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CTV News
3 days ago
- Sport
- CTV News
‘Fragadelphia': St. Clair College students help run premiere Esports tournament
A high-level Esports tournament played out in Windsor with the help of students at St. Clair College. The school hosted Fragadelphia 19, a tournament focused on 5v5 first-person shooter Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS-GO), at the Nexus Arena on St. Clair's main campus. Play featured 35 teams vying for cash from the $35,000 USD prize pool, which featured a grand prize of $18,000. 072025 - Esports Windsor St. Clair College hosted a high-level Esports tournament over the weekend. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) The tournament marks U.S.-based Fragadelphia's first event held in Canada as the prominence of Esports continues to rise globally. 'It started really small, right, hotel ballrooms, people playing at home online, and now we're seeing venues like this spring up around the United States and Canada that are essentially how collegiate sports is going to enter e-sports,' explained Stephen Csikos, founder of Fragadelphia. Since Thursday, the four-day production has been livestreamed with the help of students on campus, hoping to break into the industry. Opportunity Of the 40 staff needed to run the event, about half are students, mostly from St. Clair, according to event organizers. Roles include administration, stage management, production, directing and broadcasting. Evan Johnson, a commentator for the event, is entering his second year in the Esports Administration and Entrepreneurship program at St. Clair. Throughout his first year, Johnson said they helped organize a series of large events and show their talents. 'This is definitely the biggest thing we've ever done, so it is really nice to see at St. Clair,' Johnson told CTV News. On the mic, Johnson said preparation was lengthy to ensure he was equipped with accurate information to never leave a moment of silence. 072025 - Esports Windsor St. Clair College hosted a high-level Esports tournament over the weekend. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) 'So doing research on the teams, on the players, making sure that the storylines are accurate, you know, trying to set up the drama, like this is why you should care about these players, like this is why this player is special,' Johnson explained. It's Johnson's hope that opportunities provided at St. Clair, such as hosting Fragadelphia 19, will help set him up for a career in Esports. Self-defined as a 'semi-professional' event, Csikos said they embrace an environment where staff can make mistakes and learn without facing repercussions. 'We want to make sure we're as close as we can to being a professional event, but I would love for kids to make mistakes,' Csikos remarked. 'I just want the students to have a really good time doing something.' Through the exposure, students receive experience in a high-level setting, which can be used when looking for job opportunities. Why Windsor? For Csikos, Windsor presents itself as a 'sister city,' where it provides an affordable market with a large city in Detroit nearby. 'We are right next to a large metro airport, and Windsor has the appeal that we need, where it's like the players can come here and have affordable housing, especially on the college campus in the summer.' Part of the venture, Csikos noted, is choosing a market where attendees who lose can still find stuff to do, whether it be attending a restaurant or visiting a casino. Presented as an 'entry-level' tournament, organizers focus on an environment that allows anyone to participate without barriers. 'We want to make sure that places we go aren't cost-prohibitive to them and are affordable. From an infrastructure standpoint, the college's existing setup for Esports meant organizers could travel with less gear. 072025 - Esports Windsor St. Clair College hosted a high-level Esports tournament over the weekend. (Robert Lothian/CTV News Windsor) While Windsor marked Fragadelphia's first venture into Canadian-hosted events, Csikos expects it won't be their last in the city. 'If it goes really well, we want to lock in because we're not full-time and we want to put our efforts into the more of the sales cycle, or the business side, or we were trying to get sponsors,' he explained.
CTV News
6 days ago
- CTV News
Man facing hijacking and terrorism charges in B.C. has apparent ties to Windsor
Suspect arrested after 'hijacked' small plane causes delays at Vancouver airport CTV News has learned the man now facing hijacking and terrorism charges in B.C. appears to have ties to Windsor-Essex. Public social media accounts identify Shaheer Cassim as a former St. Clair College student, who later worked as a personal support worker in this region. The college confirmed to CTV News that a student with the same name graduated in 2023. Cassim is now charged after a small plane was taken from Victoria and flown straight to Vancouver international airport, circling at low altitude for nearly half an hour. The plane landed safely, but video shows police closing in as the pilot walked backwards with hands in the air. Norad confirms F-15 fighters were scrambled in response though they never intercepted, as the plane touched down first. Cassim, who has a history of climate activism and once claimed to be a commercial airline pilot, is now facing hijacking and terrorism offences. RCMP have not disclosed a motive, but air traffic recordings refer to a possible protest and indicate the pilot 'expected to be arrested.' ~With files from The Canadian Press.
