A sixth round of the “Spark” mentorship and grants program has been launched to encourage Bruce County entrepreneurs, small businesses and non-profit organizations to create new sustainable tourism ideas for the region.
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Victoria Jubilee Hall announces latest entertainment series
Nothing compares to live performance, and Victoria Jubilee Hall (VJH) has another great entertainment series set for you to enjoy.
GBPH issues opioid alert following reports of more drug poisonings
One fatal and seven non-fatal suspected opioid-related drug poisonings have been reported to Grey Bruce Public Health over seven days, prompting the organization to issue an opioid overdose alert on Sept. 9.
Billy Graham movie nights set for Chesley Sept. 20 and Oct. 18
Many people will recall the Billy Graham specials which appeared on television for decades.
Walkerton card results – September 12
Euchre results from Sept. 4 at the Walkerton Library.
County to stick with one-year term for warden
Bruce County council has voted to stay with a one-year term for the warden and deputy warden positions.
Bruce County releases draft of Official Plan for 2024-2046
On September 5, 2024, Bruce County Council directed staff to begin engagement on a draft of the new Official Plan that includes draft policies and mapping schedules which are now available for public review.
The Mildmay-Carrick Fair was held Sept. 6 to 8
The fair included kids events and a demolition derby.
SBGHC opens conversation with public on local health care
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) hosted two in-person community engagement sessions on Aug. 26 and 27.
Local unemployment rate up nearly one per cent
The unemployment rate for the Stratford-Bruce Peninsula Economic Region increased by 0.9 percentage points in August, to 3.7% - the largest percentage increase of all regions in Ontario although the region’s unemployment rate remains the lowest in Ontario.
Free guided tours of museum offered to newcomers for Welcoming Week
In celebration of Welcoming Week (Sept. 13 to 22), the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre is inviting newcomers to participate in two free guided tours that explore the rich history and diverse cultural heritage of Bruce County.
Hanover announces HIPP Entrepreneur Business Pitch Competition
The Town of Hanover, in partnership with sponsor, are set to launch a new entrepreneur business plan competition.
Mpox numbers still low, says Dr. Ian Arra
Dr. Ian Arra, Grey-Bruce medical officer of health (MOH), provided an update on mpox to the board of health during the Aug. 23 meeting.
South Bruce hosting networking event
The sixth our annual South Bruce Business Networking Evening will be held on Oct. 23, at the Formosa Community Centre.
South Bruce council receives report on changes to fire department staff
Council here received a report on fire department updates with changes in staff at the Teeswater Fire Station, and the Municipality of South Bruce, as well as approved funding through the Fire Protection Grant.
