MNRF trying to safeguard and protect Ontario’s wildlife from illegal hunting and fishing

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) trying to safeguard deer populations against illegal hunting practices by ensuring hunters follow the provincial rules...

Bill Streeter recognized for his service and legacy in preserving Town’s heritage

G. William (Bill) Streeter, local historian, researcher, storyteller and volunteer was honoured at the Saugeen Shores Heritage Committee meeting on Wednesday, January 24th, with...

County taking action in response to Housing Affordability Challenges

A key strategic priority of Bruce County’s new Community Development Office is to increase housing options and encourage innovative housing solutions. This work on...

Public invited to meetings regarding downtown parking

The Town is developing parking strategies for both Port Elgin & Southampton's downtown areas to address how the community wants to manage its valuable...

Funding announced for additional Hospice beds in Southern Grey-Bruce

The Ontario government is providing up to $1.5 million in one-time capital funding to Saugeen Hospice Incorporated to support the construction of six (6)...

Road closure sign to stay where it is at Concession 6

Matt Prentice, Director, Operations brought a report to Council (Jan. 8/24) that raised many concerns regarding the possible re-location of road closure signage during...

Southampton Royal Canadian Legion pledges support for Cenotaph revitalization

On December 6th at its General Membership meeting, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 155 in Southampton, decided to make a major pledge to the...

Once approved, Hepner home will be first Port Elgin Heritage Home designation

Port Elgin (Saugeen Shores) dates back to the mid-1800s and many of the homes built then, and in the early 1900s, still stand today. ...

2024 Celebration of Amalgamation begins

Today, January 5th (2024), the municipality held a special Council meeting and reception to commemorate the inaugural Council meeting of the Town of Saugeen...

Saugeen Shores looking forward to a year of celebration

As the New Year begins, Saugeen Shores is also heading into the 25th Anniversary year of amalgamation that brought the three communities of Southampton,...

WES for Youth Online uses OTF Grant to advance Mental Health E-Counselling

In November, MPP Lisa Thompson met with representatives from WES for Youth Online to formally congratulate them on work done as a result of...

Local infrastructure funding will help create jobs for economic growth in Huron-Bruce

The Ontario government is investing $20,279,307in Huron and Bruce Counties to help renew and rehabilitate critical infrastructure. The funding is being delivered through the Ontario...

Bruce County Museum & Cultural Centre – Year 2023 in Review

As 2023 comes to a close, we're taking time to reflect on another incredible year full of exploration, discovery, and fun here at the...

Non-profits – a built in solution to the affordable housing crisis

It’s December, a festive season for many. But as temperatures plummet across the province, the life and death realities faced by homeless and under-housed...