April 2026

Town Receives Provincial Funding for Ice Storm Recovery

The Town of The Blue Mountains is receiving up to $48,000 in provincial funding to support recovery efforts following the severe ice storm that impacted the region on March 28, 2025.

On March 18, Brian Saunderson, Member of Provincial Parliament for Simcoe-Grey, announced the funding as part of the Province of Ontario's $90 million Municipal Ice Storm Assistance program. The funding will help offset municipal costs related to the emergency response and cleanup efforts resulting from the storm.

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Update on Value Engineering Review

Staff Report CFS.26.022 will be presented at a Special Meeting of Council on Thursday, April 2. The report, titled "Value Engineering Exercise Review - Mill Street Pumping Station" presents the findings of the Value Engineering Exercise approved through Staff Report CFS.26.009 and outlines a recommended path forward for the Mill Street Sewage Pumping Station component of the Housing Enabling Water Systems (HEWS) project.

The Value Engineering Exercise was undertaken to ensure that the current design is optimized for cost, performance, constructability and long-term operational efficiency prior to tender.

Recommendations include:

• Revisiting peak flow assumptions to consider a phased implementation approach to align certain infrastructure upgrades with actual growth;
• Maintaining the integrity of the current design while identifying targeted opportunities to reduce or defer components where appropriate; and
• Undertaking a focused evaluation of the Caisson Submersible Pumping station option to determine its feasibility, risks, and potential value relative to the current design.

The HEWS project represents a significant investment in wastewater infrastructure to support growth and enable housing within the Town, with the project supporting approximately 13,724 additional housing units.

The report also contains additional information regarding the Bay Street Linear Works and Craigleith Sewage Lift Station projects that were bundled into the HEWS application and also experienced cost overruns as additional scope requirements, regulatory considerations and market factors were identified.

The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday in the Town Hall Council Chambers and will also be livestreamed online.

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Easter Holiday Service Reminders

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to remind residents of upcoming service changes due to Easter Weekend.

• Town Hall will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, and Monday, April 6, 2026. Town Hall will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
• Curbside Waste Collection will occur as usual on Friday, April 3, Monday April 6, and for the remainder of the week.
• The Blue Mountains Public Library and The Craigleith Heritage Depot will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026, and Monday, April 6, 2026.
• The Beaver Valley Community Centre will remain open on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, for private hall rentals. The arena will be closed, and Adult Skating and Stick & Puck programs will not run on April 6, 2026.

All essential services will continue to operate throughout the holiday weekend. Online services are available 24/7 on the Town website. For after-hours Town-related emergencies, please call (519) 599-3131.

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Calling Food Vendors, Artisans and Performers

The Town of The Blue Mountains is excited to host the Multicultural Celebration with the YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce on Saturday, June 27 at Moreau Park in Thornbury from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

We’re inviting food vendors, artisan and market vendors, performers and cultural groups to join in our Multicultural Celebration—a free, family‑friendly event celebrating cultures from around the world through music, dance, food, art and cultural sharing.

If you offer international cuisine, culturally inspired goods or culturally inspired performances, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more or apply to be a vendor or performer: www.ymcaowensound.on.ca/multicultural-celebration/ 

Join Us: 2026 Volunteer Fair and Awards

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Do you want an opportunity to meet new people while making a difference?

Join us at the 2026 Volunteer Fair and Awards! The Volunteer Fair is a free event that provides an opportunity for groups to connect with local residents looking to volunteer in the community, and the Volunteer Awards celebrate those who have made an impact!

The Volunteer Fair is held on Wednesday, April 22, at the Beaver Valley Community Centre beginning at 4:00 p.m., with the Volunteer Awards beginning at 5:30 p.m.

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Spring Reminder for Pet Owners

Spring weather brings more opportunities to spend time outdoors with furry friends.

When out in the community, pet owners are reminded to pick up and properly dispose of pet waste and keep dogs on a leash when outside of designated leash-free dog parks. These simple habits help keep shared spaces clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.

Thank you for helping keep the community welcoming for all.

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2026 Resident Parking Permits

Residents are reminded to register for a 2026 Resident Parking Permit, which provides free parking at all municipally owned paid lots, including beaches, parks and trails.

As part of this year’s process, residents must create a household account through the online registration system. This new, one-time setup allows multiple vehicles within the same household to be managed under a single account and provides the option to issue temporary permits for visiting guests. 

Registration can be completed online through the Town’s Parking Permit Portal, with in-person support available at Town Hall. Permits must be renewed annually, and proof of residency and vehicle ownership is required.

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Spring Yard Waste Collection Returns April 20

Spring clean-up season is here! Curbside yard waste collection begins Monday, April 20 and runs through May 28, 2026.

The Town's Operations department has some additional information regarding collection:

• Yard Waste is collected on your regular curbside collection day and must be curbside by 7:00 a.m.
• Yard Waste collected curbside is limited to 10 compostable bags or containers weekly.
• Oversized yard waste is not collected curbside but can be delivered to the Landfill and Recycling Depot, subject to applicable fees.
• Oversized yard waste refers to any plant material that is too large to fit into a container or yard waste bag that is 89cm high x 41cm wide, or bags over the 10 bag limit.

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