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Notice to Ratepayers Regarding Water Bills
March 6, 2026: Some water bills are currently delayed and will be issued shortly. We are working on the issue and will have them available as soon as possible. Bills will be due 21 days after mailout day; ratepayers will not be charged a penalty if paid within this timeframe. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this issue.
To confirm, register, or amend your information, visit Register to Vote Ontario until August 14, 2026. Our Municipal Election Day is October 26, 2026.
The City of Owen Sound is seeking interested business operators to submit proposals for the operation of a food concession at Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre located at 700 10th Street East, Owen Sound. The City-owned building is home to twin NHL ice pads and a health, fitness and recreation centre, including an 8-lane pool, warm water pool and a full fitness facility operated by the YMCA Owen Sound Grey Bruce.
After another well-used winter season, the City of Owen Sound announces that the Good Cheer Rink at Harrison Park is now closed for the season. The City thanks everyone who visited the rink this season and helped make it a lively community gathering place.
Please be advised that the Committee of Adjustment hearing scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026 has been rescheduled to begin at 1:00 p.m. The meeting was previously scheduled for 3:00 p.m.
The Committee of Adjustment also serves, as required, as the Property Standards Committee pursuant to the City’s Board and Committee By-law. The Committee of Adjustment will sit as the Property Standards Committee to hear two appeals of property standards orders on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
Our apologies, the previous notice for the upcoming PIC listed the date incorrectly. Below is the corrected date. Thank you for your understanding.
Please be advised that a Public Information Centre will take place on Thursday, March 19, at 4:30 PM outside the Council Chamber at City Hall.
The City of Owen Sound, Public Works and Engineering department is notifying the public that effective Sunday, March 1, select roadways within the City will be under a reduced load period (maximum 5 tonnes per axle). This seasonal restriction is activated in alignment with Grey County and other local municipalities due to milder weather conditions at this time of year.
As spring approaches, Owen Sound residents can look forward to the crocuses coming out of the ground once the snowbanks melt! But freeze-thaw cycles of daytime positive temperatures and nighttime lows are the best recipe for potholes. Staff are ready for them and are repairing damage in priority areas across the city. In the meantime, drivers should use caution and report any areas of concern.
Please be advised that City Council will hold a Special Council meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
The purpose of the Special Council meeting is for Council to consider a staff report respecting the Grey County Urban Road and Road Exchange Task Force’s report and recommendation to transfer County roads to its member municipalities.
The City of Owen Sound is notifying the public regarding an upcoming Public Information Centre (PIC) for the 16th Street East Pedestrian Tunnel Rehabilitation and Sidewalk Extension. A Public Information Centre is an opportunity to learn more about the project and provide feedback to City staff.
It’s nearly time for the Family Day long weekend, and the City is reminding everyone of facility closures, modified hours, and alternate programming.
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