General City News

"Since the tragic loss of Sharif Rahman in August of 2023, our community has been seeking answers. I'm proud of the ways our community continues to honour Sharif's memory, support his family, and continue his legacy of kindness.

Today as we learn the outcome of the legal proceedings, we know that regardless of the sentences given, it's never going to feel like enough, because the loss is forever.

I encourage everyone in our community to continue to embody generosity and kindness towards one another in honour of Sharif Rahman and his family."

- Mayor Ian Boddy

The City of Owen Sound is notifying our residents and visitors of a temporary road closure in support of a community event taking place in the River District this weekend.

The 800 block of 2nd Avenue East will be closed to all vehicular traffic on Saturday, June 6, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to accommodate the Toronto Triumph Club’s Annual Spring Fling Car Show. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes through the downtown core during this time and are reminded to exercise caution in the area.

The City of Owen Sound is notifying motorists of a road closure along 16th Avenue E between 17th Street E and 20th Street East starting on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

The City of Owen Sound is providing an update on our 2026 Road Resurfacing Program. Due to scheduling adjustments, work that was originally anticipated to begin in May has been delayed and is now expected to begin by June 5, 2026. The revised schedule has also allowed for the addition of several roadway segments to the project scope.

Please be advised that The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound intends to adopt the proposed 2026 Fees and Charges By-law, in accordance with subsection 391(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25.

Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Canada Day in Owen Sound with two full days of free family entertainment along the beautiful waterfront of Kelso Beach at Nawash Park on June 30 and July 1.  Some limited sponsorship opportunities remain available until May 30 for businesses wishing to participate in one of the region’s largest summer celebrations.

The Owen Sound River District, Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound, Optimist Club of Sydenham & District, Owen Sound & District Junior Optimists, Scenic Cycle, and Owen Sound Police Services are proud to present the Wheel & Ride Safety Festival and Bike Program on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Take notice that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound has received an application for a Zoning By-law Amendment, being an application to amend Comprehensive Zoning By-law 2010-078, as amended pursuant to Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended (the “Planning Act”) for lands located at 1201 15th Avenue East. This application is deemed to be a complete submission under Section 34(10.4) of the Planning Act.

Take notice that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound will hold a public meeting to consider Zoning By-law Amendment No. 58 on June 15, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City of Owen Sound, in accordance with Section 34 of the Planning Act.

The City of Owen Sound is inviting local heritage sites, museums, historic buildings, cultural spaces, places of worship, and community landmarks to take part in this year’s Doors Open event taking place on Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.