News Releases

Council Approves Dog-Friendly Areas on Waterfront

The Town has increased access to two sections of the waterfront for dog owners to exercise their pets: one located in Southampton, the other in Port Elgin.  Council voted to...

Committee Turns Down North Shore Train Proposal

The Town will begin working on a Master Plan for North Shore Park without incorporating a proposal for the historic Port Elgin and North Shore Train. The decision comes after...

Town Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

The Town of Saugeen Shores is experiencing the same demographic change as many other communities across Canada and the world; namely, the rapid growth in the number of people...

Town Updating Service Agreements with Police, Fire

The Town is revising and updating policies around its emergency services to make them more transparent and responsive.  This includes a new proposed Shared Services Agreement...

Bruce County Fire Chiefs Lift County-Wide Total Fire Ban

Bruce County's Fire Chiefs have lifted the comprehensive fire ban that was imposed on June 8, 2023.

However, in accordance with the Provincial Order dated June 9th, 2023, the...