Owen Sound Community and Summer Activities Guide 2014

2014

Community & Summer Activities Guide

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What’s Inside... Summer Programs City Services, Events Seniors Activities Clubs & Organizations

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NO CHILD LEFT INSIDE 519.881.2448 • 705.734.2122 Email: cherith.ont@sympatico.ca www.campcherith.ca

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Owen Sound Office Performing Arts Week ages 8yrs+ July 14–18

Performing Arts Week ages 4–7yrs July 21–18

900 10th St. W., Owen Sound N4K 5R9 Ph: (519) 376-9210 • Fax: (519) 376-1355

Highland Dance Week all ages August 4–8

Wiarton Office 588 Berford St., Wiarton N0H 2T0 Ph: (519) 534-5413 • Fax: (519) 534-5414

Summer Registration Saturday May 31, 11am – 1pm

SUMMER SCHOOL

Ferndale Office 2876 Hwy 6, Ferndale Office: 519-793-3067 • Fax: 519-793-3064

Pike Bay Office 822 Pike Bay Rd., Pike Bay N0H 1X0 Ph: (519) 793-3544 • Fax: (855) 793-4288

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May 2 - June 19

TOBERMORY TO SOUTH BAYMOUTH

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SOUTH BAYMOUTH TO TOBERMORY

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Depart Daily

8:50 am 1:30 pm 6:10 pm (FRI. ONLY)

10:50 am 3:30 pm 7:55 pm

11:10 am 3:50 pm 8:15 pm (FRI. ONLY)

1:10 pm 5:50 pm 10:00 pm

6:10 pm

7:55 pm

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The Largest , most equipped club in the Region with world class coaches.

Camps start the Week of July 1st Full Week Camps – age 4+ Kindercamps – 1/2 Day Camps 4+ Discounts for Multiple weeks / Check out our Special Week!

Gymnastics Arts’ Crafts , Indoor and outdoor fun!

Register Online at www.satellitesgymnastics.com Email: registrar@satellitesgymnastics.com Call: 519-371-7233 or come to the Gym at: 2045 20th Avenue East Owen Sound satellitesgymnastics.blogspot.ca facebook.com/pages/Satellites-Gymnastics-Club

Additional Sailing: Victoria Day, Monday, May 21

June 20 - September 1 TOBERMORY TO SOUTH BAYMOUTH

Depart Daily 7:00 am 11:20 am 3:40 pm 8:00 pm

SOUTH BAYMOUTH TO TOBERMORY

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Depart Daily

8:45 am 1:05 pm 5:25 pm 9:45 pm

9:10 am 1:30 pm 5:50 pm 10:00 pm

Arrive 10:55 am 3:15 pm 7:35 pm 11:45 pm

September 2 - October 19 TOBERMORY TO SOUTH BAYMOUTH

Depart Daily 8:50 am 1:30 pm 6:10 pm (FRI. ONLY)

SOUTH BAYMOUTH TO TOBERMORY

Arrive

Depart Daily

10:50 am 3:30 pm 7:55 pm

11:10 am 3:50 pm 8:15 pm (FRI. ONLY)

Arrive 1:10 pm 5:50 pm 10:00 pm

Additional Sailing: Thanksgiving October 14

6:10 pm

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Connect to the North! Take the Chi-Cheemaun Ferry.

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Your “Learn to Swim” professionals Year ‘round Red Cross and Lifesaving Society programs are offered at our indoor pool facility in Annan

DANCE & GYM CAMP (FULL DAY) KINDER CAMP (HALF DAY)

Your “Learn to Sail” professionals

Ages 3 to 12 • Multiple Week Discounts: Cost: Full Day $150 + GO Fee • Full Day 2nd Week $130 Half Day $75 + GO • Full Day 3rd Week $110 Early Drop Off 8am • Half Day 2nd Week $65 Late Pick Up 5pm • Half Day 3rd Week $55 Largest Facility & Experienced Staff

Week-long Sailing programs are offered at the Bayshore waterfront, in July, for ages 9 to adult

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Welcoming Messages / Mayor’s Department Greetings from Mayor Deborah Haswell

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On behalf of the Mayor’s office and members of City Council, I welcome you to the 2014 Owen Sound Community & Summer Activities Guide. This guide is packed with information about how families can spend the spring and summer months being active in our beautiful City.

Owen Sound has an abundance of camps, lessons, services and adventures to offer, whether you like to hike, bike, swim, enjoy green space, or waterfront locations, our community has something for you.

When registering your child for programs this season take a minute and browse through the various adult programs. You may discover a new activity that is a great fit for your lifestyle.

Whatever your interests may be, this guide has something for everyone to enjoy and experience. You are sure to be impressed with Owen Sound’s dedication to your health and wellbeing.

I look forward to seeing you out and about this spring and summer!

Yours truly,

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Deborah Haswell Mayor

Owen Sound City Council 2011-2014 Front Row:

Photo by John Prettie

C ouncillor Colleen Purdon, City/County Councillor Arlene Wright, Mayor Deborah Haswell, Councillor Peter Lemon, Councillor Jan Chamberlain Back Row: Councillor Bill Twaddle, Councillor Jim McManaman, Councillor David Adair, Councillor Ian Boddy

Owen Sound Community & Summer Activities Guide — 2014

Contents Welcoming Messages............................................................................................................page 4 City Manager’s / Mayor’s Department...........................................................................page 6 City Services Economic Development & Tourism................................................................................page 7 Human Resources Division................................................................................................page 8 City Clerk’s Department.....................................................................................................page 8 Financial Services.................................................................................................................page 9 Operations Department.....................................................................................................page 13 Fire & Emergency Service..................................................................................................page 16 Police Services......................................................................................................................page 17 Arts and Culture......................................................................................................................page 19 The Library.............................................................................................................................page 20 Tom Thomson Art Gallery..................................................................................................page 21 Museums................................................................................................................................page 24 Major Events.........................................................................................................................page 27

Directory Faith Groups..........................................................................................................................page 58 Clubs and Organizations....................................................................................................page 60 Community Services...........................................................................................................page 64 Special thanks to Pat Bryant of the City of Owen Sound’s Community Services Department for her assistance in compiling this directory.

The Owen Sound Community Guide has been produced by Owen Sound’s Community Services Department in conjunction with The Sun Times Advertising Department.

Production by The Sun Times and Commercial Printing Departments.

This is the fifthteenth edition of the Owen Sound Community Guide: a quick and handy reference to events of interest, groups, organizations and services in Owen Sound and surrounding area. Every effort has been made to create an accurate listing. However, The Sun Times and the City of Owen Sound cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions.

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Recreation and Parks............................................................................................................page 28 Facility Rentals......................................................................................................................page 30 Parks and Open Space........................................................................................................page 33 Summer Programs...............................................................................................................page 38 Soccer Camp Registration.................................................................................................page 39 Hockey Camps......................................................................................................................page 40 Hockey Camp Registration................................................................................................page 41 Recreational Skating...........................................................................................................page 44 Swimming Lessons..............................................................................................................page 48 Public Swim Schedule........................................................................................................page 51 Seniors Activities and Services.........................................................................................page 52

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Welcoming Messages / City Services Greetings from the City Manager’s Office Thank you for taking the time to read our 2014 Owen Sound Community & Summer Activities Guide. I hope you find it interesting and informative.

As City Manager, I am responsible for the administration of City Government and implementation of policies and programs as directed by City Council. Our team is committed to providing results-oriented, practical, creative approaches and opportunities.

This guide provides information about the services offered by the City of Owen Sound, and the organization of our Departments and Divisions.

I encourage you to keep this guide nearby to remind you of all that Owen Sound has to offer.

Sincerely,

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. Ruth Coursey, A City Manager

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City Manager’s Department City Hall, 2nd Floor, Room 204 8O8-2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 579-376-4440, Fax: 579-376-3579 Website: www.owensound.ca Ruth Coursey, City Manager; Ext. 1210 Sharon Edwards, Executive Assistant & Public Relations Coordinator; Ext. 1211 Social Media: • Find us on Facebook: City of Owen Sound • Follow us on Twitter: @CityOwenSound • Subscribe on YouTube: City Owen Sound

City Manager

Ensures that the business of the City of Owen Sound is effectively carried out and communicated to Council, staff and the public at large.

Services Provided

Public Relations General Enquiries Strategic Planning Service Analysis City Information Communication Strategy Corporate Guidance Employee Initiatives

Business Plans Capital Plan Annual Operating Budget Government Agencies Liaison Economic Development Tourism

City Services

Economic Development & Tourism Division Steve Furness, Manager; sfurness@owensound.ca 519-376-4440 Ext. 1236 Marketing the City to new residents, businesses and visitors is the responsibility of the Economic Development and Tourism area. The overall goal is to attract new investment and jobs to improve the vitality of the local economy.

Priorities:

The Business Enterprise Centre

Sound and Area has assisted entrepreneurs with business information, professional consultation services and networking opportunities. BEC is a one stop source of assistance for starting, growing or expanding your small business. BEC answers your questions, assists with preparing a business plan, reviewing your marketing materials and much more. BEC is a partnership between the Ministry of Economic Development and the City of Owen Sound.

173 8th Street East Owen Sound, ON N4K 1K9 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m Phone: 519-371-3232 EmaiI : businesshelp@owensound.ca Website: www.owensoundbusiness.ca

Staff:

• Downtown and Harbourfront area as economic and social focus • Retain, expand and attract local businesses and institutions • Market the City to attract new residents, businesses and tourists

Jane Phillips, Manager/Business Advisor; jphillips@owensound.ca For 13 years the Business Enterprise Centre, Owen

Social Media:

Visitor Centre

City as a tourist destination at trade shows and events, and publishes several maps and guides each year. Looking to move to Owen Sound or visit? Call for a free information package, geared to your specific interests. Hosting a team, a conference, an event or visiting relatives? We can help make your guests feel welcome!

Staff:

Paulette Peirol, Tourism Marketing Coordinator; ppeirol@owensound.ca Shelley Jackson, Graphic Arts & Social Media Specialist; sjackson@owensound.ca Owen Sound operates a year-round Visitor’s Centre on the harbour, providing travellers with maps, guides, souvenirs, postcards and friendly, customized travel information about the City and area. The department promotes the

Billy Bishop Airport

The Owen Sound Billy Bishop Regional Airport is a Transport Canada registered airfield located 4 km east of Owen Sound on Highway 26. The 6000 square foot Terminal Building is open for business 7 days a week year round. The airside facilities include a 3932 foot runway, an apron for aircraft parking, fuel for piston and jet aircraft, and hangars for aircraft storage. The

We provide:

• Owen Sound guides and reference material • City and regional maps - Hiking, cycling and paddling brochures • Guides to area waterfalls, beaches, gardens, galleries, lighthouses and more

Social Media:

• Find us on Facebook: Owen Sound Tourism, Events and Attractions • Follow us on Twitter: @OSTourism • Subscribe on YouTube: Owen Sound Tourism runway and taxiways are lighted for night operations. The general public is welcome to visit and take advantage of the services available including aircraft charter, flight training and sightseeing tours. Aircraft owners can also utilize the aircraft maintenance facility based at the airport.

For further information about the Airport and the services available phone 519-371-6936

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1155 1st Avenue West Owen Sound, ON N4K 4KB Open daily from Victoria Day to Thanksgiving Winter Hours: Monday-Friday,9 am to 5 pm.

Phone:519-371-9833 Toll Free: 1-888-675-5555 Email inquiries: vacation@owensound.ca Website : www.owensoundtourism.ca

• Find us on Facebook: The Business Enterprise Centre - Owen Sound

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City Services

Human Resources Division

Staff:

human resources programs and practises to support corporate goals and objectives, ensuring that the City of Owen Sound continues to be the place “where you want to live”!

Through strategic guidance, the HR division leads programs and practises to balance the needs of the human capital and the need for business accountability to deliver exceptional service to the City of Owen Sound’s residents in the most fiscally responsible manner.

Services Provided

The Human Resources Division is committed in aligning

Office Location:

City Hall, 2nd Floor, Room 203 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4 Phone: 519-376-4440, Fax: 519-371-8190 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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City Hall, 2nd Floor, Room 203 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4 Phone: 519-376-1440 Fax: 519-371-0511 Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

E-mail: cityadmin@owensound.ca Website: www.owensound.ca/clerks-office

Staff:

Kristen M. Van Alphen, City Clerk; Ext. 1228 Briana Bloomfield, Deputy Clerk; Ext. 1247 Bonnie Seaman, Administrative Coordinator; Ext. 1222 Lee-Anne Kazarian, Legislative Services Coordinator; Ext. 1268 Jeff Smith, By-law Coordinator; Ext. 1241

Council Meetings:

City Council meetings are held every other Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. and are open to the public. The meetings take place in the City Council Chamber located on the top floor of City Hall.

City Council meetings are televised by Rogers TV and are also streamed online at www.owensound.ca/live-broadcast. The Council Agendas and Minutes are available on the city’s website at owensound.civicweb.net.

Election 2014:

On Monday, October 27, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. eligible electors can vote in the 2014 Municipal Election. For more information on voting or running as a candidate visit www.owensound.ca/election-2014.

Curry Humphreys, Human Resources Supervisor; Ext. 1213 Annie Sebesta, Human Resources Assistant; Ext. 1214 Amanda Maxwell, Human Resources Clerk; Ext. 1273

Across the City’s varied work force (Fire Services, Police Services, Library, Art Gallery, Economic Development & Tourism, Engineering Services, Roads, Water & Wastewater, Parks & Open Spaces, Building, By-law, Planning & Development, and Financial Services) the Human Resources Division provides support in the following areas: • Workforce planning • Compensation • Recruitment and retention • Health and Safety • Collective Bargaining • Training & Development • Labour Relations • Human Resource and Health • Performance Management & Safety Policy development Are you on the Voters List?

The City of Owen Sound encourages all voters to confirm they are registered to vote in the 2014 Municipal Election. Contact the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) at www.voterlookup.ca, 1-866-296-6722, or 1-877-889-6722 (TTY) to confirm.

Services provided by the Clerks Department: • Council Agendas and Minutes Preparation • Boards and Committees Coordination • Municipal Election Management • Records Management • By-law Management • Policy Management • Issuing Licenses: • Business • Lottery (Bingo/Raffle/ Nevada Break Open Ticket) • Marriage • Civil Marriage Ceremonies

Civil Marriage Service:

• Assessment Roll Information • Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Requests • Vital Statistics Services • Municipal Property Agreements • Stop Up and Close Road Requests • Commissioner for Oaths/ Affidavits • Notary Public Services • Insurance Claims • Public Notices, Media Releases

The City of Owen Sound is pleased to offer civil marriage ceremonies at a date, time, and location of your choice. Please call 519-376-4440 ext 1268 or weddingservices@owensound.ca for more information.

City Services ANIMAL CONTROL Owen Sound Animal Shelter

2125 18th Avenue East, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6Y3 Phone: 519-372-1123 Hours: Mon - Fri: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m., Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Email: osas@bmts.com Website: www.bmts.com/~osas/

Services:

The Owen Sound Animal Shelter cares for stray animals until owners can reclaim them and provides an opportunity for people to adopt a pet into a loving home. Since April 1, 1999 Renee and Todd Robins have been contracted to operate the Animal Shelter and provide Animal Control services for the City.

Financial Services Department 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 2H4 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (519) 376-4440 and Extension # Fax: (519) 371-0511 Website: www.owensound.ca Wayne Ritchie, Director of Financial Services; Ext. 1238 Linda McDonald, Administrative Assistant; Ext. 1239

Tax Services Ext. 1249

Services Provided: • General Information • Purchasing of all Goods and Services through Public Tendering Process • Liaise with Suppliers and Public re: Procurement Process

Information Technology Ext. 1411

Services Provided: • Construct and maintain City technology infrastructure connecting all City facilities providing data exchange, manipulation and storage across the organization • Configure computer and other technological hardware and provide support for its use • Provide software applications maintenance and support • Create and maintain City website • Support all tools for communications • Provide expertise and technological solutions to foster efficiencies and better customer service

Owen Sound... where you want to live!

LARRY MILLER, MP

Water/Waste Water Ext. 1243

Services Provided: • Water / Waste Water billing and collections • Billing Inquiries • Co-ordinate meter readers • Set up new accounts • Final billings for accounts

Bruce - Grey - Owen Sound CONSTITUENCY ADDRESS: 208-1131 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 2J1 T: (519) 371-1059 F: (519) 371-1752 larry.miller.c1@parl.gc.ca www.larrymiller.ca

Accounting Ext. 1240

Services Provided: • Financial Statements and Financial Information Returns • Operating and Capital Budget • Performance Measures • Accounts Receivable • Payroll

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Services Provided: • Issue Interim and Final Tax Bills • Tax Collection • Administer Monthly and Installment Payment Plans • Issue Tax Certificates • Tax Inquiries • Process title changes • Process Applications for: • Tax Adjustments • Vacancy Tax Rebates • Charity Rebates • Process Assessment Review Board Decisions • Process Minutes of Settlements Taxpayers have negotiated with MPAC • Maintain accurate mailing addresses • Correspond with Taxpayers’ Mortgage Companies

Purchasing Ext. 1246

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City Services

Community Services Department

Community Services... helping to build the community “where you want to live“.

Pamela Coulter, Director; pcoulter@owensound.ca Pat Bryant, Administrative Assistant; pbryant@owensound.ca City Hall, Main Floor 808 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 2H4 (519) 376-4440 ext 1256 The Community Services Dept places a high priority on creating a community where development enhances the City and creates

Building Division

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Brian Green, Chief Building Official bgreen@owensound.ca The Building Division is responsible for ensuring that all construction within the City conforms to the Ontario Building Code, City By-laws and other applicable laws. The Division coordinates new building projects in the City working closely with the Operations Department and Planning Division, to encourage development.

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• Building Permits (building, plumbing, conditional, demolition, change of use sign tent) required to construct, renovate and/or alter existing or new buildings or structures • Inspections of projects under permit to ensure that the Ontario Building Code, Zoning By-laws and all other applicable laws are upheld for the duration of the project

a safe urban environment where our residents and visitors can be active and healthy.

Need a building permit? Want to register your children for swimming lessons or a summer camp? Community Services offers recreation programs, accessible playgrounds, cemetery, parks, open spaces, and playing fields and many exciting events and cultural experiences, land use planning, building, all within an attractive and safe community.

• Preparation of Statistics for use by federal, provincial and municipal agencies, the Building and Development Industry, as well as the media If you’re thinking of renovating, installing a swimming pool, building a deck or other construction, you may need a Building Permit. Even small additions, decks, garden sheds are required to meet Zoning By-law standards.

2014 Residential Permit Fees:

New House and Additions ................................... Min. $120 Accessory Structures ............................................ Min. $120 Plumbing ........................................................... Min. $95/unit Demolition(under 175 cu.m) .............................. Min. $180 Not sure if you need a permit? Call 519-376-4440 ext. 1275 building@owensound.ca It is recommended that you discuss your project in the very early stages with the staff at City Hall to avoid any unforeseen circumstances or delays. By making contact with staff in the planning and building departments, it will ensure your project will not be held up by the unexpected and you will be better informed when dealing with other agencies.

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City Services

Planning Division

and regulations pertaining to those land uses.

In terms of application review, we evaluate each new development application on its merits and compliance with applicable laws.

Our team is here to serve you with any land use questions that you may have. Stop by the Planning Division to obtain information relating to: • Land Use, including development plans • Official Plan designation and policy • Zoning of your property - uses permitted and relevant site and building regulations (ie. setbacks and parking) • Site Plan, Plans of Subdivision and Condominium applications and approvals • Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Consents and Minor Variances • Community Improvement Plan including Facade and Structural Improvement Program.

To obtain more information and to find out “What’s New”, visit us online @ www.owensound.ca/planning

Heritage Programs

• Interpretive Walking Tours: Historic Walking/Biking Tour brochures available at the Visitor Centre or City Hall.

• Doors Open: Since 2003, the City has participated in this province wide celebration of Community Heritage. The date of the 2014 Owen Sound event is May 31 and June 1. To volunteer for Doors Open, call 376-4440 Ext. 1256.

• Web Site: Visit the heritage pages at www.owensound.ca/heritage.

Visit our website: www.owensound.ca to experience a virtual tour of the City’s Register of Heritage Properties and Historical Interpretive Plaques.

Contact us if you are interested in listing your property on the City’s Heritage Register

Sandra Parks, Heritage Planning Co-ordinator building@owensound.ca The Planning Division is also responsible for Heritage Programs within the City. The Heritage Co-ordinator can provide you with information regarding the properties that are listed on the Heritage Register and Designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. The City’s Strategic Plan suggests the City should advocate preservation of significant buildings, structures and natural heritage, preserving and celebrating its unique history through architectural preservation and historical interpretation.