CTV News
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Windsor-Essex Weekend: from pedal-powered patios to 90s dance parties, July 11-13
Pedal and Pour 12 Seat Pedal Bike Tours in Windsor. (Source: Pedal and Pour) Windsor-Essex is going to be alive with activity this weekend as summer is in full swing. Here's a list of what's happening from July 11-12, 2025, according to Tourism-Windsor-Essex Pelee Island. Do you have an event to add? Email us at ctvwindsorweb@ The Explorer's Secret: An Immersive Escape Room Friday July 11 The explorer has been searching for a magical artifact for their entire life and they finally found it! Concerts by Candlelight – Windsor Friday July 11 Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Windsor. Amherstburg Open Air Weekends! Friday July 11 to Sunday July 13 Check out Open Air Weekends in Amherstburg Amherstburg Night Market Friday July 115:00 pm to 9:00 pm Join us every Friday this summer for the Amherstburg Night Market - part of Open Air Weekends in downtown Amherstburg Live Music Friday with Two Of A Kind Friday July 11 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Listen to some live entertainment by Two of a Kind while enjoying your pints! St Clair College Centre For The Arts Presents: Terrace Dinner Friday July 11 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Four course themed dinner with the menu revolving around the themed country or region of the week! Friday Night Lights Bike Ride Friday July 11 6:30 pm Enjoy the sight of colourfully lit cyclists roll through the streets, bells clacking, as they partake in a pub crawl on two wheels! Bagpipes in the Burg Friday July 117:00 pm to 8:00 pm Bagpipes in the Burg returns to Open Air Weekends this summer. Behind the Curtain: Untold Stories from Canada's Team Broadway Friday July 11 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm Don't miss Behind the Curtain: Untold Stories from Canada's Team Broadway STAND UP COMEDY TOUR at Meteor Friday July 11 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Don't miss this hilarious show! The Explorer's Secret: An Immersive Escape Room Saturday July 12 The explorer has been searching for a magical artifact for their entire life and they finally found it! Downtown Windsor Farmer's Market Saturday July 12 9:00 am to 2:00 pm At the Downtown Windsor Farmers' Market you'll find farm fresh fruit, vegetables, produce and unique artisan food products from the best our area has to offer. Basket Weaving Class Saturday July 12 9:30 am to 4:00 pm This is a great class for beginner and intermediate weavers and teaches a variety of techniques! Participants will make a popular Market Basket! Purple Martin Festival Saturday July 12 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Our festival is a celebration of this beloved North American swallow, which is unique in its tolerance of, dependence upon, and desire to be close to humans. Windsor FanCon Saturday July 12 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm Get ready, Windsor! Pop culture fans, cosplayers, gamers, and families are invited to join the excitement at Windsor FanCon, an all-ages, FREE celebration of Ffandom and creativity, happening at the LaSalle Event Centre on July 12th. Windsor Pedal & Pour Saturday July 12 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Join us for sunshine, sips, and serious fun as we pedal through Walkerville on a 2-hour group bike bar tour! Pops & Pals at JJ's Bar and Lounge Saturday July 12 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Join Pops (Roger Zuraw) and his Pals for a fun afternoon of music on Laskeshore Blvd. Mill St. Market – Jingle in July Saturday July 12 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm The Mill St. Market is specially curated to serve delectable street food and drinks while you shop for handcrafted arts and and crafts lining the modern, reinvented, Mill Street in Leamington. Blaze of Story Essex County Tour 2025 Saturday July 12 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm A regional storytelling series celebrates heritage, memory, and local voices across five Ontario communities. Rumble on the Roof Saturday July 12 7:00 pm Join us for an electrifying evening of boxing on the roof of the Pelissier Street Parking Garage! Y2K Dance Cruise Saturday July 12 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm Enjoy a fun cruise by Windsor Premier Cruises! 90s Dance Party: Vol. 4 Saturday July 12 to Sunday July 13 Throwing it back with all your favorite 90s dance hits and iconic tracks that defined the decade! The Dirty Show – The Comedy Room Inside the Fort Saturday July 12 10:00 pm to 11:30 pm Live stand-up at The Comedy Room inside The Fort! Strawberry Social Hosted at Stonehill Estates Sunday July 13 7:00 am to 12:00 pm Join us for a infrequent event for the first annual of hopefully many Strawberry Social's hosted by and at Stonehill Estates. On A Mission For The Mission – 2nd Annual Bike Show Sunday July 13 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Get ready to rumble, Windsor! 