General City News

The Owen Sound River District is proud to announce it is the recipient of two Festival and Events Ontario Awards. The Innovation Award was received in recognition of the Wheel & Ride event, and a Top 100 Award was received in recognition of Holiday Magic.

The City’s Short-Term Rental Licensing By-law is now in effect. All short-term rentals (STRs) located in Owen Sound require a licence to operate.

Owen Sound Tourism is excited to celebrate the 11^th edition of the City's award-winning Savour Owen Sound event! Everyone is invited to treat their tastebuds to a creative culinary experience from 11 participating restaurants located in and around the City this March. 

Last night, Owen Sound Council received a deputation from Janice Atwood-Petkovski, Co-Principle with Principles Integrity, the City’s Integrity Commissioner. The deputation was an overview of their annual report submitted to Council.

Last night, Owen Sound City Council approved the 2024 Budget. 

As spring approaches and the City of Owen Sound experiences more extreme freeze-thaw cycles, many roads have sustained damage and potholes are appearing. Staff are repairing damage in priority areas across the city and remind drivers to use caution and report areas of concern.

Calling all vendors, artisans, community groups, schools, commercial services and more! The annual Hottest Street Sale is returning to the River District on Saturday, July 13 and registration for vendors is now open.

The Tom Thomson Art Gallery is pleased to launch the Living Histories self-guided historic walking tour developed by local historian and writer Richard J. Thomas. This tour was created in connection with the Living Histories: J. James exhibition currently on view at the Art Gallery until March 16.  

The City of Owen Sound is pleased to announce the 2024 inductees to the Sports Hall of Fame! The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, May 3 at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre.  

Love isn't the only thing in the air this Valentine's Day; opportunity is too! The City is pleased to announce its collaboration with Grey County and other community partners to play cupid in your career journey on Wednesday, February 14