Programs: • Heritage Register: An inventory of properties of cultural heritage value or interest. Currently contains 150 listings.

Take a virtual tour online.

• Designated Properties: To date 32 properties have been designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. • Heritage Permits: For alterations to designated properties.

• Façade & Structural Improvement Program: A grant program that encourages restoration and rehabilitation of downtown store fronts and designated buildings.

• Heritage Property Tax Relief Program: Provides Tax Refunds to eligible designated property owners who wish to opt into the program.

• Interpretive Plaque Program: The Interpretive Plaque program began in 1998; to date 46 plaques have been placed around the City. Take a virtual tour online.

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Ann Balaban, Manager, Planning and Heritage abalaban@owensound.ca The City of Owen Sound Planning Division is a small group of professionals who provide customer service to residents, developers, builders and other regarding the ongoing development of our City. We work closely with other City Departments to ensure that the land use goals and vision of Council and the community are attained.

The Planning Division has two primary functions - to formulate policy that guides the development of our City as well as to process applications for new development.

Policy direction to stakeholders is provided through the City’s Official Plan which was reviewed and updated in 2012 and is a general outline of what type of land use should take place and where development should occur.

The main implementation tool used by the Planning Division is the Comprehensive Zoning By-law, which was updated and approved in 2010. The Zoning By-law implements the Official Plan by establishing specific land uses

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City Services RECREATION, CULTURE & EVENTS

Brenda Dailey, Facilities Booking Coordinator bdailey@owensound.ca Doug Cleverley, Event Facilitator dcleverley@owensound.ca The Recreation Division is responsible for the booking of all City Facilities and Parks. The Division is also committed to providing recreation programs that reflect the needs of the community and offer opportunities for an active healthy lifestyle.

Recreation also offers summer programming for youth including day camp and specialty camps, swimming programs as well as the Skateboard and Bike Parks in partnership with the Owen Sound Family Y. The Culture & Events Division is responsible for Events in the City, including Celebrate Summer Owen Sound, New Year’s

Eve, etc. as well as the implementation of the Cultural Awards program and other cultural initiatives.

Culture & Events Division is committed to ensuring residents and visitors alike experience the City’s authenticity, natural amenities, diversity and community spirit. Many cultural and special events are held throughout the year - the annual Home & Cottage Expo, celebrating the kick-off of summer at Canada Day, Harbour Nights concert series, Movies & Music, Owen Sound Cultural Awards and the award winning Festival of Northern Lights.

This year we are “Celebrating Summer” again! Plan to attend events like Harbour Nights or enjoy a movie under the stars at Harrison Park. Check out www.owensound.ca for all that’s worth celebrating this summer in Owen Sound!

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John W. Howard, Manager jwhoward@owensound.ca Owen Sound has beautiful trails through the Niagara Escarpment and rivers, valleys and parks throughout the city with many different amenities and features. The City maintains a range of playgrounds, sportsfields and green space and provides the following services: • Horticulture - planting and maintenance of various feature plantings • Greenwood Cemetery administration and maintenance • Arboriculture - tree maintenance and planting on City property, Parks and public right-of-ways including Memorial/ Commemorative Tree Planting Program

Greenwood Cemetery

190 1st Street South West 519-376-3203 or cemetery@owensound.ca Greenwood Cemetery is located on 40 acres of land in the

Bill Walker, MPP

BRUCE-GREY-OWEN SOUND

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• Operation of Harrison Park and Kelso Campgrounds For Facility Bookings call 519-376-1440 or check us out online southwesterly corner of the City. Surrounded by tall, stately maples and cedar hedges, a wooded ravine with a trail runs diagonally through the centre of the cemetery. It is a traditional cemetery with areas for both upright monuments and flat markers. The original house is now used as a cemetery office; a maintenance complex for storing grounds equipment is located behind the house. The cemetery has three Columbaria as well as a scattering garden.

Greenwood Cemetery is a place for the living—please come and visit. Visitation is daily from sunrise to sundown. Greenwood Cemetery Walking Tour available at Cemetery, City Hall, Tourism or on-line.

The cemetery office is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and other times by appointment.

Mausoleum Access Hours: May 1st to October 15 7 days a week: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Information, rates, etc. available at www.owensound.ca

City Services

Operations Department The Operations Department includes two divisions: • Engineering Services Division • Public Works Division

Director’s Office

808 2nd Avenue East, Lower Floor Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 2H4 Phone: (519) 376-1440 Fax: (519) 371-0511

Conventional Transit

The Conventional Transit service is a four (4) route system operating during the day Monday through Saturday. All four routes provide ½ hour service from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. On Saturdays, bus services operate between 9:00 am and 5:30 4:00 pm with ½ hour service on all routes. The four (4) route transit system is presently under review and changes are anticipated to occur in 2014.

For up to date information regarding bus routes, times and fares contact the Transit Terminal at 519-376-3299.

Specialized Transit

Easy, Reliable, Convenient — ENJOY THE RIDE!

Chris Webb, P. Eng., Manager of Engineering Services

1900 20th Street East Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 5N3 Phone: (519) 376-4530 Fax: (519) 372-1209 Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Services Provided:

City Utilities and Services Information • S pecial Services Applications (approval for roads, sidewalk and curb cuts, municipal utility service connections) • Servicing Agreements and Administration • Technical Inquiries related to City utility servicing (water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer/drainage) Road and Right of Way Coordination • Street Occupation Permits (approval to work in City streets and right of ways) • Traffic Signal Contract and Maintenance • Coordination with utility companies (Hydro One, Bell, Union Gas, Rogers, etc) • Entrance Approvals Subdivision Agreements and Development Coordination (with Planning Division) City Infrastructure Capital Planning, Project Management & Public Information •N ew construction reconstruction, and upgrading of City owned infrastructure such as roads, watermain, sewers, traffic signals, streetlighting, sidewalks, water treatment plant and pumping stations, sewage treatment plant and pumping station City Engineering Specifications, Documents and Records.

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1077 2nd Ave East Owen Sound • Suite B, 2nd Floor N4K 2H8

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OBSERVE

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STUDY

EXPLORE

• Special Guests • Culinary Fun • Creative Art • Science • Team Building • Dramatic Play • Weekly Field Trips • Music & Games • Group Projects

We offer a‘Whole Child’philosophy providing a well-rounded and stimulating program that will get your child excited about their environment. Come and make new friends and build leadership skills while exploring the natural world around us. Every day will be filled with exceptional and captivating experiences.

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The Specialized Transit service is a door-to- door transportation service for residents of the City with mobility limitations that restrict their ability to use the City’s conventional transit service. The service operates Mon-Fri Monday6:30am-6pm to Friday and 9am-4pm.

8:00Saturdays a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For an application or information regarding the Specialized Transit service phone 519-376-4440 1440.extension 1226.

Engineering Services

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City Services Public Works 1900 20th Street East Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 5N3 Phone: 519-376-4274 Fax: 519-372-1209 Office Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

1900 20th Street East 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Services Provided: • Winter and Summer Maintenance of Roads, Sidewalks and Streetlights • Fleet Repair and Management • Garbage Collection contract and inquiries

Miller Waste Transfer Station and City of Owen Sound Recycling Depot

For County Roads in the City contact: Grey County Transportation and Public Safety 519-376-7337

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Waste & Wastewater

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Household Hazardous Waste Days 2014

Matt Prentice, M.Eng. P.Eng Manager of Water and Wastewater 1900 20th Street East Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 5N3 Phone: 519-376-4440 Ext. 3224 Services provided: • Sanitary and Storm Sewer Main and Lateral Repairs on the Public Rights of Way • Water Treatment and Distribution • Wastewater (sewage) Treatment and Collection • Utility Locates for Water and Sewer • Waste Diversion and Recycling Programs

Waste Management Programs Chris Hughes Environmental Superintendent 1900 20th Street East Owen Sound Phone: 519-376-4440 Ext. 3223

Leaf and Yard Compost Site 28th Avenue East, North of 20th Street Open annually spring to fall, dusk to dawn.

Goods Exchange Days 2014 Saturday, April 26, Saturday, July 26 and Saturday, October 25, 2014

The Miller Waste Transfer Station / City of Owen Sound Recycling Depot is located on 20th Avenue East North of 20th Street East. The hours of operation are: Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

RECYCLING The City provides many recycling opportunities. The programs include both curbside pickup and depot based programs.

Residential The City provides bi-weekly residential curbside recycling pickup. Residential Blue Boxes are for sale at either City Hall or the Public Works Office.

Industrial, Commercial, Institutional (ICI) In 2006 the City passed a By-Law requiring all ICI facilities within the City to recycle. Recycling carts are available for weekly curbside collection for most commercial and institutional facilities. Please contact Public Works if your ICI facility requires assistance in setting up a recycling program.

Corrugated Cardboard Cardboard from the downtown core is picked up every week.

All other areas are collected on a monthly basis.

All cardboard should be flattened and bundled and not exceed 1 metre (3’) in any dimension or exceed 18 kilograms (40 pounds) in weight.

Boxboard Plastic and wax-coated boxboard (such as cereal boxes) and tetra-paks (juice boxes) are included in the regular bi-weekly blue box collection.

Styrofoam/Polystyrene These materials must be delivered to the Recycling Centre. For a list of acceptable items please see the City’s Website or call Public Works.

City Services WASTE COLLECTION The City provides bi-weekly curbside waste collection. All domestic and commercial premises are allowed a maximum of three containers/bags per week for the downtown core. Outside the downtown core, a maximum of four containers/bags bi-weekly. Every container/bag must have a bag tag. For garbage in a container the top bag or item inside the container must have a bag tag attached to it.

Facilities Management Craig Ruppenthal, Facilities Manager Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre 1900 3rd Avenue East Owen Sound On N4K 2M6 Telephone: (519) 376-3594 ext. 4222 Fax: (519) 376-6559

Garbage Bags or Containers must not weigh more than 18 kilograms (40 pounds).

Purchasing Bag Tags — Bag tags may be purchased individually at City Hall or the Public Works Office, and in multiples of 5 at several independent businesses throughout the City.

Please contact Public Works at 519-376-4274 for additional information regarding the City’s Waste Management Programs or visit the City’s Website at www.owensound.ca Office Hours: Monday & Friday Tues., Wed. & Thurs.

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Services provided: • Co-ordination and set up for all events at the facilities • Maintenance of all City Buildings including: • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre • Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre offering Twin Pad Arena

Call these child care experts today!

“We Have the Answers in Quality Child Care”

Brooke Montessori Toddler School 435 21st Street West, Owen Sound

CHILD CARE “Quality child care available for ages 13 months to 10 years. School age care available before and after school and all school holidays (including July and August).”

1032 2nd AVE. WEST OWEN SOUND 519-371-9471

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(18 months to 5 years)

Ages from 18 months

SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE

www.brookemontessoriowensound.com brookemontessori@hughes.net

(JK to 12 years)

Throughout Grey & Bruce A Certified Playing to Learn Curriculum Provider!

For more information on our unique curriculum visit our website: www.ymcaowensound.on.ca FAMILY Y CHILD CARE Owen Sound 519-376-0484 Port Elgin 519-832-6225 Kincardine 519-396-9622 Ripley 519-395-5570 Hanover 519-364-4938

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City Services

OWEN SOUND FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES 1209 3RD AVENUE EAST, OWEN SOUND, N4K 2L6 PHONE (519)376-2512 FAX (519)372-0757 www.owensoundfireems.com Email fire@owensound.ca

MISSION STATEMENT

To Save Lives

Protect Property

Prevent Harm

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WHAT WE DO…

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SUPPRESSION

PREVENTION

• Fire Suppression • Emergency Medical Response 1st Aid/ Defibrillation/ Resuscitation • Extrication • Confined Space Rescue • High Angle Rescue • Trench Rescue • Marine/ Ice Rescue • Hazardous Materials Response • Mutual Aid • Municipal Emergency Planning and Preparedness

• Fire Prevention • Public Education and Awareness • Fire Inspections • Plan Examinations • Fire Code Enforcement

TRAINING • Provides overall training and education to the fire personnel

Every residence in Ontario must have a working smoke detector on every level and outside all sleeping areas.

Make your INTENTION FIRE PREVENTION! Dial 9-1-1 in an emergency.

“It’s up to YOU” to prevent fires in your home!

Carbon monoxide is invisible and odourless and can kill you in no time at all. Only a carbon monoxide detector can alert you to this deadly gas.

Install one today.

City Services

OWEN SOUND POLICE SERVICE Chief of Police – William Sornberger 922 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound, ON. N4K 4M7 519-376-1234 www.owensoundpolice.com

The 97 employees of the Owen Sound Police Service many of whom live and raise our families in Owen Sound enjoy giving back and going above our “job descriptions”. Our members are not only active in various community groups and coaching local sports teams they also give back to numerous Charitable Organizations through the Canadian Cancer Society, Special Olympics, Law Enforcement Torch Run, Alzheimer’s Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Heart and Stroke Society to name a few.

The Owen Sound Police Service, while being one of the most proactive police services in the province for its size, continues to expand not only the enforcement and investigative side of policing but also just as importantly focuses on education and crime prevention. With the assistance of provincial grants and the dedication of

personnel, the Owen Sound Police Service ensures that every student in Owen Sound is offered structured and interactive safety lessons. The Owen Sound Police have launched the new “Safe Driving Education” initiative which educates every high school student and other community stakeholders in the dangers of distracted and impaired driving. Students have the opportunity to try our many interactive displays designed to demonstrate how much the use of cell phones, iPods, drugs and alcohol will have on their abilities to safely operate a motor vehicle.

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While we at the Owen Sound Police Service continue to ensure the safety of our 22,000 residents, thousands of yearly visitors, 8,900 households and 133 kilometers of roadways, we also enjoy working closely with and being a proud part of our community.

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In addition, students will participate in SIDE, a Simulated Impaired Driving Experience. While attempting to maneuver a track in a motorized vehicle, drivers and passengers will experience the effects of simulated loss of motor vehicle control.

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Our Positive Choices Community Safety Village continues to visit every elementary school allowing us to not only have personal and positive contact with each student but provide them with the tools to make good and healthy decisions on their own.

Owen Sound Police are also always available for presentations to adults, community groups and organizations to discuss a variety of topics. Please contact our Community Services Officer, Constable Mike DazĂŠ at 519-376-1234 ext. 161 or at mdaze@owensoundpolice.com to arrange a presentation on many topics including Frauds and Scams, Safe Driving, Internet Safety, Bullying, Drugs, Street Smarts as well as Senior and Child Safety.

Volunteers – We at the Police Service could not serve our community without the assistance of our many

volunteers. Whether they are staffing the Community Service Office at Heritage Place Mall, providing us with an extra set of eyes and ears while working with our Citizens on Patrol (COP), student volunteers at our many community events and fundraisers, or as a member of our Auxiliary Police Unit we are completely indebted to all of these wonderful volunteers that give so freely of their time.

We hope to see you at the many community events that we will be attending over this next year; 15th Annual NHL Alumni Game, 15th Annual Polar Bear Dip, Salmon Derby Kids Day, Cuff Links Golf Tournament, Beat the Heat with Buster, Hottest Yard Sale Under The Sun, Owen Sound Fall Fair, Keystone Family Fun Day, Big Ticket Night with the Attack, Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run, Seniors Fair, Health Fair and many, many others.

To learn more about the Owen Sound Police Service and to view the many services that we provide to our community or how you can also become involved please visit our web site at www.owensoundpolice.com

Owen Sound... where you want to live!

Arts and Culture Explore Hear, see and experience Owen Sound’s diverse artistic scene including galleries, cafes, theatres, cinemas and public art.

Discover

Arts and Culture Live the Experience!

A beautiful city to explore, with waterfront trails, gardens and parkland, self-guided walking tours and interpretive plaques highlighting our heritage and heroes, including Agnes McPhail, Dr. Norman Bethune, Billy Bishop and Tom Thomson.

For more information, pamphlets are available at the City’s Visitor Centre, City Hall and other locations within the City.

With its wealth of creative people, it’s not surprising that Owen Sound is the cultural capital of the region.

Art galleries and studios, historic museums and heritage homes, studio tours, theatre, symphony, live concerts and more take place all year long.

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Owen Sound is a regional hot spot for family festivals and events. Here are just a few: • Doors Open Owen Sound • Emancipation Festival • Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival • Sweetwater Music Festival • Festival of Northern Lights For more events, check out the Events Listing in this Guide.

May 28-31, June 4-7

A mini-musical for truckers and cowboys.

LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON? SORRY. Sunday, June 14

7:30pm (Father’s Day)

of the terrors of fatherhood Christy's Stage Door Musical Theatre For Youth

BROADWAY AT THE ROXY!

Performing Arts Camps for youth June 30th-July 11th: Joseph and the Amazing Coat of Many Colours musical July 14-25: Teens Only Broadway Boot Camp July 28-August 1: Drama Drama Drama REGISTRATION DEADLINE MAY 1.

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Celebrate

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The Library

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Library memberships are free to all residents and taxpayers—this includes owners of cottages and similar properties—in the City of Owen Sound, the Township of Chatsworth, the Township of Georgian Bluffs and Meaford West (former Sydenham Township).

Don’t forget to renew your card.

It’s fast, easy and free! You can renew your card the next time you visit the Library, by phone or email.

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At the Library you can borrow DVDs, eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and toy kits; request interlibrary loans; use public computers; access free wireless internet and databases; and download mobile apps.

There are programs for children and youth including preschool story times; LEGO, Minecraft and Manga clubs; the Teen Advisory Group; youth film festival and writing contest; and PA day activities.

Adult programming includes author visits; a variety of workshops; and eReader and computer help. Check our website for upcoming programs.

The library also provides adult education; genealogy resources; and volunteer opportunities.

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9:30 am - 9:00 pm 9:30 am - 5:00 pm 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

519-376-6623 info@owensound.library.on.ca www.owensound.library.on.ca

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Arts and Culture

Welcome to the Tom Thomson Art Gallery area, was a maverick, a break-away artist who fused a passion for the wilderness with a new style of skillful and experimental painting; he inspired the formation of the Group of Seven through his transformative portrayal of the natural world.

Canadian Spirit 2014 If It Wasn’t for the War

There’s always something going on at the TOM! Experience what’s made history and what’s happening now in Canadian art, along with hands-on opportunities to engage with the world of art-making. Whether it’s peaceful contemplation or a challenge to the way you see the world, the Tom Thomson Art Gallery has something to excite the maverick in you.

An ambitious program of exhibitions by local, Canadian and international artists makes the Tom Thomson Art Gallery a destination point to experience the ever-changing world of contemporary art. Enjoy new artistic media like video, sound, performance and installation works, alongside traditional fine arts such as painting, sculpture and craft, in exhibitions that showcase current trends in visual art. Exhibitions are accompanied by informative materials and tours are conducted by trained guides —all designed to bring a new dimension to visitors’ enjoyment and appreciation of art and its creation.

Established in 1967, the Gallery is named for the iconic Canadian landscape artist Tom Thomson (1877-1917) and houses one of Canada’s largest collections of his work. Thomson, who grew up in the Owen Sound

Canadian Spirit 2014 As well as the important anniversaries of the wars and battles, we are encouraging our partners to consider all the things that came out of these events, particularly, The Great War, that illustrate our “Canadian Spirit”. For example, Canada established its sense of national identity, women got the vote, and the Canadian National Railway was completed. There is much to celebrate and a myriad of stories to tell across our great country. Canadian Spirit encourages us to do so. We will also be creating a series of community “Victory Gardens” in recognition of the 100th Anniversary of World War One and the 75th Anniversary of World War Two. Various community groups and businesses will be engaged to plant, maintain and harvest these gardens with the intentions of the gardens providing fresh produce to festival vendors as well as benefitting local groups like OSHARE, The Salvation Army, CMHA and the United Way. As such Canadian Spirit 2014 presents a multi-layered, manyfaceted opportunity to explore and discover Thomson, and his legacy, in a way never before presented.

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The Tom Thomson Art Gallery is a regional public gallery and national cultural attraction with a top-notch, revolving program of contemporary and historical exhibitions, lectures, forums, films, concerts and workshops. A dynamic place where artists and audiences meet and flourish, the Gallery provides visitors with enriching experiences through art.

Canadian Spirit is an annual, year-long collaborative project initiated by The TOM in 2012. This year’s Canadian Spirit project will consist of exhibitions, community garden projects, cooking and canning classes, performances, talks, walks, films, hands on activities and other events bringing together people to explore, celebrate and connect with Thomson and his legacy. Check the website for events at www.tomthomson.org

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Arts and Culture The Canadian Spirit Festival is one of the main events of the Canadian Spirit project. This annual, multi-arts Festival will include an expanded culinary arena in 2014 called Homegrown. The ethos behind Homegrown is just as the name implies...all things homegrown and local. The TOM is pleased to be partnering with the Grey County Chef’s Forum for Homegrown activities. From culinary bistro vendors, to craft beer, wine and spirits, to a farmers’ market, cooking demonstrations featuring talented local chefs, musicians and entertainers, Homegrown will celebrate the taste of our region.

