Kingston Currents

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 historically high tick activity.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

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, 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 historically high tick activity.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

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 calendar for the upcoming weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

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 players work towards bringing Kingston’s team to the next competitive level. CFRC sits down with Victory Grounds Ventures CEO Paul Barbeau and players from the men’s and women’s teams.

Also, some updates on the May long weekend, plus your weather and traffic reports and events calendar for the weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: An update on the future of Kingston’s addiction and mental health services. With the closure of the city’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site on the horizon due to loss of Provincial support and recent news of Kingston being approved for a HART Hub, Council discussed and ultimately approved a multi-part response to support the community through the transition to the abstinence-only recovery model.

Also, some updates directly from the City, including major upcoming events, the return of the Rural Community Program Fund, and the results of the Household Travel Survey, capturing evolving travel patterns in Kingston. Plus, your weather and traffic reports and events calendar for the weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: Some highlights from City Council’s last meeting, including a new pilot air-conditioner program to support vulnerable residents ahead of extreme summer heat, Council’s reaction to the Province’s new “bring-your-own” permit option, and new measures to improve oversight of partner organizations in response to the taxi commission fallout. Plus, Inclusive Play Project and local Tim Hortons restaurant owners aim to cross the funding finish line for the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground with this year’s Smile Cookie Campaign.

In this episode: Kingston’s 2026 Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign aims to bring the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground across the funding finish line next week, with 100 per cent of proceeds supporting the $1.5 million project that just broke ground in Shannon Park. The Kingston Climate Summit returns for its second year with an expanded two-day event, focusing on community-driven climate action and the theme of biodiversity. Plus, Queen’s professor Dr. Samantha King explores the rise of protein culture in her new book, unpacking the myths, marketing, and social forces behind the trending macronutrient.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: The latest from City Hall. After unanimous support from Council, a temporary bylaw prohibiting clear cutting is now in effect until the City’s new Official Plan comes into play. In the same meeting, Council votes to explore the creation of a municipal tree conservation incentive program, a new way to protect the city’s tree canopy by rewarding preservation. Also, an update on construction at the Culligan Water Park reveals the project has been delayed, meaning Kingstonians will be going two summers without the facility.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: Partners in Mission Food Bank prepares for its annual Food Blitz on Saturday, April 11, collecting donations at grocery stores across Kingston. The event comes following five record-breaking years for use of the food bank, with no signs of slowing down. The Transplant Advocate Association marks Green Shirt Day and BeADonor Month in Kingston, both a moment of recognition and a call to action. Celebrated Canadian singer-songwriter and Queen’s University aluma Jill Barber returns to Kingston for Under Paris Skies, a concert of timeless French classics, with the Kingston Symphony this weekend.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.

In this episode: Researchers at Kingston Health Sciences Centre and Smith Engineering at Queen’s University are redefining how we understand shoulder movement with a first-of-its-kind imaging study, while the Great Lakes Museum prepares to welcome families with its inaugural Bunnies on Boats Easter event. At City Hall, Council finalizes the $12M purchase of Lemoine Point Farm following years of advocacy, approves a temporary extension for Lionhearts’ vocational laundry program after the Adelaide Street Shelter closure, and grapples with the looming closure of Kingston’s consumption and treatment services site, leaving uncertainty around harm reduction as the city pushes for alternatives and potential provincial support.

Tune in to dive into all of these stories with CFRC’s Broadcast Journalist, Christena Lawrie.