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Who shoveled all of that snow this morning just to make sure they got their Paczki fix in #CKont? #ShroveTuesday #FatTuesday #PancakeTuesday #PaczkiDay #VisitCK

Do you have a new tourism idea and want to apply for the Spark program? Register for the virtual information session this Thursday February 17th at 11:30AM! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/info-session-chatham-kent-spark #VisitCK #CKont... Ontario Tourism Innovation Lab See more

Continue to stay safe as we find our way out of a stay-at-home order. Follow all CK Public Health and provincial guidelines as we navigate being "in the Red Zone". While restaurants can open for in-person dining, they are limited to only 10 patrons at a time and 4 people at one table. With that limitation, many are choosing to remain open only for take-out and delivery at this time. Some sites may choose to take their time re-opening to the public. Please be patient and kind! https://www.chatham-kent.ca//st/takeout/Pages/default.aspx

Register today for a free lecture from award winning author Esi Edugyan and a virtual tour of Uncle Tom's Cabin Historic Site. Click the link below to register for tours on February 18 and 23! www.heritagetrust.on.ca/hml #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Ontario Heritage Trust Buxton Museum Buxton's Next Generation Chatham-Kent Black Historical Society & Black Mecca Museum Living Chatham-Kent Esi Edugyan

It’s Family Day! We hope you enjoy some quality time with the ones you love and are able to get out and enjoy this beautiful winter day. #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK

Fish Friday! Wondering where to get your take-out or delivery from today? Check out Chatham-Kent Tourism's Take-Out list https://www.chatham-kent.ca//st/takeout/Pages/default.aspx Photo Credit: Lil Hil's Coffee Shop

Attention Chatham-Kent Tourism Businesses! Did you know you can get up to $20,000 BACK on money spent to re-open safely or stay open during the pandemic? You can even apply for funding for projects you are in the middle of or even plan to do by the end of this year. Deadline to apply, January 29, 2021. Find out more by emailing Chatham-Kent Tourism at [email protected] or call 1-800-561-6125 to speak to someone directly about this incredible funding opportunity. ... Get more details and apply today for the Tourism Adaptation Fund here https://www.swotc.ca/adapt-en. Pictured: Sons of Kent Brewing Co new patio created for social distancing.

Winter in #CKont doesn't always mean capturing snowy photos when you are out enjoying the season. We love this gorgeous shot taken at Paxton's Bush. Do you have a cool winter photo you'd be willing to share with us? We'd love to post them and add them to our photo gallery! #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #WinterinCK #LivingCK Living Chatham-Kent

A great way to support your neighbours in #CKont is as easy as ordering take-out! Keep in mind, some places are altering their hours and even their menu offerings, so it's best to call ahead. Mamma Maria's Italian Restaurant is just one of many great places on our Chatham-Kent Tourism Take-Out list here https://www.chatham-kent.ca//st/takeout/Pages/default.aspx But you can find places near you, no matter what community you are in here https://www.chatham-kent.ca//st/take...out/Pages/default.aspx Not seeing your favourite spot on the list? Let us know by email at [email protected] #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #TakeOut Living Chatham-Kent

How exciting! It's always great when it's time to ice fish safely on the frozen waters of CK. For more information on how to safely enjoy this popular winter activity in Chatham-Kent, visit our CK Tourism website at https://www.chatham-kent.ca//fishing/Pages/Ice-Fishing.aspx #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK #IceFishing Living Chatham-Kent

Syd Kemsley Florist in Chatham has a wide variety of artificial arrangements as well as handcrafted bouquets. Or buy them the gift that keeps on giving with weekly or monthly floral deliveries! For more ways to support local and #ShopCK this holiday season go to VisitCK.ca! #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Bowl of Cream will be in Kingston Park today from 2-4PM! Grab a delicious treat for yourself and a gift card for someone on your list! Check out our website for other ways to support local and #ShopCK this holiday season! https://www.chatham-kent.ca//Holiday%20Shopping%20in%20CK. #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Celebrate New Years Eve safely by staying home and ordering in! Check out our list of local takeout options organized by community! Make sure you call ahead and pre-order! https://www.chatham-kent.ca//st/takeout/Pages/default.aspx #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #ShopCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