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Canadian Spirit continues through to Canadian Spirit 2017: Someday they will know what I mean... marking the 100th anniversary of Thomson’s death and the 150th anniversary of Canada and which will focus on ideas and issues around Canadian identity, its past and its evolution. The Canadian Spirit series will balance the honour owed to the past with the needs of the present, while always looking forward to the future.

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Works by Tom Thomson and his contemporaries will be on view during our CANADIAN SPIRIT: The Tom Thomson Experience exhibition. Paintings, memorabilia and archival images offer an insightful look at Thomson, ranging from his early life in Owen Sound to his untimely death at Canoe Lake in 1917. Thomson is truly one of Canada’s most influential artists of the 20th century and a true Canadian hero!

Programs and Education Lively and stimulating programs for all ages foster an appreciation of contemporary art and culture. Adults, teens and children can participate in an array of learning opportunities including art classes, school programs, workshops, and other art activities.

The Gallery also offers lectures by artists and critics, film screenings (Gallery Night at the Movies and Owen Sound’s Reel Festival), readings by writers and poets, concerts and TTAG - You’re It! Offsite projects. Check our website or Facebook page for up to date information!!

The Gallery Shop features a wide selection of unique gifts and crafts handmade by regional artists, including jewellery, pottery, works in metal, textiles and glass. The Shop also specializes in books, cards and reproductions relating to Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven.

Exhibition related materials are always featured.

PLAN YOUR VISIT The Gallery is located on First Avenue West, beside the Public Library, on the Sydenham River steps from beautiful downtown Owen Sound.

Tom Thomson Art Gallery 840 First Avenue West Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 4K4 (519) 376-1932 ttmag@e-owensound.com Gallery Hours Regular: Tuesday to Friday, 11 am to 5 pm Saturday and Sunday, 12 to 5 pm Victoria Day to Thanksgiving: Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm Sunday, 12 to 5 pm Admission Suggested Donation: $5.00 Stay plugged in! Go to www.tomthomson.org and sign up for our e-newsletter or become a Facebook fan.

SUPPORT Join TheTOM Individual-$35 Senior-$25 Student-$25 Artist-$25 Family-$45

The Annual Fund The Annual Fund provides substantial support for the Gallery to stage major exhibitions and offer engaging programming for you. Your gift to the Annual Fund, whether $20 or $200, will benefit The Tom Thomson

Arts and Culture Art Gallery and provide you with an additional tax deduction. Your contribution will ensure that The TOM continues to be a source of inspiration, enjoyment, and education for you and our community.

Fifty for Fifty In 2017 we will be marking the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the 100th anniversary of Tom Thomson’s death and the 50th anniversary of the Tom Thomson Art Gallery. For a donation of $1,000 a year ($85 a month) you will receive a tax receipt, recognition on our special FIFTY FOR FIFTY donor panel and invitations to attend 4 to 6 exclusive FIFTY FOR FIFTY events each year. In order to ensure the quality of experience at these intimate and exclusive events, the FIFTY FOR FIFTY club is limited to fifty members only.

For more information on joining and different ways of giving to the TOM, please contact Suzanne Watson at 519-376-1932x226 or swatson@tomthomson.org.

CIRCA 1967: a stamp printed in the Canada shows The Jack Pine, Oil Painting by Tom Thomson.

VOLUNTEER – one of our most valuable assets – YOU! Volunteers at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery are part of a multi-talented team and assist the Gallery in bringing the best of the visual arts to the broader community.

There are many ways to get involved - plus, you’ll have a terrific time doing it!

Call 519 376-1932 today to find out how to put your talent to work.

The Tom Thomson Art Gallery is generously supported by the City of Owen Sound, the Ontario Arts Council and The Canada Council for the Arts, its volunteers and memberships, foundations, businesses.

May 31 & June 1, 2014, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Free admission

Midland Tours

170 years of Heritage is waiting for you to explore. ~ Owen Sound’s history as told through its buildings ~

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

$5.00

Book your concert then leave the driving to us!

Doors Open Ontario is a province-wide celebration of community heritage designed to create access, awareness and excitement about our heritage. It provides residents and visitors alike with a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always interesting places within our community - all free of charge.

Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation To book your group, call Midland Tours Representative for Grey, Bruce & Simcoe at

1-877-839-8687 Reservations a must!

Volunteers: No heritage knowledge required . . . just enthusiasm. What better way to learn more about these historic sites than to spend a half day volunteering at a site!

Patrons having a valid Casino Rama Players Passport™ Card upon bus arrival may be eligible to receive a qualifying group incentive as determined

by Casino Rama. Passengers must be 19 years of age or older and have valid government-issued identification to board busses destined to Casino Rama. A Casino Rama Players Passport™ Card is required to receive any Casino Rama incentive. Incentives are non-transferable. Programs are subject to availability and may change without notice. Employees and selfexcluded patrons are not eligible to redeem Casino Rama offers.

To Volunteer or get more information, visit www.owensound.ca/heritage/doorsopen.php or contact Sandra Parks, Heritage Planning Coordinator at building@owensound.ca or 519-376-4440 Ext. 1275

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Museums

Discover History and Heritage at the Owen Sound Museums

948 3rd Ave West Owen Sound, Ontario 519 371 0031 www.billybishop.org

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Speaking Stones Exhibit Billy’s Room/Dining Room

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High Flight Exhibit Louise’s Room

Visit the boyhood home of Canada’s famous flying ace and wartime hero, William Avery “Billy” Bishop, located in downtown Owen Sound. Find out about his amazing life and legacy as well as Canada’s military and aviation history. Experience a slice of Victorian lifestyle in this national historic site featuring many furnishings and possessions of the Bishop family, who first lived in this grand home over a century ago. Outside enjoy the beautiful, Victorian-era inspired gardens. In July and August, Victorian Teas take place on the grounds.

This summer see To Learn, To Serve, To Advance about the history of the air cadet movement as well as Local Heroes, an exhibit focusing on Owen Sound’s three Victoria Cross winners.

Summer 2014 Exhibits The history of the house, Opening: April 27, 2014 work in and update “If these walls could talk” exhibit information.

Talk about the various renovations made to the house, the stories of Billy and the house (his 1st flight, his dark room).

The history of the Air Force Opening: June 1, 2014 in Canada. Starting with RFC in the Great War to the British Commonwealth Air Training Program to RCAF.

Mostly text based with photographs. Artefacts and furniture.

Exhibit Opening coincides with our Veterans Commemoration and BBQ Sunday, June 1st, 2014

Stay in Touch Along with our web sites, follow all the latest news, events and happenings online via...

Facebook www.facebook.billybishop.org www.facebook.marinerail.com Twitter @osmuseums

Sign up for our weekly e-news to get the latest news from the Museums and the Tom Thomson Art Gallery.

Check all of the above regularly for programming and special event updates over the summer.

Open to all… admission by donation… seven days week all summer

Museums

Bishop House Summer Programs Calendar, 2014 Museum Explorers

Ghost Stories

Weekends, July 5 – August 31 Drop-in 1pm - 4pm | $5 Drop-in to Bishop House to learn through experimentation, challenging games, and creative crafts!

Sundays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 10, 24, 31 7-8:30 pm | $5 per person or $10 per family When the campfire is lit, the ghost stories of Owen Sound come alive! Bring a lawn chair and join us in the Bishop House backyard for our strange-but-true tales.

Vegetable Gardening for Kids!

Mondays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, and August 4, 11, 18, 25 9 am – noon | $80 per child This group of little green thumbs will learn the life-long skill of vegetable gardening by cultivating a traditional Victorian garden - sharing in the harvest, and sharing the knowledge they harvest. Each child will be responsible for ‘a crop’ and takes home their gardening tool kit.

Ghost Walks Sundays July 6, 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 10, 24, 31 13+ | $5 per person Departs Bishop House at 9pm History walks the streets of Owen Sound! It’s not your typical sidewalk crawl. The stories of the famous and infamous are animated as you stroll through the city to uncover the strange and magnificent tales of Owen Sound.

Victorian Teas

Museum Explorers Summer Camps July 28 - August 1 Ages: 6-12 | $20/day/child or $90/wk/child Leap into the past in a week-long historical adventure building, solving mysteries, creating real-life artefacts exhibitions, games and stories to make the imagination soar. History has never been so much fun!

Check our website and facebook page for special events, and up-to-date program information.

Bishop House Museum 948 3rd Avenue West, Owen Sound, ON, 519 371 0031 www.billybishop.org | www.facebook.billybishop.org

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Our summer tradition returns. Join us for traditional and especially themed Victorian Teas.

Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Bishop House Museum starting June15th, 2013.

• Dessert Teas at 2 p.m. $4 members and children, $6 non-members Wednesdays; July 9 and August 6 • Luncheon Teas at 12 p.m. $8 members and children, $10 non-members Wednesdays; July 23 and August 20

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Marine & Rail Museum 1155 1st Avenue West Owen Sound (519) 371-3333 www.marineandrail.ca Open to all ... Admission by donation ... Seven days a week all summer The Marine & Rail Museum is located in the historic CN Rail Station on Owen Sound’s harbourfront. It was established in 1978 by a volunteer group of history enthusiasts and saved by another group of volunteers in 2014. The Museum preserves Owen Sound’s history as a thriving port. It focuses on our marine, rail and industrial era.

Travel back in time to Owen Sound’s industrial past and enjoy the artifacts, scale models, archival photos and interactive stations throughout the Museum.

The Museum showcases exquisite ship models made by skilled artisans along with CNR and CPR memorabilia. Ask to see the working model railroad or, if you’re there at 12:00 or 5:00 pm Monday to Saturday, enjoy the sound of 26 the historic Kennedy Foundry whistle.

Photo by Doris Fraser

The Museum is wheelchair accessible and has free parking beside the beautifully landscaped walkway along the harbour. Tours and group rates can be arranged.

Admission is by donation. The building also houses the office of Owen Sound Tourism making information about the city available to residents and visitors.

What does it take to keep a Museum open? It’s volunteers like you! Your support is essential to help: • volunteer during open hours • assist with renovations • offer special talents including computer skills • help with fund raising events • assist with exhibit set-ups If you want to get involved, contact us at the Museum or email volunteers@marineandrail.ca. And, your donations to help keep the Museum open are essential.

Contributions can be sent to Marine & Rail Museum, Box 92, Owen Sound ON N4K 5P1. Please make cheques payable to Community Waterfront Heritage Centre (CWHC).

For more information and hours of operation, visit our website www.marineandrail.ca.

MAJOR EVENTS Hobson’s Choice Home & Cottage Expo

May 1 May 10 May 10 May 23 May 28-June 7 May 31-June 1 May 31

MS Chi-Cheemaun Spring Voyage Elvis – The Moments Last Night of the Proms One World Festival 18 Wheels Doors Open Owen Sound My Sweet Patootie

June 13-15 June 15 June 22-Aug 20 June 28 June 28- July 1 June 29

Grey-Bruce Pride Celebration Like Father, Like Son? Sorry “TD” Harbour Nights Concerts (Sundays) Moreston Heritage Village Opening Tall Ship Excursions Georgian Bay Garden Club Garden Tour

July 1 July 5 July 11-25 July 18-20

Canada Day Celebration Hottest Yard Sale Under the Sun Music & Movies, Harrison Park (Fridays) Canadian Spirit Festival

August 1-2 August 8-9 August 8-9 August 15-17 August 22-31 August 24

Emancipation Festival Streets Alive Buskerfest!

Mudtown Music & Arts Festival Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival Owen Sound Salmon Spectacular derby Bayshore Race

Sept. 4-6 Sept. 12-14 Sept. 13-14 Sept. 15-Oct. 15 Sept. 19-21 Sept. 25-27

Owen Sound Fall Fair Ribfest, Kelso Beach Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance Owen Sound Salmon Tour Sweetwater Music Festival Sydenham Agricultural Fair

October 5

Pratie Oaten Irish Festival

Nov. 14-Jan 4 Nov. 14-Jan 5 December 6

Festival of Northern Lights Victorian Christmas Festival in the Park

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Recreation and Parks From the desk of the

Director of Community Services I am pleased to introduce the 2014 Community Guide.

We have organized the information into 3 main sections: City Services; Arts and Culture; and Recreation and Parks. I hope that you enjoy the new format of the Guide and find it easy to use.

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The guide is filled with ways to be active and healthy this summer.

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The Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound have generously supported a new Skate and Bike Park at Victoria Park. We look forward to putting the finishing touches on the park this spring and to enjoying a summer filled with bikes, scooters and skateboards! Late in 2013, we completed trail upgrades at Stoney Orchard Park on the City’s east side in co-operation with the Tom Thomson Trail Group.

This trail offers some of the best views of the Owen’s Sound on Georgian Bay. Access the trail off of 9th Ave at the end of 23rd Street East and enjoy a hike.

The City is pleased to be partnering with Owen Sound Minor Soccer and Keith Mason to present 2 fun filled weeks of soccer camp at the Kiwanis Soccer Complex.

Check out the Summer Hockey Skills and Powerskating camps and keep your skills sharp for next season.

Registration details are in this guide or you can find them at www.owensound.ca. Just want to skate this summer – each week there are opportunities for public skating or book an hour of Last Minute Ice and enjoy a cool game of shinny with your friends.

The Tall Ship Liana’s Ransom, an 85-foot topsail schooner is returning to Owen Sound on Canada Day weekend (June 28 - July 1), offering 90-minute excursions on Owen Sound Bay. Excursion tickets are now available in person at the Roxy Theatre Box Office, or online at www.roxytheatre.ca.

The crew dresses in period costume similar to the outfits worn by pirates and privateers of old. During the excursions, passengers are entertained by tales of pirate adventures, with crew members swinging on ropes over the water. Passengers even have the opportunity to fire the ship’s authentic scale model cannons. After enjoying a cruise, plan to take in the annual fireworks display at Kelso Beach Park or enjoy the fireworks from a special fireworks cruise. Plan to make 2014 a memorable Canada Day with your friends and family.

There are many ways for you to Celebrate Summer in Owen Sound from Friday night Music and Movies to Sunday Harbour Nights Concerts to free swims at Harrison Park Pool. All the details about these and many other opportunities can be found in this guide.

Owen Sound... where you want to live!

Recreation and Parks Recreation & Parks Advisory Committee Left to Right: Jill Gamble, Councillor Bill Twaddle -Vice-Chair, Paul Foster, Bob Garnett, Krista Youngblood, Bryan Gibbons and Councillor Jim McManaman - Chair Absent: Councillor David Adair, Jean Paul Caron, Scott Vining

So many of these events and opportunities are made possible at no charge to our residents and visitors through the generous support and sponsorship of our community partners. Thank you to the community minded individuals, businesses and organizations who make this possible.

I hope we help you create memories with your family this summer!

Owen Sound... where you want to live!

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The Rotary Youth Camp “Presqu’ile”

Providing camps in Owen Sound, for grades 4- 6 the week of July 28 - Aug 1!

Archery Paddle Making Canoeing & Kayaking Sports Drama Camp Fires & Sing Songs Ecology Swimming Arts & Crafts Tipi Sleep Outs Leadership (14-16 yrs) Water Trampoline And so much more!

Contact us for more information.

519-888-4856 or 1-877-ESQ-KIDS (377-5437) esqinfo@uwaterloo.ca

Register today!

A partnership between the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Science. Engineering Science Quest is a proud member of Actua.

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Spend a week playing on the shores of Georgian Bay. Just 20 minutes north of Owen Sound.

Register at: 700 10th Street East Owen Sound, ON N4K 0C6 519-376-0484 ext. 224

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An overnight camp experience for ages 6 to16 years!

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Facility Rentals

Banquet & Meeting Facilities Owen Sound has facilities available to suit all occasions for any size of gathering. Whether it’s a family picnic, wedding, concert, or sports event, the City has the facility in which to host it!

Situated on the shores of Georgian Bay, the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre offers a wide range of facilities, amenities and services. Banquet halls, meeting rooms, an arena and 900 parking spaces ensure that any size of gathering can be hosted in style.

Booking Policies and Procedures: The following facilities can be booked through Service Owen Sound in person or by phone: City Hall, 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound.

Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

By Phone: 519-376-1440 • Picnic Shelters- Kelso Park and Harrison Park • Harrison Park Community Centre •H arry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre • plus many others!

For details on all Facility Bookings, call 376-1440 or check us out on-line at www.owensound.ca

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Licensed Functions: When you book a City facility and your event will be licensed under the AGCO, there are certain requirements that you must meet.

For the complete Municipal Alcohol Policy, visit the City’s website: www.owensound.ca

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Harrison Park Community Centre is also available for rent to host social and recreational activities.

FACILITY Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre 1900 3rd Ave East

Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre 700 10th St East

Harrison Park Community Centre 75 2nd Avenue East Many Other Facilities

Home Show at Bayshore Community Centre

AMENITIES Banquet Rooms accommodating up to 650 people Arena: 1 NHL size pad available for tournaments, concerts, trade shows Upper concourse walking track Concessions available Outdoor Gazebo & Patio, beautiful gardens, J. Irvine Brown Accessible playground Arenas: 2 NHL size ice pads with heated viewing area Health, Fitness & Recreation Centre (operated by YMCA) featuring: • 8 lane competition pool • Therapeutic pool • Full Fitness Facility Heritage stone building accommodates 75 people Suitable for community events; family reunions Wood-burning fireplace (wood available for purchase-no outside wood allowed) Planning an event, family get together....For all your facility needs, call us and we will try to find a space to suit your needs.

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Facility Rentals

Rental Rates (Rates for 2014 - incl. hst)

Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre (Full Day Rates)

Harrison Park Community Centre

HARRISON PARK Picnic Shelter

9 rows of tables

$9.18/row

Bandshell

Per Rental

$32.75

Community Centre

Adult Youth

Full Day

$163.75

½ Day

$84.16

Full Day

$131.00

½ Day

$66.62

KELSO BEACH PARK Picnic Shelter

8 rows of tables

$6.71/row

Payment is required at the time of renting one of the above facilities.

Prime Time

Non-Prime

Bay

267

$567.89

$275.27

Sound

202

$444.97

$215.12

Rutherford

428

$955.38

$467.65

Christie Hare 1

50

$134.67

$106.75

Christie Hare 2

100

$270.02

$141.85

Combined

144

$400.86

$220.46

Payment: • All rentals totalling less than $150 must be paid in full at time of booking.

• All hall rentals totalling more than $150 must provide a minimum $150 deposit to confirm rental.

• An administration charge of $40 will be levied for all payments returned Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) • Payment options: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa or Mastercard

Boarding Kennels for Dogs

Indoor/Outdoor Runs - 3 Walks Daily

Graham & Joanne Cunliffe pawsawhile@amtelecom.net

R.R. #1, Shallow Lake

519-376-7156

Ultrasound Kennels

Group & Private Lessons ◆ All Ages ◆ Quality School Horses & Equipment

Dobermans -- Schnauzers -- Wheaten Terriers BOARDING, GROOMING AND TRAINING

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38 years of business Ron McCartney & Family R.R. 4, Owen Sound

519-794-3456

Qualified Instructors

email: ultrasoundkennel@gmail.com

NEW BEGINNER RIDERS INTRODUCTORY PACKAGE Consists Of 4 Private Lesson

VISIT US AT OUR NEW LOCATION ACROSS FROM STONE TREE GOLF CLUB

419063 Tom Thomson Lane, Owen Sound

Natasha Kirk • 519-416-5000 Quality Grooming • Affordable Prices

By Appointment

519-371-0717

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Ice Rentals The City has two modern facilities to serve Owen Sound and area: • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre

1900 3rd Avenue East • Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre

700 10th Street East (Twin Pad Arena) Owen Sound’s Community Services Department is committed to serving the needs of user groups and residents who use Owen Sound facilities. An Ice Allocation Policy has been developed to be fair, to all ice users. The policy outlines allocation priority, process and timelines and is available on-line at www.owensound.ca or through the Community Services Department.

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To book ice time, please call Brenda Dailey at 376-4440 Ext. 1254 or check for available ice time at www.owensound.ca/play/available-ice-times

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Insurance ALL ice users are required to provide proof of liability insurance prior to the first day of ice rental ($2,000,000 coverage naming “City of Owen Sound” as an additional insured). Users have the option of securing their own insurance or obtaining the insurance through the City for a fee (outlined below, 8% tax extra) which will be added to the rental contract.

