OBD Development Inc Temporary Use for Rock Crushing

Georgian Bay, Ontario – The Township of Georgian Bay wishes to provide a historic timeline regarding Oak Bay Development (“OBD”).

In 2022, OBD Developments applied for a zoning by-law amendment (Z22-12); an initial public meeting was held on February 14, 2023. The Township retained experts in the areas of dust, noise and natural environment impacts to conduct peer reviews of the application and its support studies. At that time, Planning Council deferred a decision on the application until the...

Fill A Backpack Campaign Brightens the Township of Georgian Bay

Fill A Backpack Campaign is A Success.

Township of Georgian Bay, Ontario – The Township of Georgian Bay is honoured to announce the success of the first Fill A Backpack Campaign. Staff and the Baxter Ward Lions, and community members have come together to support local students in need. This heartwarming initiative was organized by the Township in collaboration with local businesses, organizations, and volunteers. This project has made a resounding impact on the lives of young learners.

The...

Bill Lendvay receives Canadian Red Cross Rescuer Award

Bill Lendvay, given the Canadian Red Cross Rescuer Award  

Port Severn, Township of Georgian Bay, Ontario – Mayor Koetsier and Fire Chief Tony Van Dam awarded Bill Lendvay the Canadian Red Cross Rescuer Award on Monday, November 21, 2022.

Mr. Bill Lendvay was given this award for his quick action, saving the life of a child.

On August 23, 2022, Lendvay responded to a woman screaming at Stuart Lake. He jumped into action running to where the woman and the child were on the beach. A primary assessment...

Pickleball in Honey Harbour

Pickleball Courts in Honey Harbour

 

Port Severn, Township of Georgian Bay, Ontario – Residents of Honey Harbour have identified an interest in having six (6) pickleball courts constructed at Honey Harbour Park with an estimated cost of $300,000.

Township residents have committed to fund a minimum of 50% of the project and have deposited $100,000 with the Township in trust to date.

Lead fundraisers Rob and Michelle Krizmanich, presented to Council on March 14, 2022 the concept of installing 6 Pickleball...

3rd Annual Fill A Backpack Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Supporting Local Students One Backpack at a Time

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BAY, ON – July 22, 2025 – The Township of Georgian Bay is once again proud to launch its Fill a Backpack Campaign, starting Wednesday, July 23 and running through Friday, August 22, 2025.

Now in its third year, the campaign has become a vital initiative to support families in our community. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of residents, we’ve successfully provided over 200 backpacks and raised more than...