The Retro Suites Hotel was recently approved for the World Travel & Tourism Council Safe Travels Stamp! This is an internationally recognized program that builds confidence in visitors and showcases your health and safety protocols! Email [email protected] or visit our website to start your quick and easy application today https://www.chatham-kent.ca//CK-Tourism-Covid-19-Tool-Kit. #VisitCK #LivingCK #SeeYouinCK #ShopCK #CKont Living Chatham-Kent Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO)

Looking forward to warmer days in #CKont in 2021! #VisitCK #LivingCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent

Shelley's Painted Treasures'N Quilt Shop in Dresden has seasonal patterns and handmade gifts in stock! For more ways to support local and #ShopCK go to VisitCK.ca! #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

All fresh Christmas Tree Farms in #CKont are open as of this coming weekend. To find out how to get yours this year, along with other fun holiday events, check out our website. https://www.chatham-kent.ca//see/Pages/Holidays-in-CK.aspx #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #ShopCK #ChristmasTrees Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Congratulations to Korin S. of Tilbury, last week’s Dream Day in CK Winner! Her Dream Day in CK was a holiday tour visiting Christmas tree farms and local shops! We are pleased to present Korin with $1000 in gift cards to enjoy her Dream Day in CK! We’ve tagged her adventures to come in the comments below! #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #ShopCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Thank you for exploring Chatham-Kent and support local business in 2020! #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent

Tomorrow - you can get up to $1000 back in what you've spent to open your business safely. Find out more now. - https://mailchi.mp//tourism-covid-19-update-march-23-49739

Meraki Made with Love's grand opening is today at 55 Forest St in Chatham! They are now open 10-7 everyday until Christmas selling items from local artists and vendors. Remember to support small business and #ShopCK this holiday season! #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Blacksmith and Tin in Highgate have pre-cut Christmas trees and their store is filled with great gifts and holiday decorations! They are open Saturday and Sunday 10-4. For other holiday happenings in #CKont check out VisitCK.ca! #VisitCK #LivingCK #ShopCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Another great holiday shopping option, this time in Wallaceburg, Ontario. So great to see the Re:find Charity Thrift Shoppe will safely be opening its doors tomorrow. Looking for other shopping ideas within #CKont? Be sure to have a look at our holiday shopping page https://www.chatham-kent.ca//Holiday%20Shopping%20in%20CK. #SeeYouinCK #ShopCK #VisitCK #LivingCK... Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Tourism Operators! It's time! Get up to $1000 in expenses reimbursed for materials purchased to reopen safely. #Covid19 Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

We don’t want to give away the farm but how about this peek inside @redbarnbrewingcompany. It’s officially open for inside enjoyment following all Covid19 protocols. #CheersEh #SeeYouInCK #VisitCK @livingchathamkent @ckecdev

ATTENTION TOURISM OPERATORS The SWOTC Safe Openings Program TOMORROW at 10a.m. Get up to $1000 back through the SWOTC Safe Openings Program SWOTC will reimburse you up to $1,000 (pre-tax) towards items purchased to meet safety requirements to allow for the safe re-opening of your business. (minimum reimbursement of $500 pre-tax).... Reimbursements are retroactive to April 1, 2020 and can be applied to things like physcial distancing (ex. signs, plexiglass etc), technology upgrades supporting touchless service, increased cleaning and sanitization, other requirements as outlined in "A Framework for Reopening our Province" Intake form https://static1.squarespace.com//Safe+Opening+Program+Dece Send applications to [email protected] at 10am Tuesday, November 24. Applications sent before this time will not be considered.

