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Welcome to the Town of Saugeen Shores!

If you are a resident or a visitor to Saugeen Shores, our website has lots of information and resources to help you thrive in our community.

Location

You can find the Town of Saugeen Shores along the Lake Huron shoreline, just west of Owen Sound and north of Kincardine. Saugeen Shores includes the communities of Port Elgin and Southampton. We are one of many municipalities that make up Bruce County along Ontario's West Coast.

Health Care

Take advantage of our many health care facilities that support the community.

Housing

There are many residential styles and options available in Saugeen Shores. With options ranging from apartment rentals to executive waterfront homes, century homes to new builds, rural and urban living, you'll find what you need in our community. Contact a local realtor for more information and discover new residential developments on our Development Story Map.

To learn more about the Town's Housing Initiatives visit our project page.

Roads and Transportation

View information on the Town's roads and snow clearing measures.

There are many ways to get to and around Saugeen Shores, including using the airport, the harbour or active transportation.

Schools and Child Care

See more information about Saugeen Shores' schools and child care options.

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Learn about our garbage and recycling schedules and programs, including our bag tag program and landfill.

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Find out how to pay your property taxes, pay your water bill, and see more information on our water and wastewater services. You can also find information on local utility providers.

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Town of Saugeen Shores

600 Tomlinson Drive, P.O. Box 820

Port Elgin ON N0H 2C0

Phone 519-832-2008

Toll Free 1-866-832-2008

Fax 519-832-2140

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