Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development as he tours the newly completed roundabouts at Centennial and Highway 3 and South Edgeware and Highbury!
In this update, we're hitting the road in a stunning Volkswagen Atlas, provided by Dalmar Motors of South London, to showcase these new traffic features and discuss the smooth, scenic drive they offer. As we navigate the roundabouts, we’ll highlight the benefits of the improved traffic flow and the beautiful roadside scenery and shout out to L82 for their excellent work on this project. Along the way, we dive into some fun features of the Volkswagen Atlas, from its spacious three-row seating to its sleek digital displays and adaptive safety features. Tune in for the complete drive and a look at how these updates are making travel safer and smoother in our community. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more updates on what’s happening in St. Thomas! * Disclaimer: Driving the roundabout multiple times was a demonstration to highlight all the roundabout features in this informative video during low traffic. In Ontario, you can legally drive around a roundabout once to return to your intended exit if you miss it. Driving around a roundabout more than twice is considered careless driving and could result in a traffic ticket.
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🎃🎄Exciting Fall Events in St. Thomas | Pumpkin Prowl, Horton Market, and More!
Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development and Mayor Joe Preston as they share exciting updates about upcoming fall events in our vibrant Downtown community! Things kick off with the Pumpkin Prowl on October 25th, a safe trick-or-treating event downtown from 5-8pm where local businesses hand out treats. Don’t miss the fun passport challenge for a chance to win great prizes! Then, mark your calendars for the Horton Farmers' Market's last day of the regular season on November 2nd, followed by the festive Christmas Market on November 16th. Shop from 92 local growers and handmade vendors, and enjoy delicious food while you shop! Horton Farmers' Market Hours: Regular season - Saturdays until Nov 2 from 8am-Noon Christmas Market - Saturday Nov. 16 from 10am-4pm Winter at Horton - Saturdays from Nov 23- April 26 from 9am-1pm On November 15th, come downtown for Light Up Talbot between 5-9pm for a magical evening featuring tree lighting, horse-drawn carriage rides, warming stations, and more holiday cheer! And finally, get ready for the beloved Optimist Santa Claus Parade on November 23rd—one of the most impressive parades in the region, featuring floats, bands, and festive fun for the whole family! Stay tuned for more updates; for more event listings, check out Railway City Tourism 🎃🎄 Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development as he provides the latest update on the exciting progress at the St. Thomas Mega Site! In this video, Mike is on location at the roundabout connecting Highway 3 and Centennial, a crucial project for improving traffic flow in the city.
Mike walks us through the development, explaining how this new roundabout will connect key roadways like Highway 3, Highbury Ave, and Centennial. This project is a game-changer for both truck and car traffic, making it easier to navigate St. Thomas. With the roundabout set to open by the end of October, Mike shares the timeline, the improvements to traffic flow, and how this partnership between the city and MTO has remained on schedule and on budget. Special thanks to our partners at MTO and RV Anderson, as well as local businesses like Forest City Castings, Amino North America Corporation, Messenger Freight, Wiebe Transport, and Circelli Steel for their patience and support throughout this project. Don't miss the aerial views and renderings that showcase the transformation happening in the area! 🏗️ Bird's Eye View: Yarmouth Yards Industrial Park Development Update 🏗️
In this quick update from the Mayor's Office, we're giving you a bird's-eye view of the progress at the Yarmouth Yards Industrial Park! Thanks to cutting-edge technology, we can now explore and plan the future of the industrial park without ever leaving the office. From right here on the computer screen, we can zoom in, expand, and get a detailed look at the ongoing developments across the expansive site—no need to dodge large earth movers! Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to monitor the growth of Yarmouth Yards and its impact on our community's future. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and check back next week for the latest news! Bird's Eye Views are available on our website. 🏠 Tiny Hope Project: A Community Effort for Affordable Housing in St. Thomas! 🏠
In this update from the Mayor's office, we highlight the incredible progress made on the Tiny Hope Project, a community-driven initiative in the heart of St. Thomas! Thanks to the amazing collaboration between the YWCA, Doug Tarry Homes, Sanctuary Homes, and countless local builders and contributors, eight NetZero Ready tiny homes are now complete. What started as a foundation just two days prior has turned into a beautiful neighbourhood, showcasing the power of community involvement. It's been a true team effort, from skilled builders to volunteers handling supplies and logistics. Special shoutouts to MP Custom Homes, Doug Tarry Homes, Collier Homes, Wynmar, Wastell Homes, Woodfield, DHP Homes, and many more who contributed their expertise in siding, flooring, kitchens, and more. This project is not just about housing—it's about building a future for our city and addressing the housing crisis in St. Thomas. We're excited to see this incredible community continue to take shape, and we can't wait for residents to call these homes theirs. Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development as he connects with Councillor Steve Peters for a fascinating look into the early electrification of St. Thomas. In this episode, Steve shares the story of how St. Thomas became one of the first communities in Ontario to receive electricity in 1911, thanks to Sir Adam Beck and the harnessing of Niagara Falls.
