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WEATHER

Daylight saving time will officially began in North America on Sunday March 9, 2025, when clocks move forward by an hour. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 2:00 A.M. On Saturday night, clocks are set back 1 hour (i.e., gaining 1 hour) to “fall back.” Note: Since the time changes at 2:00 A.M., we generally change our clocks before bed on Saturday.

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CELEBRATING CANADA

CELEBRATING CANADA

60th Anniversary of our Flag which is a symbol that unites Canadians and reflects the common values we take pride in — democracy, inclusion and equity and VIDEOS: We are Canadian': 25 years later; Tom Green; Elbows Up; Jim Cuddy; Battle Hymn of the Republic

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What's going on at The Corner in Thornbury

What's going on at The Corner in Thornbury

Anyone wondering why Thornbury's signature building at the corner of Bruce Street and Hwy 26 suddenly morphed into a giant blue cube may be thinking it is 2015 all over again. That's when Randall and Jane Litchfield last renovated their iconic building that now houses The Corner Cafe & Grill, The Georgian Artisan Shop, and three upstairs apartments. That renovation took the better part of a year and transformed a 140-year-old gem into the completely updated structure it is today.

Playground Equipment Replacement at Bayview Park

Playground Equipment Replacement at Bayview Park

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public that removal of existing playground equipment, and installation of new playground equipment at Bayview Park is scheduled to begin in the last week of May 2025.

Temporary Lane Restrictions - Bay Street East & Grey Street South - Beginning May 26, 2025

Temporary Lane Restrictions - Bay Street East & Grey Street South - Beginning May 26, 2025

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public of upcoming temporary lane restrictions.

Penalties for Non-Compliance with Lobbyist Registry Now in Effect Following Conclusion of Grace Period

Penalties for Non-Compliance with Lobbyist Registry Now in Effect Following Conclusion of Grace Period

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise members of the public that enforcement of penalties for undisclosed lobbying activities and non-compliance with the Town’s Lobbyist Registry come into effect on Monday, May 12, 2025.

Town Partners with peopleCare to Deliver Much-Needed Long-Term Care

Town Partners with peopleCare to Deliver Much-Needed Long-Term Care

The Town of The Blue Mountains is pleased to announce a significant partnership with peopleCare Communities to enable the development of a new long-term care (LTC) home in the Craigleith area on a section of the former Tee’s Please property.

Mayor Matrosovs Responds to Strong Mayor Powers

Mayor Matrosovs Responds to Strong Mayor Powers

The Town of The Blue Mountains acknowledges the Province of Ontario's expansion of Strong Mayor Powers that came into effect on May 1, 2025. Town staff have been working with the Mayor to understand the scope of the powers and to learn about the impacts of the changes.

Official Plan Review

Official Plan Review

The final modifications have now been completed and are scheduled to be presented to Council for final decision at the May 12, 2025, Council Meeting.

Ontario Proposing to Expand Strong Mayor Powers to 169 Additional Municipalities

Ontario Proposing to Expand Strong Mayor Powers to 169 Additional Municipalities

Expansion will help municipalities deliver on provincial priorities like building homes and infrastructure

Grey County welcomes new Deputy Chief Administrative Officer

Grey County welcomes new Deputy Chief Administrative Officer

Grey County is pleased to announce that Niall Lobley will be appointed as the new Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (Deputy CAO), effective May 20, 2025.

Know Where You Are: Respect the Rules Regarding Illegal Motorized Vehicle Use On Conservation and County Lands

Know Where You Are: Respect the Rules Regarding Illegal Motorized Vehicle Use On Conservation and County Lands

Unauthorized use of ATVs, dirt bikes, trucks, and even golf carts is creating lasting damage on County and Conservation Authority lands. Deep ruts, eroded slopes, and crushed vegetation are not just unsightly, they impact ecosystems, destroy habitats, spread invasive species, and jeopardize the future of our natural spaces.

Weather Event Update - Tuesday, April 1

Weather Event Update - Tuesday, April 1

The Town would like to provide an update regarding the weekend weather event and the forecasted conditions for Wednesday, April 2. Crews have been working to restore power, open roads and clear debris throughout the municipality and are preparing for additional precipitation. In the event of an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.

2024 Public Salary Disclosure for the Town

2024 Public Salary Disclosure for the Town

In accordance with the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, 1996, The Town of The Blue Mountains has disclosed and submitted the names, positions, salaries and total taxable benefits of employees paid $100,000 or more during the 2024 calendar year to the Ministry of Finance.

