City of Kingston Podcasts

Inside the City of Kingston | Construction updates, Culligan Water Park updates, tree sales and more 🔹 2025 construction highlights – A new City video shows major construction and infrastructure projects across Kingston. 🔹 Culligan Water Park enclosure – Work continues to convert Culligan Water Park into a year-round pool. 🔹 Neighbourhood tree sales – Tree sales open March 2, with trees available for $20 each. 🔹 Junior Mayor's Innovation Challenge – Registration is open for the Junior Mayor's Innovation Challenge for local youth. 🔹 Weather-based overnight parking – Weather-based overnight parking returns March 1. 📌 Links & Resources Construction highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sc_9XqtDTJ8 Culligan Water Park: https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca/culligan-water-park-enclosure Tree sales: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/climate-change-and-environment/trees-and-nature/neighbourhood-tree-planting-program/ Jr. MIC: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/news/posts/city-of-kingston-and-bgc-south-east-partner-again-for-second-edition-of-jr-mayor-s-innovation-challenge/ Weather-based parking: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-parking-and-transportation/parking/winter-parking/

Inside the City of Kingston | West end supportive housing, tree bylaw and more Supportive housing – West End residents attended sessions to ask questions and raise concerns about a new supportive housing project, with City staff and Ryandale in attendance. Centre 70 Arena repairs – Restoration work continues after a burst water pipe, with ice time added at other City arenas to accommodate skating programs and tournaments. Council agenda items – The Feb. 17 Council meeting includes motions related to rural program funding, outdoor rinks, the tree bylaw, provincially run recycling reliability, and a request for a Kingston stop on the proposed high-speed rail line. City summer jobs – The City is currently hiring for a range of student positions. Family Day activities – Free activities including public skating, open gyms and badminton are available Monday at community centres across Kingston! Links & Resources Supportive housing Centre 70 Council meeting Summer student jobs Family Day activities

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter updates, budgets & opportunities In this episode: Winter reminders – The blanket overnight parking ban remains in effect through January and February to support snow clearing. Sidewalk plowing – Crews prioritize high-traffic pedestrian areas using the City's sidewalk plows to reach as many neighbourhoods as possible. Waste collection – Remember to place bins and bags on level ground. Downtown parking – A new downtown events parking page shows nearby, affordable parking options and space availability. 2026 City budgets – Special meetings shared budget numbers and project costs. Summer student jobs – The City is hiring students for summer roles! Mayor's Innovation Challenge – Post-secondary students are invited to submit ideas to help improve Kingston. Links & Resources 📌 Winter parking: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-p... Sidewalk plowing: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-p... Waste collection: City of Kingston - Winter Waste Placement (bins) and Automated Cart Collection Winter Dos and D... (automated carts) Downtown parking: https://cityofkingston.ca/eventparking 2026 budget: https://events.cityofkingston.ca/defa... Summer student jobs: https://cityofkingston.ca/careers Mayor's Innovation Challenge: https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca...

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter safety, supportive housing & City budget In this episode: Winter safety – Clear snow from furnace, water heater, and dryer vents, and stay off ice unless it's safe. Supportive housing -- Kingston is advancing supportive housing projects to help residents move out of shelters with continued support. City Council agenda to include discussions on Better Homes Kingston and free transit feasibility. 2026 City budgets – Mayor presents the budgets later in January. 'A History Exposed' opens Jan. 14 through May, uncovering the stories of people enslaved in what would later become Canada. Links & Resources 📌 Winter safety Supportive housing City Council Budget meetings A History Exposed

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter parking ban, rec fees & New Year's events In this episode: Winter parking ban – A blanket overnight ban is in effect from Jan. 1 to the end of February, with no on-street parking from 1 to 7 a.m. Kingston Transit changes – Several regular and express routes adjust frequency starting in January, with more trips during peak periods on some routes. Recreation fees – A 15% surcharge applies to non-residents using high-demand recreation programs and facility rentals, helping ensure fair access for Kingston taxpayers. K-Town Countdown – Free public skating at the INVISTA Centre on New Year's Eve from 5 to 9 p.m., including a sensory-friendly skate with dim lighting and no music. Free New Year's Eve transit – Kingston Transit is free all day, all routes, on Dec. 31. Links & Resources 📌 Winter parking ban Kingston Transit changes Recreation fees K-Town Countdown New Year's Eve Transit

