Explore festivals, events, and art exhibits from an array of cultural and religious backgrounds throughout Bruce and Grey Counties. Visit greybrucelip.ca/educate-celebrate to discover upcoming events.
Resources for New Residents
In collaboration with the Grey Bruce Local Immigration Partnership, the Town of Saugeen Shores has developed webpages with local information and resources for newcomer residents to help them navigate their new community and settle into their home in Saugeen Shores. Let us help you get familiar with our communities and and provide some helpful information. In addition to the resources below.
You can also request a new resident package that includes information pamphlets, waste and recycling schedules, maps, our destination guide, and more!
Connection is at the heart of our community in Saugeen Shores. Joining community and cultural groups is a great way to meet new friends, network, and get involved. Below is a list of local and surrounding area cultural groups.
Southampton Heritage Society
Website: https://www.southamptonheritage.org/
Email: info@southamptonheritage.org
Promotes, protects, and advocates on behalf of the history, cultural heritage, cultural landscape, civil society of the Town of Southampton and surrounding area.
Port Elgin Islamic Centre
Phone: 519-386-8115
Email: portelginmc786@gmail.com
Jamia Imdadia is a Canadian Registers Charity Organization based out of Port Elgin.
Grey Bruce Chinese Heritage and Culture Association
Phone: 519-477-4893
Email: gbchineseheritage@teledyn.com
Sponsors a variety of educational, social and recreation activities for all ages.
Swajan Samanvay Santan Centre (Kincardine)
Phone: 519-396-9069
Website: https://sanatancentre.com/
Hindu Cultural and Spiritual Centre aimed to fostering an empowered and inclusive community.
Owen Sound Muslim Association
Phone: 519-980-3517
Website: www.osmuslim.ca
Juma, Taraweeh, Daily Prayers. Shahada, Kids Quran Classes, and more.
Our community offers great opportunities for joining different sports and leisure clubs, many of which are delivered by local community groups and organizations.
Discover local sports and leisure groups
Saugeen Shores strives to create a positive recreation experience and encourage healthy lifestyles in our community. We offer a variety of activities, including swimming, skating, cycling and recreation programs.
Learn more and register for municipal sports and recreation programs
If you need medical help, you can visit the closest hospital, make an appointment with a nurse practitioner, or visit your family doctor. The Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce (CMHA Grey Bruce) provides a variety of mental health and addiction services.
There are many health care options available in Saugeen Shores for you and your loved ones. View our health care page.
If you need help finding a family doctor, please contact Grey Bruce Settlement and Language Services or call at 519-371-9222.
There are many health care options available in Saugeen Shores for you and your loved ones. View our health care page.
If you need help finding a family doctor, please contact Grey Bruce Settlement and Language Services or call at 519-371-9222.
Things to Do in Saugeen Shores
Spending time outdoors or participating in recreation opportunities is important for your mind and body. Here’s a list of our top five activities we think you should explore!
- Visit the beaches! Saugeen Shores is home to the beautiful beaches of Lake Huron. Head to Port Elgin Main Beach or Southampton Beach for a lovely day by the water!
- Enjoy the stores and restaurants downtown! Port Elgin and Southampton have a variety of stores, cafés, boutiques, and restaurants to visit all year long!
- Learn more about the history and culture of Saugeen Shores at the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre with thrilling exhibits and activities for all ages!
- Hike or bike one of our trails! https://exploretheshores.ca/things-to-do/trails/
- Take a tour of Chantry Island! The Chantry lighthouse is filled with so much history and makes for an enjoyable day trip.
Browse our complete program and events calendar here
County Tourism Resources
Bruce County Tourism - Explore The Bruce
Saugeen Shores Tourism – Explore the Shores
For more information about available local recreational programs, please visit exploretheshores.ca.
Our Business Directory can help you find any shop or service you may need. Learn how to start a business, do business in Saugeen Shores and read our Community Profile for a clear picture of our Town's business climate, demographics and labour force.
View information on the Town's roads and snow clearing measures. There are many ways to get to and around Saugeen Shores, including using active transportation on town trails.
Below is a list of stores in or near Saugeen Shores that might help you find the ingredients you need for your favourite meals.
Grocery Store: Vanderwerf’s Independent
Phone number: 519-389-6800
Address: 1244 Goderich Street, Port Elgin
Grocery Store: Foodland Southampton
Phone number: 519-797-2552
Address: 41 Turner Street, Southampton
Grocery Store: Food Basics
Phone number: 519-389-3663
Address: 1110 Goderich Street, Port Elgin
Grocery Store: Walmart
Phone number: 519-389-6150
Address: 5122 Goderich Street, Port Elgin
Grocery Store: Giant Tiger
Phone number: 519- 832-3207
Address: 216 Goderich Street, Port Elgin
Bulk Barn
Phone number: (519) 832-6053
Address: 1199 Goderich St, Port Elgin
The Cooks Cupboard Port Elgin
Phone number: (226) 453-2225
Address: 183 Goderich St, Port Elgin
The Cooks Cupboard Southampton
Phone number: (519) 483-8000
Address: 169 High St, Southampton
Emergency Food Sources
Below is a list of emergency food sources in or near Saugeen Shores.
