Market - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/activit... ✨Cart-based Collection - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/garbage... ✨City Council meetings - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨Neighbourhood Tree Planting Program - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/climate... | |||
| Celebrate Canada day with the City! | Inside Kingston, June 27, 2025 | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:02:59 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about the City's Canada Day festivities, the launch of the new cart-based collection system, committee and working group applications, the start of City Council meetings' summer schedule, National Indigenous History Month, the LaSalle Causeway lift schedule, and our green bin contest.
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| Kingston ranks in top 7 Intelligent Communities in the world | Inside Kingston, June 20, 2025 | 23 Jun 2025 | 00:02:50 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about ranking in the top 7 Intelligent Communities in the world, developing the Playground accessibility plan, an upcoming open house for the heritage management plan, highlights from the last council meeting, the Princess Street Promenade, and National Indigenous Peoples Day. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨Top 7 Intelligent Communities - https://www.investkingston.ca/kingston-named-one-of-the-worlds-top7-intelligent-communities-2025/ ✨Playground Accessibility Plan - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/playground-accessibility-plan ✨Heritage Management Plan - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/heritage-management-plan ✨City Council meetings - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council-and-city-administration/council/council-meetings/ ✨Indigenous Peoples Day - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/arts-culture-and-events/city-calendar-and-events/feature-events/national-indigenous-peoples-day/ | |||
| The future of shelter services in Kingston | Inside Kingston, June 13, 2025 | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:03:34 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about the updates on shelter services in the city, Robert Bruce Memorial Parking Garage Public Art, a preview of the upcoming council meeting, pride month, a change in the LaSalle Causeway lift schedule, an update on cart-based waste collection and an upcoming Giveaway day. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨Shelter services - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... ✨Public art - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... ✨City Council meetings - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨Pride - https://www.visitkingston.ca/your-gui... ✨LaSalle Causeway Lift - https://www.canada.ca/en/public-servi... ✨Cart-based Waste Collection - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/garbage... ✨Giveaway day - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... | |||
| Why Kingston streets are slowing down | Inside Kingston May 23, 2025 | 23 May 2025 | 00:02:59 | |
In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about the potential Canada Post mail disruptions, traffic calming measures, AccessAbility week and an opportunity to provide feedback on the City's draft Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, highlights from the last City Council meeting, and the upcoming Public Works Day. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨ What to do during a postal disruption: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/posts/know-what-to-do-during-a-postal-disruption-may-2025/ | |||
| Grade Fives: Be Mayor for a Day | Inside Kingston May 16, 2025 | 16 May 2025 | 00:02:51 | |
📹 In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about what's happening with the Adelaide Street Shelter, a survey on driveway and surface repair standards (potholes), Mayor for a Day applications, the upcoming Council agenda featuring a municipal food framework and development charges, the next Lasalle Causeway closure, long weekend impacts and this year's Diversity Dinner. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨ Adelaide Street Shelter - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/38-cowdy-street | |||
| Ontario's Heritage Bridges - Heritage Hour featuring Dr. Joel Konrad | 15 May 2025 | 00:41:58 | |
Bridges are more than just concrete and steel spanning waterways; they are integral elements of cultural heritage, shaping and defining our landscapes and connecting communities. In this re-release of Heritage Hour, the City of Kingston's Manager of Heritage Planning, Dr. Joel Konrad explores the hidden cultural significance of Ontario's heritage bridges, illustrating their roles beyond mere functionality. This Heritage Hour was first presented at Kingston's City Hall in October 2024. During this episode, you'll hear Joel talk about the physical aspects of bridges, which during the talk, were presented on screen. If you're curious and want to see the pictures, please visit our YouTube channel. If you have a topic for Heritage Hour, let us know! Go to Get Involved Kingston to apply today. | |||
