Posted On: Friday, May 18, 2018
The council meeting was immediately followed by a session of committee of the whole. A recording of this meeting can be found on the County’s YouTube Channel. Potential future improvements discussed for Hwy 26 at Craigleith
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Posted On: Friday, May 18, 2018
Treasure Shop - closing at noon on Saturday May 19 and relocating after the May long weekend.
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Posted On: Friday, May 18, 2018
On Friday, June 1, Grey County is partnering with the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) Lakeland District for a one-day event to discuss planning and health awareness for age-friendly communities. The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Grey County Administration Building, 595 9th Avenue East in Owen Sound.
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Posted On: Friday, May 18, 2018
Committee of the Whole votes to increase compensation effective July 1 at the 50th Percentile $192,717 - 1% increase to annual taxation levy. To be ratified at the next Council meeting.
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Posted On: Friday, May 18, 2018
Public Meeting proposed for Monday June 4, 7pm.
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Posted On: Thursday, May 17, 2018
Resignation of Michael Seguin as Councillor of The Blue Mountains: Tuesday May 8, 2018
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Posted On: Wednesday, May 16, 2018
New Name, Same Great Race, Thornbury-Clarksburg, Beaver Valley Community Centre June 14 (time trials) June 16 (road race)
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Posted On: Tuesday, May 15, 2018
The OPP and area police forces are teaming up with the Grey Bruce Health Unit to support opioid awareness during summer R.I.D.E. checks. Photo – Constables Jon Aitken (Owen Sound) and Alina Grelik (OPP) with Opioid Awareness card.
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Posted On: Sunday, May 13, 2018
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Posted On: Friday, May 11, 2018
Vote Closes Monday, May 14th!
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Posted On: Thursday, May 10, 2018
There were new hikes, new sponsorship campaign, increased numbers of hikers, more pledge sheets AND a total of $168,500 dollars was raised with 8 hikes on Sunday throughout Grey Bruce for the Chapman Hospice House in Owen Sound
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Posted On: Monday, May 7, 2018
Councillor Michael Martin to run for Deputy Mayor for the Town of The Blue Mountains and new additions to the slate
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Posted On: Saturday, May 5, 2018
Riverside Greenhouses is a family owned, full service garden centre located in the heart of the Beaver Valley and has been providing the local community with home grown plants for years
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Posted On: Saturday, May 5, 2018
The South Georgian Bay Labour Task Force has been hard at work since the fall Business in Motion event implementing some great audience developed ideas. On May 10, find out how these projects are progressing, including an update on affordable accommodation as well as a more specific deep-dive into attainable accommodation
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Posted On: Friday, May 4, 2018
A dark day for democracy in our Town, but he is not alone in being forced out of office for the way in which he advocated for his constituents.
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Posted On: Friday, May 4, 2018
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Posted On: Monday, April 30, 2018
A Special Meeting of Council was called for 10 am on Monday to receive a report from the Integrity Commissioner on a complaint filed by our former CAO against Councillor Seguin.
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Posted On: Sunday, April 29, 2018
On Saturday, April 19th, Steve Schofield representing the Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary Club, presented a $1000 cheque to Meaford Coyotes Track Club head coach, Kevin Hooper. The money will be used to help cover some of the team's race expenses. Several members of the Coyotes were on hand for the presentation.
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Posted On: Saturday, April 28, 2018
Daniel Hambly, Liberal Candidate for Simcoe Grey was the speaker at the Citizens Forum on Monday April 30th.
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Posted On: Friday, April 27, 2018
David Matthews has been appointed the candidate for the NDP
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Posted On: Friday, April 27, 2018
Jesseca Perry lives in Barrie with her husband, their young children, and their energetic dog.
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Posted On: Thursday, April 26, 2018
Jim Wilson, MPP was first elected to the Ontario Legislature in 1990.
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Posted On: Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Town of The Blue Mountains’ Solid Waste Division has been granted $2.3 million from the provincial Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change. The Town applied to the Municipal Greenhouse Gas Challenge Fund for support of a project that will replace tanker haulage of landfill leachate with a forcemain and pump station.
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Posted On: Sunday, April 22, 2018
Is your workplace hiring new and young workers this summer? If so, are you aware of significant employer obligations to protect their safety and health, including training? Beginning May 1, 2018, Ministry of Labour (Ministry) inspectors will commence a health, safety and employment standards enforcement blitz of retail establishments, restaurants, tourist-related businesses and other workplaces that typically hire seasonal summer staff.
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Posted On: Friday, April 20, 2018
Notice of Public Open House and Notice of Public Meeting to Consider a New Comprehensive Zoning By-law
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Posted On: Thursday, April 19, 2018
The Blue Mountains Public Library Board elected from its members, Odette Bartnicki to the position of Chair of the Board to terminate with the closing of this Board cycle. John McKean will be stepping down.
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Posted On: Thursday, April 19, 2018
Bluewater District School Board is pleased to announce that Cynthia Lemon has been appointed to the position of Superintendent of Education, effective May 1, 2018.
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Posted On: Tuesday, April 17, 2018
This April, Grey County is running a five-day campaign to better understand homelessness in our communities and to connect those in need with supports and services. From April 23-27, individuals and families who are without reliable shelter are encouraged to attend one of 13 drop-in hubs throughout the county. Staff, partners and volunteers will inform attendees about programs and services and other supports.
