Summerfolk Festival Organizers Seek City Partnership and Financial Relief

The Georgian Bay Folk Society has requested a $10,000 grant and waiver of park rental fees from the City of Owen Sound, citing rising costs and the Summerfolk Festival’s significant economic impact.

Jan 23, 2025

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Image source: Summerfolk’s presentation to the City of Owen Sound Community Services Committee, January 22, 2025.

Owen Sound City Council has a new ask headed their way for 2025 budget deliberations Monday: a $10,000 grant request and additional rental fees waiver for Summerfolk.

Jaret Koop, Operations Manager at Georgian Bay Folk Society (GBFS), producer…

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