| Council gives roundabout the green light | Inside Kingston May 9, 2025 | 09 May 2025 | 00:02:41 | |
📹 In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about the Kingston Climate Summit, the Neighbourhood Tree Planting program, highlights from the last city council meeting, street sweeping and Science Rendezvous Kingston. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨ Kingston Climate Summit - https://site.pheedloop.com/event/EVEQ... ✨ Neighbourhood Tree Planting Program - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/climate... ✨ City Council Meetings - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨ Street Sweeping - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-p... ✨ Science Rendezvous Kingston - https://www.queensu.ca/science-rendez... | |||
| Winter weather? Know the parking rules | Inside Kingston, Nov. 28, 2025 | 28 Nov 2025 | 00:02:23 | |
Inside the City of Kingston | Winter Parking, New Fire Station & More In this episode:
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| Tell Me More About....the Housing Continuum | 06 May 2025 | 00:27:55 | |
Kingston, like cities across the country, is in a housing and affordability crisis that is compounded by insufficient addiction and mental health supports. These realities continue to put strain on the emergency shelter, transitional and supportive housing systems. These systems are part of the housing continuum, a conceptual framework that spans everything from emergency shelters to market housing. And to help us understand how the continuum guides supports and programs in the community, Jayne Hartley, Director of Housing and Social Services joins the podcast in the first of a series of conversations about municipal housing initiatives. To learn more about how the City of Kingston is expanding housing options and working to improve service to people who are unhoused or precariously housed, visit our Strategic Priorities page. To find a list of housing programs, visit CityofKingston.ca/Housing. Home Base Housing's Street Outreach team monitors homeless individuals. If you're homeless, or know someone in need, call 613-542-6672 ext.130 or email streetoutreach@kingstonhomebase.ca. If you or someone you know is in a crisis, please reach out to the Addictions and Mental Health - KFLA 24/7 Crisis Line at 613-544-4229 or 1-866-616-6005. In case of an emergency, call 911. | |||
| $30,000 raised for Hydroponic Greenhouses | Inside Kingston May 2, 2025 | 02 May 2025 | 00:02:44 | |
Check out our links below to learn more about the topics from this week's episode of Inside Kingston! Kingston Transit updates: https://www.kingstontransit.ca/schedules-and-maps/ Emergency preparedness: cityofkingston.ca/emergency-services-and-public-health/preparing-for-an-emergency/ Council meeting: https://www.CityofKingston.ca/Council-Meetings Kingston Community Climate Action Fund: https://www.CityofKingston.ca/climate-change-and-environment/climate-change/kingston-community-climate-action-fund/ Extend-a-Family Kingston: https://www.eafkingston.com Lasalle Causeway lift schedule: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/services/infrastructure-buildings/bridges-docks-dams/lasalle-causeway.html Inclusion toolkit: https://www.possiblemadehere.org/employer-toolkit/ | |||
| Culligan Water Park to become year-round facility 🌊 | Inside Kingston April 25, 2025 | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:02:47 | |
📹 In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about upcoming property taxes, the future of Culligan water park, celebrating national volunteer week, a walking tour of the market square heritage conservation district, and the city nature challenge. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨ Pay your property taxes - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/Propert... ✨ MyTax portal - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/Propert... ✨ Culligan Water Park enclosure - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... ✨ Volunteer with the City - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/careers... ✨ Walking tour - https://events.cityofkingston.ca/default/Month?StartDate=05/01/2025 ✨ City Nature Challenge - https://inaturalist.org/projects/city-nature-challenge-2025-city-of-kingston
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| City of Kingston hops into a long weekend! | Inside Kingston April 18, 2025 | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:02:58 | |
📹 In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about how the Easter long weekend affects City services, a public information session on the Official plan and Integrated Mobility plan, and some highlights from the last council meeting. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨Easter Long Weekend: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/po... ✨Kingston Transit schedule: https://www.kingstontransit.ca/schedu... ✨Official Plan and Integrated Mobility Plan: https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca... https://www.cityofkingston.ca/garbage... ✨City Council: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council... ✨Lasalle Causeway lift: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-servi... ✨Kingston Artists' Showcase: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/arts-cu... Latest Council Meeting: https://pub-cityofkingston.escribemee... | |||
