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LOCAL FRESH! There are many Farmer’s Markets in Southern Georgian Bay scheduled from May long weekend or first week of June to Thanksgiving. Local markets are scheduled on different week days so you can shop them all!

The Curly Willow Celebrate from home with this brunch for two! $75 per couple for a delicious feast that everyone will love.  Call 705-315-1662 to place your order Men With Knives Order delicious prepared grocery kits, frozen and fresh meals, delivered to your door every Friday! Send your loved one a Mother's Day brunch experience [...]

Real Estate has been deemed an Essential Service, but it is NOT business as usual. We recognize that there are people out there that have no choice but to buy or sell during these uncertain times. We are here to help you, but not in the traditional ways. Our Realtors® have been instructed by our [...]

Royal LePage Market Forecast: National Home Prices to Show Remarkable Resilience in 2020 Best case scenario forecast shows Canada’s aggregate home price could grow a modest 1% by the end of 2020 If the pandemic continues to heavily restrict business activity through late summer, a national home price decrease of 3% is expected by the [...]

As schools close and health officials are suggesting that we practice social distancing, children’s activities seem limited. Although children can’t participate in school and sports programs currently, there are many resources for children to have fun and also learn from home. Download your own COVID19 TIME CAPSULE Collingwood Public Library The Collingwood Public Library is [...]

Through this time of uncertainty, it is important to keep ourselves and families safe, and to support our small businesses. In this compiled list of resources, please note that things are changing by the minute and we're doing our best to keep this list up-to-date and accurate.  How You Can Support Local Business During Covid19 [...]

All of us have been asked to social distance, therefore we are not working. In this time of uncertainty, it is important to keep ourselves entertained and to keep our minds active. Many Ivy League schools are offering free courses to better your education or to take courses for self-improvement. Yale University Yale's most popular [...]

  Plan your March Break around the fantastic events and camps that Collingwood and Souther Georgian Bay has to offer! Whether your child loves active adventure, the arts, or being outdoors, there are camps for everyone to enjoy. Looking for a day with the family? Visit the Blue Mountain Village for events running everyday for [...]

Celebrate International Women's Day with the fantastic events that Collingwood and Southern Georgian Bay are hosting that embody the power and impact of women in our world. Grab your girlfriends and enjoy community socials, discussion panels, and a night out! Flag Raising Ceremony & Community Social The Town of Collingwood will host a flag raising [...]

February 24th, 2020 is National Cupcake Day ThGeorgian Triangle Humane Society is hosting events to celebrate! Visit Georgian Triangle Humane Society Thank you so much for your support! GTHS Cupcake Day Party! Sunday February 23rd, 2020 GTHS Animal Centre | 549 Tenth Line, Collingwood 12-3:30pm Cupcakes, Coffee, and Cats! Yummy treats, kitty cuddles, photobooth for [...]

Blue Mountain Village Family Day Weekend Location: Blue Mountain Village Date: Saturday, 15 February 2020​ - Monday, 17 February 2020 Gather the family for a weekend of active adventure and entertainment! Enjoy indoor and outdoor family-friendly activities, head off on a scavenger hunt, get moving with our interactive groove dancing, take in a fireworks show, and so [...]

Here's a handy agenda view of Christmas & Winter Holiday Events in Collingwood, Blue Mountain Village, Thornbury, Meaford & Wasaga Beach. Collingwood Collingwood Downtown Christmas Launch & Santa Claus Parade Downtown Collingwood is once again pleased to present Collingwood’s Annual Santa Claus Parade. The theme for this year’s event is “The Lights of Christmas”. As [...]

Honour our Veterans November 11th Collingwood Parade begins at 10:45 AM sharp at the Tremont (Simcoe St.) walking one block to the Cenotaph located at the Collingwood Museum. Everyone is invited back to the Collingwood Legion afterwards for a free community lunch (490 Ontario Street). Remember with your local Royal Canadian Legion: https://collingwoodlegion.ca/ Wasaga Beach Wasaga […]

Apple Harvest Festival Blue Mountain Village - Live Music, Family activities, sidewalk sale, and fireworks Sat. night at 8pm. John Deere Kids Zone, campfire sing-a-longs, agriculture exhibits, interactive family groove dancing, and more! Schedule of Events appleharvestfestival.ca/bluemountain Thornbury - Buskers, apple tasting, apple pie eating championship Family fun zone with live music and mobile axe [...]

Fall Colours at Ontario Parks The Ontario Parks Fall Colour Report shows you when colours are at their peak in provincial parks across Ontario. Different parks experience the changing colours at different times, so be sure to check the report before heading out. As of October 1st Craigleith - Report Date : October 1, 2018 Dominant Colour : Yellow Colour Change [...]

From Meaford to Wasaga Beach and Collingwood to The Blue Mountains there's a variety of events for everyone this Labour Day Weekend! Links: Local Beaches Farmers' Markets

Canada Day Weekend events for Wasaga Beach, Collingwood, Blue Mountain Village, Thornbury, Clarksburg & Meaford

Beyond the ski hills of South Georgian Bay are some of Ontario’s most pristine freshwater beaches. Stretching from Meaford to Wasaga Beach are numerous beaches where you can canoe, kayak, swim, stroll the shores of Georgian Bay or simply enjoy the sunshine. Listed below are the beaches and amenities at each area to make planning [...]

Mom’s will enjoy these fun events taking place in Collingwood & Blue Mountain!

Collingwood & Nottawa Downtown Collingwood Easter Egg Hunt! Sat. Apr. 20th 10am-3pm Hunt for Eggs at The Station – 10 to 11 a.m. Pick up your Easter Egg Hunt form from the Town Hall Activity Centre and count the eggs hidden in the store windows throughout downtown. There will be prizes awarded for boys and […]

  We are proud to be a  sponsor of The Magic of Children in the Arts taking place in Collingwood from April 1 – April 27, 2019 Magic of Children in the Arts showcases artwork created by more than 1,200 children from Collingwood and Clearview each year. Children are encouraged to create, exhibit and celebrate […]

Collingwood New Year's Eve Celebrations Living Waters Resort 9 Harbour St. E. Collingwood Website  Lakeside Seafood & Grill 5 Course NYE Prix Fixe Dinner followed by DJ Dance at Bear Estate Memories Restaurant New Years Eve Bash Buffet dinner & NYE Family Friendly Countdown Dance Party The Tremont 80 Simcoe St. 705-293-6000 Website Early seating [...]

Baby boomers (born between 1946-1964) are expected to impact Canada’s housing market in a big way between now and 2023. Of respondents willing to move for improved affordability, 35% would prefer to stay within one hour of their current residence, 30% would be willing to venture further out (one hour or more away), while 20% [...]

Inspired by the mountains, valleys and Georgian Bay shoreline, Southern Georgian Bay is home to a lively art community. The main “art hubs” are located in historic downtown Collingwood and picturesque Clarksburg (south of Thornbury). Art tours take place in spring and fall and the public are invited to meet local artists in their studios.