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Posted On: Saturday, April 7, 2018
Communities across Canada will come together to participate in a national day of action to raise awareness and funds for hospice palliative care.
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Posted On: Saturday, April 7, 2018
The Blue Mountains Curling Centre (“BMCC”) is pleased to announce its kick-off event on the Easter weekend was a huge success with over 245 curlers taking to the ice to try out the use of the Beaver Valley Arena as a Curling Centre.
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Posted On: Saturday, April 7, 2018
Michael Martin and Meals on Wheels volunteer, Karen Stewart visit with, Minnie Sheridan, a recipient of the Meals on Wheels program. The Thornbury program relies on 6 volunteers, Mary Ann Dinsmore, Norm and Joan Haldane, Pattie Bastie, Mary Sandell and Karen Stewart to deliver 312 meals a year. Meals are delivered 2 days a week. If you are interested in volunteering please call 519-372-2091 press 6, 1-800-267-3798 press 6
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Posted On: Saturday, April 7, 2018
Tuesday, May 1st, 9am-2pm, Blue Mountain Resort, Village Conference Centre, 242 Jozo Weider Boulevard, The Blue Mountains
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Posted On: Saturday, April 7, 2018
The purpose of this survey is to collect information regarding housing market conditions for employees in the South Georgian Bay tourism industry. The objective is to help design a program that would support the creation of a wider range of attainable housing in the region. This survey consists of 22 questions and should take approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. All responses will be kept confidential.
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Posted On: Wednesday, April 4, 2018
Thinking about running in the 2018 municipal election or school board election this fall? Find out what you need to know at an upcoming candidate information sessions.
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Posted On: Wednesday, April 4, 2018
The BMCC's AGM, held March 28th at the March Street Centre was a great success.
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Posted On: Sunday, April 1, 2018
Blue Mountains Review - April
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Posted On: Sunday, April 1, 2018
On Tuesday, April 3, 2018, the Business Enterprise Centre (BEC) will join the Economic Development Department at the Grey County Administration building, located at 595 9th Avenue East.
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Posted On: Wednesday, March 28, 2018
It’s “Back to the Future” at Pharmasave
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Posted On: Tuesday, March 20, 2018
The rumour is True! No, the rumour is Wrong! What? Well, would you believe both are true? Yes, the Orchid is closing and yes, the Orchid will still be in business, but at a new wonderful location at the other end of town.
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Posted On: Monday, March 19, 2018
Communications channels are growing with technology, and we have so many sources of information, it can sometimes be difficult to get our message heard. With your help, we hope to identify the best channels for the information we are working to convey. Whether you are a business, a visitor or a full/part-time resident, we look forward to hearing from you.
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Posted On: Monday, March 19, 2018
March 27th 2018, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Craigleith Community Centre, 132 Lakeshore Road East, The Blue Mountains
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Posted On: Tuesday, March 13, 2018
Thursday, March 22, 4-6pm, Georgian College, Collingwood
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Posted On: Monday, March 12, 2018
Town of The Blue Mountains, ON – March 12, 2018 – The municipalities of Collingwood, Clearview Township, The Blue Mountains, Wasaga Beach and the Collingwood General and Marine Hospital are currently in the process of transitioning its Mayors’ Forum to a Municipal Forum, as the hospital, following best practice around the province, moves away from having municipal representatives on the Board of Trustees effective July 12, 2018. These members will be replaced by individuals from across the region selected on the basis of the skills and experience they bring to the Board.
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Posted On: Friday, March 9, 2018
Held at the Council Chambers, Town Hall, Thornbury re: Consideration of 23 Townhouse Units – Part of Park Lot 10, RP 16R-1213 (Louisa Street)
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Posted On: Saturday, March 3, 2018
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Posted On: Wednesday, February 28, 2018
Grey County Council met on Thursday, February 22 at 9:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers. The council meeting was immediately followed by a session of committee of the whole.
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Posted On: Saturday, February 24, 2018
ONTARIO U16 ALPINE SKIERS NAMED FOR NATIONALS Eight local athletes headed to National Championships in The Blue Mountains. Opening ceremonies taking place on Tuesday, March 6th at 5pm in the Village Plaza
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Posted On: Wednesday, February 21, 2018
Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary President Steven Schofield presented Blue Mountains Public Library with two cheques for new books.
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Posted On: Wednesday, February 21, 2018
Watershed Municipalities and Watershed Media
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Posted On: Friday, February 9, 2018
Nori Szabó, Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary's International Youth Exchange student from Hungary, was joined by 12 of her colleagues on Sunday evening when all the RYE students in the district were brought to Ravenna to begin their annual Ski Days Conference. Many had traveled through white out conditions to get to the gathering. Their drivers were the half dozen volunteer "Red Coats" - District Youth Exchange Officers - who run the RYE program. As usual, there was great excitement at being together and anticipation for two days of skiing.
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Posted On: Tuesday, February 6, 2018
February 2018 - Blue Mountains Review and Citizens Pages
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Posted On: Sunday, February 4, 2018
The Economic Development Advisory Committee presented updates on their key priorities to Council at the Committee of the Whole, Jan 29 including:
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Posted On: Monday, January 15, 2018
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Posted On: Tuesday, January 2, 2018
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Posted On: Saturday, August 5, 2017
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