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Grey Bruce Home & Lifestyle Show

Join us for the Grey Bruce Home & Lifestyle Show, taking place at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre & JD McArthur Arena on Saturday, May 2 & Sunday, May 3, 2026.

This event brings together home, lifestyle, outdoor living and recreation exhibitor all in one place. It’s designed for homeowners, renovators, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone looking for ideas or services related to home design, renovation, landscaping, wellness, outdoor recreation (including angling and hunting), technology and healthy living.

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OurCity Owen Sound Online Engagement

Click to provide feedback and learn more about construction projects, park upgrades and more City projects or initiatives through our online engagement portal, OurCity Owen Sound.

Public Transit

Explore Owen Sound’s public transit system — from a 4-route city bus service running Monday to Saturday, to a weekly inter-city GOST connection to Guelph, plus mobility-bus options for those with accessibility needs. Real-time trip planning is easy with the free Transit App - click here to learn more!

Future Owen Sound: Vision 2050

Future Owen Sound: Vision 2050 Long-Term Strategic Plan builds off previous strategic plans and was developed through extensive community engagement to identify the seven priorities.

While Vision 2050 is a long-term strategic plan led by the municipality, its success will ultimately be determined by the ongoing contributions of everyone. Click here to learn more.

GOST

Inter-community Transit: GOST (Guelph Owen Sound Transportation) is a public transportation service connecting people from Owen Sound to Guelph and stops in between including Chatsworth, Williamsford, Durham, Mount Forest, Arthur, Fergus and Elora.

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Recreation Programs

We have a fantastic community. Stay healthy and keep active in Owen Sound!

Recreation and Programs

Owen Sound Tourism

Learn about the local events, attractions, accommodations, and more!

Owen Sound Tourism

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