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CBC
2 hours ago
- CBC
Man who murdered migrant worker girlfriend in Leamington sentenced
David Enrique Espinoza Montes has been sentenced of the brutal stabbing death of his girlfriend, Shermaine Carling, in a Leamington rooming house in 2022. The judge said he believes the offender is genuine remorseful. But the question of Espinoza Montes' status in Canada remains unanswered. CBC's Dalson Chen reports.
CTV News
9 hours ago
- Business
- CTV News
Ontario Works cheques and payment cards to be distributed in person in August
The City of Windsor will once again implement their contingency plan to ensure Ontario Works clients receive their August income support cheques and reloadable payment cards (RPCs), due to the ongoing potential for a Canada Post work disruption. The city outlined several in-person options for August. Direct Deposit Recipients All recipients who receive payments through direct deposit will continue to do so, as direct deposits will not be affected by a postal disruption. Cheque Recipients Ontario Works clients who receive payment by cheque or Direct Bank Deposit statements with a bus pass and those issued a new reloadable payment card will be able to pick up their August monthly assistance at the locations listed below. Cheque Distribution Centres August monthly assistance cheques will be available for pickup as follows: Windsor Office Recipients: Thursday, July 31, 2025, and Friday, August 1, 2025:9 a.m. to 4 p.m.400 City Hall Square East, Suite 102, Windsor Leamington Office Recipients: Thursday, July 31, 2025, and Friday, August 1, 2025:11 a.m. to 4 p.m.33 Princess Street, Leamington Recipients must bring two pieces of government-issued identification, one of which must have a photo. Individuals cannot pick up cheques or reloadable payment cards (RPCs) on behalf of another individual. Before proceeding to the cheque distribution location, please call 1-800-808-2268 to ensure your cheque has been printed and is ready for pick-up. Status of payment can also be viewed on the MyBenefits app. Cheques Daily cheques will continue to be held for pick-up by clients. For vendors and landlords that support Ontario Works clients, cheques will be mailed.
CBC
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
Caldwell First Nation to offer tours of traditional sites en route to first pow wow on new reserve
Caldwell First Nation will hold its first ever pow wow on its new reserve in Leamington next month — and people will be able to take bus tours en route that will showcase the community's history. The Caldwell First Nation Pow Wow Bus Tour will take 105 riders on a free 90-minute tour along the Windsor-Essex shoreline, during which Caldwell First Nation guides will take them to village sites, trading posts and trails that helped sustain the people for thousands of years. "Our people have touched every square foot of this region and left lasting and sometimes invisible imprints," said Chief Nikki van Oirschot in a news release announcing the tours. "People in our region can take this opportunity to learn about the incredibly rich, sacred and historic First Nation sites." Members of the First Nation began moving to the reserve last summer after securing a $105-million land claim settlement in 2011 and acquiring 80 hectares of land, which were officially designated a reserve in 2020. Holding the first ever pow wow on the new lands "means everything to us," said Coun. Randy DeGraw. "This is so exciting for all of us. … We have fought very hard to get our land back. We have it, and we have people living on the reserve now. So the next step of course is to have this competition pow wow and to celebrate." It's especially important for the community to hold the event for the youth, DeGraw added, because it will inspire them to host their own pow wows as well. DeGraw said a particularly beautiful aspect of the event is the coming together of the First Nation and its neighbours. "What we're hoping to do is plant a little seed with this pow wow, and every year watch it grow a little more and more," he said, "and the unity between First Nations and the surrounding communities coming together." The pow wow is a competitive event that will feature drummers, singers and dancers from other nations who will compete for prizes, DeGraw said. The grand entries take place at noon and 6 p.m on Aug. 9 and noon on Aug. 10. The Caldwell First Nation Pow Wow Bus Tour will depart Windsor at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9 and at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 10. Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island is providing a promotional sponsorship to the project. The collaboration marks the first step in what will hopefully be "a long and meaningful collaboration on Indigenous tourism," said Gordon Orr, CEO of the tourism organization in the news release. "We're honoured to walk alongside a nation so rich in stories, wisdom and heritage, and we're excited to help open more doors for visitors to engage with and learn from their incredible legacy." Riders will board the bus at Destination Ontario – Ontario Travel Information Services at 110 Park St. E. in Windsor.
CTV News
a day ago
- CTV News
All aboard! Windsor launches first Powwow Bus Tour
There's a new way to be educated and embrace Indigenous culture in Windsor-Essex. Caldwell First Nation is joining forces with the Windsor Port Authority and Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island to provide 105 people with free member-led bus tours on Saturday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 10. The tour route will take riders along the Windsor-Essex shoreline to highlight many hidden and ancient Indigenous sites enroute to the Caldwell First Nation Reserve in Leamington. Upon arrival, the riders experience the first ever Competitive Pow Wow on the new reserve. The Powwow is a traditional gathering featuring Grand Entry of the First Nations, drumming, dancing competitions, Indigenous crafts, and tasty food. Powwow Bus Tour riders will board the bus at Destination Ontario – Ontario Travel Information Services, located at 110 Park Street East, Windsor. Purchasing a Powwow ticket via the website is required to reserve a spot on the bus tour. You can do so here. Powwow tickets are $10 per person. Children under eight and seniors over 60 receive free admission but still need to reserve their tickets online. You will be refunded the cost when the bus arrives at the Powwow. Space is limited to 105 riders for the bus tour.
CBC
a day ago
- CBC
Caldwell First Nation to hold first competition pow wow on reserve lands in Leamington
If you've never been to a true pow wow, Caldwell First Nation welcomes you to a special gathering on Aug. 9 and 10. There will even be a free bus tour that will take you from Windsor to the reserve in Leamington. CBC's Dalson Chen reports.
