We are celebrating diversity at this year's Intercultural Arts Fest. Workshops, sponsored by Empire Life, including the popular drag make-up tutorial presented by Kingston Pride and workshops in Bachata, Aztec, West African dance! Details - bit.ly/3wvjxP7 #YGK

It was a great day at Kingston Ribfest as a guest judge along with Bryan Paterson, Vincent Cinanni, Acting Police Chief Fraser, and REID.

#YGK Charities/Non-profits: Apply to the Kingston Community Climate Action Fund to fund your climate action project. Review the Applicant Guide today at bit.ly/3zcdwGg

My motion for staff to report back with a plan to reduce the default speed in our neighbourhood from 50km/h to 40km/h passed unanimously. Thank you for all of your support. Safety in our neighbourhoods is a top priority.

The City of Kingston is hiring seasonal drivers and labourers! Come to our Open House at Public Works (701 Division Street) on Nov 1 from 11 a.m - 1 p.m. Bring your resume and driver’s license to interview on the spot. Learn more: bit.ly/46qabUB

The City is collecting used single-use batteries during the week of Nov. 6 to 10. Put your batteries in a clear, sealed plastic bag and place them beside your recycling box for pick-up on your collection day cityofkingston.ca/resident/garba…

Our snowplow needs a name! Visit getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/name-our-plow between now and Nov. 15 to submit your most creative plow names. The community will also vote on the winner! Watch the Get Involved Kingston page above for the short list. There’s SNOW time like the present! ❄️

The Household Hazardous Waste facility at 196 Lappan’s Lane closes on Thursday, Nov. 30. Drop items off Thursdays or Saturdays before then #ygk. Not sure it’s hazardous? Check CityofKingston.ca/WasteLookup

Has your furnace stopped working? We may be able to help! Learn more about the Kingston-Frontenac Renovates Program: bit.ly/3TkrnXL

@Ucore Welcomes Canadian Government Officials to its Kingston Ontario CDF for an Natural Resources Funding Announcement ucore.com/ucore-welcomes… #RareEarths #REEs #CriticalMetals #RapidSX #Ucore #Louisiana #Kingston #Refining #Canada

Proud to be part of the @Ucore funding announcement of $4.2 million dollars in federal funding from Natural Resources Canada. This will help bring and maintain good jobs in Kingston and provide a more sustainable approach to transitioning towards our clean energy goals.

Always stop at a safe distance from a crossing guard. Approaching too close to a crossing guard when they are on the road puts the safety of the crossing guard and students at risk.

Do you need a primary care provider? Register for Health Care Connect to be added to the local waitlist and help reflect our region’s true needs. Visit FLA OHT/ÉSO FLA's website to learn more: flaoht.ca/pages/hcc

The City of Kingston has partnered with FLA OHT/ÉSO FLA to ensure patients in the region without access to primary care can be rostered effectively using Health Care Connect. Learn more about how to register for Health Care Connect here: flaoht.ca/pages/hcc

Help make our streets calmer, quieter and safer. The speed limit is being reduced to 40 km/h in 25 neighbourhoods across Kingston. Directly in front of schools, the speed limit will be further reduced to 30 km/h. Learn more about this change: getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/neighbourhood-…

Council and committees make decisions that impact your life. During Local Government Week, we’ll be highlighting ways you can have a say. Follow along to learn how you can get involved, create real change and ensure your voice is heard on issues that matter to you. #LocalGovWeek

Become Neighbourhood Climate Action Champion and bring your ideas into action! Apply by Dec. 6 and inspire the change at bit.ly/3OjsIul

Feeling the pinch of rising costs? The City of Kingston may be able to help! Check if you're eligible for the Municipal Fee Assistance Program: cityofkingston.ca/.../municipal-… #ygk #CommunityResources

“I fought hard to protect our open space at the Memorial Centre... I am relieved that the proposal for a stadium has been withdrawn for this location,” District Councillor Vincent Cinanni said. “Thank you everyone for speaking out.” #YGK #KFLA Details: ift.tt/gyhKxPf

Tomorrow is Labour Day! Learn how the holiday effects City facilities, programs and services: cityofkingston.ca/news/posts/lab…