Grey County News
News about Grey County
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


June 22 Meeting Highlights
Grey County Council met on June 22, 2023, in the Council Chamber and virtually on Zoom. The meeting was immediately followed by a session of Committee of the Whole. Recordings of the meetings can be found on Grey County’s YouTube Channel


COVID-19 outbreak declared over at Rockwood Terrace
Update: June 13, 2023 The COVID-19 outbreak on the 3rd floor home area at Rockwood Terrace has been declared over. We thank our team members for their continued dedication to the safety and well-being of our residents. We truly appreciate


June 8 Meeting Highlights
Highlights include an update on the Grey Road 19 and 21 project, the 2022 Audit Report, a letter of support for the Southeast Grey Community Health Centre and more.


Owen Sound’s First Fire Engine Celebrates 100th Birthday
June 9, 2023 will mark exactly 100 years, to the day, since Owen Sound Fire Department Engine No. 1 arrived in Owen Sound.


Extreme risk for fire danger in Grey County
Please note Grey County is not the authority for issuing fire bans in our region. Fire bans are issued by each member municipality. If you have questions about bans in your area, please contact your municipality. The Ministry of Natural


Indigenous History Exhibit to Launch at Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Grey County – On Friday June 2, at the beginning of National Indigenous History Month, Grey Roots Museum & Archives is launching Saukiing Anishnaabekiing presents Our Stories. The eye-catching exhibit invokes Anishnaabe creation stories


Gastrointestinal Outbreak Declared Over at Rockwood Terrace.
Update: June 6, 2023 Public Health has declared the gastrointestinal outbreak over on the 3rd floor home area at Rockwood Terrace. As a reminder, the COVID-19 Outbreak remains active on the 3rd floor, and the following protocols remain in


Public Works Week 2023
May 21- 27 is National Public Works Week recognizing the dedicated people who maintain our roads and infrastructure and keep our communities strong and vibrant. Grey County Transportation Services staff serve our community all year long


Grey County embarks on one-year pilot project with Ontario Federation of Trail Riders
Grey County is embarking on a pilot project with the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR) to allow some off-road motorcycles on the rail trail between Rockford and Dundalk. This section of the multi-use rail trail already allows ATV


Grey County celebrates Paramedic Services Week 2023
May 21 to 27 is Paramedic Services Week across Canada. Each year, Paramedic Services Week is a time to reflect on the important role of paramedics in our communities, and to recognize specific developments and important issues in


Game Changers, interactive video game exhibit, opens at Grey Roots Museum & Archives
Get in the game and discover how innovation has shaped the video game industry. On now at Grey Roots Museum & Archives, Game Changers takes you on a fascinating journey, exploring the past and uncovering the future of gaming. Game Changers


Grey Roots Invites You to Spring Into Moreston
Owen Sound – To celebrate all things Spring, Grey Roots Museum & Archives is opening the gate to Moreston Heritage Village early for one day only. On May 27, the annual Spring Into Moreston event combines spring-themed heritage activities