NEWS
Our Path Forward: The Blue Mountains Corporate Strategic Plan
To introduce the project, a public open house has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., at Town Hall. The meeting is open to all residents, and pre-registration is not required.
Local Business Update
News from Metamorphosis Home and Decor and Cheese Gallery
Moreau Park and Craigleith Community Park Revitalization
The Town of The Blue Mountains is excited to announce that Colliers Project Leaders has been contracted to manage two major community parks projects
In the Name of Pride: Town and Library Partner for Pride Celebrations in The Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains Public Library (BMPL) and Town of The Blue Mountains have a series of exciting events lined up this Pride Season, all in the name of celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, the freedom to be yourself, and the power of community
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Expansion will help municipalities deliver on provincial priorities like building homes and infrastructure