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5 days ago
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Art Windsor-Essex launches exhibit looking at ecological concerns
Art Windsor-Essex is seen in this file photo in Windsor, Ont., on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. (Melanie Borrelli / CTV Windsor) Art Windsor-Essex launched a new exhibit on Thursday, one that analyzes ecological concerns shared by humans and animals in the ecosystem. The exhibit, titled Ndishnikaaz / Nugwa'am / My name is, is by Mary Anne Barkhouse. 'There are stories in this exhibition about what we keep and what we should return,' said Emily McKibbon, head of exhibitions and collection. 'Stories that offer paths towards more ethical ways of being. But Barkhouse asks that before hearing these stories, we begin by naming ourselves to the storyteller: Ndishnikaaz / Nugwa'am / My name is.' The stories in the exhibition are told through the eyes, ears, and whiskers of various species. Viewers are asked to explore the histories and consider what the future could bring. More details about the exhibit are available here.
CTV News
16-06-2025
- Health
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‘We're still camp, we're still fun': Windsor camps prep with safety in mind
Shot of a group of teenagers walking across a bridge in nature at summer camp. (Source: Getty Images) From art supplies to sunscreen, summer camp season is almost here — and organizers across Windsor are putting the finishing touches on their plans. At Art Windsor-Essex, Sophie Hinch is prepping for three weeks of creativity and connection. 'They get to take some creative liberties,' said Hinch, who oversees the gallery's day camp programming. 'If they have an idea, we encourage them to follow that idea.' Summer camp prep Sophie Hatch preps art supplies ahead of Art Windsor-Essex's summer day camps in Windsor, Ont., on Monday, June 16, 2025. (Travis Fortnum/CTV News Windsor) The program caps at around 30 campers per day, keeping group sizes small inside the studio space. Registration is still open, with full-day programming offered at $50 per day — materials and gallery admission included. But alongside the paintbrushes and glue sticks, there's another layer to this year's planning — public health. Health unit calls for caution The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit is asking day camps to be extra cautious this summer, with measles still circulating in the region. It's requesting organizers submit their contact information so that, in the event of a suspected or confirmed case, public health can respond quickly. 'This is for timely action from our side,' said Dr. Mehdi Aloosh, the region's medical officer of health. 'If we receive a report of a case, if we are connected and we have that information handy, we can immediately contact the camp and start our contact management.' He said even a single case of measles can disrupt programming — because the disease spreads so easily. 'There's a window for post exposure prophylaxis or protecting children who are unvaccinated,' he said. 'That's why it's very important for us to have that contact information.' Aloosh encouraged both parents and camp staff to make sure vaccinations are up to date — and to keep documentation accessible. 'We want these facilities continue to work,' he said. 'We want to ensure that children are enjoying their summer in these activities.' So far this year, Windsor-Essex has recorded 146 cases of measles. Only one case has been confirmed in June. 'This is encouraging to see,' Aloosh said. 'But we should be prepared.' Camps taking precautions At Art Windsor-Essex, Hinch says the team has protocols in place and learned a lot during the pandemic. 'We closely monitor and take health and safety into consideration,' she said. 'I know that measles is top of mind for a lot of parents this summer.' Tables are wiped down daily, tools like scissors and glue are disinfected, and campers are given space to work safely. 'We kind of move tables and chairs around so that they have their own personal little space,' Hinch said. 'We also separate and work in smaller groups.' Campers are screened at the door and staff follow a health checklist throughout the day. Hinch says the health unit has made the process straightforward for camp leaders. 'Our camp is registered through the health unit,' she said. 'They have my contact information and they also have an online form we can fill out if a camper or staff member is sick. 'They've made it really, really easy.' City-run programs follow suit The City of Windsor is also finalizing preparations for its own programming, which includes nine weeks of camp across nine different locations. According to supervisor of community programming Kara Kristof, about 1,300 kids are already signed up. 'We haven't necessarily heard any concerns [about measles] just yet,' she said. 'But getting closer to camp, I'm sure we'll start getting some calls or emails.' Kristof said many of the COVID-era procedures will be carried forward this summer. 'Safety is always number one in camp, regardless of what's going on,' she said. 'So we make our procedures and follow those guidelines to make sure it's our top priority.' She said camps will be sharing information with parents in the coming days. 'But we're still camp,' Kristof said. 'We're still fun. We have all of those fun aspects in place — just with a few extra safety precautions in place as well.'