Food Bank: Saugeen Shores Community & Family Services – Food Bank
Phone number: 519-389-3942
Address: 614 Barnes Avenue, Port Elgin
Other Community Food Source: Port Elgin Meals on Wheels
Phone number: 519-372-2091 or 1-800-267-3798
Address: Unit G-12 Heritage Place Mall, 1350 16th Street East, Owen Sound N4K 6N7
Find reliable banking at one of our local financial institutions.
Meridian Credit Union
519-832-9011
626 Goderich St, Port Elgin
CIBC Port Elgin
519-832-9065
635 Goderich St, Port Elgin
TD Canada Trust
519-832-2035
723 Goderich St, Port Elgin
RBC
519-832-2084
556A Goderich St, Port Elgin
CIBC Southampton
519-797-3226
147 High St, Southampton
Meridian Credit Union
519-832-9011
626 Goderich St, Port Elgin
CIBC Port Elgin
519-832-9065
635 Goderich St, Port Elgin
TD Canada Trust
519-832-2035
723 Goderich St, Port Elgin
RBC
519-832-2084
556A Goderich St, Port Elgin
CIBC Southampton
519-797-3226
147 High St, Southampton
If you need assistance finding employment, below is a list of services available to you:
Saugeen Shores Adult Learning Centre
Offering English communication services for new Canadians who are unable to attend English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in large urban settings. We assess students using Canadian Language Benchmarks.
Learn more about the Saugeen Shores Adult Learning Centre
Port Elgin Library
Grey Bruce Settlement Services is here to support you in settling, integrating and calling Grey and Bruce counties your home. Offered through the Port Elgin Library, this program offers free services to eligible Newcomers and is central place to help you feel more connected to your new community through many resources and partnerships with other local service agencies.
Learn more about the services offered at the Port Elgin Library
Shoreline ESL - English Classes and Conversations
Volunteers at Shoreline Baptist Church are providing opportunities for newcomers to practice their English skills.
English Classes are held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. These classes are very structured and focus on all four areas of English language: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students work through a textbook and have homework assignments.
English Conversations are held on Thursday evenings and are more informal. The focus is on listening and speaking.
Shoreline ESL operates from September until May with a few breaks for school holidays.
For more information or to register, please visit https://www.shorelinechurch.ca/ministries/esl/
Grey Bruce Settlement and Language Services
Grey Bruce Settlement and Language Services is here to support you in settling, integrating, and calling Grey / Bruce counties your new home. This program offers free services to eligible newcomers in a central place to help you feel more connected to your new community. This is made possible through the many resources and partnerships with other local service agencies.
We can help, support, and assist clients with:
- Free eligible Language classes (LINC)
- Interpretation and translation services
- Citizenship Test Preparation classes and Application Review
- Banking
- Employment
- Applying for government documents
- Housing support
- Childcare support
- Transportation support
- Workplace Integration Assistance
Grey Bruce Settlement and Language Services is a collaboration between YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce and Welcoming Communities Grey Bruce.
Connect with us today!
Settlement Services phone number: 519-371-9222
Email: settlement@osgb.ymca.ca
Find additional free newcomer services near you
Friendly and experienced settlement professionals can help you
If you have questions about your new community of Saugeen Shores, use the contact information below to get answers to your questions.
Municipal Office Phone Number: 519-832-2008
Municipal Email: clerk@saugeenshores.ca
Municipal Website: saugeenshores.ca
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SaugeenShoresON
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E-newsletter: www.SaugeenShores.ca/Subscribe
Report a concern: Report a Concern - Saugeen Shores
Municipal Office Address and Hours
600 Tomlinson Drive
Port Elgin, ON NOH 2C0
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
211 is a helpline that can direct you to many helpful services including translation services, English as a second language courses, employment programs, and more.
Phone (multiple languages) or Text (English): 211
Email: 211info@communityconnection.ca
Website: www.newcomersbrucegrey.ca
Service Ontario can help you register for your identification and certificates, vehicle licences and health card. Contact Service Ontario at:
559 Goderich St. Unit 119
Port Elgin, ON N0H 2C4
Phone: 519-832-9102
Toll-Free: 1-800-267-8097
Contact Us
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