2014 ICE RENTAL HOURLY RATES (incl. hst) OFF SEASON ICE (April 1-June 30) Minor Adult Prime Time $177.41 Monday to Sunday, 6 am – 11 pm Non-Prime Time $111.77 $143.92 Monday to Friday, 11 pm-4:30 pm SUMMER ICE Prime Time $201.59 Monday to Sunday, 6 am – 11 pm FALL/WINTER SEASON Minor Adult Non-Prime Time $111.77 $143.92 Monday to Friday, 11 pm-4:30 pm Prime Time Monday to Friday, 4:30 -11 pm $153.21 $201.59 Saturday/Sunday, 6 am -11:00 pm LAST MINUTE ICE (+ hst) Prime Time $125.00 Non-Prime Time $100.00 Rates based on 50 minute hour Rates subject to change Does not include fee for insurance All for profit ice rentals and minor individuals/ organizations not from Owen Sound, Georgian Bluffs and Municipality of Meaford will be charged the adult rate.

You can now rent “Last Minute Ice”

at a competitive hourly rate!

Non-Prime Time ice - $100 Prime Time ice - $125 Some conditions may apply as noted above.

Check out available Last Minute Ice & info at: https://www.owensound.ca/play/last-minute-ice-rental or call Brenda Dailey at 519-376-4440 Ext. 1254 Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre

Parks & Open Space

Good Cheer Splash Pad at Kelso Park

Parks, Open Space & Sportsfields

Harrison Park Putt’n Paddle

Stay Healthy and Keep Active in Owen Sound!

We have a fantastic community for all of us to enjoy.

Beautiful parks, breathtaking scenery and dedicated groups providing opportunities for all ages to be active.

Splash in the Harrison Park Pool, bike the Tom Thomson trail, and play some pick-up baseball or basketball.

These facilities can be booked through Service Owen Sound in person or by phone: City Hall, 808 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound.

Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

By Phone: 519-376-1440: • Picnic Shelters- Kelso Park and Harrison Park • Harrison Park Community Centre • Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre • plus many others!

FACILITY

AMENITIES

Victoria Park 700 10th St. East

Grandstand 400 m track, field New Skate Park - skateboard, scooter or bike Amphitheatre, Picnic Tables Good Cheer Splash Pad; Ball Diamond & Soccer Field Community Hall, Picnic Shelter Outdoor Swimming Pools; 2 playgrounds (1 accessible) Harrison Park Inn Restaurant Walking Trails, Mini-Golf; Paddle Boat/Canoe Rentals; Bird Sanctuary Shuffleboard/Horseshoes/Tennis/Pickleball Outdoor Artificial Rink & Basketball Court Planning an event, family get together....For all your facility needs, call us and we will try to find a space to suit your needs.

Kelso Beach Park Eddie Sargent Parkway Harrison Park Community Centre 75 2nd Avenue East

Many Other Facilities

Harrison Park Bandshell

Victoria Park Running Track

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Look for the City’s new Skate and Bike Park at Victoria Park developed in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound. Cool off in the Good Cheer Splash Pad, located at Kelso Beach Park. Meet some friends at the Major & Friends Leash Free Dog Park along the Inner Harbour, 1st Ave East.

Booking Policies and Procedures:

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Sports Fields Ball Diamond bookings start annually on the first business day of April in person at City Hall.

To book a field, call 376-1440. Rates subject to change.

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Senior Unlit Soccer

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Practice/Scrub Ball

Junior Ball

Senior Unlit Ball

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Senior Lit Ball

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Owen Sound has an abundance of greenspace and parks within the City’s boundaries with something for everyone! Owen Sound offers many local neighbourhood parks with a variety of amenities. For detailed information on our larger parks, please refer to the chart below. For rental inquiries, please contact 519-376-1440.

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$50.40

$72.04

$10.06

$14.41

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$44.07

$62.94

$8.87

$12.60

$30.57

$4.29

$6.10

$64.30

$11.30

$16.22

Class C St. Juliens; Kelso; Harrison Field; Kinsmen

$21.36

Kelso Beach, Victoria Park $44.97

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Campgrounds

Owen Sound Trails Network

Owen Sound boasts two campgrounds within the heart of the City. Whether you want to experience an outdoor weekend retreat, have friends visiting or are hosting a local tournament, the Harrison Park Campground or Kelso Park Campground offer accommodations close to all amenities.

Situated in a dynamic outdoor playground, the City of Owen Sound is proud to be home to some of the area’s most elaborate trail systems. Trail users can enjoy the sunsets from trail routes along the shores of the bay or the quiet strolls along the harbour walkway.

Harrison Park offers trail goers a diverse selection of both hard surfaced and natural earthen trails extending into the vast Grey Sauble Conservation land leading to the ever popular Inglis Falls.

The Tom Thomson rail trail provides outdoor enthusiasts with a well maintained portion along the City’s east shore. For those that like to explore, there are four gorgeous waterfalls in close proximity to the city, all accessible by trail and waiting for the adventure seeker.

For more information, visit www.owensound.ca/trails

Campground Bookings - May - October Off-season: 519-376-0265 Regular Season: 519-371-9734

Harrison Park

$37.29/night

Reservations accepted commencing 8 am, May 1st on a first call, first booked basis

Kelso Beach Park

$33.90/night

Reservations for Summerfolk accepted commencing 8 am, Monday, May 12th on a first call, first booked basis

• Overflow & special events camping • Approx. 75 sites • Limited hydro & water hook-up NEW FOR 2014: • Reduced Hiker/Backpacker rate - $20.34/night • Reduced Friday to Friday rate - $205.10/week

Harrison Park Campground

Stoney Orchard Trail View

Stoney Orchard Park Trail Improvements This section of the Owen Sound Trail Network offers a great vista of Owen Sound Harbour and runners and hikers may notice some new changes. Last year, in co-operation with the Tom Thomson Trail Group, improvements to the existing trail were completed.

Users will notice the trail has been re-routed in a few sections, tree branches trimmed, and a new stone base installed. The trail will also feature new directional signage in the near future.

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GARDEN CENTRE RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING

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• Approx. 100 sites • Hydro & Water hookup • Showers & flush toilets • Dumping Station • Firewood (no outside wood allowed) • Laundromat • Swimming Pool privileges

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Parks & Open Space

Emerald Ash Borer Alert (EAB) Ash trees are a significant species in the City’s urban forest, which includes trees on private as well as public lands within the City. Like many Ontario municipalities, Owen Sound faces a threat to its Ash tree population. The exotic, invasive insect pest Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has infested many Ash trees throughout Southern Ontario.

In the spring of 2014, with the potential threat of this pest, Owen Sound City Council approved the Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan to reduce and mitigate the impact of EAB. The first step in the EAB Management Plan is a complete inventory and assessment of the City’s Ash trees, to better understand the true management

CAMPING

DIRECTORY Port Elgin Municipal Camp

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Address: 584 Bruce Street, Port Elgin Phone: 519-832-2512

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Southampton Municipal Camp

SAUBLE BEACH Family Camping

Address: 277 Lake Street, Southampton Phone: 519-832-2512

1 Block North of Lights 47 Sauble Falls Pkwy

For more information on either of these great camps please check our information on Website: www.saugeenshores.ca Or Email: marshallj@saugeenshores.ca

www.woodlandpark.on.ca

Relax & Enjoy Nature in one of the most scenic atmospheres on the Peninsula CAPE CROKER PARK For Reservations Call

519-534-0571

519-422-1161

Over 250 Large Campsites. Minutes Away from Lake Huron Beaches Tiverton, Ontario

www.pinetreeleisure.com

• Camping for Tents & Trailers, Complete hydro hook-up • Group Camping, Solitary Camping, Seasonal Camping • Frontier Camping in picture perfect campsites • Swimming, Beach, Volleyball, Horseshoes

Email: reservations@capecroker.com • Restaurant/Convenience Store www.capecrokerpark.com • Much More!

Port Elgin Harbour To enter the harbour, Logie’s Rock serves as an excellent reference point. It is marked by a light buoy and lies 2 miles west-northwest of Port Elgin.

Harbour staff monitor VHF channel 68.

Address: 163 Elgin St, Port Elgin • Phone: 1-866-832-2008 ext. 131 For more information on the Port Elgin Harbour please check our information on Website: www.saugeenshores.ca or Email: harbour@saugeenshores.ca AD{TS3105832}

PLAN YOUR GETAWAY TODAY!

Parks & Open Space How the Public can Help

Report signs and symptoms of infested trees to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, toll free at 1 800 442-2342 or online at www.inspection.gc.ca or contact the OMNR at 1 800 667-1940 costs for selective treatment and removal of publiclyowned Ash trees.

To learn more about EAB - check out the City’s website at: www.owensound.ca/emerald-ash-borer

The City offers recreational boaters and sports fisherman boat launch facilities at the West Side Boat Launch for the boating season. During the Salmon Spectacular Derby, this facility is open 24 hours.

Amenities include: Fish cleaning station

• Concession

• Washrooms

• Floating docks (18)

Passes can be purchased through the City’s Boat Launch Operator at the West Side Boat Launch or by calling 371-1988 (leave a message; calls are monitored).

Boat Launch Fees (plus hst): Daily Launch $8.85 Season Pass $88.50

Season Pass (2nd pass) $44.25

The East Side Boat Launch (water level dependent) also offers boaters a launch facility. Season Pass only available for this facility and can be purchased at the West Side Boat Launch.

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Summer Programs

City Camps and Swimming Lessons

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‘Play your Way’ in Owen Sound

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The City is pleased to offer new Hockey Skills Development and Power Skating camps as well as Soccer Camps in partners with the Owen Sound Minor Soccer Association. We continue our partnership with the YMCA of Owen Sound, Grey and Bruce to offer

swimming lessons at the Harrison Park Pools.

NON-RESIDENTS: Participants who have a 2014 NonResident Card for Minor Sports do not have to purchase another card.

NEW: REGISTRATION FOR HOCKEY AND SOCCER CAMPS WHEN: Registration begins WHERE: C ity Hall Monday, April 28th, 8:30 am 808 2nd Ave East HOW: In Person or By Fax (519) 371-0511 Make sure all personal and credit card information is complete so we can register your child by fax

SOCCER CAMPS presented by City of Owen Sound & Owen Sound Minor Soccer AGE: 4 to 18 Yrs Old (4 Yr olds can only register in ½ day session) WEEK I - July 7 - 11 $115 Half Day 9:00 am - 12 noon $170 Full Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $225 Advanced & Goalie 9:00 am - 4:00 pm WEEK II - August 5 - 8 (4 days) $95 Half Day 9:00 am - 12 Noon $135 Full Day 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

INSTRUCTOR: K eith Mason, Soccer Coach University of Guelph Keith is the Head Soccer Coach at the University of Guelph, and has been running Performance Plus Soccer Camps for over 18 years.

WHAT TO BRING: • Running Shoes • Hat & Sunscreen

• Shorts • Lunch/Beverage/Water

All registrants receive a T-Shirt & Soccer Ball All camps will be held at the Kiwanis Soccer Complex.

Non-resident fee applies

Summer Soccer Camp Registration Summer Soccer Camp Owen Sound Minor Soccer Association PO Box 951, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6H6 Phone: 372-1036 osmsa@bmts.com www.owensoundminorsoccer.ca

Instructor Keith Mason Head Coach University of Guelph Gryphons

2014 Soccer Camp Registration Form Parent/Guardian Name: Address:

City/Town: Home Tel #:

Postal Code:

Work Tel #:

Area:  Owen Sound  Georgian Bluffs  Grey Georgian Highlands Other (please state) __________ Highlands

Participant #1

Participant #2 First Name:

Last Name:

Last Name:

Date of Birth:

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Male Female

Special Needs/Allergies/Medical Information: Non-Resident Card # (if applicable):

Date of Birth:

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Special Needs/Allergies/Medical Information: Non-Resident Card # (if applicable):

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Signature:

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Ages 4 – 18 years old will be accepted. Children age 4 can only attend ½ day program.

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Hockey Camps

Hockey Camps

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POWERSKATING - Tuesdays

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Powerskating program includes skill and technique development as well as conditioning. Focus is on balance, control, speed and endurance.

June 24 - August 12 (8 weeks) $280 Elite 2:30 - 4:00 pm $150 PeeWee/Bantam 4:00 - 5:00 pm $150 Bantam/Midget 5:00 - 6:00 pm INSTRUCTOR: Denise Reid Skate Canada Professional Power Skating Coach Denise has coached skaters in Grey/Bruce for over 33 years. She has worked with hockey players ranging from Tyke to, most recently, the Owen Sound Junior A Attack hockey team, AAA Grey Bruce Highlanders as well as houseleague and rep players in the City of Owen Sound.

WHAT TO BRING: • CSA approved helmet • Full hockey/ringette equipment WHERE: Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre, 700 10th St East

SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Wednesdays Focus is on developing skills to bring your game to the next level; working on shooting and passing, puck control and protection.

June 25 - August 13 (8 weeks) $150 Atom 4:00 - 5:00 pm $150 PeeWee 5:00 - 6:00 pm $150 Bantam/Midget 6:00 - 7:00 pm INSTRUCTOR: Brad Tiley Former NHL Defenceman; Strength & Conditioning Coach-OT Sports Conditioning Brad played for the Owen Sound Greys; won an OHL championship with the Sault St. Marie Greyhounds during a 3 year Major Junior career. Brad’s 18 yr. career in pro-hockey led him to stops in the NHL (Phoenix Coyotes & Philadelphia Flyers), AHL, IHL, Europe & Asia.

WHAT TO BRING: • CSA approved helmet • Full hockey/ringette equipment WHERE: J ulie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre, 700 10th St East

Space is limited — Register Early!!!

NEW: REGISTRATION FOR HOCKEY AND SOCCER CAMPS WHEN: Registration begins WHERE: C ity Hall Monday, April 28th, 8:30 am 808 2nd Ave East HOW: In Person or By Fax (519) 371-0511 Make sure all personal and credit card information is complete so we can register your child by fax

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at Owen Sound City Hall, 808 2 Avenue East, 519-376-1440 Completed Registration Forms can be faxed to 519-371-0511

2014 Hockey Camps Registration Form Parent/Guardian Name: Address:

City/Town: Home Tel #:

Postal Code:

Work Tel #:

Grey Highlands Other (please state): Area:  Owen Sound  Georgian Bluffs  Georgian

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Special Needs/Allergies/Medical Information: Non-Resident Card # (if applicable):

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Hockey Camp Dates & Fees CAMP

Powerskating Camp  Elite $280  PeeWee/Bantam $150  Bantam/Midget $150  Elite $280  PeeWee/Bantam $150  Bantam/Midget $150 Skills Development Camp  Atom $150  PeeWee $150  Bantam/Midget $150  Atom $150  PeeWee $150  Bantam/Midget $150

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Summer Programs

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• Skill fundamentals • Skating-forward, backwards, starts, stops, and turns • Stick handling • Passing - forehand, backhand, saucer • All shots - wrist, snap, backhand, and slap shot • Checking - body and stick checks • Team tactics • Breakout

• Attacking in odd man situations • Defending in odd man situations • Scoring and defending strategies • Positional responsibilities • Testing and analysis • Radar analysis

• 21 years hockey school experience • 6 years junior hockey coaching experience • NCCP Development 2 • NCCP Coach Certification Instructor • Hockey Skills Academy Instructor • High School Phys. Ed Teacher

• Fitness training • Speed, agility, plyometrics, footwork • Teamwork and team building • Tactics • Nutrition basics • Mental preparation • Strategies and tactics • Fun in the sun

July 14th-18th 2014

Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre For more information Call: ATP Hockey School (519) 372-0061 E-mail: rajmt@rogers.com

Registration form on our website: www.atpforhockey.com

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3 V 3 BACKYARD LACROSSE TOURNAMENT AT EVERY CAMP!

ALL CAMPS INCLUDE –RECREATION AND REP STREAMING

SECRETS OF SCORING-MAXIMIZING TIME AND SPACE POSITIONAL TACTICS-TRANSITIONAL PLAY INDIVIDUAL FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS STRATEGY TEAM TACTICS-ADVANCEMENT OF TEAM CONCEPTS FIELD AND BOX INSTRUCTION

SPACES ARE LIMITED

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No Goalies Modified nets Creative scoring Odd man situations Run and gun lax Controlled games No contact Tournament format

Individual and team prizes

EVOLVE HEAD INSTRUCTORS ALL PRO STAFF + Numerous current and former NLL pro players

CAMP DATES AND LOCATIONS-

ORANGEVILLE

OWEN SOUND

TONY ROSE MEMORIAL

JULIE McARTHUR REGIONAL RECREATION CENTRE

FIELD AND BOX LACROSSE

JULY 14-17

FIELD AND BOX LACROSSE

JULY 7-10

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3 ON 3 TOURNAMENT

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Recreational Skating

RECREATIONAL SKATING

www.owensound.ca/live/skating OWEN SOUND ARENAS

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For up-to-date recreational skating information, please call City Hall (519) 376-1440 or the respective facility.

The schedule may change due to program requirements or maintenance needs. All arenas are closed on Dec. 25, 26 & Jan. 1. Capacity restrictions apply to all skates.

PRO HOCKEY

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SKILLS SCHOOL

for Summer Camp!

5th Year in Owen Sound

Russian & European type skating & stickhandling school.

House League to AAA players Players aged 8 to 13 years (limited space in each age bracket)

Half Day Camps: 3 hours On Ice Instruction Full Day Camps: 3 hours On Ice Instruction; also includes floorball which the Swedes play.

That is why they have such great confidence with the puck!

REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

Register by May 15 and save - $35 on half day camp or $45 on full day camp

www.skillshockey.com

MIKE REJC

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Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre 1900 3rd Ave. East, Owen Sound, ON 519-376-3594 • NHL sized arena • State of the art Video Score Clock & sound system • Variety of rental opportunities for: hockey, shinney, ringette, figure skating, lacrosse, trade shows, special events Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre 700 10th St. East, Owen Sound, ON 519-376-3611 • 2 NHL sized ice pads • Heated viewing areas

• Mike Rejc played professionally in Europe • Assistant Coach in charge of rookie development.

• Spent many years studying/practising Russian training techniques, which enabled him to play professionally until age of 37.

• Was coached and tutored by Vladimir Kerikunov, a member of the Russian '76 Canada Cup Team and Head Coach of Moscow Dynamo for 7 years.

• Certified Canadian Powerskating Instructor who takes personal pride in helping each student develop to his/her maximum potential.

Contact: Mike Rejc (705) 250-1503 Email: rejc@rogers.com

WE DEVELOP SKILLS: Congratulations to two famous participants, Team Canada’s Natalie

Spooner #24 who attended my Summer, Christmas & March camps regularly from age 7 to 13; and Tara Watchhorn #27 who also attended many of my camps.

Recreational Skating

Spring/Summer Skating Schedule (May 1 - August 31, 2014)

Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Roller Skating* Adult Shinney Noon Skate (all ages) Adult Skate Excl. July 8, 15 & Aug 5 Excl. May 7, Aug 6 Excl. Aug 7 Excl. May 2, Aug 8 No membership available for Spring/Summer Skating; *No roller skate rentals available.

ADMISSION FEES Single Rate

Family Rate $6.00

$4.00 $37.00(20 skates)

n/a

Shinney (Hockey/Figure Skate)

$9.00

n/a

Fall Skating Membership (excl. Hockey/Figure Skate Shinney & Thursday Adult Skate

$27.00 (20 Skates)

$60.00 (20 skates)

Note: Schedules & rates subject to change; Memberships can be purchased at City Hall or Bayshore Community Centre.

Full Skating Schedule for Christmas, PD and March Break will be available by mid-September.

Fall/Winter Skating Schedule (Oct. 1, 2014 - March 31, 2015) MONDAY Pre-School (5 yrs & under)

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Hockey Shinney (adult)

11-11:50 am Bayshore 12-1:20 pm Bayshore

12-1:20 pm Bayshore 12-12:50pm Bayshore

Figure Skate Shinney Adult Skate Adult Noon Skate Free Public Skating (all ages)

SUNDAY

10-10:50 am Bayshore

Skate 8 (8 yrs & under) Noon Skate (all ages)

SATURDAY

7:30-8:50 am Bayshore 7:00-7:50 pm Bayshore 12-1:20 pm Rec Centre 1:30-2:50 pm Rec Centre

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Regular Skating/Roller Skating $3.00 Adult Skate

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YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce

s Where all kid! can belong

YMCA Summer Camps What can you expect at a YMCA camp?

Qualified, passionate staff Fun and engaging quality programming A safe, nurturing environment

YMCA Day Camps (4-12 yrs.)

