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#valentine2021 Happy Valentine’s Day. Sending you love and smiles. #loveyourself #loveday #valentine2021 #rosesarered ... Https://thedrivemagazine.com

TBT - 2012 Past covers of The DRIVE Magazine on the west wall of The Walker Power Building facing Riverside Drive. www.thedrivemagazine.com

#yqg pizza makes its way to #yyz for all those missing a piece of Windsor in Toronto. We’ll need a taste test to see if it comes close ...stay tuned. Where’s your favorite pizza in Windsor... #yqgpizza #yyzpizza #itson #tastetest #homesweethome #shreddedpepperoni #cannedmushrooms

You don't make pizza deliveries like this everyday. Armando's had an opportunity to deliver a king size pizza to the helicopter crew of the Ontario Provincial Police while they were in Tecumseh, Ontario. An amazing initiative to everyone involved. Well done Travis and George Dorner .... www.thedrivemagazine.com

The Rafih Auto Group recently held their First Annual W.E. CARE: Winter Coat, Hat, and Glove Drive during the month of December. All Rafih Auto Group dealerships in Windsor, Essex and Leamington asked partners, customers, and staff to donate new or gently used items along with gift cards to those who needed it the most. Zeyad Rafih, Vice President of Rafih Auto Group also made a generous purchase of new coats to add to the donation total on behalf of the group.... A safe and social distancing presentation was be held on January 8th at Windsor Landrover Jaguar. A representative from Windsor-Essex Children's Aid Society, Windsor Downtown Mission - DTM, and the Rafih Auto Group were all be on hand. *Photos by Breanne McGinty www.thedrivemagazine.com

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Congratulations Jenn Baert!!! What a great start to the new year! Jenn is the winner of our 24 day to Christmas countdown. https://thedrivemagazine.com/posts/giftguide/

With winter just around the corner it may be time for you to start redecorating the space you'll spend the most this winter - your bedroom! We asked local designers Mister Style, Urban Home Windsor and Tia Hughes Design how they would decorate a bedroom for winter - what do you think!? https://thedrivemagazine.com//style-for-the-season-winter/ Written by: Katrina Manzocco... Photography: Devon Pastorius - Fine Photography Tia Hughes Design Mister Style Urbanhome Interior Design See more

The Drive Hive This week we're featuring Jen Brignall-Strong What Inspired you to start writing? I don’t know exactly what inspired me but I have loved writing since I was a young child. I remember being obsessed with the R.L. Stine Goosebumps series of books in grade school. I was always very interested in telling stories, so a career in journalism seemed like the perfect fit for me. ... How long have you been writing for? I have been writing professionally for over 15 years. Fun fact: I have a line of sausages named after me at Robbie’s Gourmet Sausage Co. in Walkerville. Anything with JB Strong on the label is something I helped create! Something our readers wouldn't know about you? I am addicted to movie popcorn. Sometimes I go to the theatre just to pick up a bag and eat it at home. What book is currently on your bedside table/favourite book? My favourite book is hands down The Stand by Stephen King. I am currently reading The Invited by Jennifer McMahon. What do you like to do when you're not taking photos? When I’m not busy writing I enjoy reading scary books (I’m in a horror book club). I also love to cook/bake and explore new restaurants across Windsor-Essex County.

With Covid having changed our lives, some families have taken to decorating for Christmas early this season. Let us know what your thoughts are on this and feel free to share your pics .. #christmas #decorations #christmastree #2020 #decorating #xmas

As Windsor’s small businesses struggle to rebound from COVID-19 closures and restrictions, the act of shopping local has never been more important. Estetica Luxury Spa Three Lambs Registry & Baby Boutique ... Linda's Fashions & Accessories Little Foot Foods Read more about these home-grown shops to help #supportlocal by #shopyqg https://thedrivemagazine.com/posts/local-matters/ Written by: Jen Brignall-Strong

The Drive Hive This week we're featuring Jesse Ziter What Inspired you to start writing? This is a difficult question to answer! I can’t point to a discrete eureka! moment, but I’ve always enjoyed reading. I took to English and other writing-intensive classes from early elementary school; it’s always made sense I would work with words in some professional capacityparticularly as I have few other marketable skills!... How long have you been writing for? I have been writing in some capacity for effectively my entire life, but I’ve been doing so professionally for about 10 years. Fun fact: Weirdly, I was quoted extolling the virtues of pressure washing in the New York Times this summer. I had a long conversation with Anne Helen Petersen, an excellent journalist whom I admire, about the therapeutic potential of becoming a yard dad in a disastrous world. Something our readers wouldn't know about you? If you are familiar with me as a magazine feature writer, you might not know this is very much a side project for me. At my day job, I teach technical communications to international Master of Engineering students at the University of Windsor. What book is currently on your bedside table/favourite book? A few! - Andre Alexis, Fifteen Dogs - Anne Helen Petersen, Can’t Even: How Millennials Became the Burnout Generation - Nikolay Gogol, Selected Stories - Sally Rooney, Normal People What do you like to do when you're not taking photos? I care quite a bitprobably far too much, reallyabout soccer. I played somewhat seriously in my youth, and I occasionally play and coach now. I watch and follow the English Premier League and other European and North American soccer with a fervor frankly inappropriate for a man in his thirties.

