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To better align with shorter daylight hours at this time of year, Owen Sound’s Leaf and Yard Waste site will close daily at 5 p.m. starting on Monday, November 4, 2024.  It will still open for daily use to Owen Sound, Georgian Bluffs and Meaford residents at 8:30 a.m.

Owen Sound is pleased to announce the upcoming Future Owen Sound — Vision 2050 strategic planning sessions. These sessions will be held at various times from November 8th to November 10th at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre (Shore Room 2), 1900 3rd Avenue East in Owen Sound.

All community stakeholders, such as young families, business owners, not-for-profit workers, elders and students, are invited to register for and attend the strategic planning sessions. 

Each session will address a priority established through the inclusive and comprehensive strategic planning survey process. 

Please be advised that the Tom Thomson Art Gallery Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting regarding fundraising on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at the Owen Sound and North Grey Union Public Library Auditorium from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The City of Owen Sound will be closing 6th Avenue West between 9th St A West and 9th St West for sewer repairs starting at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, October 23rd. This closure is needed to keep everyone safe and allow the work to be completed efficiently.

Parkview Park and the Bruce Side Trail from the Fitness Trail in Harrison Park to Parkview Park will be closed on Tuesday, October 22, Wednesday, October 23 and Thursday, October 24, for urgent ash tree removals. All trees being removed are infected by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). The park and trail will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, October 25. 

The City of Owen Sound has completed the annual fire hydrant flushing program.  Thank you to all residents for their patience while this program took place.  Yearly fire hydrant flushing ensures they are operational and improves water quality.

The City of Owen Sound is set to host an in-person Community Open House on Thursday, November 7, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bayshore Community Centre.  This event is a come-and-go evening that offers residents a unique opportunity to engage directly with city staff and learn about the essential services that impact their daily lives and share your ideas about our services with Staff.

The 2025 Home and Cottage Expo will be held at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre and JD McArthur Arena on Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Business registration is now open for the Expo, which is a collaborative partnership between the City of Owen Sound, the Knights of Columbus, and the Grey Bruce Home Builders Association. 

The last Household Hazardous Waste Day event is taking place this Saturday, October 19! The event will be held at the Public Works Facility (1900 20th Street East) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Owen Sound Wastewatchers will be volunteering at the event this Saturday to collect old dry cigarette butts (cigars, too), lighters, cartons, foil, vapes and plastic lids, as well as provide information on proper disposal. If you’re bringing these items, please ensure they are in a sealed container, separate from other hazardous waste, and easily accessible. Volunteers will collect them before staff begin unloading your vehicle.

Owen Sound residents interested in helping shape the decisions affecting their city are encouraged to consider volunteering as a member of a City Committee!

City Council invites persons wishing to serve as a member of a committee to submit an application to the Deputy Clerk.