Each day at camp includes group activities, crafts, games, sports and special events based on exciting weekly themes. Campers enjoy daily time outdoors or in the gym and an afternoon swim (swim included for ages 6 and older).

YMCA Specialty Camps (6-16 yrs.)

Your child will enjoy a whole week immersed in engaging activities specific to their interests!

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Mad Scientist MVP Sports Outdoor Explorers Teen Adventure Water Kids

OWEN SOUND CAMPUS

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Circus Circus Crazy Cooksters Creative Arts Fitness Fun Junior Leaders Fitness Fun

See the Camp Brochure for Specialty Camp dates.

Register for camp today!

YMCA Summer Swim Lessons Lessons will run once a week for 9 weeks on Mon., Wed. or Thurs. at the YMCA pools. Visit our website for schedule and registration information.

Visit ymcaowensound.on.ca for your YMCA Summer Camp Brochure

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At the YMCA we believe all children should have the opportunity to learn, grow and reach their full potential. Financial assistance is available for those in need.

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Partner Days Owen Sound - come out & enjoy a day at the YMCA!

2014 Dates

Sunday, May 25 Saturday, August 16 Sunday, November 23

Experience activities for all ages from Family Fun in the pool and gym, to working out in the Conditioning Centre or walking the track.

Visit www.owensound.ca or www.ymcaowensound.on.ca prior to each Partner Day for a full schedule of activities and times.

YMCA Health, Fitness & Aquatics Facility 700 10th Street East | Owen Sound 519-376-0484

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To recognize the generous financial support received from the City of Owen Sound in building the new YMCA Health, Fitness and Aquatics Facility at the Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre, the Family YMCA invites the residents of Owen Sound to enjoy FREE ACCESS days.

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Swimming Lessons

Swimming Lessons (Harrison Park Pools) Harrison Park Swimming Lesson Registration: Registration begins Monday April 28 at 7am at the Family Y. You do not need to be a Y member to partake in lessons. Registrations must be made in person. Full payment is due at time of registration. Proof of residency is required.

Non-Residents: Swimmers who have a 2014 Non-Resident Card for Minor Sports do not have to purchase another card. If you are not a resident of Owen Sound, the fee payable to the City for a Non-Resident Card is 40% of your Harrison Park swimming registration fee. You may purchase your Non-Resident Card at City Hall. Please present your card at time of program registration.

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• There is a Team Leader on duty during swimming lessons.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s lesson, please feel free to approach the Team Leader on the pool deck.

• Our Swimming Instructors are also certified lifeguards! They have gone through approximately 1000 hours of training to become certified with the National Lifeguard Service Award, and the YMCA and Lifesaving Society Swimming Instructor award.

• We have lesson guards on duty during all swimming lessons as an ‘extra set of eyes’.

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Is This Your Child’s First Time in Swimming Lessons? Please feel free to bring your child for a tour of the pools and change rooms to familiarize them with the facility.

Showers and Access to the Pool: All swimmers must shower with soap before entering the pool as per Ontario Health Regulations. Please note that footwear is not allowed on the pool deck. Entrance to the pool is through the change rooms past the shower area. If your child requires assistance after the lesson, please meet him/her at the entrance. Staff will not let the child leave the pool deck until the parent/guardian arrives.

First Day of Lessons: Please read the Swim Level Descriptions prior to registering to ensure your child is enrolled in the correct level. You may go to the change room 5 minutes before your child’s lesson is scheduled to begin. Swim classes meet on the pool deck at the start time of the lesson. Please make sure your child knows the swim level he/she is enrolled in. Parents may accompany children to the pool deck before the first lesson to meet the instructor.

Parent Participation Day: To find out how your child is progressing, parents are invited to participate in the pool with their child (1 adult per child please) for one lesson! Classes

will end 5-10 minutes early these days to give you a chance to speak to your child’s Instructor about their progress. If you do not wish to go in the pool, take the time after class to find out how your child is progressing. Please let our Team Leader know of any concerns you may have as they come up. Bare feet only on deck please! Dates for Parent Participation Day are as follows: Harrison Park: Session 1: July 11 Session 2: July 25

Again and Again….Each swimming level has a certain number of items that must be performed correctly a minimum of 3 times in order for that item to be complete (according to the standards set by YMCA Canada and the Lifesaving Society.) If a child is unable to complete all of the items during a session, we view this as an “incomplete”, not a failure. Swimming skills have still been learned but more practice is required. It is not unusual to repeat the same swim level several times before mastering the necessary skills and acquiring the endurance that is necessary.

Rainy Days at Harrison Park: Lessons will NOT be cancelled.

If there is a thunder storm, children will be removed from the pool area and water safety will be reviewed inside.

Lost and Found: Please leave all valuables at home. You can store all of your belongings in the tote baskets available at the front entrance during lesson times. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Lost and found items will be kept for two weeks in the tote room and then donated to charity.

Refund Policy for all Swimming Lessons: Fees are refundable prior to start date of first class. Refunds will not be given on or after the start of the program except for medical reasons. Medical reasons require a doctor’s note.

A service charge of $10.00 is applicable to every refund.

Swimming Lessons

SWIMMING LESSONS: LEVEL DESCRIPTION PRESCHOOL (L’il Dippers) LEVELS (age 6 months to 3 years + Parent) SPLASHERS

* P arent must accompany their child in the water.

Water orientation for both parent and child, front & back tows, splashing, blowing bubbles, games

BUBBLERS

* Parent must accompany their child in the water.

Safety education for parents, entries & exits, kicking, floats, tows, using lifejackets, games PRESCHOOL (L’il Dippers) LEVELS (3-5 years) *UNPARENTED*

BOBBERS

Assisted entries & exits, blowing bubbles, bobs, kicking, front and back floats & glides

FLOATERS

Basic water safety, open eyes underwater, front & back floats & glides, using buoyant aids

GLIDERS

Introduction to deep water skills (floats, glides, surface support), 5 metre swim on front & back

DIVERS

Dives, breath control, rollover floats, front, back & side glides, 10 metre swim on front & back

SURFERS

Introduction to overarm swimming strokes, somersaults, reaching assists, 15 metre swim

DIPPERS

Dives, surface support, underwater swim, surface dives, sculling, 25 metre swim LEARN-TO-SWIM LEVELS (age 6+ years)

OTTER

Water orientation, submersion, front, back & side glides

SEAL

Deep water orientation, breath control, front, back & side glides with kick, introduction to back crawl

DOLPHIN

Introduction to front crawl, back crawl, vertical surface support, front, back & side glides with kick

SWIMMER

Front crawl, back crawl, sculling STAR LEVELS Front crawl, back crawl, introduction whip kick, sculling, vertical surface support

STAR 2

Introduction to breaststroke, front crawl, back crawl, eggbeater

STAR 3

Elementary backstroke, front crawl, back crawl, eggbeater, dolphin kick

STAR 4

Breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, eggbeater, dolphin kick, 150m swin, front/back/side floats STAR LEADERSHIP LEVELS

STAR 5

Butterfly, 500m endurance swim, Lifesaving Society Rookie and Ranger Patrol first aid, swimming & rescue components, and introduction to teaching swimming

STAR 6

600m endurance swim, Lifesaving Society Swim Patrol first aid, swimming & rescue components, how to teach swimming continued, advanced swimming stroke standards

STAR 7

Prepares swimmers for entrance in Bronze Star or Medallion program, includes lifesaving and fitness, first aid, how to teach swimming continued. Includes a volunteer component (minimum 4 hours required by end of session).

PRIVATE LESSIONS (age 6 years +)

Work one-on-one with an Instructor towards completion of swimming levels. All ages are welcome. Bring your most recent swimming progress report with you for your lesson. Please specify swimming or ability level at time of registration.

Making the Move from Preschool Lessons to Learn to Swim Lessons Children who have started but not completed the Preschool program can continue in the Learn-to-Swim program once they are 6 years old. (Refer to chart at the side along with your child’s report card to determine which level your child should be registered in.) Preschool levels contain similar content to the Learn-to-Swim levels.

Content and teaching style are geared towards the age of the participants.

If you were in LEVEL… Bobbers Floaters Gliders Divers Surfers Dippers

If you were INCOMPLETE register in…

Otter Otter Otter Otter Seal Seal

If you were COMPLETE register in…

Otter Otter Otter Seal Seal Dolphin

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Swimming Lessons

Harrison Park Swimming Lesson Schedule LEVEL Splashers, Bubblers (6mos-3 yrs + parent) L’il Dippers (3-5 yrs) Bobbers, Floaters, Gliders, Divers, Surfers, Dippers Learn to Swim (6yrs +) Otter, Seal, Dolphin, Swimmer Star 1-Star 4 Star 5-Star 7 Private Lessons

SESSION 1 July 7-17 11:00-11:30am

SESSION 2 July 21-31

9:30-10:00am 11:30am-12:00pm 10:00-10:30am

9:30-10:00am

$64

10:00-10:30am 11:30am-12:00pm 10:40-11:25am 10:40-11:25am 11:30am-12:00pm

$67

10:40-11:25am

Fee $52

$75 $81 $90

10:30-11:00am 11:30-12:00pm Please Note: Lessons run Monday to Friday for the first week, and Monday to Thursday the second week.

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Swimmers must be 10 years old to swim by themselves.

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Swimmers who are 6-9 years old: Must pass the swim test to swim alone; ~OR~ can be accompanied in the water and directly supervised within arms’ reach by a parent or guardian who is 14 years of age or older with the following ratios of supervisors to swimmers: 1 supervisor to 4 swimmers not wearing lifejackets; 1 supervisor to 8 swimmers wearing lifejackets.

To Swim in the Deep Pool: Regardless of age, swimmers must pass the swim test to swim in the deep pool. Lifeguards have the right to restrict pool use according to swimming ability. Use of lifejackets or other floatation devices in the deep end is not permitted. Swimmers who pass the swim test will receive a wrist band allowing access to the deep pool.

POOL ADMISSION FEES Open Swims All Ages $4.50 Family Pass $12.00 Harrison Park Pool Season’s Pass Individual $70.00 $120.00 (max 5-immediate Family family only)

Swimmers who are 0-5 years old: Must be accompanied in the water and directly supervised within arms’ reach at all times by a parent or guardian 14 years of age or older regardless of their swimming ability (1 supervisor to 2 swimmers).

Swim Test – must be able to swim 2 widths of the shallow pool using proper front crawl or breaststroke without stopping in order to swim unaccompanied in both pools or to swim in the Deep Pool.

The requirements are in accordance with Ontario Health Regulations for Public Pools and are supported by The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

PRIVATE POOL RENTALS Great for family reunions, birthday parties & company picnics!

Call the Y at 519-376-0484 ext. 217 to book your rental.

Dates: Times Fees: (+ hst)

June 7-August 24 Saturday or Sunday – 4 – 5pm $70.00 (up to 25 swimmers) $90.00 (26-50 swimmers) $110.00 (51-100 swimmers)

Swimming

UPDATED SWIM SCHEDULE

HARRISON PARK POOLS Summer Public Swim Schedule Dates June 7 - 29 June 30 – August 24

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Tues

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Thurs

Fri

PD Day-June 27 1-4pm

Sat Sun 1-4pm 1-4pm 11am-12pm 11am-12pm

Tim Hortons Free Tim Hortons Free Summer Swims Summer Swims

1-4pm 6-7:30 pm (excl. Aug 4 & Sept 1)

1-4pm 6–7:30 pm (excl. Jul 1)

1-4pm 6-7:30 pm

Free Sponsored Swims

1-4pm 6-7:30pm

1-4pm 6-7:30 pm

Tim Hortons Free (excl. June 27) Summer Swims

1-4pm 6-7:30 pm

1-4pm

11am-12pm 11am-12pm

Tim Hortons Free Tim Hortons Free Summer Swims Summer Swims

1-4pm

1-4pm

1-4pm 6-7:30 pm

Free Sponsored Swims

1-4pm 6-7:30pm

1-4pm

1-4pm

1-4pm

Tim Hortons Free Summer Swims

Saturday August 30 – 1 to 4pm – End of Summer Swimmer Appreciation!

Games, prizes and fun for all! Regular admission fees apply.

Free Family Swimming Through the support and generosity of local organizations and businesses, the City is once again able to offer the following free swim opportunities at Harrison Park Pools.

TIM HORTONS FREE SUMMER SWIMS July 3 to Aug 31 30 Thursday evenings 6:00 – 7:30 pm Sundaymornings mornings 11:00 am – 12 noon NEW Saturday Thank you to the generosity of Tim Hortons for their sponsorship over the last 7 years

FREE SWIM – WEDNESDAY NIGHTS NEW TIME July 2 to Aug 27 – 6:00 - 7:30 PM July 2 92.3 The Dock Owen Sound Scenic City Lions Clubs July 9 Owen Sound RBW Scenic City Lions Club Transcontinental Graphics July 16 Owen Sound Scenic City Lions Club July 23 Elstons, Barristers & Solicitors July 30 Allen-Hastings Limited Aug. 6 Owen Sound Surgical Centre Inc. Aug. 13 The Alliance of Kirby Robinson Treslan and Brian Barrie Aug. 20 Hobart Canada Aug. 27 Hobart Canada Thank you to these community-minded businesses who sponsored our Free Family Swim nights.

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Seniors Activities & Services Owen Sound’s vision is to be a community of choice for all, distinguishable by its authenticity, natural amenities, diversity and community spirit. This spirit is exemplified by the many seniors who volunteer throughout the year for various local organizations. Helping serve breakfast to young school children, raising funds for needed medical equipment or repairing displays for the Festival of Northern Lights, seniors are one of our most valuable resources.

UPCOMING EVENTS: SPRINGFEST GAMES Variety of activities for ages 55+ throughout May See page 56 for details

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GEORGIAN BAY GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE Friday, May 9, Noon to 3 pm Harrison Park Community Centre Display of colourful perennial plants for sale Contact 519-416-4564 for information

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CONCERT IN THE PARK presented by the Owen Sound City Band Monday Evenings 7:30 pm Queen's Park June 9, 16 23 Harrison Park July 7, 14, 21, 28 August Concerts - 7:15 pm Harrison Park Aug. 11, 18, 25 Music of many vintages and styles.

Everyone Welcome!

DOORS OPEN May 31 & June 1 Celebrate 170 years of history A self-guided tour of historic and interesting sites not usually open to the public.

Maps available the week prior to event at Owen Sound Visitor’s Centre or City Hall.

For information, call 376-4440 Ext. 1275 Volunteers to greet visitors are always needed!

SENIORS’ FAIR Wednesday, June 11 – 10 am to 3 pm Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre 70+ Exhibitors, special displays, free seminars, entertainment, demonstrations and more For more information, contact the United Way 519-376-1560 OWEN SOUND 162nd FALL FAIR September 4-6, Victoria Park Visit www.owensoundfallfair.com or Call 519-371-1720 for information

Fiddlefern Country Dancers present SPRING FLING 2014 ...a weekend of dance, music and gourmet food May 2 and 3, 2014 Music by The Free Raisins and Scatter The Cats Calling by John Krumm & local area callers St. George's Church Hall, 1049 4th Ave East To register or for more information go to www.fiddlefern.net More questions? Call 519-372-9151 or email sallydobson2@gmail.com

SALVATION ARMY BAND presents Concert in the Park July 6 - August 24 Sunday evenings at 5:00 pm Harrison Park Bandshell

Owen Sound... where you want to live!

Seniors Activities & Information GREY GRANITE CLUB 727 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound; Website: www.greygranite.com Club Manager, Nanci Caldwell 519-371-6351 Paul Smith 519-534-0316 Morning Curling Weekly: 9:30 a.m. - Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays.

9:00 a.m. - Thursdays Daily Fee: $10 (must be full time or pay as you play member) League opportunities to suit everyone.

WHO MAY ATTEND? Any adult who is a member and has an interest in continuing their education may register for the courses.

There will be no exams or term papers to write!

HARRISON PARK SENIORS’ DROP-IN CENTRE Harrison Park, 75 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound; 519-371-0024 (wheelchair accessible) The Seniors’ Centre is operated and staffed by volunteers.

Donations to assist with operating costs are most welcome.

Hours of Operation: •A ctivities - Mondays to Thursdays 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• S ecretarial Services - Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays - 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon Services provided include: • b asic income tax returns for low income seniors (book appointment) • help with other forms • s ecretarial services (free); photocopying (small fee) •M eeting room available to seniors 50 years plus (max. 25 people; minimum rental rate)

LECTURE COURSES: We offer fall, winter and spring courses each year, mostly six weeks in length taught by professionals in their field. Fees are kept low, making the courses accessible to everyone. The courses are held at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre. Please check our website for confirmation of dates, times and location. In order to register and attend any course you must: • be an adult • a paid in full member for current year, • pay full amount of the course value.

DERBY PIONEER CLUB Contact Mike Fortney 519-371-8060 for information.

Meets at 12 noon., the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month, at Kilsyth Community Centre. Pepper starts at 1:30pm every Monday.

HARRISON PARK SENIOR’S DROP-IN-CENTRE WEEKLY ACTIVITIES MONDAYS 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

1:15 - 2:30 p.m TUESDAYS 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

THURSDAYS 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Games Day Tai Chi Crokinole (2nd & 4th Tues.)

Pepper Wizard

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BLUEWATER ASSOCIATION FOR LIFELONG LEARNING (BALL) P.O. 1062, Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 6K6; Website: www.bluewaterlearns.com Lynne Celhoffer, 519-794-2860 Annual membership fee $10 A group of enthusiastic adult individuals, who maintain an interest in lifelong learning. Membership fee entitles you to mailings, newsletters, advance notices of upcoming courses and events, and to attend BALL’s Annual General Meeting.

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Seniors Activities & Information OWEN SOUND AND AREA SENIORS’ CENTRE 1852 3rd Avenue East, Owen Sound ON N4K 2M5 (McQuay Tannery Building) email: thetannery@rogers.com website: www.seniorscentreowensoundandarea.com contact: Jerrie Traynor, Executive Director, 519-376-8304 Whether you are a regular participant, a visitor, a volunteer or someone who signs up for a specific program, we offer you a warm welcome to our Seniors’ Centre

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Our Mission Owen Sound and Area Seniors’ Centre is a not for profit incorporated organization that provides leadership, socialization, programs and activities that encourage healthy lifestyles and independence of 55 plus adults.

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Our Vision To provide accessible and affordable programs and activities that encourage healthy lifestyles through community collaboration and a spirit of cooperation.

Our Values To be a seniors’ centre of excellence with a solid funding base that delivers diverse programs and activities by engaging volunteers and community partners to meet the needs of the 55 plus population.

Our Centre is growing to meet the needs of our community.

• Take advantage of the activities, programs and services we offer.

• We are a resource centre that provides information about services, activities and special events located in our community.

• If you have an activity planned for the 55+ age group, call us and we will be happy to help you promote your event through our website and poster board.

• Check out our website for updated calendar of activities, special events and volunteer opportunities.

• Ideas for new activities are welcomed and encouraged.

Our Centre is a volunteer based organization. Volunteers are essential to the success of everything we do. Training is provided, see our website for more details.

Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions, including: • Office work • Activity leaders and assistants • Board of Directors • Committee Work, Promotion, Fund Development For further information please contact the Owen Sound and Area Seniors’ Centre at 519-376-8304.

50+ BOWLING LEAGUE (5 PIN) 902 10th Street West, Owen Sound Bowling held at Westside Bowl, Facebook: www.facebook.com/westsidebowl Email: info@westsidebowl.com Contact 519-376-6020 for information.

Small membership fee Annual Registration held in September; lots of social activities throughout the year including annual banquet.

Enjoy this fun, low-key, non-competitive recreational activity and refreshments.

50+ Bowling WEEKLY activities Tuesday & 1:00 pm 5 Pin Bowling - 50+ Wednesday September to May ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH #6 1450 2nd Avenue West, Owen Sound 519-376-7784 Email: branch6owensound@gmail.com Website: www.owensoundlegion.com The Royal Canadian Legion provides a variety of activities for seniors. No membership required for seniors programs.

Check the Legion’s calendar for monthly events or their monthly newsletter.

SILVER C’S Contact Paul Thompson 519-376-0471 Meet every Tuesday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #6. Weekly guest speakers and refreshments provided. The Silver C’s offer volunteer services to the community. Annual membership $50.

BAYSHORE WALKING GROUP The Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre upper concourse features rubberized flooring perfect for indoor walking. The Bayshore walking path is open most days

Seniors Activities & Information except during public events (Attack Hockey games, Home Expo, etc) for your walking pleasure. An elevator takes you to the upper level where you can join others in getting some exercise and fellowship in a safe environment. 4 laps of the Upper Concourse = 1km.

