September 2026

Voter Lookup & Extended Hours at Town Hall

Beginning September 1, during normal office hours and during the following extended hours of operation, Election Staff will be available at the Town of The Blue Mountains Town Hall, to allow voters to confirm that they are on the Voters’ List.

If you are not on the Voters’ List, and are eligible to vote in The Blue Mountains, staff can add you to the Voters’ List (identification is required).

Extended Hours of Operation:

• Wednesday, September 9, 2026, until 7:00 pm

• Friday, September 11, 2026, until 7:00 pm

For more information, contact the Town Clerk.

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Recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Wednesday, September 30, 2026, is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. The day is an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing impacts of the residential school system and honour the resilience of Indigenous survivors, their families and communities.

The Town will raise the Truth and Reconciliation flag from September 23 to October 1, with a formal proclamation ceremony taking place on September 30, 2026.

Updates to Private Drinking Water Testing Drop Off Schedule

Grey Bruce Public Health has changed the sample pick-up schedule for their private well water testing program. Samples will now be picked up weekly from Ravenna Hall at 10:00 a.m. each Thursday. Ravenna Hall will be open for sample bottle pick-up or drop-off on Wednesdays from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Thursdays from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Samples must be dropped off within 24 hours of the pick-up time.

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Battery Collection Reminder

Annual household battery collection is back. Place your dead household batteries inside the provided bag - or any clear zip-lock bag smaller than 1 litre - and send them out for collection on your scheduled blue box day until the end of the month.

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Every Tree Has a Story: Explore the New Tree Trail

Embrace the beauty of The Town of The Blue Mountains urban forest in a new way with Tree Trust's "Tree Trail". This interactive experience combines outdoor exploration with local storytelling and invites participants to uncover the distinct perspectives of 6 notable trees. Find out what makes each of these trees special and learn how they contribute to the heritage and character of their community.

Scan the QR code on the plaque underneath the tree and listen as it shares its story, offering a unique perspective on its place in the community and through time. Visit as many trees as you like, in any order.

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Community & Events

Save the Date for Open Fields 2026!

This fall, meet your local farmers and celebrate agriculture in The Blue Mountains! Tour local farms and learn about the work, knowledge and investment required to run a modern farm. Enjoy various vendors, activities, demonstrations and free fun for the entire family. Save the date for Saturday, September 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., rain or shine.

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Save the Date for Beaver Valley Fall Fair 2026!

It's officially Fall Fair season in the Beaver Valley!

Join the Beaver Valley Agricultural Society on September 11 and 12 for two days of exhibits, entertainment, food, agriculture, community and more than 150 years of tradition at the Beaver Valley Community Centre.

Friday kicks off the festivities with the Classic Championship Wrestling Show at 7 p.m. followed by music at 9 p.m.

Saturday is a full day of fun with the fairgrounds opening at 10 a.m. Enjoy children's entertainers, the Team K9 Dog Sport Show, Petting Zoo, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Antique Tractor Display and more, with the roast beef dinner and live music by the Sherri Jackson Band closing the day.

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