Chatham-Kent residents - what's your Dream Day in CK? Let us know for a chance to win* it! #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK Learn more here https://www.chatham-kent.ca///dream-day-in-ck-contest.aspx *must be a resident of Chatham-Kent to win... Complete details and rules in the link above. Please note - we will never ask for credit card details nor will we share information. See more

Chatham-Kent sure does look beautiful in the snow #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK

We are in for some very mild November weather later in the week. Perfect for patio lunches and dinners! Where will you be dining to take advantage of the weather and support local? https://www.chatham-kent.ca/visitck/stayandeat//Patios.aspx #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK #PatioDining ... Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Living Chatham-Kent

Today is the last day of Historic Downtown Chatham BIA's Home for the Holiday's Open House! Start your holiday shopping early and support local this season! #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #ShopCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Barrypatch Collectibles The Purple Pansy flower boutique Lorrie's Country Nook

Don't forget to check out Discover Art Blenheim today at Talbot Trail Place from 9-3 for great gifts from local vendors! You can also visit our website to discover more holiday events https://www.chatham-kent.ca//see/Pages/Holidays-in-CK.aspx #VisitCK #LivingCK #ShopCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Westbrook's Flower Shoppe is a locally owned business in Wallaceburg that has carefully chosen giftware, décor, and seasonal floral arrangements. Visit our website for other ways you can #ShopCK and support local businesses this holiday season. https://www.chatham-kent.ca//Holiday%20Shopping%20in%20CK.. #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Downtown Wallaceburg BIA

This is just one of many great announcements this week surrounding financial assistance for reimbursement of costs related to Covid-19.

Attention #CKont Tourism Operators CK Tourism is offering you the chance to attend the 2020 Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) Virtual Tourism Summit on us. This virtual conference takes place in the afternoons of Oct. 27/28 and you can do it from anywhere! For details or your free ticket email us [email protected] Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Living Chatham-Kent

Wondering where to get this year’s newest holiday trend? Hot Chocolate Bombs are available at the The Sugar Shack Wallaceburg! See below for details!

Want to get a head start on your holiday shopping? Stop by Talbot Trail Place Saturday November 14th from 9-3 for Discover Art Blenheim's Christmas Version! Pick up your map at Talbot Trail Place and safely explore local vendors throughout the park. #VisitCK #LivingCK #ShopCK #CKont #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Blenheim Rotary Club Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Hoping your night is full of more treats than tricks. Happy haunting on this Halloween night! #Halloween2020 #VisitCK #seeyouinck #LivingCk

We have a brand new gem of a tourism experience right in #CKont at TJ Stables. The Spirit Horse & Tipi Encounter offers a chance to meet and connect with Ojibway Spirit Horses, allowing you to feel their power of healing and resilience. Roam among the wild horses, feeling their energy, stay overnight in a traditional tipi and take part in traditional singing and drumming of Native songs. Check out this incredible blog by "Lost with Luis" blogger Luis Cabrera. We are so very #...CKProud. https://www.lostwithluis.com/home/tjstables #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #LivingCK Destination Ontario Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) Indigenous Tourism Ontario

It’s also the opening day for Sloan's Christmas Tree Village! Village 1 and Village 2 are open with plenty of family friendly activities! If you are planning on staying for the day, pre-book your tickets at Sloan’s website https://sloansvillage.ca/. For a full list of tree farms in #CKont visit our website https://www.chatham-kent.ca//see/Pages/Holidays-in-CK.aspx! #VisitCK #LivingCK #ShopCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services

Today and tomorrow are your final days to enjoy the fun activities at the Tilbilly Halloween / Hayride. Check out our web page for details! https://www.chatham-kent.ca//Tilbilly-Halloween-Adventure-

Why #ShopCK? Because YOUR purchase could possibly make the difference between a local business in #CKont being open or closed next year. It's a harsh reality to face, but a real one during a pandemic. We have so many great local businesses, some offering curbside pick-up and even delivery if you aren't comfortable physically going in! #VisitCK #CKont #LivingCK #SeeYouInCK #supportlocal... Antiquated Joys of Blenheim on Crazy 8 Barn The Popcorn Barn Sam's Percolator Barrypatch Collectibles Living Chatham-Kent

Congratulations to our fourth Dream Day in CK winner, Roxanne B! Stay tuned to find out what Roxanne’s Dream Day includes! Visit our website VisitCK.ca for itinerary ideas and more information on the Dream Day in CK contest. Municipality of Chatham-Kent Living Chatham-Kent #VisitCK #LivingCK #CKont

Attention Tourism Businesses of #CKont! Want to learn how you can attend this year's TIAO Summit online for FREE??? Email [email protected] today!

