Grey County Morning Brief — Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Memorial Georgian Bluffs has lowered municipal flags to half-mast and Owen Sound’s Mayor has issued a formal statement following a tragedy at CFB Wainwright. Georgian Bluffs | Owen Sound Mayor’s Statement

Elections Voting is underway in Meaford’s 2026 municipal and school board election, with internet and phone voting open October 16–26. Meaford Independent In Owen Sound, seven per cent of eligible voters cast ballots over the first weekend of the voting period. Owen Sound

Development Grey, Dufferin, and Wellington Counties have launched a Green Development Program recognizing new residential builds designed for energy efficiency, climate resilience, and long-term affordability; the launch event was held at the Baybounds Presentation Centre in Meaford. Meaford Independent

Marine The Chi-Cheemaun ferry ran a marine evacuation drill in Owen Sound Harbour before heading to Hamilton for its annual dry-dock inspections. Owen Sound Current

Community United Way Bruce Grey has received a financial boost from Bruce Power’s supplier partners. CKNX News Today Canada Reads winner Terry Fallis visits Durham Town Hall on October 24 ahead of his 11th novel; admission by donation, register with West Grey Public Library. Owen Sound Current

Around the county: Owen Sound’s final Household Hazardous Waste event of the year runs Saturday, Oct. 24 (link) · Owen Sound seeking volunteers for city boards and committees (link) · Southgate election help centres available this week (link) · Southgate Dundalk Transfer Station upgrade revised (link)