News & Media Advisories

Owen Sound, Ontario – Friday, March 27, 2020 – In accordance with the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act, today the City of Owen Sound declared a State of Emergency due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Mayor Ian Boddy declared the emergency at 9:00AM as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic that is impacting residents and the services the City provides.
The City will continue to provide essential services as it has from the start of the pandemic. By declaring...
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March 25, 2020
To the citizens of Owen Sound and area,
I wish to update you on behalf of the Council and staff of the City of Owen Sound with regard to COVID-19.
These are unprecedented times for all of us. Our lives have been turned upside down in less than two weeks with changes almost daily.  The spread of COVID-19 and the health of our citizens is of utmost importance.  We recognize the seriousness of this issue.
All things considered, our community...
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Wednesday, March 25, 2020 – As a reminder to all residents and businesses in Owen Sound, garbage and recycling collection limits still remain in effect.
Garbage bags can be no larger than 89 x 127cm (35 x 50in) and garbage cans no larger than 136 litres (30 imperial Gallons) capacity. Garbage bags or containers are limited to an upset weight restriction of 18kg (40lbs) including the container.
Please continue to use bag tags as per usual. The City does not encourage...
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Monday, March 23, 2020 – As part of the Inglis Falls Road Reconstruction project, water system work will be completed in this area.
On Tuesday, March 24, 2020 the water will be off to certain residents (see map below). Water service will be interrupted beginning at 8:30 a.m. Water will be interrupted until 2 p.m. for some residences and until 6 p.m. for others.
Only those customers notified by the City of Owen Sound Water Department via Door-to-Door Notice will...
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Friday, March 20, 2020 – Over the last several days, City of Owen Sound officials have engaged in extensive conversation and consultation with the Grey Bruce Public Health Unit respecting COVID-19. The safety and well-being of Owen Sound residents and staff remains our top priority.
In order to help ease the financial burden on City of Owen Sound residents during this time, the City will not charge any interest or penalty charges on any tax or water/wastewater bills...
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