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Notice: Updates to Forest Management By-Law and Wildlife By-Laws
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 in Grey County.


Region’s largest job fair is going virtual
The region’s largest job fair is expanding and moving online to safely connect employers and job seekers. The Grey Bruce Virtual Job Fair will be hosted on Wednesday, March 10 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Registration is now open for


Significant Weather Event has ended, Feb. 7
Updated: February 7, 12:00 P.M. The significant weather event has been declared over. Please continue to use caution when driving as conditions can change quickly and allow yourself enough time to safely reach your destination. Visit roads


Housing a top priority in Grey County 2021 budget
On January 29, Grey County Council, sitting as Committee of the Whole, supported the draft 2021 budget. A County tax rate increase of 2.11% is needed on a total operating and capital budget of $171.2 million. This equals an average increase
January 28 Meeting Highlights
Grey County Council met virtually on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. for the regular session of council. The meeting was immediately followed by a session of committee of the whole. A recording of the meetings can be found on Grey


Grey County services continue during provincial emergency
With the new stay-at-home order in effect, Grey County is reminding residents that services are still available during this province-wide Emergency Declaration. The County continues to safely deliver programs and services while adhering to


Support and resources available for local businesses during the provincial lockdown
With recent changes in provincial health rules now in place, Grey County staff are available to help local businesses navigate new restrictions, guidelines, and financial supports. Comprehensive business resources are available at grey.ca
January 14 Meeting Highlights
Grey County Council met virtually on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. for the regular session of council. The meeting was immediately followed by a session of committee of the whole. A recording of the meetings can be found on Grey


Financial support available for local tourism operators
Grey County is collaborating with Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RT07) and neighbouring municipalities to administer the COVID-19 Tourism Response Fund. Eligible tourism operators can apply for support ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 to


Significant Weather Event has ended
Updated: December 27: The significant weather event has been declared over. Please continue to use caution when driving as conditions can change quickly and allow yourself enough time to safely reach your destination. Visit roads.grey.ca


Owen Sound Salvation Army receives 10,000 lbs of emergency food from GlobalMedic
On December 23, Grey County Paramedics assisted GlobalMedic in delivering 10,000lbs of food to the Owen Sound Salvation Army. GlobalMedic is a Canadian charity with the mandate to save lives by proving short-term, rapid response to


Holiday Office Closure and Access to Services
Grey County offices will be closed from December 24 at 12:00 p.m. to January 4 at 8:30 a.m. Essential services, such as long-term care, paramedic services and transportation services are available. Ontario Works and Child Care To speak with


Lee Manor COVID-19 Outbreak Declared Over
On Friday, December 11, Public Health declared a COVID-19 outbreak at Lee Manor. A staff member working on 2 nd Floor North tested positive and stringent outbreak protocols were immediately activated following direction from Public Health