“First of all, there is no Canadian culture. I’ve never read any Canadian literature. And when have you ever heard anyone say, ‘Honey, let’s stay in and order Canadian food?’” – Stu Smiley (as played by Kevin Pollack) in Canadian Bacon.
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Grey-Bruce sees ‘growing trend’ of human traffickers using short-term rentals
Education surrounding human trafficking occurring in short-term rental accommodations locally is being pushed in Grey and Bruce counties.
South Bruce approves replacement of truck
Despite a recommendation from staff to purchase a vehicle from Leslie Motors, South Bruce Council voted to go with a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado from Hallman GMC to replace a vehicle that was lost last year.
South Bruce Council costs top $100,000 in 2024
In 2024, South Bruce Municipal Council cost ratepayers a total of $107,345.15 between honorariums, meeting expenses, and per diems.
Organic waste, new blue box program debated by county council
As part of a discussion regarding the transition to the new blue box system and potential for collection of source-separated organics, Bruce County Council discussed numerous options for the future of waste collection in the county.
Peabody: county council decision a step in the right direction
Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody is happy with how discussion and decisions played out during Bruce County Council’s April 3 meeting regarding development in Walkerton, however there’s still more work to be done.
Cargill Rookies claim provincial gold after undefeated season
The Cargill Rookies broomball team had an impressive season, going undefeated across several tournaments and once again claiming provincial gold.
Millions transferred to reserves by county council
Due to some changes to the Bruce County 2024 actual financial statements, Bruce County Council was able to earmark $2.83 million for reserves and pull $447,348 from development charges for 2024 projects.
South Bruce receives $65,621.38 from WSIB
The Municipality of South Bruce received $65,621.38 from the Workers Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) as a surplus rebate.
Well Community Collective looks to aid youth in four-county area
Shannon McGavin briefed Bruce County Council on the advancement of the Well Community Collective during council’s April 3 meeting.
