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Bruce County has created a new government relations department with a mandate to support council and staff with inter-governmental initiatives. The County said in a news release, the new department will provide secretarial support for achieving the goals of the county’s strategic plan, lead government and external relations management, lead strategic communications and issues management, […]

The Township of Huron-Kinloss is celebrating 25 years since amalgamation with a special commemorative video. “In 1999, the Township of Huron-Kinloss was formed through the amalgamation of Ripley-Huron, the Township of Kinloss, and the Village of Lucknow. This significant restructuring united our rural and village communities under one municipal government,” the Township said in a […]

Ann Arbor, Michigan –  A report released by the Great Lakes Commission (GLC) found that 35.4 billion gallons of water per day were withdrawn from the

Local not-for-profit Drop-in at the Bridge has launched multiple initiatives tackling food insecurity using an $88,200 seed grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). “Drop-in at The Bridge is empowering families with the skills and resources to build healthier, more sustainable lives, while also creating a sense of belonging and community. I am […]

The Association of Municipalities of Ontario calculated there were at least 1,400 homeless encampments in the province in 2023

No shadow, spring is on the way. South Bruce Peninsula Mayor Jay Kirkland informed the crowd in Wiarton of this year’s Wiarton Willie prediction shortly after 8 a.m. Sunday. The crowd began to gather before the 8:07 a.m. prediction, where Wiarton Willie was attended by his Shadow Cabinet, wearing their traditional tuxedoes, after fireworks started […]

Municipal groups say the growing service cost deficit has to be uploaded to the province

U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Toledo, Ohio, recently introduced a bill, with a frequent Republican ally, requiring the federal government to promote cultural and historic attractions in the Great Lakes. Read […]

Ann Arbor, Michigan – The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) today issued a request for proposals (RFP) for projects that would help improve Great Lakes water quality by reducing nutrient loads from agricultural watersheds and eroding shorelines and streams. Indigenous Nations, nonfederal units of government, and incorporated nonprofit organizations are invited to apply for grants for up to $300,000 through […]

Ann Arbor, Michigan – The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) today released its 2025 agenda for the Great Lakes. It calls for continued strategic investment in the lakes, which hold 95% of America’s fresh surface water and provide drinking water for more than 47 million people. “Restoring the Great Lakes means protecting drinking water for millions, as well as […]