THE SALVATION ARMY GOLDEN AGERS SENIOR’S PROGRAM 365 14th Street West, Owen Sound; website: www.salvationarmyowensound.com 519-376-5699 Ext. 105 No need for anyone to be alone. Come for food, fun and fellowship!

HOME AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES OF GREY BRUCE - OWEN SOUND AND AREA Main Office: St Francis Place 340 10th St E, Ste 104, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6P7 519-372-2091 or 1-800-267-3798 Community services delivered from: Heritage Mall 1350 16th St E Owen Sound, ON N4K 6N7 Website: www.hcss-gb.ca Hours: 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri (Administration) 9:30-3:30 Tue-Fri (Day Away Program) Service Description: Provides community based services that support independence and enhance the quality of daily life for seniors, adults and their families. Self-referral for most services; set fee for some programs.

Adult Day Away Program - for adults who require assistance due to chronic illness, disability, memory loss and related conditions *provides social, recreational and therapeutic activities in a supportive group setting *services include meal, transportation, blood pressure check, weight monitoring * Set fee Friendly Visiting/Telephone Reassurance - volunteers make regular visits and phone calls to isolated clients and

SERVICEONTARIO OFFICE - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING 1400 1st Avenue West, Owen Sound, ON General Enquiries: 519-371-6226, 1-800-276-8097 Senior Driver License Renewal: Effective April 21, 2014, drivers aged 80 and over will no longer have to complete a written knowledge test to renew their driver license.

Instead, they must complete a shorter, simpler renewal program that includes: • Vision Test • Driver Record Review • Improved, in-class group education session • Two short, in-class screening exercises • If necessary, take a road test For more information, please visit: ontario.ca/seniordriver or call 1-800-396-4233 Accessible Parking Permit Program - This permit, issued to an individual, entitles the vehicle in which it is displayed to be parked in a designated accessible parking space * permit must be displayed on the dashboard or sun visor and can be moved from vehicle to vehicle. There is no fee for the permit.

The individual must be medically certified by an Accessible Parking Permit program approved health practitioner.

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Our program provides a hot nutritious meal that includes a main course of meat & vegetables, soup or salad, dinner roll, juice and dessert as well as coffee and tea. Price is $7.50/person. Meals are served at 12 Noon on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

There is something for everyone: Activities include: Line dancing, carpet bowling, shuffleboard, bus trips, sightseeing tours, ladies/men’s bible studies, seniors choir, hand bells, shopping and much much more!

Transportation is available upon request.

provide a friendly face/voice *no cost Housekeeping - helps with laundry, pet care, errands, shopping, routine cleaning, preparing meals, etc.* Based on individual assessment *set fee Meals on Wheels - delivers nutritious frozen meals * hot meal delivery in Owen Sound * set fee MOVING ‘GB Medical Transportation 519-370-0558 or 1-888-660-6048 - non-emergency transportation to medical appointments Monday to Friday * rides available on Saturday for dialysis patients *set fee Volunteer Transportation - volunteer drivers use personal vehicles to transport low-risk clients to social and medical appointments, shopping, banking and other personal errands * vehicles are not wheelchair accessible * set fee Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Individuals must be seniors or adults with disabilities * an assessment will be completed for all services except transportation and telephone assurance Day Away: frail elderly, individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementia and adults with physical disabilities Medical Transportation - transportation to medical appointments only, Grey or Bruce County resident, 18 years or older

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Seniors Activities & Information SPRINGFEST 55+ GAMES April - May, 2014

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The annual Owen Sound Springfest 55+ Games are a fun and easy way to keep your mind and body healthy!

Being physically active is important at every age. Challenge yourself as well as your opponent by taking part in the annual games held in April/May at various locales throughout Owen Sound.

The City of Owen Sound thanks the following Event Sponsors for this year’s games:

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SPONSOR Sponsorship available Sponsorship available Owen Sound Attac­­k The Sun Times Brian E. Wood Funeral Home Georgian Bay Hearing Aids Fettes Travel Plus Harrison Park Seniors Centre Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Aux. Br.6 Revera - Summit Place Fettes Travel Plus Debbie Aiken Financial Advisor/Owner The Co-Operators Sponsorship available

EVENT Shuffleboard Ladder golf Contract Bridge Bean Bag Toss Lawnbowling Euchre Walking/Walking Relay Mini Golf Darts Cribbage Crokinole Pepper Scrabble

DATE Monday May 12 Tuesday, May 27 Tuesday, May 6 Wednesday, May 21 Thursday, May 29 Wednesday, May 7 Friday, May 2 Tuesday, May 20 Thursday, May 1 Monday, May 26 Friday, May 9 Tuesday, May 13 Wednesday, May 14

REGISTRATION ­­Owen Sound City Hall Service Counter, Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm AWARDS BANQUET Thank you to our 2014 MAJOR SPONSORS Presented by Royal Canadian Legion Auxillary, Br. 6 TIM HORTONS OWEN SOUND FOODLAND Tuesday June 3rd – Social 5:30 pm; Banquet 6:00 pm,

with entertainment to follow Royal Canadian Legion, 1450 2nd Ave W., Owen Sound

For further information, contact Brenda Dailey, 519-376-4440 Ext. 1254

Need Help or Information?

Dial 211 or 1-866-743-7818 www.211greycounty.ca www.211Ontario.ca Confidential information about: • Financial Assistance Programs • Community Groups • Social & Healthy Services • Counselling Services • Seniors Programs • Food & Housing • Support • Legal Assistance

Visit: www.seniorsinfo.ca/welcome or Ontario Seniors Secretariat at: www.seniors.gov.on.ca/ Community Care Access Centre: www.ccac-ont.ca Veterans Affairs: www.veterans.gc.ca Public Health Agency: www.publichealth.gc.ca/seniors

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Faith Groups The Alliance Church, Kendall Schmitke www.alliancechurch.net 440 7th Ave East, N4K 2X3 ......................................... 376-2026

First United Church Rev. Kristal McGee www.firstunited-os.com 435 21st St West, N4K 4E5.......................................... 376-1736

Baha’i Faith bahaiowensound@bmts.com................................... 371-4608

Georgian Shores United Church www.georgianshoresuc.org 997 4th Ave East, N4K 5W9........................................ 376-3890

Beth Ezekiel Synagogue www.bethezekiel.org 313 11th St East, N4K 1V1........................................... 371-1800 British Methodist Episcopal Church Rev. Oriel Licorish 245 11th St West, N4K 3S9 376-9175 Calvary Evangelical Missionary Church www.calvaryemc.com Rev. Mary Turner, 655 10th St West, N4K 3R8........ 376-4179

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Central Westside United Church Rev. David Shearman www.centralwestside.ca 310 10th St West, N4K 3R5......................................... 376-8319 Church of Christ Brian Thompson www.owensoundcofc.com 835 10th Ave East, N4K 3H8....................................... 376-6702 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 490 2nd Ave South East, N4K 5T1............................. 376-2482 Church of the Nazarene 386 10th St East, N4K 1S6........................................... 376-0688 Community of Christ www.communityofchrist.ca 2555 8th Ave. W. N4K 5M9......................................... 371-2110 Crossroads Victory Church Pastors Tina and Brian Drysdale www.crossroadsvictorychurch.org 885 19th St West, N4K 6V5......................................... 371-2389 Cornerstone Youth Centre www.rayministries.ca 824 3rd Ave East, Unit 102, N4K........................ 2K5 372-1077 Evangelical Baptist Church Rev. David Robins 895 7th St East, N4K 1K2............................................. 376-1221 First Baptist Church 990 4th Ave East, N4K 2P1.......................................... 376-2692

First Christian Reformed Church www.owensoundcrc.com 58 201 4th Ave West, N4K 4V1........................................ 376-2787

Gospel Hall Don Curry 912 9th Ave East, N4K 3E............................................ 371-9564 Grey Bruce Health Services Pastoral Care/Chaplains 1400 8th St East, N4K 5N8....................... 376-2121, Ext. 2889 Grey Presbytery Resource Centre 310 10th St West, N4K 3R5......................................... 371-3672 Kemble United Church Rev. Joanne Hedge www.kembleunitedchurches.ca General Delivery, R R 2 N0H 1S0............................... 371-9159 Kilsyth United Church RR 3, Box 16, N4K 5N5................................................. 371-2476 Lutheran Church of Our Saviour www.lcosos.ca, Rev Christie Morrow-Wolfe 1049 4th Ave West, N4K 4W1..................................... 376-9710 New Apostolic Church 1620 9th Ave East, N4K 6S2 ....................................... 372-2612 Owen Sound Canadian Reformed Church www.oschurch.ca Rev. Moesker, RR 3 #177551 Conc 5, N4K 5N5 ...... 371-7341 Ray Ministries www.rayministries.ca ................................................. 372-1077 Rockcliffe Gospel Temple & Happy Hearts Daycare www.rockcliffe.org 10 4th Ave West, N4K 5W9 ........................................ 376-1284 St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Rev. Dana Benson www.standrewsowensound.org 864 1st Ave West, N4K 4M6 ....................................... 376-7886 St. George’s Anglican Church www.stgeorgesos.com PO Box 452, 1049 4th Ave East, N4K 5P7 ............... 376-3287 St. Mary & the Missions Rev. David Reilander www.stmarysandthemissions.ca 554 15th St East, N4K 1X3 .......................................... 376-0778 St. Thomas Anglican Church 1331 4th Ave West, N4K 4W9 .................................... 376-4986

Faith Groups Salvation Army Citadel 365 14th St West, N4K 5P7 ........................................ 376-5699 Sarawak United Church www.kembleunitedchurches.ca RR 2, N0H 1S0 ............................................................... 371-9159 Seventh-Day Adventist Church 122442 Grey Rd 5, Waverly Heights, N4K 5P1 ...... 371-1722

South End Fellowship Baptist Church Pastor Mark Lowrie www.southendchurch.com 400 2nd Ave South East, N4K 5P3 ............................ 376-1550 Trinity Christian Church Mr. David Campbell www.trinitychristianowensound.com 1735 4th Ave West, N4K 1G7 ..................................... 371-3647 Trinity United Church 303234 Sideroad 33, Annan N0H 1B0 .................... 376-5460

ST. ANDREW’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

CENTRAL WESTSIDE UNITED 310 10th Street West Owen Sound - 519-376-8319 www.centralwestside.ca

(by the Library) 864 1st Ave. West, Owen Sound Phone: 519-376-7886 www.standrewsowensound.org

10:30 a.m. Worship Sunday School ages 3+ Sept. – June Free Bus Service call First Student 519-376-5712 ‘Faith Books+’ – Resource Centre Open Tues 2-6 p.m.; Thurs 12-4 p.m.

Sept. to June 519-376-8319 x24 Welcome!

9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Worship Nursery care and Sunday School to Grade 8

EVERYONE WELCOME

997 4th Ave. East, Box 774, Owen Sound N4K 5W9 519-376-3890

www.georgianshoresuc.org Join us for worship

Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Worship and Nursery are available EVERYONE WELCOME!

Joint Summer Worship 2014 July 6 at 10:30am at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour July 13 at 10:30am at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour July 20 at 10:30am at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour July 27 at 10:30am at St. Thomas’ Anglican’ August 3 at 10:30am at St. Thomas’ Anglican’ August 10 at 10:03am at St. Thomas’ Anglican’ August 17 at 10:30am at St. George’s Anglican August 24, 2014 at 10:30am at St. George’s Anglican August 31 at 10:30am at St. George’s Anglican St George’s will continue their 8am Sunday Service each week.

All are welcome! Come as you are!

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St. George’s Anglican Church 1049-4th Ave. East

519-376-3287 All Welcome

10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Joint Services: July 6, 13 & 20 – Our Saviour Lutheran, 4th Ave West July 27, August 3 & 10 – St. Thomas Anglican, 4th Ave West August 17, 24 & 31 – St. George’s Refreshments

sgac@bmts.com www.stgeorgesos.com Lutheran Church of Our Saviour 1049 4th Ave. W OWEN SOUND, ON N4K 4Wl 519-376-9710 Fax: 519-376-9710 Office Admin lcos1049@gmail.com www.lcosos.ca The Rev. Christie Morrow christiemorrow76@yahoo.ca Find us on Facebook!

St. Thomas’ Anglican Church 1331 4th Ave. W OWEN SOUND, ON N4K 4W9 519-376-4986 Fax 519-376-4971 The Rev. Claire Miller clamill@bmts.com thomasoffice@bmts.com Find us on Facebook!

St. George’s Anglican Church 1049 4th Ave. E OWEN SOUND, ON N4K 2P3 519-376-3287 Fax: 519-376-3288 www.bmts.com/~sgac/ www.stgeorgesos.com The Rev. Graham Bland grahambland@bmts.com Find us on Facebook

FIRST UNITED CHURCH

435 – 21st St. West 519-376-1736 www.firstunited-os.com Minister: Rev. Kristal McGee Designated Lay Minister: Joy Wagler Music Director: Jane Dobinson ****************************************** Sundays 10:30am – Morning Worship & Children’s Program Thursdays 7:00pm in July and August: “Come and Find the Quiet Centre” . . .

Please join us for a quiet summer evening 45min. vesper service.

Parking available, wheelchair accessible YOU ARE WELCOME

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Clubs & Organizations AGRICULTURE Owen Sound Farmers’ Market................ www.owensoundfarmersmarket.ca.....371-3433 Owen Sound Agricultural Society ......... www.owensoundfallfair.com...............371-1720 Sydenham Agriculture Society.............. Fred Manning.......................................371-6828 AUTOMOTIVE Antique & Classic Car Club of Canada - Bluewater Region - Wayne Hynd............376-6787 AVIATION Owen Sound Billy Bishop Regional Airport ....................................................................... ............................................................. www.flyowensound.com.....................371-6936 Wiarton Airport..................................... www.flywiarton.com...........................534-9433 Owen Sound Barnstormers ................... Ken Robinson ......................................371-3457 (Radio-Controlled Model Airplane Club)

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CONSERVATIONISTS/NATURALISTS. Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation... www.greysauble.on.ca........................376-3076 Owen Sound Field Naturalists Club........ www.osfn.ca........................................376-2775 Owen Sound Young Naturalists’ Club..... www.greysauble.on.ca........... 376-3076 Ext 224 Salmon Spectacular.............................. www.sydenhamsportsmen.com..........376-2369 Sydenham Bruce Trail Club.................... www.sydenhambrucetrail.ca...............371-1255 Sydenham Sportsmen’s Association...... www.sydenhamsportsmen.com Mike Prebost.................................................................376-7368 or clubhouse 376-7177 Tom Thomson Trail Group www.tomthomsontrail.com / info@tomthomsontrail.com

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CRAFTS Bluewater Quilter’s Guild....................... www.bluewaterquiltersguild.ca ..........372-0823 Georgian Bay Origami Club................... Mike Tettenborn...................................371-9820 Owen Sound Artists Co-op.................... www.osartistsco-op.com.....................371-0479 Pottawatomi Spinners’ & Weavers’ Guild ............................................................. www.OHS.on.ca...................................371-5017 DANCE Canadian Step Dance............................. Kelly Maw............................................371-6953 Fiddlefern Country Dancers................... www.fiddlefern.net.............................372-9151 Line Dancing......................................... moovers.shakers@rogers.com..............371-9766 Mijka Hooper Dancemakers.................. www.dancemakers.ca..........................371-7962 Owen Sound Academy of Performing Arts ............................................................. www.osaperformingarts.com..............371-0341 Sound Steppers .................................... www.swosda.ca.................................. 372-2518 FITNESS FACILITIES Days Inn Owen Sound........................... gmdaysinn@bmts.com........................376-1551 OT Sports Conditioning ......................... www.otconditioning.com ..................270-4956 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce ........ www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 Sportmakers Fitness & Training............. www.sportmakers.ca...........................376-4991 Stonetree Golf & Fitness Club................ www.stonetree.on.ca..........................376-7899 GARDEN CLUBS Georgian Bay Garden Club www.georgianbaygardenclubowensound.com......................................... 519-416-4564 Grey County Gardeners.......................... Sue Carleton.........................................371-9327 Grey County Master Gardeners.............. www.mgoi.ca......................................372-0350 Rural Gardens of Grey Bruce.................. www.ruralgardens.ca..........................369-1659

HERITAGE Billy Bishop Home & Museum............... www.billybishop.org...........................371-0031 Grey County Historical Society............... Janet Iles..............................................376-2105 Grey Roots Museum & Archives............. www.greyroots.com............................376-3690 ...........................................................................................................or 1-877-473-9766 Municipal Heritage................................ www.owensound.ca............. 376-4440 Ext 1275 Ontario Genealogical Society - Bruce & Grey Branch................www.brucegrey.ogs.on.ca Owen Sound Marine & Rail Museum..... www.marinerail.com...........................371-3333 HOBBIES & GAMES Baker St. Women’s Club-Bridge............. Pat Barker.............................................372-1922 Bruce County Astronomical Society....... www.bcastronomy.com.......................371-9911 Georgian Bay Amateur Radio Club........ www.gbarc.ca.....................................................

Georgian Bay Lacemakers Group........... Jane Dobinson......................................376-7309 Grey Bruce Chess Club........................................................................................372-0265 Owen Sound Duplicate Bridge Club....... www.bmts.com/~littlebear/...............376-6852 (Mon/Wed) Owen Sound Stamp Club....................... www.rpsc.org......................... visserps@bell.net Roundhouse Model Railroad Club......... Ron Prout.............................................376-5012 The Grey-Bruce Writers.......................... Paula Niall............................................372-0225 Thursday Night Bridge Club................... Ken Skinner..........................................422-2206 MUSIC Georgian Bay Folk Society..................... www.summerfolk.org.........................371-2995 Grey County Kiwanis Festival of Music .. www.kiwanismusicfestival.net............378-8235 Georgian Bay Symphony....................... www.georgianbaysymphony.ca...........372-0212 Queen’s Bush Bluegrass Club................. www.queensbush.ca...........................534-5923 MUSIC - BAND Claverhouse Junior Pipe Band............... John Graham........................................371-3419 Georgian Bay Caledonia Pipe Band........ www.gbcpipeband.com ......................376-4166 Grey County Highlander Pipe Band....... Jack Sinclair ................................. 519-886-0104 Owen Sound & District Pipes & Drums.. Perry Prescott.......................................376-3136 Owen Sound City Band.......................... www.owensoundcityband.org.............371-3265 Salvation Army Band............................. www.salvationarmyowensound.com...376-5699 MUSIC-CHORAL Encore - “Barbershop Harmony” ........... Bill Strang............................................534-3705 Georgian Bay Children’s Choir................ www.gbcc.ca.......................................373-2732 Georgian Bay Concert Choir................... www.georgianbayconcertchoir.org......371-5890 Happy Songsters Choir.......................... Evelyn Robson......................................376-7551 Sweet Adelines, Bluewater Chorus........ www.bluewatersweetadelines.ca........371-3918 NATIVE CULTURE Great Lakes Métis Council...................... www.greatlakesmetis.com..................370-0435 M’Wikwedong Native Cultural .............. www.mwikwedong.com......................371-1147 Resource Centre Piyak Ootihi Drummers and Singers...... Susan Schank.......................................376-7630 Restoring the Circle............................... Rev. Claire Miller...................................376-4986 PROFESSIONAL Huron Grey Bruce Dental Hygenists....... Mary Dawson.......................................376-4244 Owen Sound & District Dental Nurses ... Becky Azzano.......................................371-5473 & Assistants Assoc.