| The illegal fur trade at Fort Frontenac - Heritage Hour ft. Cassandra Giarrusso | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:43:17 | |
We're excited to share something new with our podcast listeners -- Heritage Hour! The quarterly sessions feature speakers from across the community who speak about Kingston's past and living heritage. Over the next few months, we will release our Heritage Hour archives for you to learn more about Kingston's built and cultural heritage. First in this re-release is the firest Heritage Hour of 2025, featuring Cassandra Giarrusso and the illiegal fur trade at Fort Frontance. They will discuss the foundational history of the Fort, the colourful personalities who were part of its history and why it served not only as a strategically important fort but also as the epicentre of an illicit trade in New France. Cassandra is a master's student at University of Toronto. She is also a former museum worker and previous guard at Fort Henry. | |||
| 20,000 Kingstonians provided a Primary Care Doctor since 2020 | Inside Kingston April 4, 2025 | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:02:22 | |
📹 In today's episode of Inside Kingston we talk about new speed limit signs in neighbourhoods on residential roads, the Home Ownership Program, City Council meeting highlights and a reminder that the Household Hazardous Waste Depot opens this week. You can learn more about everything mentioned in this week's episode here: ✨ Neighbourhood Speed Limits - https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/neighbourhood-area-speed-limits ✨ Home Ownership Program - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/community-supports/housing-and-homelessness/affordable-housing-programs/ ✨Council Meetings - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/council-and-city-administration/council/council-meetings/ ✨Primary Care Doctor - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/community-supports/community-supports-and-well-being/family-physician-recruitment/ ✨Hazardous Waste Depot - https://www.cityofkingston.ca/garbage-and-recycling/what-goes-where/ 🏛️ Full Council Meeting on April 1, 2025: https://pub-cityofkingston.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9de7e0a3-908e-4bcf-8594-3cbb938638be&Agenda=Merged&lang=English | |||
| Tell me more about...Potholes | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:25:17 | |
In this episode of Tell Me More, we're going to talk about a topic that has drivers gripping their steering wheels a little tighter and cyclists checking their tire repair kits at this time of year….potholes. While potholes might seem like they appear over night, we'll learn from Adam McDonald and Amy Dimock, two members of the City of Kingston Public Works team, why it seems like there more pot holes in the spring, how climate change and Kingston's beautiful lakeside location create challenges for road maintenance and opportunities for innovation and with the help of AI and residents, potholes are being detected and more importantly repaired faster than ever.
Opening Track: Tell Me Twice by The Meringues – courtesy of The Meringues. TheMeringues.com Podcast production by City of Kingston Communications & Public Engagement. | |||
| Council Catch-up - Feb. 18, 2025 Council Meeting | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:02:27 | |
Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. | |||
| Tell me more about...the Municipal Fee Assistance Program (MFAP) | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:25:17 | |
The Municipal Fee Assistance Program, what's often referred to as MFAP, is an income-based program that provides certain City services for free or at a lower cost: 🚌 Transit passes 💪 Fitness memberships 🦷 Extended health benefits 🎫 PumpHouse Museum and Grand OnSTAGE tickets 🐶 Spay and neuter services 🍅 Fresh food pop-up markets 📃 Marriage licences We are joined by Ruth Noordegraaf, Director of Community Development & Well-being and IIDEA, who tells us more about how MFAP supports low- and moderate-income households to build a more resilient and inclusive community. We discuss the origins of MFAP, how program offerings have expanded over the years and how the range of health, transportation, recreation, household and cultural services support physical and mental well-being for recipients. Visit CityofKingston.ca/MFAP to learn more about the program. In addition to the Municipal Fee Assistance Program, the City offers a variety of other programs and services for low- and moderate-income households. Explore the links below to learn more and see if you qualify. Homelessness Prevention Fund Send us your questions or suggestions for future episodes at Podcasts@CityofKingston.ca.