Cybersecurity affects - or will affect - everyone... Cybersecurity mogul and Founder of Women in Cybersecurity - WiCyS in Windsor Ikjot Saini talks about the future of automotive security, woman in cybersecurity and filtering out the noise. We’d like to congratulate Ikjot who won the Woman of the Year award at the APMA's Cybersecurity Awards. Read more at: https://thedrivemagazine.com//filtering-out-the-noise-and/ Written by: Alley Biniarz Photography by: Syx Langemann Pho...tography Ikjot saini See more

The Drive Was There... Awesome job Reaume Chevrolet Buick GMC, Lally Auto Group and PéPé's Pumpkin Patch. Together they raised money this Thanksgiving for Windsor Downtown Mission - DTM handing out Pumpkins to all for their visiting customers. Thank you to Moe and all the team!

In honour of #mentalhealthday our latest issue looks into how mental health and addiction services adapted to assist through the pandemic. Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor Brentwood Recovery Home Sexual Assault Crisis Centre ... Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare https://thedrivemagazine.com/posts/coping-during-covid/

The Drive Hive This week we're featuring Anthony Sheardown Photography What Inspired you to get into photography? Leaving high school I was trying to decide what I wanted to do with my life & I was feeling very inspired. I loved going on adventures & exploring, I picked up a camera & I never stopped!... How long have you been in photography for? I bought my first camera in 2013! Fun fact: I spend about 35+ days a year traveling! Something our readers wouldn't know about you? Aside from photography I also build picture frames from reclaimed wood & other materials. What book is currently on your bedside table/favourite book? Into The Wild. What do you like to do when you're not taking photos? Along with traveling I’m also really into motorcycles, skateboarding, rock climbing & BMX biking!

Our latest issue talks about the adjustments University of Windsor and St. Clair College are making to their fall semesters. Read more at https://thedrivemagazine.com//learning-from-the-front-lin/ Written by: Devan Mighton Tell us how are your kids adapting to the adjustments?

Tonight the people of Ward 7 have decided on their new councillor in a hard fought byelection. Congratulations to Jeewen Gill. We look forward to you serving the City of Windsor and your residents.

The pandemic has left many businesses wondering what’s next? However, for these local businesses opportunity emerged allowing them to evolve amid the chaos. Splice Digital Perfetto Bistro Bottega GO FOG IT: Windsor Factory House https://thedrivemagazine.com/posts/a-new-direction/

What a Wonderful World : Toni Wells will have an exhibit from September 30 - December 23, 3030 at the Leamington Arts Centre. Featuring a familiar face from our issue last year Gavin Michael Booth titled "Tears". Be sure to read Toni's story and the inspiration behind her paintings in our next issue of The Drive magazine. Visit to learn more: https://www.facebook.com/Teemacdee13/

Our sister company LFX Supply Centre just released a new video. Explore "Where Outdoor Living Begins"

"I would like to be remembered as someone who used whatever talent she had to do her work to the very best of her ability." You most certainly will be. R.I.P. RBG... #change #notoriousRBG #feministstrong #supreme #justice #dissent

The Drive Hive This week we're featuring Alley Biniarz What inspired you to start writing? The first time I knew that I wanted to write was in the fourth grade when my desk got moved from my grade school crush. I decided to write a persuasive letter (and song) to my teacher to get me moved back, and though I didn’t send the letter, I loved the power I felt from the written word. As much as I loved reading and writing, my parents and teachers could never keep me focused or sti...ll for long enough to just sit and write something. I grew bored quickly and wanted to engage with others and hear their stories. I’ve always felt more inspired by other people, so journalistic writing paired with interesting in-person interviews felt like a good fit for me. I absolutely love talking to and meeting new people and hearing what story is in their heart. Everyone has a unique story to tell and I love excavating those untold stories. How long have you been writing? I’ve been professionally writing since 2016 but I began actively writing daily in my grade 12 writer’s craft class. Fun Fact about you: I’m currently a farmer and I once won a beauty pageant! (Miss Tecumseh 2012) Share something our readers wouldn't know about you: I’m a vegetarian who doesn’t like salad! What book is currently on your bedside table/favourite book? Favourite book: Franny & Zooey JD Salinger Current book: The Water Cure Sophie Macintosh What do you like to do when you're not writing? I love cooking and going out for local beers!

