Owen Sound Cancels ‘Burn Canada’ Revival Event at Kelso Beach Amid Safety Concerns and Growing Controversy

City cancels Burn Canada's event permit over safety concerns; local chapter of Sean Feucht’s revival group has operated here since 2024.

Jul 25, 2025

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The City of Owen Sound has revoked the permit for Saturday’s scheduled “Burn Canada” worship event at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park, citing public safety concerns and input from the Owen Sound Police Service.

In a statement issued to The Owen Sound Current at 12:47 p.m. Friday, City Manager Tim Simmonds said:

“Due to evolving safety considerations and based …

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