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Green Bin Program has LAUNCHED!

Owen Sound's Green Bin Program has begun!  Residents can now use green bins to dispose of organic waste, including food scraps, soiled paper, pet waste, and other compostable materials, with weekly curbside collection. Bins have been delivered to eligible homes. Click here for all the details!

 
Summer Live Music performances promotions

Summer Events

Plenty of live music and family fun activities taking place across the City all summer long.  Click to learn more!

Water Meter Replacement Project

Owen Sound is replacing aging residential water meters with upgraded technology to improve reading efficiency, enhance consumption awareness, detect leaks, and support future monthly billing.

Fish Derby Camping Passes Available

Planning to camp along Owen Sound’s waterfront during the Salmon Spectacular? You’ll need a Fish Derby Camping (FDC) pass — and they’re now available!
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Future Owen Sound: Vision 2050

The Future Owen Sound—Vision 2050 initiative is being led by the municipality, but given its extraordinarily inclusive and creative community engagement process, its success will ultimately be determined by the ongoing contributions of everyone. Click here for the Engagement Summary Report. 

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.

Guelph Owen Sound Transit (GOST)

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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