June 2 & 3 join Art in the Park -Rain or Shine! This event that launches Windsor's festival season. As one of Ontario's largest outdoor arts and crafts shows with exhibitors from all over Ontario and Quebec, Art in the Park is a popular event in Windsor/Essex County. The 270+ artists and artisans display and retail their wares in booths set up around the 15.5 acres of gated grounds surrounding the beautiful and historic Willistead Manor in Olde Walkerville.

While visiting, take a moment to step back in time as you explore Willistead Manor and marvel in its original beauty, decor and craftsmanship. Speak with one of the Friends of Willistead and enjoy stories from the Manor's past. Most importantly, though - have fun finding new treasures and experiencing the amazing craftsmanship of our exhibitors.

For shuttle schedules and more information visit www.artintheparkwindsor.com

June 13, 11am-2pm at Ciociaro Club, 3745 North Talbot Rd., Oldcastle. 

Medical marijuana in the workplace is a rapidly emerging and highly contentious issue. The issue will become more complex with the legalization of recreational marijuana scheduled for later this summer. The topic of marijuana access and its use is sensitive and complex, with issues and implications for health and safety. This session focuses on helping employers to understand the changes, the implications for health and safety, and to provide guidance on how to manage these challenges in safety sensitive industries. 

Networking opportunity! 

At the luncheon, there will be a number of information booths hosted by community partners to share information and resources that are relevant to workplace wellness programs. The first and last half hour of the luncheon will be dedicated to networking, to allow attendees to connect with other like-minded individuals to learn about strategies that they can implement within their own workplace. 

Cost, $35 per person. Includes a "Meet Smart" lunch. Registration deadline is June 8, 4:30pm. To register visit www.wechu.org/luncheon-series. For more information call 519-258-2146 ext. 3200 or visit www.wechu.org/luncheon-series

Summer is such a wonderful time in Canada – great weather and longer days mean more fun outdoor activities, weekends away, BBQs and much more. It’s easy for Canadians to forget to support their favourite charities and causes. To help save charities coast-to-coast from the summer-giving drought, CanadaHelps and The GIV3 Foundation have launched the fourth annual Great Canadian Giving Challenge. 

What is The Great Canadian Giving Challenge? It is a national public contest to benefit any registered Canadian charity. Every $1 donated to a registered charity in June via CanadaHelps.org or GivingChallenge.ca, automatically enters the charity to win an additional $10,000 donation. The grand prize draw is on Canada Day and one lucky charity will receive the grand prize of $10,000. 

Did the Great Canadian Giving Challenge make a difference last year? In 2017, the third annual Great Canadian Giving Challenge, 77,785 Canadians participated, donating almost $10 million to over 10,000 charities, representing an 83% increase in donations compared to June 2014 and a 59% increase compared to 2015.

What did the Great Canadian Giving Challenge do for Habitat for Humanity Windsor Essex last year? The Great Canadian Giving Challenge contributed to an 80% increase in monthly donors since 2017. Monthly donors provide a base of sustained funds which allow us to develop ambitious plans to significantly expand our build capacity. We know that Windsor is number 1 in child poverty and we intend to change that by providing affordable housing options for families in core housing need. Our Monthly donors make a long-term strategic impact on child poverty in Windsor.