September 2025

Open Fields Returns September 27, 2025

Local farms are excited to welcome visitors on Saturday, September 27 as part of the Open Fields Farm Tour.

The Town of The Blue Mountains is proud to partner with the Municipality of Meaford for this year's event, with six locations total. Visit local farms, get a behind the scenes look at modern agriculture and learn all about your rural neighbours. The six stops on this year's tour are: 

• Alpine Ridge Alpacas
• Apple Springs Orchard
• Coffin Ridge Vineyard & Winery
• Grey & Gold Cider
• Purple Hollow Lavender Farm
• Valley Ridge Family Farm

Open Fields is a free, self-guided tour that runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to wear proper footwear and are reminded that unfortunately, pets are not welcome on the tour.

For a full list of participating locations and more information, visit www.exploreblue.ca/openfields.

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Council Workshop #2 Scheduled

A Special Meeting of Council will take place on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at the Beaver Valley Community Centre for the second Corporate Strategic Plan Council Workshop.

Led by StrategyCorp, this workshop session will focus on confirming the vision, refining draft priorities and exploring potential actions that could be included in the draft Corporate Strategic Plan. 

Community members are encouraged to attend the meeting in person at the Beaver Valley Community Centre to stay informed and engaged as the Town continues to shape Our Path Forward. For those unable to attend, a recording of the meeting will be available on the project webpage following the workshop. 

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30, 2025 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a time to reflect on the ongoing impacts of the residential school system and the resilience of Indigenous survivors, their families and communities.

The Town will recognize this day by raising a Truth and Reconciliation flag from September 23 to October 1, with a formal proclamation ceremony on September 30, 2025. Additional details will be shared in the coming weeks. 

Throughout September, The Blue Mountains Public Library will honour Truth and Reconciliation with a series of Indigenous programs, book lists and exhibitions.

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Council Community BBQ

Join us for a free community BBQ hosted by Town Council and enjoy delicious food and refreshments at the Thornbury Farmer’s Market on Sunday, September 14.

The Thornbury Farmer’s Market takes place across from Town Hall every Sunday until Thanksgiving from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The free community BBQ will run from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., serving up hot dogs, hamburgers and refreshments to the public.

Town Council members will be hosting the event, helping serve food and chatting with residents in an informal environment.

For more information about the Thornbury Farmer’s Market, visit: https://thornburymarket.com/

The Blue Mountains OPP Wants Your Feedback

As part of its mandate under the Community Safety and Policing Act, the Detachment Board for the Blue Mountains OPP is expected to develop policies and priorities for policing across the community. The Collingwood/Blue Mountains OPP Detachment is currently developing its draft 2026-2029 Action Plan, and the Board will provide input and guidance to its development.

The Board is seeking feedback from residents on your concerns and priorities for policing for the next three years, and your level of satisfaction with their policing services today.

Residents are invited to complete the brief survey by September 30, 2025. The results of the survey will be reviewed by the Detachment Board at its October meeting. The survey can be completed online at www.thebluemountains.ca/OPPSurvey, and paper copies are available at The Blue Mountains Public Library and Town Hall. Please return completed surveys to the Clerks Department at Town Hall.

Recycle Your Household Batteries this September

Annual household battery collection is back. Throughout September, place your dead household batteries inside the provided bag, or any clear zip-lock bag smaller than 1 litre. Set the bag on top of your green/organics bin or blue bin for pick-up on your scheduled collection day.

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Save the Date: Fall Fair & Seniors Fair