Tourism Operators New RRRF Funding is available if you haven't applied yet! Check out the new criteria and apply today here http://www.feddevontario.gc.ca///723.nsf/eng/h_02581.html Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Living Chatham-Kent

Fall paddling? Yes please! What else is there to do in the fall in #CKont? We've got some great ideas for you here! https://www.chatham-kent.ca//seeyoui/Pages/Fall-in-CK.aspx #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK #LivingCK Destination Ontario Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation

Another great #CKont feature at the #OTS20 Tourism Summit thanks to Destination Ontario! We are so proud to work with the great team there and appreciate all they do for us and our tourism operators. Thanks Lisa and all for sharing our #SeeYouinCK campaign and video! #VisitCK Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services... Municipality of Chatham-Kent See more

We were so excited to be a part of the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) video shoot. See what businesses and people of #CKont you can recognize in here! #VisitCK #SeeYouInCK #LivingCK Living Chatham-Kent Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Darrin Canniff Municipality of Chatham-Kent

Proud to see TJ Stables featured during this year’s #OTS20 Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) Summit. She was one of Spark winners earlier this year, which lead to the creation of her Spirit Horse Encounter. Congrats to all! #TourismMatters #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK

Today and tomorrow, we (and many of our tourism operators) are taking in the virtual Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) Tourism Summit. Imagine our excitement when our a few of our local tourism champions were showcased in the opening video...with another yet to come! #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK Red Barn Brewing Company Buxton Museum Parks Blueberries Darrin Canniff Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services... Living Chatham-Kent Municipality of Chatham-Kent See more

Do you have a "go to day" you prefer to support our local restaurants? Are you more of a #TakeOutTuesday person or just when you don't feel like cooking? #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK #LivingCK

Congratulations to Barb T. of Wheatley, last week’s Dream Day in CK Winner! Her Dream Day in CK included a fishing charter, visiting local produce stands, and dinner at Renny's in Wheatley. We are pleased to present Barb with $1000 to enjoy her Dream Day in CK! We’ve tagged her adventures to come in the comments below! Living Chatham-Kent Municipality of Chatham-Kent #VisitCK #ShopLocal #CKont

How cool is this! Have you voted today? #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK Living Chatham-Kent

This week is your last chance to visit Greatview Orchards for the 2020 season! Stop by for some fresh local produce or pumpkins to add to your fall decorations. Living Chatham-Kent Municipality of Chatham-Kent #VisitCK #ShopLocal #CKont

It's so exciting to see TJ Stables and their Spirit Horse Encounter, developed through Ontario Tourism Innovation Lab last year as a part of this! #VisitCK #SeeYouinCK

How cool! The Downtown Dresden Night Market may not be happening, but the group is highlighting past vendors, so you can safely "visit" them anyway! #SeeYouinCK #ShopCK #VisitCK #LivingCK Chatham-Kent Economic Development Services Living Chatham-Kent

HUGE news many have been waiting for! #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #LivingCK

Attention Tourism Operators! There is some new help coming your way. Check this out #VisitCK #LivingCK

Sound on!!!! It’s crunchy leaf season and it’s Music to our ears! Grab a latte from your favourite local coffee shop and embrace fall in #CKont. https://www.chatham-kent.ca//seeyoui/Pages/Fall-in-CK.aspx #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #FallLeafCrunch

Why #ShopCK? Because when you purchase at locally owned businesses rather than nationally owned, more money is kept in the community. Where are your favourite places to #ShopCK? https://www.chatham-kent.ca//shoppingdi/Pages/default.aspx

This is your second last weekend of the year to enjoy Taylor Fish Company hot and fresh meals! #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #LivingCK

Mark your calendars for this tentative date!

Happy Thanksgiving! While 2020 is proving to be a bit more challenging than expected, there are still so many things to be thankful for today. #SeeYouinCK #VisitCK #LivingCK

What a great bakery trail in Chatham-Kent! #SeeYouInCK