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BIZ X MAGAZINE JULY AUGUST 2026 EDITION

Make the most of your staycation days. From the Caldwell First Nation Pow Wow to Amherstburg’s themed weekends, Urban Surf, Greenview Park and Zoo, Lazee G Ranch, Ure’s Mini Golf and more — plenty of summer fun is just down the road. So, dive into the best of our region has to offer including the 2026 Biz X Award categories, a sales & marketing summit, new restaurants, country artist Barbara anne, Windsor-Essex Pride Fest, Time Out Of Mind Recording Co. — it’s all inside our sizzling summer issue! MAGAZINE COVER PHOTO: Caldwell First Nation Chief Nikki van Oirschot. Photo courtesy of Logan DeMars, SouthPoint Productions.

The 2026 Biz X Award categories are announced in our summer issue! Nominations will be accepted on the dates shown. Be sure to return to our website to nominate your choices in Windsor, Essex County and Pelee Island.

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Caldwell First Nation’s 2nd Annual Competition Pow Wow returns August 7–9, 2026, bringing three vibrant days of dancing, drumming, food, artisans, and community spirit to Leamington. More than a cultural gathering, it’s an open invitation for Indigenous and non‑Indigenous guests to honour tradition, uplift Indigenous makers and performers, and experience a powerful celebration of heritage, homecoming, and connection. Come share in the culture — everyone is welcome. PHOTO: 2025 Pow Wow photo courtesy of Logan DeMars, SouthPoint Productions.

This three-day cultural event brings together Indigenous dancers, drummers, artisans, and guests from across Turtle Island — all celebrating resilience, unity, and identity through art and movement.

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First Annual Farrow Classic Car Show 2026

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2026 Finalists Leamington Chamber Business Excellence Awards Announced

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The Regulars

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The Honour Roll Of Business Excellence

February 5, 2026

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the Parenting Biz

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Canadian Author Elaine Kachala New Children’s Book

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April 14, 2026

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March 9, 2026

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City

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July 15, 2026

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June 24, 2026

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June 22, 2026

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Experience Windsor Summer and Fall 2026 Event Series

June 16, 2026

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City of Windsor Encourages Zipper Merge to Keep Traffic Moving

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“The Village at The Barn” Downtown Homelessness Concept

May 29, 2026

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Calling Young Artists for the 10th Annual Children’s Art Exhibition

May 22, 2026

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Community

ANTONINO’S FREE BIG SLICE FOR “A” STUDENTS

July 13, 2026

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June 23, 2026

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Ontario Celebrates National Indigenous History Month

June 1, 2026

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Salvation Army Windsor Garage Sale Draws Support

May 29, 2026

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Zehrs and Transit Windsor Partner for 2026 Stuff-A-Bus Campaign

May 12, 2026

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May 8, 2026

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Kitty Kash 50/50 May 2026 Lottery Launches

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Canada Day Parade and looking for Volunteer

April 28, 2026

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Biz Bits

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real estate

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Biz X was there

First Annual Farrow Classic Car Show 2026

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BIZ X ON LOCATION – 24th Annual ICHA Fishing Derby

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Lakewood Park South Opening In Tecumseh

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Port Windsor Opens Bezhigoyaak Pier in Sandwich Town

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W.E. Care For Kids Presents CATWALK FOR KIDS

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The 2026 Atelier Fashion Show

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Advance Business Systems Thanksgiving Day Football Classic

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Under The Big Top Kids Gala

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2 years ago

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macdonalds automotive

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3 years ago

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Arlene Thompson

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Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce

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LaSalle Oxford Learning

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Tony Gray

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The Rose City Comic Convention is grateful to have received outstanding attention for our event through Biz X in their magazine and online social media.
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Catherine Raso

4 years ago

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