Grey County News
News about Grey County
Winter Road Safety
The seasons are changing and Grey County Transportation Services are ready to face whatever Mother Nature throws our way. Our trucks are ready, our domes are full and our operators are ready to go. Safety is a responsibility of all road
Grey County Tourism Plan Gets County Council Stamp of Approval
On July 5, 2016 Grey County Council approved a new Destination Development Action Plan that will help grow tourism and strengthen Grey’s reputation as a destination of choice in Ontario. The three-year plan focuses on activities under four
County of Grey Offices will be closed July 1st 2016
The County of Grey Administration Building will be closed on Friday, July 1st, 2016. The Building will re-open on Monday, July 4th, 2016 at 8:30 a.m. Check out all the "Family Fun" activities occuring over the weekend (Friday - Sunday) at
Obtaining an Ontario Works Cheque during the Potential Canada Post Strike
Due to the potential of a Canada Post Strike, Grey County residents who usually receive Ontario Works benefits in the mail will have to pick up their July 2016 cheques in person. Residents are asked to contact 519-376-7112 ext. 1380 to
Students Build Six New Kiosks for Grey County Waterfalls and Conservation Areas
Grey Highlands Secondary Students have built and installed six sign kiosks to help visitors experience some of Grey County’s finest waterfalls and greatest views. The kiosks are located at access points to Walters Falls, McGowan Falls, the
2016 Summer Road Construction – Update June 10
Over the next few months seasonal road work will be taking place across Grey County. For a full construction map, please visit www.grey.ca/roads and select the interactive map. Upcoming Road Closures / Lane Closures Below is a list of
Grey County to Build Addition
Owen Sound Ontario - June 7, 2016 – On June 7, 2016, Grey County Council selected a contractor to build an addition and renovate areas of the Grey County Administration Building in Owen Sound. Devlan Construction Ltd. submitted the lowest
Youth Pavilion Build at Alpha Street
On June 3– 4, volunteers, community partners and county staff are coming together to build a youth engagement pavilion at the Alpha Street housing community in Owen Sound. Tradespeople and volunteers are donating their time and expertise to
Historic Community Mapping Project Now Online!
Grey Roots Museum & Archives is pleased to unveil the Grey County Historic Communities online mapping project. The application identifies the smaller historic communities on both County and local roads. Users can explore pictures from the
Grey County to Discuss ATVs on Roads and Trails
On June 9, Grey County is holding a public meeting to discuss the use of ATVs (all-terrain vehicles) on many County Roads and on more sections of the CP Rail Trail. Participants will learn more about the requests and will have the
Saints & Sinners Trail Taste of the Trail Event at Grey Roots: Beer, Wine, Cider, History.
Grey Roots Museum and Archives is hosting a brand new event on Sunday, June 12 from noon to 5 PM. Saints & Sinners Taste of the Trail is a chance to taste great beer, wine and cider while enjoying delicious food and live entertainment in
Colour it Local - Business Expo
When: Friday September 30th, 2016 Where: Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre, Owen Sound Book Now to be an Exhibitor! $50 per booth / includes attendance for 2 participants www.owensoundbusiness.ca businesshelp [at] owensound.ca 519-371-3232
Share Your Vision and Recolour Grey
Engaged residents can help shape the future of Grey County by participating in the Recolour Grey launch event on Thursday, May 19 th at 7 p.m. at the Grey County Administration Building. “Recolour Grey is your opportunity to tell us what’s