Mon Oct 27 – Owen Sound Area News, Views, and What's Happening This Week
Local news updates involving City of Owen Sound, Brightshores Health System, MS Chi-Cheemaun, Grey County, Community Living Owen Sound and District, and more
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In her latest Community Contribution, financial expert Lesley Etchegary-Nicholson dives into the power of Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs), one of the smartest ways to invest in your child or grandchild’s future.
From government grants to tax-sheltered growth, Lesley breaks down how small, consistent contributions today can lead to big opportunities tomorrow. Read how an RESP can become a cornerstone for your family’s financial legacy, and why starting early makes all the difference.
Column: Understanding RESPs and the Power of Government Grants
A Registered Education Savings Plan helps families save for post-secondary costs with tax-sheltered growth and government grants. Here's how.
Public Notices
Notice of Special Meeting - Official Plan Amendment No. 14: Monday, November 24, 2025 at 3:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City of Owen Sound to consider an application to amend the City of Owen Sound Official Plan
River District Board of Management Meeting Rescheduled from November 12 to November 26, 2025 - City of Owen Sound
Keep reading for local news, including news of a fatal single-crash in Meaford township, the groundbreaking for a new assisted living facility in Owen Sound, an exclusive interview with Tara artist Biance Artemida Nam, key decisions from the last Grey County Council meeting, details of the Chi-Cheemaun’s return to her winter berth in Owen Sound, and more.
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