Kingston Currents

In this episode: 2026 municipal election results, a potential body-worn camera program for Kingston Police, and a recap of Queen’s University Homecoming and ‘Foco’ weekends.  Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, and a few events to keep on your radar from CFRC’s Community Events Calendar. Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christ...

In this episode: With election day approaching, CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist Christena Lawrie sits down with three of four candidates vying to become the City’s next Mayor: Conny Glenn, Bryan Paterson, and Vanessa Mensah.

In this episode: A review of the 928 Sydenham Road shelter after six months of operation reveals positive results, presented to Council at their last meeting. At the same meeting, Council votes to explore options to support the Kingston Racquet Centre as the recreation facility faces financial challenges. More updates directly from the City, including the University District Safety Initiative comi...

In this episode: Kingston City Council’s pushback against proposed VIA Rail service changes, and the City’s renewed efforts to address safety concerns surrounding e-bikes and e-scooters. Then, CFRC sits down with local educator Erin Clow, who created a collection of free educational resources to help introduce children to elections, voting and local democracy ahead of this year’s municipal electio...

In this episode: CFRC sits down with 27-year-old Kingstonian Willem Sagriff, who will be hitting the Point Municipal Park track in Sydenham on Saturday, Oct. 3 with the goal of running 100 km to raise funds for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC). Then, WritersFest Director Bruce Geddes sits down to share what the festival will bring this weekend, his...

In this episode: a motion deferred at City Council’s last meeting looking into sanctioned encampments and support. Stand Up for Mental Health founder David Granirer joins CFRC to share more about the program’s comedy show returning to Kingston this weekend, building awareness, raising funds, and challenging stigma surrounding mental health. And, a forward-looking recap of Kingston’s first-ever Roa...

In this episode: The grand opening of Kingstons first-ever fully inclusive playground at Shannon Park. Updates from City Council’s last meeting, including two recreation-related updates. Then, recent strides at Kingston Health Sciences Centre’s Emergency Department that have cut ambulance offload times by 44 per cent in the past year. Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend...

In this episode: CFRC sits down with the founders of a music festival celebrating the banjo returning for its second year on Wolfe Island this weekend. Then, updates from City Council’s last meeting, including the City’s response to the recent breakdown of Canada-U.S. trade negotiations and potential tightening of regulations surrounding the use of leg-hold traps to protect local wildlife.  Plus,...

In this episode: CFRC sits down with the Kingston Frontenac Public Library’s Manager of Programming & Outreach Liz Coates to discuss the impressive results of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. City Council discusses potential changes to the Yards By-Law in response to complaints and a lack of clarity surrounding “naturalized” lawns. And, messages directly from the C...

In this episode: CFRC sits down with David Ellingwood, General Manager of Cataraqui Conservation, to discuss a major restoration project at Lemoine Point that kicked off this week. Then, an announcement for the Kingston Frontenac Public Library regarding this year’s summer reading challenge, a message from the City for new and returning students, and more. Plus, your weather and traffic report for...

In this episode: An update on collective bargaining between Queen’s University and the Queen’s University Faculty Association after a strike vote last week, what to expect from the City’s Forever Hip event series this weekend, a call for feedback on how the City engages the community when implementing housing solutions, and more. Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, and...

In this episode: Council unanimously approves funding for six pilot projects intended to support harm reduction services ahead of the planned closure of Kingston’s Consumption and Treatment Services site at the end of September. An update from Cataraqui Conservation on a project at Lemoine Point, and a reminder to vote for this year’s election stickers directly from the City of Kingsto...

In this episode: The kickoff of Theatre Kingston’s Fringe Festival, a special uncurated portion of the Kick & Push festival featuring 17 shows over the next 11 days, with Artistic Director Rosemary Doyle. Then some messages directly from the City of Kingston, and an update from Cataraqui Conservation on their Lemoine Point Conservation Area Grassland Habitat Restoration Project. Plus, your wea...

In this episode: Artistic Producer Liam Karry sits down with CFRC to talk about this year’s Kick & Push Festival, running until August 16. Then, artists and organizers sit down to share more about the upcoming Play me Kingston art installation, set to transform downtown into a gallery dedicated to Kingston’s music scene. Plus, your weather and traffic report for this upcoming weekend, an...

In this episode: An update from South East Public Health as mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus have been detected in the region, the first mosquito pool test positive for the virus this season. Kingston Economic Development celebrates the opening of a new research facility it says will help accelerate health and life sciences innovation in the region. Messages directly from the City, includin...

In this episode: An update from the new Lunch by George downtown distribution site, after the organization made the move from their home of over 40 years at St. George’s Cathedral. A statement from South East Public Health as poor air quality continues in the Kingston region. Messages directly from the City, including an update on the 315 Queen Mary Road shared care model opening and the announcem...

In this episode: Motions from this week’s City Council meeting aimed at improving everyday life for residents, from neighbourhood pathways to on-street parking. Messages directly from the City, including updates on The Tragically Hip tenth anniversary celebrations, a new pilot project to fight food insecurity, and the launch of the Community Harm Reduction and Public Safety Pilot Project Fun...

In this episode: An update on the City’s Multi-Site Visioning and Recreation Facility Capital Planning Project for the Kingston Memorial Centre, Portsmouth Olympic Harbour and Centre 70 sites. Also, some messages directly from the City, Public Health, and the FLA Ontario Health Team. Plus, your weather and traffic updates and events calendar for the upcoming weekend. Tune in to dive into all...

In this episode: A motion from City Council’s last meeting officially renaming Strathcona Park’s Indian Road after years of debate. Also, some messages directly from the City this week, including your guide to Canada Day in Kingston, how the city is celebrating the FIFA World Cup, welcoming Kingston Fire and Rescue’s new Deputy Chief, and an update on the unique Fines for Food pilot. Plus, y...

In this episode: From City Council’s last meeting, an update on the City’s plan for the upcoming Consumption Treatment Services closure. Also, some messages directly from the City, including upcoming community celebrations, a call for election sticker design submissions, and more. Also, your weather and traffic updates and events calendar for the upcoming weekend. Tune in to dive into all of...

In this episode: Updates from City Council’s last meeting, includng the City’s new plan for the waterfront after the cancellation of the Patry Aquatic Park project and changes to improve equity in ice sports. Also, some messages directly from the City, including upcoming community celebrations, a call for election sticker design submissions, and more. Also, your weather and traffic upd...

In this episode: the latest in Kingston nature news. An advocacy-based motion supported unanimously by City Council urges senior levels of government to take steps toward establishing a National Marine Conservation Area in Lake Ontario. Also, some upcoming opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, an update on the City’s response to extreme heat, and precautions to take as climate factors cause h...

In this episode: the latest in Kingston nature news. An advocacy-based motion supported unanimously by City Council urges senior levels of government to take steps toward establishing a National Marine Conservation Area in Lake Ontario. A flashback to an interview with Julia Stroud, Excecutive Director of Sustainable Kingston, in anticipation of next week’s Kingston Climate Summit. Also, som...

In this episode: updates directly from City Hall, including a decision from Council’s last meeting taking steps towards a new dome for the John Machin Soccer Park, the unveiling of the Tragically Hip final concert 10th anniversary events this summer, an interactive art exhibition on display at Rideau Heights Community Centre, and more. Also, your weather and traffic updates and events calend...

In this episode: the Ontario Premier League soccer season is in full swing, and Kingston is making waves. The Sentinels had an electric home opener at the end of April, bringing semi-professional soccer back to Kingston for the first time in a decade. Along with this early success, franchise owner Victory Grounds Ventures already has sights set on a stadium for the city in the near future, while p...