Opening Track: Tell Me Twice by The Meringues – courtesy of The Meringues. TheMeringues.com Podcast production by City of Kingston Communications & Public Engagement. | |||
| Tell me more about ... the Customer Service Strategy update | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:16:41 | |
Customer service at an organization like the City of Kingston is vital; it's what connects community members with the many municipal services and programs. These frontline staff provide answers to questions and can help solve problems. We invited Emily Caird, Manager of Customer Experience, to tell us more about work that is underway to update our Customer Service Strategy and how you can contribute your thoughts and ideas! Visit GetInvolved.CityofKingston.ca to share your input as we update the Customer Service Strategy starting November 2024. Send us your questions or suggestions for future episodes at Podcasts@CityofKingston.ca. Opening Track: Tell Me Twice by The Meringues – courtesy of The Meringues. TheMeringues.com Podcast production by City of Kingston Communications & Public Engagement. | |||
| Accessible transportation programs continue | Inside Kingston, Nov. 21, 2025 | 21 Nov 2025 | 00:02:40 | |
Inside the City of Kingston | Accessible transportation, Arts Awards & more In this episode:
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| Council Catch-up - Oct. 15 Council Meeting | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:02:36 | |
Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. View the agenda View the addendum | |||
| Council Catch-up - Oct. 1 Council Meeting | 02 Oct 2024 | 00:02:41 | |
Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. View the agenda View the addendum | |||
| Tell me more about...Heritage Planning | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:10:51 | |
Those who work in land-use planning aim to create healthy, livable and sustainable communities using policies around how city spaces are used and developed. Heritage planners support these goals by recognizing the value heritage properties and landscapes add to a community. So, how do we identify, protect and manage heritage assets – and why? Tune in as Joel Konrad, Manager of Heritage Planning, walks us through the essential know-how of heritage planning in Kingston. Subscribe to Heritage Digest for unique heritage stories and important project updates. Delivered twice a year during spring and fall: www.cityofkingston.ca/subscribe Please send us your questions or suggestions for future episodes at Podcasts@CityofKingston.ca. Opening Track: Tell Me Twice by The Meringues – courtesy of The Meringues. TheMeringues.com Podcast production by City of Kingston Communications & Public Engagement. | |||
| Council Catch-up - Sept. 17 Council Meeting | 18 Sep 2024 | 00:02:33 | |
Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. View the agenda View the addendum | |||
| Tell me more about ... Fire safety | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:49:51 | |
Can you remember the last time you tested your smoke alarm or replaced the battery in your carbon monoxide alarm? Testing your smoke or carbon monoxide alarms regularly could save your life. In this episode, Ted Posadowski, Chief Fire Prevention Officer and Richard Vasko, Fire Inspector from Kingston Fire & Rescue (KFR) joined us to talk about all things fire safety. Tune in to learn about Fire Prevention Week in October, the most common causes of fires and how KFR's proactive inspections are helping reduce the number of incidents. Visit our website to review our fire safety tips and to complete your own home fire safety checklist. Send us your questions or suggestions for future episodes at Podcasts@CityofKingston.ca. Opening Track: Tell Me Twice by The Meringues – courtesy of The Meringues. TheMeringues.com Podcast production by City of Kingston Communications & Public Engagement. | |||
| Council Catch-up - Aug. 13 Council Meeting | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:02:59 | |
Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. View the agenda View the addendum View the revised agenda | |||
| Council Catch-up - July 9 Council Meeting | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:02:22 | |
Want to keep up with City Council but can't make it to meetings, whether in person or virtual? Tune into Council Catch-up with Mayor Paterson every Wednesday after a Council meeting! He shares the key takeaways on big topics. Find links to the meeting agenda and reports below so you can dig deeper into what matters to you. | |||
| Tell Me More About ... Physician retention and recruitment | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:29:15 | |
Despite being home to a medical school, many Kingstonians struggle to find primary care physicians. The shortage of family doctors is a critical issue impacting many residents and the City of Kingston is working to alleviate it. In this episode, we speak with Craig Desjardins, Director of Strategy, Innovation, and Partnerships, about the City's efforts to recruit and retain family physicians. He leads us through the Physician Recruitment Incentives Program, initiatives like the Clinic Grant, Health Care Connect Campaign and collaboration with Queen's University. As well as, innovative programs that are making a difference such as community-led initiatives like Well Baby Clinic. It's a big topic and Kingston is taking steps to address this pressing issue, so listen in to find out what's being done and how you can help support these efforts.
