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Final Days to File Nominations for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election

The City of Owen Sound is reminding residents that nominations for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election close at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026. Individuals interested in serving their community as Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councillor or School Board Trustee have only a few days remaining to submit their nomination papers.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 17, 2026

Candidate Nomination Period for 2026 River District Board of Management Election Begins August 28

The River District Business Improvement Area is notifying the public that the nomination period for the upcoming River District Board of Management Election officially begins on Friday, August 28, 2026. The nomination period ends on Friday, September 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 14, 2026

August Outdoor Movies in Owen Sound

Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and favourite friends and neighbours —Outdoor Movie Nights continue in August. Join us for free family-friendly entertainment under the stars.

The event sites open at 7:00 p.m., with family-friendly activities before the movies begin at dusk. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.

August 14 – Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu – Owen Sound Farmers' Market
August 28 – Freakier Friday – City Hall Front Plaza

Friday’s pre-movie activities starting at 7 p.m. will include creativity, storytelling and theatrical fun by The Roxy Young Company as well as OSHARE who will be providing games, challenges and fun activities.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of free outdoor entertainment with family and friends.

For the complete schedule, movie details, and event information, visit:

Outdoor Movie Nights | City of Owen Sound

Treats for kids 12 and under and pre-movie activities are supported by our sponsors Woodley Care Services, Shannon Deckers RE/MAX, Sign Street, The Rocking Horse, Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited, Country 93 and Zoomer Radio.

Please contact Jennifer Wright, Events and Activation Coordinator at 519-376-4440 ext. 1237 or jwright@owensound.ca for more information.

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By City of Owen Sound - Aug 13, 2026

Temporary Traffic & Waterway Disruptions Expected Sunday, August 16 for Owen Sound Triathlon

The City of Owen Sound is advising residents and visitors to plan ahead for road and waterway disruptions on Sunday, August 16, as the Subaru Triathlon Series returns to the city, featuring both sprint and Olympic distance races.

The event will host over 500 athletes swimming, cycling, and running through Owen Sound’s roadways and inner harbour throughout the day.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 12, 2026

Household Hazardous Waste Event Taking Place Saturday, August 15

The City of Owen Sound is notifying the public of an upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Event on Saturday, August 15. This event will be held at the Public Works Facility (1900 20th Street East) from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

When attending the events, and to help move through the line as quickly as possible, residents are asked to bring valid ID indicating their home address from the townships listed below. They are also asked to complete the Household Hazardous Waste Form ahead of time at OwenSound.ca/WasteForm.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 10, 2026

City of Owen Sound Asks All Eligible Residents to Check the Voters’ List

The 2026 municipal and school board election in Owen Sound is fast-approaching. Eligible voters are encouraged to confirm they are on the Voters’ List to ensure they can vote for Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councillors, and School Board Trustees. The voting period in Owen Sound will run from October 16 to 26, 2026.

Residents can check, update, add or remove their information from the Voters’ List by visiting RegisterToVoteON.ca, a tool developed and maintained by Elections Ontario.

At RegisterToVoteON.ca, future voters who are 16 or 17 can also add themselves to the Ontario Register of Future Voters, which will add their information to the Voters’ List automatically when they turn 18.

The final day to use RegisterToVoteON.ca is August 12, 2026. After this date, individuals can still register or update their information in person at City Hall beginning September 1, with appropriate identification.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 07, 2026

Swim advisory lifted for Kelso Beach at Nawash Park- August 5

Grey Bruce Public Health is advising the public that test results from water samples taken Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026, at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park in Owen Sound show bacterial levels have returned to within the guidelines established by Ontario’s Ministry of Health as safe for swimming/bathing.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 05, 2026

Less than three weeks remain to file Nominations for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election

Individuals thinking about running for municipal office in the City of Owen Sound have fourteen business days remaining to submit their nomination papers for the 2026 Municipal Election.

Nominations for the offices of Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councillor, and School Board Trustee will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 21, 2026.

By City of Owen Sound - Aug 04, 2026

Grey Bruce Public Health Posts Kelso Beach at Nawash Park Unsafe for Swimming

Grey Bruce Public Health, in consultation with the City of Owen Sound, has posted Kelso Beach at Nawash Park as unsafe for swimming after routine water-sampling results showed bacterial levels exceeding Ontario Ministry of Health standards.

By City of Owen Sound - Jul 31, 2026

Guelph Owen Sound Transportation (GOST) Service to Continue Through December 2026

Residents and visitors can continue to rely on regional transit connections throughout Grey, Bruce, Wellington, and Dufferin Counties, with both Guelph Owen Sound Transportation (GOST) and Grey Transit Route (GTR) 2 confirmed to operate through December 31, 2026. Funding required for 2027 operations will be included in the annual budget for Grey County Council consideration.

By City of Owen Sound - Jul 30, 2026