General News

The City of Owen Sound is proud to celebrate Local Government Week from October 15 – 21. Every day, local governments serve their communities by providing programs and services that residents rely on daily.

The City of Owen Sound offers a variety of public skating seasonal memberships that can be easily and conveniently purchased online. The memberships are valid from September 24, 2023, until March 31, 2024. Public skating takes place at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Ontario government is investing $25.5 million over two years to help address the rise of hate incidents against religious and minority groups. The Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant will help faith-based and cultural organizations enhance or implement measures to ensure community spaces remain safe and secure. The deadline to apply for this grant is Tuesday, October 24 through the online application form.

The Municipality of Meaford and the City of Owen Sound are working together to offer use of the City’s Leaf and Yard Waste Depot to Meaford residents.  

Today, the Government of Canada announced a repayable contribution of $3.5 million for Hydrogen Optimized Inc. (HOI) to expand its production of clean hydrogen. The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) announced the investment at HOI’s headquarters in Owen Sound.

Last week, delegations from Owen Sound attended the Association of Municipalities Ontario (AMO) Annual General Meeting & Conference in London to meet with provincial ministries to discuss key issues affecting our region.  

With the 2023 Salmon Spectacular beginning today, residents and visitors are reminded that East Side and West Side boat launch passes can be easily and conveniently purchased online through the Owen Sound Boat Launch website. Day passes are available for $10 + HST, and Season Passes cost $100 + HST.

The City has learned of the passing of a valued community member, Sharif Rahman. City Council and staff, together with the community, mourn this tragic loss.

The City is pleased to announce that the proceeds from the Scotiabank Hockey Day in Canada event have officially been distributed to Community Foundation Grey Bruce and will be held in perpetuity. The interest earned from the funds will support projects helping children in Owen Sound who are facing financial barriers to playing hockey. 

Owen Sound Fire & Emergency Services is pleased to announce a partnership with Troy Life & Fire Safety for a public education campaign called Saved by the Beep. The initiative recognizes Thursday, September 28, 2023, as Ontario’s first ‘Test Your Smoke Alarm Day’.