Everyday Life

Lakeshore and Windsor-Essex have one of the most skilled, dedicated and progressive labour forces in Canada. Our working men and women carry on the spirit of being open to change and diversity, being responsive to inspiration and being dedicated to the work assigned to them.

Source: Statistics Canada 2006 Census

Lakeshore's workforce is also an educated one. Nearly 60% of Lakeshore's population is between 25 and 64 years of age and has completed a post-secondary program and obtained a certificate or degree.

Source: Statistics Canada 2006 Census

We are part of a community with different heritages. Nearly 20% of Lakeshore's population speaks both of Canada's official languages: English and French. And just as many speak other languages, a bonus which is seldom found elsewhere.

Our community conscience labour force has an outstanding record for being responsible, generous members of our community, offering remarkable and ongoing support to good causes in Lakeshore and all around the area.

Lakeshore, as an influential part of Windsor-Essex, has within easy reach a broad and encompassing spectrum of educational opportunities, from English and French elementary schools (four French including a French Immersion school), both Public and Roman Catholic. Both of our two high schools also have enhanced French programs along with the standard curriculum. Lakeshore is fortunate to have both the University of Windsor and St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology within a 30 minute drive.

Lakeshore residents can choose from a mix of urban, rural or lakefront home sites. The Lighthouse Cove area features a series of canals on which each resident enjoys direct waterfront access to Lake St. Clair, not to mention one of the oldest lighthouses in the country. Smaller traditional communities or 'neighbourhoods' such as Woodslee and Stoney Point provide a picturesque country setting with modern services.

Just a few short miles from Lakeshore, the Windsor/Detroit area provides all of the trappings of a large metropolitan centre. World class gaming like Caesar's Windsor, professional sports, theatre, museums, a growing list of nationally rated public access golf courses and some of the finest waterfront parks on the planet are sure to satisfy even the most discriminating of consumers.

Lakeshore works with the Windsor-Essex Development Commission. Visit their website to find out more about Lakeshore and Essex County.

For further information and confidential assistance, contact Ruth Coursey, Chief Administrative Officer at (519) 728-2700 or via email at rcoursey@lakeshore.ca.