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Notice: Updates to Forest Management By-Law and Wildlife By-Laws
Forest Management By-Law Update Grey County is asking the public for feedback as it prepares to update the Forest Management By-Law. This by-law regulates how trees can be cut down or harvested in both publicly or privately owned woodlands


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


2016 Summer Road Construction
Over the next few months, Grey County will be completing seasonal road work across the region. For a full construction map, please visit www.grey.ca/roads and select the interactive map. Upcoming Road Closures Some construction projects


Four Grey County Paramedics Honoured for Bravery
Four Grey County Paramedics will receive the Ontario Award for Paramedic Bravery at a ceremony Thursday evening at Queen’s Park in Toronto. In total, the Province is honouring 21 paramedics across the province. “A Grey County Paramedic has


Community Paramedicine Extended for a Full Year
On April 20, 2016 Grey County received confirmation from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care that funding will continue for community paramedicine until March 31, 2017. Grey County paramedics have been participating in the EPIC