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Secure Your 2025 Salmon Spectacular Camping and Boating Permits Now

The 2025 Salmon Spectacular returns Friday, August 22, through Sunday, August 31, 2025, and the City of Owen Sound reminds residents and visitors to plan ahead for camping and boating needs.

For maps, rules, and booking links for all camping and boating options, visit:

Fish Derby (inner harbour) Camping permits – OwenSound.ca/FDC
Kelso & Harrison Park Campgrounds bookings – OwenSound.ca/Camping
Boat Launch passes – OwenSoundBoatLaunch.ca

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Public Notice: Seasonal Changes in Taste and Odour of Tap Water

It is not uncommon for the City of Owen Sound water to experience some short-duration taste and odour issues in late August to early September as Georgian Bay temperatures hit their seasonal peaks. Here is what you should know.

Flagging in Place on 9th Avenue E for Manhole Replacement

The City of Owen Sound is notifying motorists of temporary flagging near the intersection of 9th Avenue East and 6th Street East on Wednesday, August 13, and Thursday, August 14, 2025, due to manhole replacement.

This is part of the large 9^th Avenue East infrastructure project underway in the area. The scope of work includes replacing the underground pipe network, expanding sidewalks, and resurfacing roads.

Expressions of Interest for the Temporary Use of the “Rice House”

The City of Owen Sound is seeking Expressions of Interest from eligible organizations interested in the temporary use of a municipally owned residential property known as the “Rice House,” located at 846 1st Avenue West, Owen Sound.

Artist's rendering of Bayshore Terrace building

Fresh Start for a Familiar Site Across from the Bayshore Community Centre

The City of Owen Sound is pleased to announce that a building permit has been issued for the Bayshore Terrace development, located at the partially constructed site directly across from the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre.

New ‘Gather in Grey’ Video Shines a Spotlight on Owen Sound’s Culinary Scene

The latest video in Grey County’s Gather in Grey campaign is now live, highlighting some of the rich, diverse and delicious culinary offerings of Owen Sound. Titled ‘Gather in Owen Sound,’ the feature is part of a region-wide storytelling series hosted by internationally acclaimed chef and artist Roger Mooking, Grey County’s first Culinary Ambassador.

Kelso Beach temporarily closed to swimming

Kelso Beach at Nawash Park in Owen Sound posted unsafe for swimming (on behalf of Grey Bruce Public Health)

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

Notice of Intention to Pass Amendment to the Fees and Charges By-law

Please be advised that the Corporation of the City of Owen Sound intends to adopt an amendment to Fees and Charges By-law No. 2024-078, in accordance with subsection 391(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25.

The Fees and Charges By-law is being updated to:

Add and increase fees related to by-law services.

Road Construction on 9th Avenue E and 6th Street E Down to One Lane

The City of Owen Sound is notifying motorists of a change in traffic signals at the intersection of 9th Avenue East and 6th Street East.

Traffic will be reduced to one lane on Tuesday, August 5 and Wednesday, August 6, with flaggers on site to direct traffic. This is part of the large 9th Avenue East infrastructure project underway in the area. The scope of work includes underground pipe network replacement, sidewalk expansion, and road resurfacing.

Building Fire in the 900 Block of 2nd Ave E

Shortly before 7:30 a.m., Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services responded to a three-story building in the 900 block of 2nd Avenue East for a report of smoke filling the hallway.