Township News

The Township of Georgian Bluffs is implementing a total FIRE BAN, effective immediately, due to increased fire risk and hazardous conditions. The safety and well-being of our residents and the preservation of our community are our top priorities.

Currently there is NOT an open-air fire ban in place in Grey County.

The fire hazard rating throughout the province is high to extreme.

Robert Knapp, a dedicated volunteer and resident of Georgian Bluffs, has been honored with the prestigious Ontario Senior of the Year Award in recognition of his exceptional commitment to community service.

The Senior of the Year Awards, presented annually by the Government of Ontario, acknowledge seniors who enrich the social, cultural or civic life of the community.

The Township of Georgian Bluffs has raised the progressive pride flag on the morning of June 1st, marking the start of Pride Month in communities in Georgian Bluffs and beyond. The flag serves as a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, and the Township raising it reflects the commitment to equity in the work of the municipality with its many communities.

“We had hoped that mother nature would help us out in applying this year’s dust suppressant program,” said Zach Carson, Facilities Supervisor with the Township, “but there is no rain in the forecast and the application needs water to work, so we are grateful that the volunteers of the South Bruce ATV Club are able to help out with watering the trail!”.

On Thursday, June 1^st, workers will be onsite for a culvert replacement on A-Line Bridge, West of Bruce Road 10 in the Township of Georgian Bluffs.

Access will remain open to adjacent properties. Please slow down and drive with extra caution when workers are present.

On Wednesday, May 31, workers will be onsite performing water main repairs on Balmy Beach Road north of Cottage Lane.

There may be minimal lane closures as work is completed. Please slow down and drive with extra caution when workers are present.

Following recent reports of signs of black bears in the area, the Township is reminding residents that bears are a natural part of the environment of Georgian Bluffs, but there are things you can do to avoid an encounter.

“Bears are all around us throughout the year, but are generally dormant in the winter months,” says Niall Lobley, Acting CAO/Director of Community Services with the Township.

The Township is working with South Bruce Peninsula ATV Club to complete grading on a section of the Georgian Bluffs Rail Trail near Benallen on Thursday, May 25. A portion of the trail will be closed while work is underway.

Composting is one way you can help reduce the amount of household garbage that needs to be collected each week.

Food scraps and organic materials can be added to compost piles and will rapidly biodegrade into a rich soil that can be used in your garden.