Learn how electrification transformed the lives of residents and the community as Steve also highlights the industrial growth that followed. Businesses, including early companies like the Metcalfe Shoe Company and St. Thomas Metal Signs, flocked to St. Thomas to take advantage of the new electrical infrastructure. Don't miss out on this exciting piece of local history! Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development for an exciting update from the Yarmouth Yard site at the St. Thomas Megasite! In this video, Mike and Nathan Bokma from the City of St. Thomas Industrial Development Team dive into the complex work, focusing on installing massive pipes using the jack and bore method. Learn how specialized equipment is used to safely install large-diameter casings beneath existing pipes from the Elgin primary water distribution system.
Curious about how long this intricate operation will take? Tune in to learn more about the fascinating process underway to ensure everything is installed precisely. From the Beehive E 62 - From Megasite to Tiny Site: Bridges to Oktoberfest + Project Tiny Hope9/11/2024 Join Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development for an action-packed update on what's happening in St. Thomas! 🚧
🚧On the Megasite: - The pedestrian bridge is going in under the railroad bridge, and curb work is underway on the YYES1 project. - The Power Co parcel grading is complete and ready for the next phase. - There are big changes on Highbury! Traffic has switched from the west side to the east side and the roundabout at South Edgeware is open for use. 🎉September is a busy month for local and community events! 🎶 The Elgin/St. Thomas Small Business Enterprise Centre is hosting Bridges to Better Business on September 26. This event offers a local food showcase for guests to enjoy a creative approach to their dinner for the evening, a small business awards celebration, and a special live music performance by Steven Page! Tickets are available to the public. Don't miss out! 🍻 Oktoberfest in September?! YES! Just like in Munich! The Downtown Development Board is kicking off the Fall with a fun-filled festival on September 21 with food, games, and over $3,000 in prizes through a Goosechase Scavenger Hunt launching September 14-21. This is a FREE admission event, and many activities are free to enjoy, including TRAIN RIDES! More details on the Downtown Development Board’s Facebook and website! 🚧 On the Tiny Site: 🏠 Project Tiny Hope: A community collaborative creating 40 affordable tiny homes will be making enormous progress soon! Doug Tarry Homes is leading a blitz build event on Sept. 24-26, with over 100 volunteers from other Home Builders constructing eight tiny homes in just three days! Follow along with Project Tiny Hope Don’t miss out on these fantastic events that celebrate the spirit of St. Thomas. From the Beehive E61 - Highbury and South Edgeware Roundabout Update + United Way 3M Harvest Lunch9/4/2024 In today’s update, Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development is on-site at the new roundabout at the intersection of Highbury and South Edgeware. He is joined by Pat Anckaert from The City of St. Thomas Industrial Development Team for an exciting progress report. Tune in to learn about the installation of base asphalt, upcoming milestones like traffic switching, and what to expect next, including an art installation coming this November!
Another Michael joins us this week as Mike Brix, also from the St. Thomas Industrial Development Team, shares progress on the YYES1 portion of the project. It's a main event. At St. Thomas Economic Development, we are also big fans of the community, so Mike also caught up with Chris McKinnis from United Way to talk about the upcoming 3M Harvest Lunch at ECRM on Wednesday, September 18th. Get all the details on the delicious menu and learn how this event supports local initiatives, benefiting 39 agencies right here in St. Thomas. Welcome back to another From the Beehive update!
Today, we are checking in to see the construction progress at Hospice of Elgin! In this video, Mike from St. Thomas Economic Development is on location with Laura, the Interim Executive Director of Hospice of Elgin. Together, they walk us through the exciting progress of this vital project, which has been over a decade in the making. This 17,000-square-foot facility, set to open its doors in summer 2025, will be Elgin County's very first hospice, offering expert specialized palliative care in a warm, community-focused environment. Laura explains what hospice care truly means—it's not just about the end of life but about creating a space that honours what matters most in those final days. Construction is moving swiftly, thanks to the hard work of their general contractor, Graceview Enterprises, and the tremendous support from the local community. While incredible strides have been made, there's still more to be done. The Hospice of Elgin team calls on our community to help furnish and equip the hospice to make it a true home for those in need. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. If you’d like to participate in this special project, please visit Elgin Hospice's website to learn more about how you can contribute. |
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