City of Owen Sound

06/17/2026

Join us Sunday, June 21 at 7 p.m. at The Marine and Rail Museum in Owen Sound for an evening celebrating Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers with Saving Grace - Celebrating Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

🎶 Get ready for an incredible night of music!

Featuring seasoned musicians with decades of experience, this talented lineup brings together country, bluegrass, rock, blues, jazz, and more. From touring and recording to inspiring the next generation of musicians, Elmer Jackson, Mark Savard, Cory Ross, Dan Ayotte, and Joe Reda have shared stages across Canada and beyond.

Join us for an unforgettable performance filled with great songs, stories, and musical mastery!

Bring a lawn chair, a friend or neighbour and enjoy Saving Grace.

The site opens at 6 p.m. with Sundays Ice Cream Parlour and The Flying Fork both on site serving up the best eats and treats all night long!

A huge thanks to our sponsor TD for their commitment to live music all summer long and a very special thank you to Pizzaville for being our June 21 sponsor!

See you all soon! ***Remember in inclement weather we head to the Harmony Centre so keep an eye out for our social posts and listen for radio updates if the weather looks poor.

BruceGreySimcoe Grey County Tourism

06/16/2026

Be part of one of Owen Sound’s biggest celebrations of the year! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our 2-Day Canada Day Celebration at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park a success on June 30 and July 1.

Volunteer opportunities include:
✅ Event Set Up & Tear Down
✅ Drone Show Safety Crew
✅ Vendor Check-In
✅ Greeters & Guest Services

Whether you can spare a few hours or join us for a full shift, your support helps create an unforgettable experience for thousands of residents and visitors.

Join the team, meet new people, and help bring Canada Day to life in Owen Sound!

🔗 Sign up today at: https://www.owensound.ca/canadaday or scan the QR code

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06/16/2026

06/16/2026

The City of Owen Sound is notifying the public that Thomas Arakal is a registered candidate for the office of Councillor.

For all election information, please visit https://www.OwenSoundVotes.ca

06/16/2026

🚒 Firefighters from the Owen Sound Fire Department will be out in the northeast section of the city throughout the summer months as part of the annual Home Visitation Program.

This long-running program helps build a safer, more connected community by giving residents the opportunity to speak directly with firefighters about fire prevention, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, home escape planning, and emergency preparedness.

Firefighters will be visiting homes in the late afternoon and early evening wearing Owen Sound Fire Department clothing and may ask to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to help ensure homes are protected in the event of an emergency.

Residents are encouraged to say hello, ask questions, and learn more about Ontario’s updated carbon monoxide alarm requirements now in effect for 2026.

“Community safety is built on trust, education, and meaningful connection.” – Mayor Ian Boddy

For more information, please visit https://www.owensound.ca/news-and-public-notices/posts/owen-sound-fire-department-launches-annual-home-visitation-program-to-support-a-safe-and-informed-community/

06/16/2026

Reminder - join us tomorrow (Wed. June 17) for a public ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially unveil a new public-access AED SaveStation!
🗓 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 Harrison Park Inn Restaurant (just outside the north wall)

The new public-access AED SaveStation is available 24/7 at the Harrison Park Inn. It has been installed thanks to a generous donation from the TDBeat Association.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend and learn how easy it is to use an AED.

Learn more: https://www.owensound.ca/news-and-public-notices/posts/new-public-access-aed-savestation-installed-at-harrison-park-honours-tyson-downs-legacy/

06/16/2026

Heads up, Owen Sound! ✈️

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are currently planning a flyby over the city tomorrow (Wed. June 17th) evening at approximately 7 p.m.

Please note that this timing is subject to change due to factors such as weather conditions and fuel requirements, so the flyby could be adjusted or cancelled at short notice.

For the most up-to-date information, residents are encouraged to monitor aircraft tracking sites such as FlightAware, which helps provide real-time updates.

We’ll continue to share updates as we receive them.

Stay tuned and keep an eye on the skies!

06/16/2026

Reminder - a few (3-4) parking spaces and the trail around the Queen's Park bandstand are closed for safety reasons, as work is being done on trees and vegetation in the area. They will be reopened by end of Wednesday, June 17.

Thanks for your understanding and cooperation.

06/16/2026

🎶 Mid-Week Music in Owen Sound! 🎶

Need a little boost to get you through the week? Enjoy live music, talented, experienced musicians, and great vibes right here in Owen Sound! 🎤✨

Grab some friends and your lawn chair and make Wednesday your new favourite night of the week. We kick off Mid Week Music with Rock The Sound Choir in the front plaza of Owen Sound City Hall (808 2nd Ave E) sponsored by Owen Sound Gardens, Engaged Financial Inc., Zoomer 92.3 FM The Original Greatest Hits and Country 93

Rock the Sound Choir is a community-based choir in Owen Sound directed by Holly Sled. The choir was originally organized in 2012 by local musician Tara MacKenzie and has grown into an inclusive group for singers of all experience levels. They put a fresh spin on popular music, performing songs from genres like classic rock, pop, modern music, funk, soul, and more with rich vocal harmonies. The group welcomes singers who simply love music — no matter their experience level.

For Mid-Week Music, Rock the Sound Choir brings that big community sound to the stage — a great reminder that music is about connection, creativity, and having fun together.

For the full line up https://ow.ly/9ZMl50Z9Xyv

BruceGreySimcoe Grey County Tourism

06/15/2026

SHARE THE ROAD: We know that both cyclists and motorists are out and about enjoying the roads in Grey County this summer. 🚴🏼‍♀️ A quick reminder that road safety is everyone's responsibility. When we all follow the same rules, actions become predictable, and everyone stays safe. When being passed by motorists, cyclists are required to ride as tight and to the right as safely possible. When passing cyclists, motorists / drivers are required to leave a minimum of 1 metre of space. Pass slow and with caution. Together, we can make our roads safer and more enjoyable for everyone.