Clubs & Organizations RECREATION FACILITIES City of Owen Sound-Recreation Services.......................................... www.owensound.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-1440 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce ......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 SELF HELP/ SUPPORT Alcoholics Anonymous & Al-Anon .....................................................................376-4193 Family Groups - Owen Sound Grey Bruce Breast Cancer Support Group............................................................376-9258 The Mood Disorder Information............ www.mhagb.ca...................................371-4551 & Support Group In the Beginning Lactation Services...... Patricia Roppel-Keeling........................377-9725 La Leche League Canada Owen Sound.. www.lllc.ca..........................................377-4931 Mother’s Against Drunk Driving ............ www.madd.ca/greynorthbruce..Work 371-5567 (MADD) Grey North Bruce Multiple Sclerosis Ontario Division........ www.mssociety.ca/ontario.......1-800-268-7582 Ontario Early Years................................ www.ontarioearlyyears.ca...................376-8808 ............................................................................................or Bayview School 371-7034 Ontario Lupus Association..................... www.lupusontario.org..............1-877-240-1099 Second Chance Kids............................... Joanne Chapman.................................371-9650 TOPS Club Inc........................................ www.tops.org......................................364-2810 Weight Watchers................................... www.888-3-florine.com...........1-800-461-2246

SERVICE & SOCIAL CLUBS-WOMEN’S INSTITUTES Kemble Women’s Institute.................... Freda Henry..........................................371-1638 Keward Women’s Institute..................... Lois Johnson.........................................794-2514 Kilsyth North Derby Women’s Institute.. Marie Mundle.......................................371-9153 Massie Women’s Institute...................... Marilyn Bergman.................................794-4109 North Grey Women’s Institute............... Marion Koepke.....................................376-9849 St. Vincent Institute............................... Shirley Moore.......................................538-1851 SPORTS GROUPS Owen Sound Sports Hall of Fame.......... Ted Kean...............................................371-1808 Owen Sound Badminton Club............... Bill Van Trigt.........................................376-6084 BALL Grey Bruce Ladies Fastball..................... Kate McCulloch.....................................934-3489 Ladies Recreational Fastball League...... Shawna Barber.....................................372-2547 Ladies Slo Pitch..................................... Robin Milroy.........................................794-4417 Owen Sound Men’s Slo Pitch League..... www.owensoundslopitch.com............371-5436 Owen Sound Minor Baseball (hardball)..............................................................371-9206 Owen Sound Recreation Minor Softball/Fastball..............................................Tom Waller ..........................................................................................................................371-0734 Owen Sound Men’s Fastball Association.Paul White............................................376-7831 BASKETBALL Owen Sound Minor Basketball.............. Janet Gamble.......................................376-1984 BOATING Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary............ www.ccga-ca.com....................1-866-429-7283 -Transport Canada Boating Safety Georgian Yacht Club.............................. www.georgianyachtclub.on.ca............371-0399 International Shipmaster’s Association. Seann O’Donoughue............................371-2723 Georgian Bay Huronia Lodge 15 Learn to Sail, Kayak............................... www.jancaldwellaquatics.ca...............376-0746 Owen Sound Power & Sail Squadron..... www.cps-ecp.ca/owensound...............794-2886 Owen Sound Rowing Club..................... www.osrowingclub.com...osrowing@gmail.com BOWLING Westside Bowling Leagues ................... www.westsidebowl.com.....................376-6020 BROOMBALL Grey Bruce Ladies Broomball................. www.gblbl.weebly.com.......................375-5001 CURLING Blue Water Curling Club......................... www.bluewatercurlingclub.com..........371-4778 ......................................................................................................................or 376-9564 Blue Water Curling Club ........................ John Bittorf..........................................371-1109 - Junior Program ages 7-18 Grey Granite Curling Club...................... www.greygranite.com.........................377-6351 Grey Granite Seniors Morning Curling... Paul Smith............................................534-0316

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SERVICE & SOCIAL CLUBS Beta Sigma Phi...................................... Ruth Ann Saigle..................................372-2353 Bluewater Toastmasters..................................... www.bluewater.toastmastersclubs.com ..........................................................................................................................379-8885 Bridge-Baker St. Women’s Club............. Pat Barker.............................................372-1922 Canadian Federation of University Women,............................www.cfuwowensound.com .......................................................................................534-4772 (Owen Sound & Area) Catholic Women’s League of St. Mary.... Vicki Lee ...................................... 226-668-1063 of the Assumption Kiwanis Club of Owen Sound................. www.kiwanisowensound.com.1-866-317-6204 Knights of Columbus-Council 2092....... Bob Griffith..........................................376-1356 Loyal Orange Association, ..................... Mrs. Alton Hart.....................................376-9964 Ladies’ Orange Benevolent Association O.S.C.V.I. Alumni Association................. Styn Furness.........................................376-9423 Optimist Club, Sydenham & District...... Wes McLean.........................................376-5929 Owen Sound Comm-R-ettes.................. Sheila Clark..........................................371-0562 Owen Sound Hebrew Community,........ www.bethezekiel.org...........................376-8774 Beth Ezekiel Synagogue Owen Sound Lions Club......................... Sue Noble.............................................371-3065 Owen Sound Scenic City Lions Club....... Evelyn Barnes.......................................371-5657 Quota International of Grey-Bruce (Silver Q)............................................www.quota.org ..........................................................................................................................376-6200 Quota International of Owen Sound...... www.quota.org...................................371-3921 Ramoca Shrine Club.............................. Ron Todd..............................................372-2229 Rotary Club of Owen Sound.................. www.owensoundrotary.ca...................375-7033 Royal Canadian Legion Branch #6......... www.rcl-brsix.com..............................376-7784 Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary.Mary Mahar.........................................372-9847 Scenic City Order of Good Cheer............ Bill Jackson...........................................371-8597 Silver Cs of Owen Sound........................ Paul Thompson.....................................376-0471 Welcome Wagon Representative........... www.welcomewagon.ca.....................794-3929 Zonta Club of Owen Sound & Area......... www.zontaowensound.ca...................371-1143

SERVICE & SOCIAL CLUBS-MEN’S CLUBS Crescent Athletic Club........................................................................................372-9000 North Star Masonic Lodge #322............ Larry Stuck...........................................376-1516 Owen Sound Masonic Lodge................. Michael Wood......................................372-2289 St. George’s Masonic Lodge-Bruce District...................................................Brad Crawford ..........................................................................................................................371-9309

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Clubs & Organizations CYCLING Owen Sound Cycling Club...................... www.owensoundcycling.ca.................379-6383

Celebrating 50 years of Service 1964 - 2014 Since being chartered in February 1964, the members of this service club have worked hard to contribute to the community in numerous ways. From supplying playground equipment, to helping provide family swimming and skating programs, summer camp experiences for children, buying much needed items for those in need through crisis programs and donations to the local hospital, Comm-r-ettes keep busy raising funds towards many goals.

A sense of fun is important in fundraising as is evidenced by the smiles on the faces of the club’s supporters who attend the yearly yard sale held in early June!

DARTS Georgian Triangle Pub Dart League....... Pat Osborne .........................................376-5116 EQUESTRIAN Georgian Bay Hunter/Jumper Circuit..... www.thja-gbz.com794-0880 Georgian Riding Association for Challenged Equestrians (GRACE)..................................... ............................................................. www.graceriding.ca.............................372-2721 Jack Pine Equestrian Centre ...............................................................................371-0717 Melody Acres Training Centre................ www.melodyacres.com.......................372-2527 FISHING Owen Sound Salmon Spectacular......... Fred Geberdt........................................376-2369 ............................................................. or Mike Prebost....................................376-7368 Sydenham Sportsmen’s ........................ www.sydenhamsportsmen.com..........376-7368 Association Inc......................................................................... or clubhouse 376-7177 GYMNASTICS Owen Sound Satellites Gymnastics Club ............................................................. www.satellitesgymnastics.com...........371-7233

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HIKING Sydenham Bruce Trail Club.................... www.sydenhambrucetrail.ca...............371-1255 HOCKEY Owen Sound Girl’s Hockey..................... www.owensoundgirlshockey.com.......372-5854 Owen Sound Attack Jr. ‘A’ Hockey .......... www.attackhockey.com.......................371-7452 Owen Sound Men’s Rec Hockey............. www.owensoundhockey.ca.................371-5436 Owen Sound Minor Hockey Group......... www.owensoundminorhockey.com.....371-2023 Puffer’s Hockey League.......................... Mel O’Neill...........................................379-0913

Current Club Executive: L to R: Mary Morris, Treasurer; Rena McKibbon, Secretary; Pam Furness, Vice-President; Sheila Clark, President; Wally Nelson, Past President

Club membership generally stands at about 20 members, all of whom show a great deal of diligence in their commitment to serve others.

The Club meets monthly except for July and August.

In September, plans are formulated for the upcoming fiscal year.

Proud of their length of service in Owen Sound and area, members continually strive to live up to their creed which states in part “service to humanity is the best work of life”.

For further information regarding Comm-r-ettes, 62 write to Box 224, Owen Sound, N4K 5P3

HUNTING Sydenham Sportsmen’s ........................ www.sydenhamsportsmen.com.........................

Association Inc................................................................................ Clubhouse 376-7177 KENNEL CLUBS Grey Bruce Kennel &.............................. www.greybrucekennelclub.com..........794-3303 Obedience Club LACROSSE Minor Lacrosse...................................... www.osml.ca ......................................477-9552 Owen Sound Jr. ‘B’ Lacrosse................... www.owensoundjrblacrosse.com........372-1681 LAWN BOWLING Roselawn Lawnbowling Club................ www.roselawnbowlingclub.com.........376-8597 MARTIAL ARTS Blue Crane Martial Arts......................... www.bluecranemartialarts.com..........371-0991 Grey-Bruce Ryusei Karate-D.................. www.greybrucekarate.ca................... 379-4733 ......................................................................................................................or 364-3500

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Clubs & Organizations PICKELBALL Owen Sound Pickleball.......................... //pickleball.org....................................371-9648 PIGEON RACING Owen Sound Racing Pigeon Club.......... www.crpu.ca........................................389-6552 REVOLVER Revolver Club........................................ www.osrevolverclub.com.....................986-2731 RINGETTE Owen Sound Ringette Association........ www.owensoundringette.com............371-6554 ROWING Owen Sound Rowing Club..................... www.osrowingclub.com...osrowing@gmail.com SKATING Owen Sound Figure Skating Club.......... www.owensoundskating.com.............376-5161 SKIING Owen SoundCross Country Ski Club....... www.owensound.org/ski.....................376-8046 Jack Rabbit Cross Country SkiProgram... Andrea Graham....................................376-5175

SOCCER Owen Sound Minor Soccer.................... www.owensoundminorsoccer.ca.........372-1036 & Indoor Owen Sound United Men’s Team........... Jim McManaman..................................376-3881 Adult Recreational Soccer...................... Jim McManaman..................................376-3881 (men & women teams) SWIMMING City of Owen Sound (summer lessons & pool rentals)........................................376-1440 Jan Caldwell Aquatics............................ www.jancaldwellaquatics.ca...............376-0746 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce ......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 Owen Sound Aquatic Club..................... www.bmts.com/~osac/.........371-SWIM (7946) VOLLEYBALL Hillcrest Co-ed Volleyball-Thursdays..... Sharon Henderson................................371-3874 Thursday Ladies Recreational OSCVI...... Lynn Vanwyck......................................371-0030 Womens Competitive Tuesday Volleyball....................................................Anita Horning OSCVI ................................................................................................................934-3047 Ladies Volleyball - Tuesdays WHSS........ Alissa Angel..........................................378-4755 Co-ed Volleyball - Mondays WHSS......... Marlene Bell.........................................376-5274 SMASH Volleyball – Boys Wed WHSS..... mandmwilliams@rogers.com.............................

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SPECIAL OLYMPICS Owen Sound & District Special Olympics............................................................378-4132 TAI CHI Taoist Tai Chi Society™ .......................... www.taoist.org/collingwood...............371-5763 TWIRLERS/MAJORETTES Grey Bruce Twirlers & Majorette Corp Group.....................................Cindy Stevenson-Fair ..........................................................................................................................371-5068 Owen Sound Lions Twirlettes.............................................................................371-3065 THEATRE Owen Sound Little Theatre..................................................371-2833 or 1-888-446-7699 Roxy Theatre......................................... www.roxytheatre.ca............................371-2833 ...........................................................................................................or 1-888-446-7699 Sheatre................................................. www.sheatre.com................................534-3039 YOGA Yoga Lessons......................................... Doris Fraser..........................................371-5834 Trillium Arts Healing Centre.................. www.trilliumhealingarts.ca.................372-9212 YMCA of OwenSound Grey Bruce........... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 YOUTH 167 RC Air Cadets Squadron.................. www.aircadetleague.on.ca..................538-1371 (Air Marshal Bishop, VC)................................................................................... Ext. 6942 42 Royal Canadian Army Cadet League .Capt. Jason Mervyn..............................538-1371 (Grey Simcoe Foresters)........................................ www.thegreyandsimcoeforesters.org Ext. 6945 Awana-Ultimate Adventure for Kids ..... Calvary Missionary Church...................376-4179 C.G.I.T. .................................................. www.standrewowensound.org............376-7886 Girl Guides of Canada ........................... Myrna Hewitson...................................376-3495 (Brownies, Sparks, Guides, PathFinders, Rangers)...........................................................

Scouts Canada, Owen Sound................. Len Cox.................................................371-9205 (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts) Youth Bowling Council.......................... Bryan MacMurray.................................376-6020 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce.......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 Health Fitness & Recreation - 700 10th St. E. ..................................................376-0484 Community & Employment Services, Housing - 648 2nd Ave East....................371-9230 Employment Resource Centre - 1450 1st Ave West...........................................371-9222 Presquile Rotary Youth Camp YMCA..................................................................376-0484

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SNOWMOBILE Eastside Snowmobile Club.................... www.owensoundsnowmobiling.com..371-2281 Grey Bruce West Sauble Sno Riders....... www.ofscdistrict9.ca.......................................... ............................................................................................ saublesnoriders@gmail.com Stoney Keppel Snowmobile Club........... www.stoneykeppelriders.com.............376-1729

SENIORS Bluewater Association for Lifelong........ www.bluewaterlearns.com..................376-5146 Learning (BALL) Derby Pioneer Club................................ Mike Fortney........................................371-8060 Grey Granite Club.................................. www.greygranite.com.........................376-3407 Harrison Park Seniors’Drop-in Centre.................................................................371-0024 Owen Sound & Area Seniors’Centre ...... thetannery@rogers.com......................376-8304 Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 6......... www.owensoundlegion.com...............376-7784 Salvation Army Golden Agers................ www.salvationarmyowensound.com...376-5699 ............................................................................................................................. ext 105 Springfest Games - City of Owen Sound.www.owensound.ca............. 376-4440 ext 1254 Silver C’s................................................ Paul Thompson.....................................376-0471

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Community Services ANIMAL HEALTH Canadian Food Inspection..................... www.inspection.gc.ca.........................881-2431 /Animal Programs Grey Bruce Animal Shelter..................... www.gb-animalshelter.com................372-1911 Owen Sound Animal Shelter................. www.bmts.com/~osas........................372-1123 ............................................................. or emergency Pager ............................373-5721

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BUSINESS Business Enterprise Centre.................... www.owensound.ca............................371-3232 Downtown Improvement Area.............. www.owensounddia.com....................376-9225 Ministry of Tourism, Culture & Sport..... 881-1081 .............................or 1-800-265-5520 Owen Sound & District ......................... www.oschamber.com.........................376-6261 Chamber of Commerce

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CHILD CARE & NURSERY Brooke Montesorri Toddler School......... www.brookemontessoriowensound.com........... ..........................................................................................................................376-3447 Grey County Child Care Listings ............ www.grey.ca........................................376-7324 Happy Hearts Day Care Centre............... www.rockcliffe.org...............................376-1284 Inglenook Creche Childcare Centre Inc................................................................371-9471 Le Jardin Des Decouvertes..................... www.jardinedescouvertes.com............371-4411 Family Y Day Care Services .................... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............372-2142 Riverforest Montessori School............... www.riverforestmontessori.com.........371-2313 Salvation Army Day Care Centre.........................................................................371-5991 Unity House Nursery School...............................................................................371-0141 Wooden Hill Child Care Centre (La Colline de Bois) ...........................www.woodenhill.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-6952 CRIME PREVENTION Block Parents........................................ www.owensoundpolice.com. 376-9812 Ext. 142 Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce Inc........... www.crimestop-gb.org............1-800-222-8477 ......................................................................................................................or 371-6078 DOCUMENTS Service Ontario Centre........................... www.serviceontario.ca.............1-800-267-8097 -Birth Certificates, Forms...............................................................................or 371-6226 Ontario Health Insurance ...................... www.health.gov.on.ca..............1-888-376-5197 Plan - Health Card Ministry of Consumer Services ............. www.serviceontario.ca........................371-6226 Passports available at local travel ......... www.ppt.gc.ca..........................1-800-567-6868 agencies, Canada Post, Government Offices or Heritage Mall location Service Canada Centre (Heritage Mall).. www.servicecanada.gc.ca.........1-800-206-7218 -Social Insurance #s EDUCATION Brooke Montessori Toddler School......... www.brookemontessoriowensound.com........... ..........................................................................................................................376-3447 Bluewater District School Board............ www.bwdsb.on.ca...............................363-2014 Bruce Grey Catholic District School Board...............................................www.bgcdsb.org ..........................................................................................................................364-5820 Conseil Scolaire De District Des ............. www.csdecso.on.ca/bienvenue............371-0627 Ecoles Catholiques Du Sud Ouest – Ecole Saint Dominque-Savio

Georgian College................................... www.georgiancollege.ca.....................376-0840 Riverforest Montessori School............... www.riverforestmontessori.com.........371-2313 Timothy Christian School of Owen Sound..................................www.tcsowensound.com ..........................................................................................................................371-9151 Victory Christian Academy.................... www.crossroadsvictorychurch.org.......371-2389 EMPLOYMENT Employment Resource Centre............................................................................371-9222 Apprenticeship Programs...................... www.georgianc.on.ca...............1-866-224-9232 Grey Owen Sound Social & Family Services.................................................. www.grey.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-7324 Ministry of Training, ............................. www.edu.gov.on.ca.............................371-4897 Colleges and Universities....................................................................or 1-800-838-9468 Ontario Disability Support..................... www.mcss.gov.on.ca...........................376-1951 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-265-3790 Ontario Works....................................... www.grey.ca.........376-7324 or 1-800-265-3119 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce ......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............371-9222 Community & Employment Services...................................................or 1-800-265-3711 vpi-Complete Employment Solutions.... www.vpi-inc.com................................881-4900 Workplace Safety & Insurance Board..... www.wsib.on.ca.......................1-800-387-0750 ENVIRONMENT 24 hour Spill Reporting......................... www.ec.gc.ca...........................1-800-268-6060 Grey Sauble Conservation Authority...... www.greysauble.on.ca........................376-3076 Ministry of Environment Owen Sound Area....................................... www.ene.gov.on.ca ...........................................................................................371-2901 or 1-800-265-3783 Ministry of Natural Resources................ www.mnr.gov.on.ca.............................376-3860 Niagara Escarpment Commission.......... www.escarpment.org..........................559-3340 Ontario Clean Water Agency.................. www.ocwa.com........................... 705-429-2525 FAMILY SERVICES Bruce Grey Child and Family Services ... www.bgcfs.ca......................................371-4453 Community Mediation Centre............................................................................371-0473 Mental Health Crisis Line of Grey & Bruce................................................1-877-470-5200 Grey County Children’s Services............. www.grey.ca........................................376-7324 Keystone-Child, Youth & Family Services............................. www.keystonebrucegrey.org ..........................................................................................................................371-4773 Kids Help Phone.................................... www.kidshelpphone.ca............1-800-668-6868 Ontario Early Years Centre..................... www.ontarioearlyyears.ca...................376-8808 Owen Sound & Area Family Y................ www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 Participation Lodge............................... www.participationlodge.com..............794-3201 & Community Services Partners in Process Equine Learning Centre.............................www.partnersinprocess.ca ..........................................................................................................................372-2527 Sexual Assault Centre of Grey Bruce - 24-hr Help................................ 376-2121 Ext 2458 The Women’s Centre (Grey & Bruce)....... www.thewomenscentre.org.......Crisis 371-1600 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-265-3722 Women’s House Serving Bruce & Grey... www.whsbg.on.ca....................1-800-265-3026 Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth .......... www.victim-services.com .Crisis1-866-376-9852 Victim/Witness Assistance Program (Ministry of Attorney General)...................376-8927 Victim Support Line................................................................................1-888-579-2888

Community Services FINANCIAL/INCOME Bruce County Social Services................. www.brucecounty.on.ca......................881-0431 Canada Customs & Revenue Agency...... www.cra-arc.gc.ca....................1-800-959-8281 Grey County Social Services................... www.grey.ca........................................376-7324 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-265-3119 Guaranteed Annual Income System (GAINS).......................................www.fin.gov.on.ca ...............................................................................................................1-866-668-8297 Health Canada....................................... www.hc-sc.gc.ca.......................1-866-225-0709 Municipal Property Assessment Corp.... www.mpac.on.ca.................................371-1121 ............................................................................................... or 1-866-296-6722(MPAC) FIRE (non-emergency) Inter Township Fire Department Administration................................................376-9933 Owen Sound Fire Department Administration...................................................376-2512 FOOD Owen Sound Food Share & The Good Food Box..................................................376-8319 ........................................................................................................ or 376-9420 Ext. 407 Foodlink Grey Bruce.............................. www.foodlinkgreybruce.com...............376-3365 .......................................................................................................................... Ext. 6125 Salvation Army Family .......................... www.salvationarmyowensound.com...371-0957 Services & Community Food Bank

