General City News

Owen Sound will host a two-day Canada Day Celebration on June 30 and July 1 at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park. The park opens at 1 p.m. on June 30 and at 10 a.m. on July 1. This FREE family event features entertainers, live music, 60+ marketplace vendors, 15+ food trucks, interactive games, flying dog shows, pony rides, emergency vehicles, and more!

On June 30, Owen Sound will host its first-ever drone show over the soccer field, with a viewing area on the baseball diamond adjacent to Kelso Beach. On July 1, fireworks will light up the harbour and can be viewed throughout the city. Both shows begin at 10 p.m.

Please be advised that The Corporation of the City of Owen Sound intends to adopt an amendment to Fees and Charges By-law No. 2026-067 to establish fees for encroachment refurbishments.

Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services responded to reports of smoke coming from an apartment unit with assistance from Owen Sound Police Service and Grey County Paramedic Services.

Please be advised that the Operations Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled.

The City of Owen Sound is notifying motorists of a two-day full closure of 9th Avenue East from 8th Street East to 9th Street East on Tuesday, June 23 and Wednesday, June 24. Please note these dates have been updated from previous notice. 

June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate the diversity, strength, and contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, while reaffirming our shared commitment to inclusion, respect, and belonging for all.

Thanks to a donation from the Tyson Downs Association (TDBeAT), with support from the Owen Sound Attack, the City of Owen Sound is proud to announce the installation of a new public-access Automated External Defibrillator (AED SaveStation) at Harrison Park. Located on the north wall of the Harrison Park Inn restaurant, the AED SaveStation provides 24/7 access to life-saving equipment in one of the community’s busiest outdoor destinations. 

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Wednesday June 17 at 5:30 p.m., beside the AED SaveStation to officially unveil the life-saving equipment. All members of the public are welcome to attend and learn more about this important initiative.  Action First Aid will be on hand to demonstrate how the AED machine works and how easy it is to use when needed.

From June through September, Owen Sound's vibrant River District, waterfront, and historic sites will come alive with free concerts, community celebrations, shopping events, heritage experiences, and family-friendly activities! The 2026 summer lineup features the return of popular favourites including the Canada Day Celebration, Mid Week Music, TD Harbour Nights, Doors Open Owen Sound, and the River District's Hottest Street Sale, plus exciting new activities, like the light drone show on June 30.  Read on for all the exciting summer plans in Owen Sound!

The City of Owen Sound, in partnership with Priestly Demolition Contractors, will begin demolition of the building located at 994 1st Avenue East on June 9, 2026.