WINDSOR, ONT. Over the past decade, a slow trickle of development has taken place in our core neighbourhoods, but right now construction activity is popping up in ways not seen in decades. And on Monday council will receive four applications to its community improvement plan (CIP) for property tax incentives and facade grants totalling $700,000. “What you’re seeing is the intersection of a hot real estate market with your municipal incentives coming into play,” says Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens. The Canada Building at 364 Ouellette Ave. is getting a $20 million overhaul with ground floor retail, second floor commercial and 85 apartments.
Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association, the City of Windsor's horticulture department and some member businesses are partnering up to beautify the city. Parkettes and patios are being filled with floral arrangements, as they hope the province will rescind the shutdown in early June.
The Downtown Windsor Business Improvement Association (has been awarded the coveted #SafeTravels Stamp.
The stamp is an international symbol designed to allow travelers to recognize governments and companies around the world that have adopted health and hygiene policies and protocols.
“We’ve worked diligently to uphold the highest standards of health and safety,” said DWBIA Chair Brian Yeomans. “It’s a privilege to have been acknowledged that we’re adhering to global health protocols.”
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