City of Kingston Podcasts

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter updates, budgets & opportunities
In this episode: 
Winter reminders – The blanket overnight parking ban remains in effect through January and February to support snow clearing. 
Sidewalk plowing – Crews prioritize high-traffic pedestrian areas using the City's sidewalk plows to reach as many neighbourhoods as possible. 
Waste collection – Remember to place bins and bags on level ground. 
Downtown parking – A new downtown events parking page shows nearby, affordable parking options and space availability. 
2026 City budgets – Special meetings shared budget numbers and project costs. 
Summer student jobs – The City is hiring students for summer roles! 
Mayor's Innovation Challenge – Post-secondary students are invited to submit ideas to help improve Kingston. 
Links & Resources 📌
Winter parking: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-p...
Sidewalk plowing: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-p...
Waste collection:
City of Kingston - Winter Waste Placement   (bins) and
Automated Cart Collection Winter Dos and D...   (automated carts)
Downtown parking: https://cityofkingston.ca/eventparking
2026 budget: https://events.cityofkingston.ca/defa...
Summer student jobs: https://cityofkingston.ca/careers
Mayor's Innovation Challenge: https://getinvolved.cityofkingston.ca...

Inside the City of Kingston | Supportive housing, construction updates & more
In this episode:
City Council recap – City Council reaffirmed its commitment to supportive and transitional housing and will review how the City engages the public on future projects. 
Pothole repairs – City crews are identifying and prioritizing potholes, and residents can submit service requests with specific locations. 
Culligan Water Park – The slide was temporarily removed as part of the enclosure project, with more construction planned. 
Williamsville Renewal – The City has issued a call for a contractor for the reconstruction of Princess Street and the Frontenac Street Parkette, with work expected to begin later this year. 
2026 City budgets – Budget presentations take place Jan. 19–21, outlining funding for municipal services and projects. 
Links & Resources 📌
Supportive housing
City Council
Pothole repairs
Culligan Water Park
Williamsville Renewal
City budget

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter safety, supportive housing & City budget
In this episode: 
Winter safety – Clear snow from furnace, water heater, and dryer vents, and stay off ice unless it's safe. 
Supportive housing -- Kingston is advancing supportive housing projects to help residents move out of shelters with continued support. 
City Council agenda to include discussions on Better Homes Kingston and free transit feasibility. 
2026 City budgets – Mayor presents the budgets later in January. 
'A History Exposed' opens Jan. 14 through May, uncovering the stories of people enslaved in what would later become Canada.
Links & Resources 📌
Winter safety
Supportive housing
City Council
Budget meetings
A History Exposed

Inside the City of Kingston | CO safety, water and wastewater & winter programs
In this episode:
Carbon monoxide updates – CO alarms now required on every storey in homes with fireplaces or attached garages. 
Water and wastewater – The City and Utilities Kingston are exploring a Municipal Services Corporation for water and wastewater to improve efficiency. 
Snow Angels program – Residents can get help clearing snow; volunteers can sign up to assist!
Springer Market Square skating – Open daily 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., weather permitting; check cityofkingston.ca for rink conditions. 
Links & Resources 📌 
CO changes
Municipal services corporation info
Snow Angels
Rink openings/closures

Inside the City of Kingston | Winter parking ban, rec fees & New Year's events
In this episode: 
Winter parking ban – A blanket overnight ban is in effect from Jan. 1 to the end of February, with no on-street parking from 1 to 7 a.m.
Kingston Transit changes – Several regular and express routes adjust frequency starting in January, with more trips during peak periods on some routes.
Recreation fees – A 15% surcharge applies to non-residents using high-demand recreation programs and facility rentals, helping ensure fair access for Kingston taxpayers.
K-Town Countdown – Free public skating at the INVISTA Centre on New Year's Eve from 5 to 9 p.m., including a sensory-friendly skate with dim lighting and no music.
Free New Year's Eve transit – Kingston Transit is free all day, all routes, on Dec. 31.
Links & Resources 📌
Winter parking ban
Kingston Transit changes
Recreation fees
K-Town Countdown
New Year's Eve Transit