MAY 28TH

Children Arts Exhibit, Park Revitalization, Grey County Council Meeting; Today in History; Support for Festivals $155,000; Parkinson's Festival June 22

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MAY 21ST

New playground equipment at Bayview Park, Paramedic Services Week 2025, C-Arm Digital Imaging Equipment, New Road Safety Campaign, Beaver River Trail Working Group, Today in History Jax Pays It Forward, Dinosaurs Arrive at Grey Roots, Landfill Scale Emergency Purchase

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MAY 14TH

Canada Post Strike??; Youth Fees Waived at Tomahawk; Long Term Care Facility Coming; Penalties for Non-Compliance with Lobbyist Registry Now in Effect; The Creation of a “Foodbelt”; Receive Measles Vaccines Earlier; Grey County welcomes CAO Randy Scherzer; Collingwood Township History Book On-Line; Today in History; Grey County Long-Term Care Receives Award; Support for Georgian Bay’s First Relay For Life Event

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MAY 7TH

Emergency Preparedness Week, Strong Mayor Powers, Official Plan Final Draft, New Platform for Bylaw Concerns, Ontario Primary Care Act 2025, CMGH Foundation launches Podcast, Today in History, Ontario Development Fund to Protect Workers, Search for Town CAO begins

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MAY 1ST

WORLD MIGRATORY BIRD DAY - MAY 10; U11 Georgian Shores Lightning win, Town Recreation Facilities open May 5th; Town to Purchase 122 Hoffman Street $4.5 million; Grey County Survey; Seniors Matters Today; Goal - Improve the soil to grow healthier plants; County COW update; Native Tree Seed Collection Club; Grey Rd 119 Upgrade; Forage Expo 2025; 100+ Women Who Care South Georgian Triangle; Measles Update; Indoor Tennis Facility?; Blue Mountains Run Club; Pope Francis; Congratulations Joe and Julian; Master Gardener; The Bracket of Summer

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APRIL 23RD

Canada Book Day, Clarksburg Easter Egg Hunt, Notice of Public Information Centre for Recreational Development of 130 King St. W., Blue Mountains Council vote against Strong Mayor Powers, Grey County Council Committee of the Whole April 11; Notice of Completion - Town-Wide Wastewater Master Plan Environmental Assessment; Today in History

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APRIL 16TH

130 King Street West Property Development Survey May 2nd; Ontario Proposing to Expand Strong Mayor Powers; Today in history; Ontario Unlocking Free Trade Within Canada; Ontario Investing In Transit In Municipalities Across Simcoe-Grey

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APRIL 9TH

50th Anniversary of the Beaver as a Canadian Symbol; CFGB Community Grants close April 15; BBBSGBWS secures $1,046,964.00; Ontario Supporting Cultural Tourism; Respect the Rules Regarding Illegal Motorized Vehicle Use On Conservation and County Lands; Measles Update; New World Of Music; Today in History; Reel Roots Film Screening Series Launches at Grey Roots

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APRIL 2ND

Federal Election Simcoe Grey; Ice Storm 2025; O Canada at Council Meetings; Volunteer Recognition Awards; CAO Resigns; Thornbury West Construction begins; In Memoriams, County Road Exchanges; Sustainability Summit; Circular Materials; Traffic Woes; Sunshine List; Seniors Matters Today; The Master Gardener’s Corner; The Cat Came Back; Pollinate Blue Mountains; Zen and the Art of Flyfishing; The Housing Design Catalogue; Georgian Shores Lightning; Beaver Valley Figure Skating; Winter is Over!!

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MARCH 26TH

Federal Government Unveils Designs as Part of The Housing Design Catalogue; Construction Tender Awarded for Thornbury West Phase 1B Reconstruction; CAO Resigns; Federal Election Day - Monday, April 28; United Way Simcoe Muskoka Connects organizations with $12M; Today in History; 2nd Annual Sustainability Summit; 2024 Public Salary Disclosure

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MARCH 19th

March is Fraud Month; 2nd Annual Sustainability Summit; Lakeshore Road E. closed Mar 24-Apr 21; Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fraud; Paramedics Deliver On Response Targets; Lora Bay Park will close for Staging Site this summer

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MARCH 12TH

New Craigleith Fire Hall Construction; Flood Outlook Mar 13-18; Friday - last day for volunteer nominations; Senior of the Year nominations; Testing Well Water; Temporary Partial Bypass at Thornbury Wastewater Treatment Plant March 7, 2025; Grey Ag Winter Course Programs; Grey County Announces Leadership Changes; Grey County named to Smart 21; Earth Day 2025

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