NEWS

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

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

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

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.

Town Announces Winners of 2025 Volunteer Recognition Awards

The Town of The Blue Mountains is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Volunteer Recognition Awards and extend sincere gratitude and appreciation to the individuals and groups who volunteer their time to support the community.

Resignation of Chief Administrative Officer Shawn Everitt

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to notify the public that Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Shawn Everitt has resigned from his position, effective immediately, and will be joining the Municipality of Meaford as the new CAO beginning April 8, 2025.

Construction Tender Awarded for Thornbury West Phase 1B Reconstruction

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.

Grey Bruce Public Health confirms local measles case

Grey Bruce Public Health has received laboratory confirmation of a case of measles in an unvaccinated child in Grey-Bruce. GBPH confirms the patient and other members of their household are isolating at home. A contact-tracing investigation by GBPH has not identified any public places in Grey-Bruce where community members could have been exposed to the virus or any exposure risks in local schools linked to this case.

Summer Company Offers Students up to $3,000 to Operate a Summer Business

Students looking to operate a business this summer can now apply to the 2025 Summer Company program. Summer Company offers students 15-29 years of age an opportunity to start and manage their own business. Successful applicants will receive a grant of up to $3,000 and access to training and mentorship from local business leaders. Applications to the program will be accepted until May 31, 2025.