News and Notices

Update on COVID-19 Response, April 20, 2021

Posted on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 10:33 AM

The Government of Ontario has announced the extension of a “province-wide stay at home order” to mitigate the impacts of the third wave of COVID-19. The stay-at-home order will...

Support Local with the Open for Business Map

Posted on Monday, April 19, 2021 12:11 PM

Essex- Residents in the Town of Essex looking to safely support local businesses can turn to the Open for Business Map, which features local businesses who have adapted their operations...

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Town Seeking Expressions of Interest for Bike Rentals at Colchester Park & Harbour

Posted on Thursday, April 15, 2021 04:55 PM

The Town of Essex has issued a call for Expressions of Interest for a potential partnership to offer bike rentals at Colchester Park & Harbour. Interested applicants can complete...

Portrait of Deputy Fire Chief Jason Pillon in white dress uniform with brick/stone wall in background.

Town of Essex Names New Deputy Fire Chief

Posted on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 03:13 PM

The Town of Essex Fire & Rescue Services team has a new Deputy Chief with the promotion of Jason Pillon into the position.

Jason has been employed with the Town since 1997...

Update from Integrity Commissioner on Public Complaints Regarding Council Conduct

Posted on Monday, April 12, 2021 03:20 PM

The text below is a summary of the information provided by the Town of Essex Integrity Commissioner, Robert Swayze, in response to a number of complaints made by members of...