Transportation

There are many ways to get around Saugeen Shores. You can explore Saugeen Shores by car, boat, plane or through walking, hiking or cycling around our great streets, beaches and trails.

Harbour and Airport

Visit our harbour and airport to learn more about how to sail and fly around the municipality.

Specialized Transit

Persons living with disabilities can use Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit to get around the area.

Transportation Master Plan

The Town of Saugeen Shores Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is a strategic planning document designed to provide a vision and the policy framework for a multi-modal transportation system that will meet mobility needs in the Town to the year 2031 (and beyond). Building on directions articulated in Town, Bruce County and Provincial policies and strategies, the TMP establishes the strategies, initiatives, and priorities necessary to realize the municipality’s transportation vision in a sustainable manner.

The TMP is a strategic tool that will guide the development of transportation infrastructure, policies, and programs. The plan aims to maintain the high quality of life that Saugeen Shore residents currently enjoy, safeguard the environment, and facilitate continued economic growth and prosperity within the community.

The plan was prepared following the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process for Master Plans, completing requirements for Phase 1 (opportunity statement) and Phase 2 (alternatives assessment). Consistent with environmental planning principles, the study included a comprehensive public consultation and stakeholder engagement program designed to obtain feedback from Town residents, key stakeholders, and other relevant technical agencies. The program featured two rounds of community outreach, with opportunities to participate in consultation events promoted through the project website, newspaper ads, and social media.

Municipal Class Environmental Assessment of Intersection Improvements - Highway 21 and McNabb Street

The Town’s Transportation Master Plan has assessed future traffic conditions and identified intersections that may need improvements to serve anticipated growth. One of the locations forecasted to operate near or at capacity is the crossing of Railway Street (Ontario Highway 21) and McNabb Street in Southampton (study area shown below). The Town has begun to study options to address operational and safety concerns at the intersection. These may include installing traffic controls signals or constructing a roundabout. Planning for this project follows the Schedule B process in the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011, 2015, and 2023). That means public and technical agency consultations will play key roles in developing the study recommendations.  The Town plans to hold two (2) Public Information Centres (PIC) over the course of the study. Providing Feedback The Town held its first Public Information Centre on August 24, 2023.  It presented preliminary project information received public input on the key issues and constraints within the study area. This form allows for further input on the information provided on August 24, 2023.  You can submit your feedback HERE until Wednesday, September 20, 2023.  For reference, you can find the presentation HERE. The Town will collect information in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Except for personal information, all comments will become part of the public record. This study is a Major Initiative for the Development Services department, as outlined in the 2023 Business Plan approved by Council.