2024 Draft Budget Available

The 2024 Draft Budget is now available on the Town’s website. Following a series of special meetings in January, Town staff incorporated the direction provided by Council. To keep residents informed and provide an opportunity for the public to address Council directly, a Public Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Residents are also welcome to submit an email or letter that will be read aloud by the Town Clerk.

Following the Public Meeting, Town Staff will prepare a report that will be presented at the March 18 Committee of the Whole meeting outlining the comments received at the Public Meeting. Council will consider this input while reviewing and making adjustments to the budget. The adoption of the 2024 Budget, along with the revised Fees & Charges By-laws, is expected to take place on April 2, 2024. To view the draft budget and the proposed Fees & Charges By-laws, please visit the Town’s Budget webpage.

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Craigleith Community Park Survey

Over the past several years, the Town has strategically acquired six hectares of parkland in Craigleith from the Windfall, Second Nature, and Blue Vista development sites. The intent is to transform the land into a regional community park for all to enjoy.

To launch the project, the Town has started to identify infrastructure necessary for planned improvements, such as parking and public washrooms, and will be consulting with residents and the broader community to hear what recreational and natural elements will best serve residents.

Share your vision by letting us know what features and amenities would help you get the most out of the future Craigleith Community Park. Survey open until February 26, 2024.

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Celebrate International Women's Day in The Blue Mountains!

International Women’s Day is coming up and the Town is proud to celebrate the day in partnership with The Blue Mountains Chamber of Commerce. Join us on Monday, March 4 at the Blue Mountain Village Conference Centre for an inspiring evening exploring ways we can work together to champion the voices of women.

Taking place in the Petun Room from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the evening will highlight inclusion and diversity with thought-provoking speakers, an in-depth panel discussion including local business and community leaders, breakout sessions and networking opportunities. The evening will also include a Night Market, featuring local vendors and community groups.

A portion of the proceeds from the event will go support My Friend’s House.

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Volunteer Recognition Awards Returning in 2024

The 2024 Volunteer Recognition Awards & Volunteer Fair event will return on Wednesday, April 17 as part of National Volunteer Recognition Week.

Launched in 2022, the Town’s annual Volunteer Recognition Awards event celebrates and honours outstanding residents, community groups and organizations that contribute to the quality of life in The Blue Mountains.

The Town is currently seeking applications, in the form of letters of interest, from members of the public for appointment to the Volunteer Recognition Awards Sub-Committee.

To learn more about the Volunteer Awards, apply for the sub-committee or register your organization for the Volunteer Fair, please visit: www.thebluemountains.ca/volunteerawards

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Canva for Small Businesses Workshop

The Town of The Blue Mountains, South Georgian Bay Small Business Enterprise Centre and Community Futures South Georgian Bay are excited to bring Emily Baillie, a digital marketing expert, to the L.E. Shore Library on Thursday, February 22, for a Canva for Small Business Workshop!

Learn the basics of using Canva to create designs that represent your brand and communicate your message effectively. Beginners are welcome!

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Circular Economy Workshop

On March 5, 2024, the Town is hosting a Circular Economy Workshop to engage the public on opportunities and challenges related to waste management and to collaborate on circular economy solutions.

This is the first of two workshops which will help inform a Circular Economy Recommendations Report, which makes important progress on the Town's sustainability plan, The TBM Future Story. This workshop will be held in Council Chambers on March 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Registration for this free workshop is required.

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