Inside the City of Kingston | Recycling Depot Closure, New Awareness Campaign, Council Agenda & More Recycling Depot – The Kingston Area Recycling Centre depot will close Jan. 1, 2026 due to a lack of sustainable long-term provincial funding. Awareness Campaign – 'See it. Name it. Change it!' launches to encourage the community to recognize and speak out against Intimate Partner Violence. City Council – Dec. 16 agenda includes a new joint City–YMCA fitness and aquatics facility, and a motion to increase publicity about the benefits of measles vaccines. Winter Services Response Plan– The City's Plan outlines supports available to people experiencing Homelessness, including emergency beds, overnight services, and warming centres. Toys for Tickets – Bylaw Enforcement thanks residents who participated in the Toys for Tickets campaign this holiday season. Links and resources 📌 Recycling Depot Closure 'See it. Name it. Change it' Awareness Campaign Council agenda Winter Services Response Plan Toys for Tickets

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter Parking, New Fire Station & More In this episode: Overnight winter parking – Weather-based rules are in effect Dec. 1. Check the City site whenever snow is in the forecast. New Fire and Paramedic Station – Construction begins on Station 11 to support faster emergency response in the west end. City Council – Community bonds on the agenda plus a request for reduced docking fees for a tall ship at Portsmouth Olympic Harbour. Free AMO workshops highlight why diverse voices matter and what it takes to be a candidate. Restaurants and farmers invited to share feedback that will help shape the City's food framework. Celebrating Accessibility Awards honouring residents who strengthen inclusion! Kingston recognized worldwide for strong digital growth and community engagement. Toys for Tickets program wraps up Dec. 3. Links and resources 📌 Winter parking page Station 11 project page Council agenda AMO workshops Food surveys Accessibility Awards registration Intelligent Communities Toys for Tickets

Inside the City of Kingston | Automated Speed Cameras, CO Alarm Rules & More In this episode: Automated Speed Cameras – Kingston's two cameras have been deactivated under new provincial legislation. CO Alarm Requirements – New provincial rules take effect in January. Council Meeting; Nov. 18 – Highlights include public awareness work on property standards bylaws and an update on the red-light camera program. Lasalle Causeway – The final marine navigation closure of the year is Sunday, Nov. 16, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Winterlight: Warm and Cozy – The McLachlan Woodworking Museum hosts a fun winter outing on Nov. 22 with hands-on activities exploring how people and animals stay warm. Links & Resources 📌 ASE CO requirements Council meetings Lasalle Causeway Winterlight

Inside the City of Kingston | Reaction Hub, Local Government Week & More In this episode: Reaction Hub Opens – Kingston's new green chemistry and cleantech centre launches! Bystander Intervention Training – Nov. 5 session teaches safe intervention skills. Students at City Hall – Grade 5 and 6 students explore municipal work during Local Government Week. Council Updates – Child safety zones debated, supportive housing purchases approved. Dawn House Shelter – New 20-bed emergency shelter for women opens. Kingston Transit Hiring – Recruitment event Nov. 5 to hire bus operators. Links & Resources 📌 Reaction Hub Bystander intervention training Local Government Week Council agenda Dawn House Kingston Transit hiring

Inside the City of Kingston | UDSI, Transit Updates & Community Highlights In this episode: UDSI – University District Safety Initiative returns Oct. 17–Nov. 2 with extra police and Bylaw presence to help stay safe. Transit changes – Temporary route adjustments are now in effect to keep travel smooth during construction. Council highlights – At the Oct. 7 meeting, Council recognized Oct. 23 as Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater (W3) Operator Appreciation Day, shared progress on connecting residents with family physicians, and passed a motion urging Via Rail to maintain service through Kingston. Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup – 115 volunteers collected 400 kilograms of litter and 40 tires at Richardson Beach on Sept. 28 Public Works open houses – We're hiring temporary seasonal drivers and labourers: join sessions Oct. 16 (4–7 p.m.) or Oct. 21 (11 a.m.–1 p.m.) at 701 Division Street. 📌 Links & Resources: UDSI info Transit updates Council meeting Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup Public Works open houses

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: 👉 Princess Street Renewal 👉 Climate Action Champions 👉 Council Meeting 👉 Intercultural Arts Festival info 👉 Choose the City Bird

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: 👉 Back to School Safety 👉 UDSI Info 👉 Parking Fines Update 👉 Council Agenda 👉 Burn Ban Details 👉 Food Security Projects 📅 Stay informed and engaged with your city — hit Subscribe and tap the notification bell so you never miss an update!

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.