Update: Significant Weather Event and Closures - January 24, 2026
The following updates are provided as of 8:00 a.m., January 24, 2026.
Municipal Facilities
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The Pryde Aquatic and Wellness Centre will open its doors at 9 a.m. for the Splish Splash Thank You Bash – Grand Opening & Donor Celebration
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Port Elgin Plex will reopen at 9 a.m.
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Southampton Coliseum will reopen at 9 a.m.
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Port Elgin Centennial Pool will reopen as scheduled on Sunday, January 25 for its final day of operations
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Southampton Landfill remains closed at this time. It will reopen on Monday, January 26 at 9 a.m.
Roads
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Miramichi Bay Road from South St. to Concession 10 will reopen as of 10 a.m.
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In-town roads in Port Elgin and Southampton remain open
The Town of Saugeen Shores declared a Significant Weather Event due to winter weather, effective 12:15 p.m. on January 19, 2026, and continuing until further notice.
Declaration of a Significant Weather Event indicates that due to current or forecasted conditions, caution should be used when traveling on municipal roads and sidewalks. It also means the Town may require additional time to clear and maintain roads and sidewalks.
For updates on the status of the Significant Weather Event, or municipal roads, facilities, and programs, please check:
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Town of Saugeen Shores Facebook and Instagram
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Local media
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