‘Spaces for youth to thrive’ — picnic, fun help kickstart West Windsor revival plans
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Published Jul 06, 2025
A new soccer field, a new mural, and a new community garden — just the latest investments in helping kickstart Windsor’s west end revival.
Residents and community partners gathered at Crowley Park on Thursday for a picnic and the launch of Kick Starting the West, an initiative aimed at revitalizing the neighbourhood and creating spaces for youth and families.
“These projects are not just investments in spaces — they’re investments in people, potential, and the future of our neighbourhoods,” said Jennifer Cline, senior manager of community development and engagement with Windsor-Essex Community Housing Corp. (CHC).
“We are incredibly proud to partner with local organizations to create accessible and inclusive programs and spaces for youth to thrive.”
The region’s social housing provider led the project, part of a broader Strengthening the Community campaign.
The fun new additions to the west-end park were funded through the Gordie Howe International Bridge Community Benefits Plan.
The mural was inspired by the youth in the community and installed by local artist Daniel Bombardier, aka Denial.
The event also touted a new After-School program developed in partnership with McBride Youth United to serve children in the Sandwich Town neighbourhood.
Thursday’s celebration included a community barbecue and games.
The Community Housing Corp. was one of 13 successful recipients who benefited from the $200,000 pot of community benefits announced last June.
The funding announcement took place a year ago at a press conference hosted by Bridging North America and Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority and coinciding with the announcement that the Canadian and American sides of the main deck of the Gordie Howe International Bridge had officially been connected.