GOVERNMENT City of Owen Sound............................... www.owensound.ca............................376-1440 Township of Chatsworth....................... www.chatsworth.ca.............................794-3232 Township of Georgian Bluffs.................. www.georgianbluffs.on.ca..................376-2729 Municipality of Meaford........................ www.meaford.ca.................................538-1060 County of Bruce..................................... www.brucecounty.on.ca......................881-1291 County of Grey....................................... www.grey.ca........................................376-2205 Service Ontario...................................... www.serviceontario.ca........................371-6226 Service Canada...................................... www.servicecanada.gc.ca....................376-4280 Larry Miller, M.P., Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound......www.canada.gc.ca or www.larrymiller.ca ..........................................................................................................................371-1059 Bill Walker, M.P.P., Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound.............................www.billwalkermpp.ca or ............................................................. 371-2421................................... www.gov.on.ca HEALTH Assistive Devices Programs................... www.health.gov.on.ca..............1-800-268-6021 Brain Injury Association of Ontario........ www.obia.ca.............................1-800-263-5404 AIDS Hotline & Information.....................................................................1-800-668-2437 Alzheimer’s Society of........................... www.alzheimer.ca/greybruce..............376-7230 -Grey Bruce........................................................................................or 1-800-265-9013 Ambulance Grey County EMS................ www.grey.ca........................................376-7337 .....................................................................................................or 911 for Emergencies

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FUNDING Make-a-Wish Foundation, South Western Ontario Chapter.......www.makeawishswo.org .................................................................................................................. 519-471-4900 Owen Sound & Area Community Foundation ............................................................. wwww.communityfoundadationgreybruce.com ..........................................................................................................................371-7203 Ontario Trillium Foundation.................. www.otf.ca...............................1-800-263-2887

Arthritis: Arthritis Society.................................... www.arthritis.ca..................................371-7263 Gentle Fit Warm Water Program............ www.jancaldwellaquatics.ca...............376-0746 Births: Midwives Grey Bruce ............................ www.midwivesgreybruce.com............371-2886 Owen Sound Crisis Pregnancy Centre.................................................................371-2004 Celiac: Canadian Celiac Association.................. www.celiac.ca...........................1-800-363-7296 Cancer: Canadian Cancer Society Bluewater ..... www.cancer.ca.....................................371-6011 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-430-6228 Cancer Info Service..................................................................................1-888-939-3333 Grey Bruce Breast Cancer Support Group......................................................www.cbcn.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-6011 Oncology Clinic-Grey Bruce Health Services........................................... www.gbhs.on.ca .......................................................................................................... 376-2121 Ext. 2218 Owen Sound Prostate Cancer Support Group.............................................www.cpcn.org ..........................................................................................................................371-8137 Community Health: Canadian Red Cross............................... www.redcross.ca..................................376-7579 Grey Bruce Health Unit.......................... www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca......376-9420 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-263-3456 Health Services-Southwest Ontario....... thehealthline.ca...................................374-8008 ...........................................................................................................or 1-888-371-2112 Hope Grey Bruce Mental Health............ www.hopegb.org..371-2390 or 1-800-235-2967 Diabetes: Diabetes Education Centre .................... www.diabetes.ca................ 376-2121, ext 2737 Canadian Diabetes Association, ............ www.diabetes.ca.............705-737-3611 Ext. 28 Diabetes Support Group...................................................................... 376-2121 Ext 2737 Fibromyalgia Support Group...................................................................1-877-632-6682 First Aid: Canadian Red Cross............................... www.redcross.ca..................................376-7579 St. John’s Ambulance............................ www.sja.ca..........................................376-4813 Hearing: Assistive Devices program..................... www.health.gov.on.ca..............1-800-268-6021 Canadian Hard of Hearing Association... www.chha.ca............................1-800-263-8068 Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada... www.heartandstroke.ca......................371-0083 Hospice: Bruce Peninsula Hospice....................... www.bphospice.ca............. 534-1260, ext 5612 Grey Bruce Palliative Care Hospice Association...................................................376-0419 Residential Hospice of Grey-Bruce Inc... www.greybrucehospice.com........ 519-370-7239 The Kidney Foundation ......................... www.kidney.on.ca....................1-800-667-3597 – South Western Ontario Chapter Lung: Assistive Devices & Home Oxygen program...................................www.health.gov.on.ca ...............................................................................................................1-800-268-6021 Lung Association................................... www.on.lung.ca.......................1-888-344-5864 Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada..... www.mssociety.ca....................1-800-268-7582 Osteoporosis Canada............................. www.osteoporosis.ca................1-800-463-6842 Canadian National Institute for the Blind..................................................... www.cnib.ca ...........................................................................................371-2721 or 1-800-265-4127

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HOME SUPPORT Canadian Mental Health Association..... www.gb.cmha.ca.................................371-3642 Day Away Program.............................................................................................371-3313 Home & Community ............................. www.hcss-gb.ca..................................372-2091 Support Services of Grey Bruce............................................................or 1-800-267-3798 Mackhall Mobility Products Inc............. www.mackhall.ca................................371-5999 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-610-4855 Meals on Wheels................................... www.hcss-gb.ca..................................372-2091 Para-Med Home Health Care................. www.paramed.ca 1-800-465-5054 Parker Home Health Care...................... www.parkerhomehealthcare.ca...........376-8252 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-265-3746 Red Cross Community Health Services.. www.redcross.ca..................................376-7579 South West Community ........................ www.sw.ccac-ont.ca............................371-5612 Care Access Centre.................................

Victorian Order of Nurses....................... www.von.ca.........................................376-5895 VitalAire Health Care............................. www.vitalaire.com..............................371-6611

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HOUSING ASSISTANCE Community Connections Housing & Support...........................................www.mhagb.ca ..........................................................................................................................371-2390 Grey County Housing Authority & Long Term Care........................................ www.grey.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-5744 Habitat for Humanity Grey Bruce.......... www.habitatgreybruce.ca...................371-6776 Habitat Restore Outlet.......................................................................................371-6714 Landlord and Tenant Board................... www.ltb.gov.on.ca....................1-888-332-3234 Owen Sound Municipal Non-Profit Housing Corporation....................................376-0573 YMCA Housing Support Program .......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............371-9230 The Women’s Centre (Grey & Bruce)....... www.thewomenscentre.org.......Crisis 371-1600 ...........................................................................................................or1-800-265-3722 Women’s House Serving Grey Bruce...... www.whsbg.on.ca ...................1-800-265-3026 INFORMATION Service Owen Sound............................. www. owensound.ca...........................376-1440 Owen Sound Tourism ............................ www. owensound.ca...........................371-9833 ...........................................................................................................or 1-888-675-5555 Grey Roots Museum and Archives......... www.greyroots.com............................376-3690 ...........................................................................................................or 1-877-473-9766 Service Canada...................................... www.servicecanada.gc.ca....................376-4280 Service Ontario Centre........................... www.serviceontario.ca........................371-6226 LEGAL SERVICES & SUPPORT Family Law Information Centre..........................................................................370-2434 Grey Bruce Community Legal Clinic....... www.gblegalclinic.com.......................370-2200 ...........................................................................................................or 1-877-832-1435 Land Registry Office.............................. www.ontario.ca...................................376-1637 Lawyer Referral Service......................... www.lsuc.on.ca........................1-800-668-7380 Legal Aid Owen Sound.......................... www.gblegalclinic.com.......................370-2200 Ontario Human Rights Commission....... www.ohrc.on.ca........................1-800-387-9080 Victim Services of Bruce Grey................ www.victim-services.com.........1-866-376-9852 & Owen Sound Inc.................................

Victim/Witness Assistance Program...... www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/.................. ...............................................................................................................1-866-259-4823

LIBRARIES Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library ............................................................. www. owensound.library.on.ca...........376-6623 LICENSING Owen Sound City Clerk ......................... www.owensound.ca........................... 376-4440 - Business; Lottery, Marriage............................................................................... Ext 1247 Driver & Vehicle Licensing..................... www.mto.gov.on.ca.............................371-6226 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-387-3445 Driver Examination............................... www.drivetest.ca......................1-888-570-6110 Canadian Firearms Centre..................... www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca.................1-800-731-4000 Trades Licenses - Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities ............................................................. www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/apprentices...376-5790 LITERACY Adult Learning Centre, Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library ............................................................. www.owensound.library.on.ca...376-6623 Ext 3 Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario.................................................www.ldao.ca ...............................................................................................................1-877-238-5322 MEDIA CFOS/CFPS AM 560 Bayshore Broadcasting Corporation........ www.radioowensound.com ..........................................................................................................................376-2030 CIXK FM 106.5 ...................................... www.radioowensound.com.................376-2030 Country FM 93 ...................................... www.radioowensound.com.................372-9393 Rogers Cable Systems (general inquiries)............................................www.rogerstv.com ..........................................................................................................................376-2832 The Dock 92.3........................................ www.923thedock.com.........................470-7626 The Sun Times....................................... www.owensoundsuntimes.com..........376-2250 MEN SUPPORT/COUNSELLING Men’s Program Grey-Bruce.................................................................................372-2720 Sexual Assault Centre of Grey Bruce - 24-hr Help..............................................................

376-2121 Ext 2458 MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT Aftercare Services.................................. www.gbhs.on.ca................... 376-2121 Ext 2470 Autism Ontario, Grey Bruce................... www.autismontario.com.....................377-9530 Canadian Mental Health Association..... www.cmhagb.org................................371-3642 Choices: Drug & Alcohol Counselling for Youth.........................................www.mhagb.ca ...........................................................................................371-5487 or 1-800-265-3133 Community Connections Housing & Support...........................................www.mhagb.ca ..........................................................................................................................371-2390 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-235-2967 Community Network Support Team...... www.mhagb.ca...................................371-4551 Consumer/Survivor Development Project................................................www.mhagb.ca ..........................................................................................................................371-4582 Crisis Intervention Team........................ www.mhagb.ca.................... 376-2121 ext 2450 ...........................................................................................................or 1-888-525-0552 Family Support Initiative....................................................................................371-4802 Crisis Line of Grey Bruce..........................................................................1-877-470-5200 Hope Grey Bruce Mental Health - Addiction Services....................www.mhagb.ca/gbchc ..........................................................................................................................371-4120

Community Services Grey Bruce Health Services.................... www.gbhs.on.ca................................. 376-2121 Keystone – Child, Youth & Family Services...........................................www.bgcskids.org ..........................................................................................................................371-4773 Partners in Process Equine Learning Centre.............................www.partnersinprocess.ca ..........................................................................................................................372-2527 The Women’s Centre (Grey & Bruce)..... www.thewomenscentre.org.......Crisis 371-1600 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-265-3722 The Women’s House Serving Grey Bruce.www.whsbg.on.ca....................1-800-265-3026 Wes for Youth........................................................................www.wesforyouthonline.ca MUSEUMS & ART GALLERY Bishop House Museum.......................... www.billybishop.org...........................371-0031 Grey Roots Museum and Archives......... www.greyroots.com............................376-5140 Owen Sound Marine & Rail Museum..... www.marinerail.com...........................371-3333 Tom Thomson Art Gallery...................... www.tomthomson.org........................376-1932 POLICE DEPARTMENTS (NON-EMERGENCY) Ontario Provincial Police........................ www.opp.ca..............................1-888-310-1122 Owen Sound Police Services.................. www.owensoundpolice.com.. 376-1234 Ext 142 POST OFFICES Canada Post Corporation....................... www.canadapost.ca............................371-5028

RECREATIONAL AND HALL FACILITIES Service Owen Sound Facility Bookings................................... www.owensound.ca............................376-1440 Harrison Park Community Centre.......................................................................376-1440 Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre..................................... www.thebayshore.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-3594 Harmony Centre Owen Sound............................................................................376-8880 Ball Diamonds Owen Sound Ball Diamonds, booking starts April 1st.......................... 376-4440 Ext 1254

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PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES City of Owen Sound............................... www.owensound.ca............................376-1440 Engineering Services..........................................................................................376-4530 Household Hazardous Waste..............................................................................376-4274 Owen Sound Public Works..................................................................................376-4274 Recycling............................................................................................. 376-4274 Ext 1223 Water Treatment & Distribution.........................................................................372-2170 Water/Sewage Inquiries & Billing......................................................................376-1440 Union Gas..........................................................................................................................

24 Hour Emergency Service.....................................................................1-877-969-0999 Ontario One Call (Call before you dig).. www.On1Call.com....................1-800-400-2255 Hydro One Billing or service inquiries.... www.hydroone.com.................1-888-664-9376 24-hour Emergency .............................. www.hydroone.com.................1-800-434-1235 Recycling Miller Waste Transfer Site...................................................................................372-1855 Ontario Clean Water Agency.................. www.ocwa.com........................... 705-429-2525

Conservation Areas Grey Sauble Conservation Authority...... www.greysauble.on.ca........................376-3076 Hibou Conservation Area Indian Falls Conservation Area Inglis Falls Conservation Area Pottawatomi Conservation Area West Rocks Management Area General Fitness OT Sports Conditioning......................... otconditioning.com..............................270-4956 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce ........ www.ymcaowensound.on.ca...............376-0484 – Health Fitness & Recreation Sportmakers Fitness & Training Centre.. www.sportmakers.ca...........................376-4991 Stone Tree Golf & Fitness Club............... www.stonetree.on.ca..........................376-7899 Golf Cobble Beach Golf Links........................ www.cobblebeachgolflinks.com..........370-2173 Legacy Ridge Golf Club.......................... www.legacyridgegolf.ca......................376-1961 Scenic City Golf Course.......................................................................................376-4649 Stone Tree Golf & Fitness Club............... www.stonetree.on.ca..........................376-7899 Marine Facilities & Services East Side Boat Launch........................................................................................371-1988 Georgian Shores Marina........................ www.georgianshoresmarina.com........371-3999 Rescue Co-ordination Centre, Air, Marine & Search (Trenton)................www.forces.gc.ca ...............................................................................................................1-800-267-7270 Safe Boating -Transport Canada............ www.tc.gc.ca/marinesafety......1-800-267-6687 West Side Boat Launch.......................................................................................371-1988 Skating Rinks Harrison Park (outdoor - seasonal)........ www.owensound.ca............................376-1440 Harry Lumley-Bayshore Community Centre..................................... www.owensound.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-3594 Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre...................................... www.owensound.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-1440 Swimming Pools/Beaches Harrison Park Pools (outdoor - seasonal).......................................... www.owensound.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-1440 Hibou Conservation Area....................... www.greysauble.on.ca........................376-9102 Jan Caldwell Aquatics............................ www.jancaldwellaquatics.ca...............376-0746 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce.......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca..............376-0484 – Health Fitness & Recreation...............

Stone Tree Golf & Fitness Club............... www.stonetree.on.ca..........................376-7899

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Community Services SOCIAL ASSISTANCE Grey NCB Subsidy Program................................................................... 376-0484 Ext. 227 Ontario Disability Support Program...................................................................376-1951 Ontario Works....................................... www.mcss.gov.on.ca...........................376-7324 Salvation Army ..................................... www.salvationarmyowensound.com...371-0957 Family & Community Services (includes food bank)..........................................................

Social Services Grey County/Owen Sound.................................................... www.grey.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-7324 Veterans Affairs Canada........................ www.vac-acc.gc.ca...................1-866-522-2122

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SPECIAL NEEDS Adult Protective Service Workers........... www.dsontario.ca.....................1-877-480-2726 Community Living, ............................... www.communitylivingowensound.ca.371-9251 Owen Sound & District Easter Seal Society................................ www.easterseals.org................1-800-461-3341 Georgian Riding Association for Challenged Equestrians (GRACE)......................372-2721 Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario-London....................................www.ldao.ca ........................................................................................................519-438-6213 Ext 24 March of Dimes - Ontario...................... www.marchofdimes.ca.............1-866-496-8603 Ministry of Community & Social Services.........................................www.mcss.gov.on.ca ...............................................................................................................1-866-340-8881 Owen Sound & District Special Olympics...............www.dspeed@ymcaowensound.on.ca Participation Lodge & Community Services ....................... www.participationlodge.com ..........................................................................................................................794-3201

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE & ADDICTION SUPPORT Community Addiction Treatment Services (CATS).....................................www.mhagb.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-3999 Addiction Day Treatment Program...................................................... 376-2121 Ext 2036 Al-Anon Family Groups......................... www.al-anon.alateen.on.ca................376-4193 Alcoholics Anonymous.......................... www.district9.ca.................................376-4193 Centre for Addiction & Mental Health... www.camh.net.........................1-800-463-6273 Choices: Drug & Alcohol ....................... www.mhagb.ca...................................371-5487 Counselling for Youth .........................................................................or 1-800-265-3133 ConnexOntario-Health Services helplines.................................... www.connexontario.ca ............................................................. Mental Health...........................1-866-531-2600 ............................................................. Drug & Alcohol..........................1-800-565-8603 ............................................................. Gambling..................................1-888-230-3505 Drug & Alcohol Helpline........................ www.drugandhelpline.ca.........1-800-565-8603 G & B House, Recovery Home for Substance Abuse............................................376-9495 Grey Bruce With­­­­drawal Management Services.........................................www.mhagb.ca ..........................................................................................................................376-5666 Men’s Program of­­Grey and Bruce.......................................................................372-2720 New Directions (Alcohol, Drug, Gambling Problems)..........371-1232 or 1-800-265-3133 Partners in Process Equine Learning Centre ............................www.partnersinprocess.ca ..........................................................................................................................372-2527 Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline..... www.addictionsontario.ca........1-888-230-3505 Mental Health Helpline...........................................................................1-866-531-2600

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TOURISM Owen Sound Tourism............................ www.owensound.ca............................371-9833 ...........................................................................................................or 1-888-675-5555 Owen Sound Special Events.................. www.owensound.ca............. 376-4440 Ext 1251 Festival of Northern Lights.................... www.FestivalLights.ca.......... 376-4440 Ext 1225 Bruce County Tourism............................ www.explorethebruce.com.......1-800-268-3838 Grey County Tourism............................. www.visitgrey.ca......................1-877-SEE-GREY Grey Roots Museum and Archives......... www.greyroots.com............................376-5140 TRANSPORTATION Grey Bruce Air Bus................................. www.greybruceairbus.com.......1-800-361-0393 Grey County Roads................................ www.greycounty.ca/plow........1-866-266-PLOW ...........................................................................................................or 1-866-266-7569 Owen Sound Billy Bishop ..................... www.flyowensound.com.....................371-6936 Regional Airport....................................

Ministry of Transportation..................... www.mto.gov.on.ca.............................376-7350 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-268-4686 Owen Sound Mobility Transit................ www.owensound.ca............................376-7500 Owen Sound Transit Bus Lines .............. www.owensound.ca............................376-3299 Owen Sound Transportation Company.. www.chicheemaun.com...........1-800-265-3163 WOMEN SUPPORT.............................................................................................................

Midwives Grey Bruce ............................ www.midwivesgreybruce.com............371-2886 Owen Sound Crisis Pregnancy Centre..................................371-2004 or 1-888-371-2004 Partners in Process Equine Learning Centre www.partnersinprocess.ca.........372-2527 Sexual Assault Centre of Grey Bruce - 24-hr Help................................ 376-2121 Ext 2458 Sexual Assault Crisis Line........................................................................1-806-578-5566 The Women’s Centre (Grey & Bruce)....... www.thewomenscentre.org.......Crisis 371-1600 ...........................................................................................................or 1-800-265-3722 Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth........... www.victim-services.com.........1-866-376-9852 Women’s House (Grey Bruce) ............ www.whsbg.on.ca....................1-800-265-3026 YOUTH Big Brothers of Owen Sound................. www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.............376-4449 Big Brothers/Sisters Bruce Grey ............ www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.............364-1444 Bruce Grey Child & Family Services........ www.bgcfs.ca......................................371-4453 Choices: ................................................ www.mhagb.ca...................................371-5487 Drug & Alcohol Counselling for Youth..................................................or 1-800-265-3133 Easter Seal Society................................ www.easterseals.org................1-800-461-3391 Keystone – Child, Youth & Family Services.......................... www.keystonebrucegrey.org 371-4773 Kids Help Phone.................................... www.kidshelpphone.ca............1-800-668-6868 March of Dimes - Ontario...................... www.marchofdimes.ca.............1-866-496-8603 YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce.......... www.ymcaowensound.on.ca.............................. ............................................................. Health, Fitness, Rec’n ..........................376-0484 ............................................................. Community & Housing ........................371-9230 Employ’t Resource .............................................................................................371-9222 Partners in Process Equine Learning Centre ............................www.partnersinprocess.ca ..........................................................................................................................372-2527 Sexual Assault Centre of Grey Bruce - 24-hr Help................................ 376-2121 ext 2458 Sexual Assault Crisis Line........................................................................1-866-578-5566 Wes for Youth........................................................................www.wesforyouthonline.ca

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