Local educator and president of the Essex County Black Historical Research Society Irene Moore Davis says that we need to take a deeper look at our streets and ask ourselves who they’re named after, what they’ve actually contributed to our region, and who we’re failing to represent? Take a brief glimpse into the hidden history of Windsor’s street names. https://thedrivemagazine.com/posts/whats-in-a-name/

Staying at home doesn't make it easy to meet peopleour newest issue explores what dating in the time of COVID is like. How have some of you been getting a little closer in this time of social distancing? https://thedrivemagazine.com//dating-in-the-time-of-covid/ #dating #covid #newnormal

Today is #NationalCoffeeDay and to support local we want YOU to tell us what your favourite coffee shop is? #shoplocal #coffee #chai #tea #coffeeshop

https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=YI3ieH8_-0s In 2018, Kathy and Ron Oglan experienced the unimaginable. Their son, Jackson had struggled with his mental health. He sought help and they worked through it as a family during high school and into his first year of university. Shortly after his return home, sadly Jackson lost the battle with his depression. This is their story about the importance of dealing with someone with Mental Health. It is an invaluable invest...ment in 12 minutes of your time, show it to loved ones, watch it with your kids and share amongst your friends. Remember that there is always help. 1-833-456-4566 Text: 45645 CMHA National / ACSM National Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor #BeThe1To #suicideprevention2020 #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #selfcare #SuicideAwareness #endthestigma #recovery #bekind #youarenotalone #ITSOKAYTOTALK #notalone

Fall is here- but it’s still a great time to stock up on all your outdoor furnishings for next summer! Our friends at LFX Supply Centre are having a huge SALE ...starting tomorrow, September 25 and going until October 10th! Up to 50% OFF Patio Furniture, Fire Tables, Umbrellas, Decor, Furniture Covers and MORE! Visit LFX Supply Centre at 1894 Manning Road 519-735-7777 www.lfxsupplycentre.com

We were super excited to see this article about Diversity and Inclusion in the most recent The Drive Magazine -- not least because one of our own FSWE colleagu...es, Colm Holmes (also President of the Board at Windsor Pride Community) was invited to share his perspective as well. ICYMI --> https://bit.ly/33TFmbX Update 9/29: Much gratitude to and admiration for Syx Langemann Photography for snapping Colm's photo, and Irene Moore Davis for writing the article!

The Ride to Survive 2020 is taking place on September 19th and 20th. Participants will put the pedal to the asphalt across the county while enjoying the beautiful scenery. In true Transition to Betterness (T2B), there will be several stops along the way for cyclists to pause and enjoy light bites and delicious refreshments supported by so many local establishments. To donate or participate visit: https://www.canadahelps.org///p2p/the-ride-to-survive2020/

September is Suicide Prevention Month and in our latest issue, we speak with mental health and addiction services on ways they have adapted to assist through the pandemic. This year marks Canadian Mental Health Association - Windsor 5-year anniversary. Like and Share to help raise awareness and support friends suffering in silence know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE #SuicidePrevention2020 #YouAreNotAlone https://thedrivemagazine.com/posts/coping-during-covid/

We tout our citys reputation as one of Canadas most welcoming and most ethnoculturally diverse communities. 27% of Windsorites and 15% of Essex County residents are newcomers. At a time where diversity and inclusion are in the spotlight, we explore Windsor's diversity Matrix with author and historian Irene Davis Moore. Learn about the many diverse members in our community as they help us answer the difficult question of "Are you there yet?" https://thedrivemagazine.com//diversity-and-inclusion-in-/ #diversitymatrix #YQGeditorial #inclusion #diversity #author

Our newest issue of The Drive magazine is now live and coming to your doorstep. We dive into Windsor's own who are resilient, and uncover how, and what has kept them strong, and motivated to succeed. Our diverse group of writers dig deep to share the real life stories that need to be told. https://thedrivemagazine.com/

We love seeing our local talent succeed. Last summer we featured Gavin Booth and his movie premier "Last Call". His movie and other works have continued to gain momentum and notoriety. Congratulations Gavin - we look forward to hearing more great stories about you. CMHA National / ACSM National Windsor International Film Festival... #mentalhealthawareness #thedrivemag https://www.cbc.ca//local-film-maker-windsor-essex-movie-1

"No visitors allowed!"...We're sharing stories of being pregnant during a pandemic, and how despite the challenges, the new moms found silver linings to this new normal. https://thedrivemagazine.com/po/pregnancy-and-the-pandemic/ Tell us about your experience.... Brought to you by Three Lambs Registry & Baby Boutique #pregnantduringapandemic #YQGshares #silverlining #newnormal2020