'On A Mission For The Mission,' your local charitable foundation dedicated to wiping out hunger, is super excited to announce our 2nd annual Motorcycle Bike Show, Vendor Event, and a crucial Can Good & Hygiene Product Drive. Pints & Poses Sunday July 13 10:00 am Stretch and sip! Check out yoga classes at the brewery! $20 for an hour of yoga and a pint of beer! Amherstburg Farmers Market Sunday July 13 12:00 pm to 4:30 pm The Amherstburg Farmers Market is a welcoming, outdoor space offering a deliberate and diverse, hand-selected lineup of farmers, makers and creators. Willistead Manor Summer Tours Sunday July 13 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Enjoy summer tours of Willistead Manor Artisanal Soap Making Course Sunday July 131:00 pm to 2:00 pm Check out the Artisanal Soap Making Course at Park House Museum! Board Game Sunday Sunday July 13 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Sundays are the ultimate fundays at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery! Generations- Live Tribute to a Century of Music Sunday July 13 4:00 pm On Sunday, July 13, experience Generations—a vibrant live music and dance tribute celebrating a century of iconic hits, from the 1920s to today. Breweries Cideries & Distilleries Music Bingo Trivia at Walkerville Brewery Sunday July 13 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Join us for Music Bingo Trivia Sunday, July 13th at 5pm with your host Mack Flash Entertainment. A night filled with a little bit of bingo, a little bit of trivia and a whole lot of music! Lunar Series: Full Moon Yin + Yoga Nidra Sunday July 13 5:45 pm to 7:00 pm Welcome to The Lunar Series! A monthly yoga class held during the onset of the full moon. Prabh Gill Live Sunday July 13 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Get ready for an unforgettable evening as T3M Solutions proudly presents Prabh Gill Live.
CTV News
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
What you need to know about the 2025 Ford Fireworks
Many Windsor-Essex residents and visitors take in the Ford Fireworks over the Detroit River as a kickoff to summer. The 67th edition of the fireworks start at 9:55 p.m. on Monday. Viewing options A number of venues have special viewing parties along Windsor's Waterfront. Bistro at the River hosts its Windsor Riverfront Fireworks Party, River Room Restaurant is having a Ford Fireworks Buffet, St. Clair College Centre for the Arts hosts a charity fireworks party and Windsor Premier Cruises is having a Fireworks Cruise. However, organizers say some of the best seats are also along the riverside parks and people are invited to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Safety tips for parents All families attending the show along the riverfront are being asked to take photo of their kids at the beginning of the event, in the same clothes they're wearing that night. Police say this will ensure you can provide officers with a recent and accurate photo if they are separated during the evening. Choose a designated meeting spot ahead of time in case you become separated. If your child becomes lost, report it immediately to the nearest police officer. Free Transit and shuttle services Thanks to Zehrs, residents can ride the bus for free to see the fireworks. Free City buses will run starting at 6 p.m. until the end of the service day. In addition, park 'n' ride shuttle buses will operate from Devonshire Mall beginning at approximately 6 p.m. and continuing until 9:30 p.m. Return shuttles will depart immediately following the fireworks, running until approximately 12:15 a.m. or until all passengers in line have boarded a bus back to their vehicle at Devonshire Mall. This annual event includes our Stuff the Transit Windsor Bus initiative—visitors are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations to help support local food banks. Also, avoid the annual parking issues and road closures by enjoying the free ride from Devonshire Mall to the Windsor riverfront and back. Shuttles leave Devonshire Mall (3100 Howard Avenue) starting at 6 p.m. from Sydney Avenue, and the last shuttle will return to the mall from a pickup location across from the Windsor Arena on McDougall Street near Wyandotte Street West directly after the fireworks until midnight. Road closures map Road closure fireworks Road closure map for fireworks night on June 23, 2025 in Windsor, Ont. (Source: WPS) Many streets in the downtown area will have restricted access beginning at 6 p.m. on the day of the event. Vehicles parked in the restricted areas labelled 'no-parking zones' will be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense. Police say review the detailed map posted for full details on road closures and no-parking zones. Helpful links:
CTV News
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
Fantastic Fathers event at St. Clair College
Fantastic Fathers St. Clair College The Fantastic Fathers event seen in Windsor, Ont. on June 14, 2025. (Michelle Maluske/CTV News Windsor)
