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Precautionary Boil Water Advisory LIFTED
In consultation with Grey Bruce Public Health, the City of Owen Sound’s precautionary boil water advisory has been lifted, effective immediately (Monday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m.)
The precautionary boil water advisory for the City of Owen Sound has been lifted based on an engineering assessment, conducted by Public Health Ontario and the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP), confirming adequate disinfection of the water. This confirms the water is safe to drink.
A precautionary boil water advisory, like the one issued in Owen Sound, is issued when there’s no confirmed contamination, but one or more of the water-testing parameters indicate there could be a risk to public health (in this case, the turbidity or cloudiness of the water). A standard boil water advisory is issued when the presence of harmful pathogens has been confirmed in the drinking water supply.
To confirm, register, or amend your information, visit Register to Vote Ontario until August 14, 2026. Our Municipal Election Day is October 26, 2026.
In response to the upcoming warm temperatures, the City of Owen Sound reminds residents that public places are available throughout the City to keep cool and offers some high temperature tips and reminders.
The By-law Enforcement Portal enables residents to conveniently and easily report by-law concerns and make online payments.
Due to last night’s severe storm, City staff continue to prioritize and clean up damages from high winds and heavy rains across Owen Sound.
On Saturday, June 15, 2024, the River District will welcome the 2024 Pride Parade, Street Fair, and Vendor Market. Motorists through the River District may experience delays to allow the safe passage of the parade. Businesses will remain accessible throughout the closures. Parking is available in nearby municipal lots and on-street where permitted.
The Premier’s visit highlights Owen Sound's strategic efforts to position itself as an open-for-business city actively seeking to attract more participants in the isotope supply chain sector.
The event will be held at the Public Works Facility (1900 20th Street East) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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