We're excited to move into our new offices with The Landscape Effects Group of Companies and more excited to get back into publishing next week. Watch for your copy of The Drive magazine at your doorsteps soon! #changeisgood #challengethestatusquo #alwaysevolve #yqgeditorial #thedrivemag

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. In 2016, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit prepared a Mental Health Profile of Windsor and Essex County. Their main objective was to capture the current status of mental health in our community. The most alarming is that the number of suicides is increasing in our area, and men accounted for nearly 3 in 4 self-harm deaths, in many cases, by intentional self-poisoning.... Read our past article below on the signs to watch for and help keep the conversation going. Now more than ever do our friends, family and colleagues need an open ear and open heart. #suicideprevention #awareness #community #mentalhealth

Talk about a great way to spend a Sunday . Many took part today in an ongoing session of "Goat Yoga". Participants find their namaste while sharing space with all different farm animals. Charlotte Freedom Farm is an all around sanctuary for rescued farm animals and hosts the yoga classes almost every two weeks.... Be sure to check out their Facebook page for more details... #oldmacdonald #eieioyoga #baaaaahhhh #thedrivemag

United Way / United Way Centraide of Windsor-Essex County will be hosting its Backpacks for Success backpack pick-up on August 25 and 27. Over 1,500 backpacks will be handed out to families with school aged children in West Windsor, Downtown Windsor and Leamington.

#BurgersToBeatMS with A&W Canada is now on. Thanks for sharing Jen the Star Wars Nerd, nothin nerdy bout that!

We are enjoying a sneak peek at the new Movati Athletic Club. Grand opening is tomorrow ... Be sure to check it out. #fitnessmotivation #fitlife #safetyfirstalways... #movati #homegrown #thedrviemag See more

Way to go #yqg. A ripple effect that will help in way we will never know.

Steven Del Duca, Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party / Parti Libéral de l'Ontario will discuss back to school in Windsor today and reopening plans for the GEDSB and WECDSB. What are your thoughts on kids going back to school this fall?

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We are saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Simon Wyn Edwards Photography is a craft practiced by many and mastered by few. Simon not only contributed as a master to his craft but was also as an asset to the community, the media and snapd Windsor There were not many events where you did not see Simon corralling groups to capture them in the right moment and all at their best. He was a great man to have attend any gathering. Our deepest condolences go out to his family,... friends and those he worked with in his field. Please consider support to the Go Fund Me campaign set up for the family: https://gf.me/u/ypix6q

As the editor of The Drive magazine, and a fellow Lebanese, I am thrilled to see the community in Windsor come together to help raise funds to send to the Red Cross in Lebanon. We hope to see you there! A BiG thank you to all those involved. #LebanonStrong #yqgstrong #communitylove #donatenow

Kudos to our partners Transition to Betterness (T2B) and Esteem Medical Esthetics. T2B continues to invent new and beneficial ways to help our community connect and donate to all the great initiatives and programs they take on. Consider being a part of their "Cause Marketing" campaigns and connect with Transition to Betterness ... [email protected]... #givewhereyoulive

Good to see both Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent represented in TripAdvisor's Picks. Both excellent places to dine. Check it out.... Mezzo Restaurant & Lounge Chatham Breakfast House & Grille... #dinelocal #tablefortwo #dontforgetdessert #tripadvisor #thedrivemag https://www.ontariossouthwest.com//top-tripadvisor-eater/

Despite all obstacles, the Mastracci family created their dream space in the middle of a pandemic. Perfetto Bistro relocated from Wyandotte to South Windsor managing a lot of turbulence yet have come out strong... Watch for this story and many others of true Windsor grit and our continued resilience coming to you from The Drive both online at https://thedrivemagazine.com/ and returning to your mailboxes and coffee tables in September. https://perfettobistro.ca/... #grit #againstallodds #pastalikenonas #gnocchiyum #shoplocal #perfetto #imperfettotimes #thedrivemag

The second Windsor Regional Hospital 50/50 Draw is now on. The last Winner took home over $90,000 and this one is growing to possibly pass $100,000. That same amount is invested in Critical Care equipment including Covid related needs. Get yours today. The draw is in 13 days!... #didyougetyours #winnerwinnerchickendinner #cantwinifyoudontplay #givewhereyoulive https://www.wrh5050.ca/

Ontario is reporting a spike in new COVID-19 infections today, Windsor, Ontario included. Stay safe everyone, be a HERO and wear your mask. https://www.cp24.com//ontario-reports-uptick-in-new-covid-... #wearamask #staysafe #doyourpart #beahero