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| Tell Me More About ... The newly redesigned CityofKingston.ca | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:14:37 | |
On June 7, the City of Kingston launched a new website. Fully rebuilt from the ground up, the new site puts the services community members need front and centre. In our first-ever bonus episode of Tell Me More, the City of Kingston Podcast, we hear from Scott Tulk who managed the team behind the City's website overhaul. This short bonus episode focuses on the launch of the new site; if you'd like to dig into more background, check out our previous conversation with Scott in 2023 about the project. And if you haven't yet, visit CityofKingston.ca and let us know what you think! | |||
| Tell Me More About ... Supporting Diverse Communities | 31 May 2024 | 00:27:53 | |
The City of Kingston is committed to fostering an inclusive and vibrant community that reflects its diverse population. As the city grows, so does its cultural fabric, making it essential to support and nurture this diversity. In this episode, we speak with Vanessa Mensah, Manager of Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, about the city's initiatives to support diverse communities and why these efforts are crucial for Kingston's future. Learn more about the programs and initiatives that are making a difference, from the Anti-Racism Taskforce, the Intercultural Arts Festival presented by Empire Life to Newcomers Day and the Anti-Hate Toolkit. Discover how the City is actively working to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. For information on the City's anti-hate toolkit visit the City's website. For more information and to stay updated, visit Get Involved Kingston.
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| Speed limits stay despite no photo radar | Inside Kingston, Nov. 14th, 2025 | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:02:00 | |
Inside the City of Kingston | Automated Speed Cameras, CO Alarm Rules & More In this episode:
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| Tell Me More About ... the Official Plan and Integrated Mobility Plan | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:49:56 | |
The City of Kingston will be kicking off a new Official Plan and Integrated Mobility Plan. The city is growing and expected to reach 220,000 people in the next 25 years and these two plans will set the foundation for how the City will plan for future land use and transportation. How we plan today will shape how Kingston is in 2051 In this episode we speak with Laura Flaherty and Matt Kussin, who are leading development of these two plans about what they are and why they matter to everyone. There will be much more to come, to learn more and sign up for updates visit Get Involved Kingston.
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| Tell Me More About ... Transit | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:28:27 | |
Over the last 15 years Kingston Transit has evolved with improvements like the addition of Express Routes or real time tracking but what comes next? Join us for a conversation about what the future hold with Ian Semple, Director of Transportation and Transit, and Christopher Norris, General Manager of Kingston Transit. From improvements to the customer experience making it easier to ride or pay, to routes that adapt to our changing City, future infrastructure improvements and more! Want more info on Kingston Transit's future? Check out this Council education session From February 2024 . For more information and career opportunities with Kingston Transit, visit City of Kingston | Bus Operator.
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| Tell Me More About ... Heritage Programs | 23 Feb 2024 | 00:16:10 | |
It's no secret that Kingston is steeped in history. Just visit any of the 24 museums and historic sites in the community, including two City-owned museums, and you'll get a sense of how deep our respect for and commitment to the preservation of heritage is. But who takes care of all the stories our city tells? In this episode we sit down with Melanie Banks, manager of Heritage Programming, to talk about her team's role in maintaining the City of Kingston's historical artifact collection and public art pieces, as well as the programs and exhibits coming to Kingston in 2024. Get excited about the future of history! Want to learn more? Visit the History page on our website.
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| Tell Me More About ... Advisory Committees | 26 Jan 2024 | 00:27:34 | |
On our first episode of 2024, we meet with Committee Clerks, Iain Sullivan and Christine O'Connor. Their job is to help provide residents with the chance to directly advise City Council and make a difference in our community. Sit back and relax as we tell you more about Advisory Committees. Want to learn even more about The City of Kingston's committees and boards? Visit our Committees & Boards page. Have an idea for our next episode? Email us at Podcasts@CityofKingston.ca
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