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Township of Georgian Bluffs
177964 Grey Road 18,
Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N5
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Phone: 519-376-2729
Fax: 519-372-1620
Waste Collection Delay - December 29, 2025
Due to today’s snowy conditions, waste collection may not be completed as scheduled. If your waste is not collected today, please bring it back in and set it out again on your next regular collection day. Thank you for your patience.
Significant Weather Event Declared
The Township of Georgian Bluffs has declared a significant weather event due to forecasted and/or observed weather conditions. The declaration is to notify the public that due to the current or forecasted conditions, caution is to be observed when travelling on roads maintained by the Township of Georgian Bluffs, and that it may take longer than usual to bring the condition of the roads back to a state of repair.
We expect delays to waste collection due to the weather and road conditions.
Please use caution and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination. Gravel roads in particular have been impacted by the freeze/thaw cycle, so please be extra cautious on gravel roads. The significant weather event remains in effect until the event is declared to be over.
For more information on road conditions in Georgian Bluffs, visit www.georgianbluffs.ca/snowclearing. For active Weather Warnings, visit the Environment Canada Website.
Holiday Office Closure
The Georgian Bluffs Township offices are closed for the holidays from noon on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, until Friday, January 2, 2026. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 9 a.m.
During this time, please make use of our online services at www.georgianbluffs.ca for any inquiries.
For missed waste pickups, please reach out to Waste Management directly at canresidential@wm.com or 1-800-561-1655.
Georgian Bluffs wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and looks forward to another great year in 2026.
Our plow operators continue working hard to manage the impacts of winter weather following more overnight snowfall and continued strong winds. While route completion was slightly slower due to the past few days of heavy accumulation, all routes were completed.
Thank you for your patience and understanding today as we worked to address the impacts of this week’s high snowfall and blowing snow. We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated plow operators, who have been working hard since 2 a.m. to make our roads accessible and safe.
Georgian Bluffs invites residents to bring their voices and perspectives to the Multi-Municipal Energy Working Group (MMEWG). Council is seeking applications from engaged community members to fill one (1) vacancy on this collaborative initiative.
Due to the significant snowfall and blowing snow on Monday, January 27, waste collection on the following roads was missed. A make-up collection will take place on Saturday, February 1. Please ensure all waste and recycling is placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, and to keep bins clear of snowbanks and roadways to ensure efficient collection.
Due to forecasted weather conditions, the Georgian Bluffs Administration Office will close at 1:00 p.m. today, Monday, January 27. Waste collection is also delayed and may not be completed as scheduled. Trucks will continue operating as long as conditions allow. All Arenas and Community Centres are also closed.
The Township of Georgian Bluffs has declared a significant weather event due to forecasted and/or observed weather conditions.
The Significant Weather Event declared on January 2, 2025 has now ended.
Georgian Bluffs Facilities Closure - January 21st
Given the significant weather event, Georgian Bluffs Administration Office will not be open today, January 21st.
Further, Shallow Lake Arena will be closed today, January 21st. Parent and Tot skate at 1030am and the Adult Skate at 3pm are cancelled. Groups with bookings will be contacted about their bookings.
The Community Centers at Derby and Kemble will not be open today. Public drop in Pickleball at Derby is cancelled at 10am today. Groups with bookings will be contacted.
The Township of Georgian Bluffs has declared a significant weather event due to forecasted and/or observed weather conditions.
Georgian Bluffs is excited to announce the final approval of View from the Top: Strategic Plan 2025–2030, marking a significant milestone in the community's journey towards a future of sustainable growth, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship.
Contact Us
Township of Georgian Bluffs
177964 Grey Road 18,
Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N5
Send Email to Georgian Bluffs
Phone: 519-376-2729
Fax: 519-372-1620
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