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The Township of Georgian Bay Council Awards Community Grants Supporting Local Initiatives

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BAY, ON – November 26, 2025 – The Township of Georgian Bay is pleased to announce the successful recipients of the 2025 Municipal Grant Program – for a total of $44,600 in community grant funding.

The following community organizations submitted their application by the November 11 deadline, with delegations to Council happening prior to Council approving the 2026.

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The Township of Georgian Bay Stands with Residents and Authorities on Firearm Safety Concerns in MacTier

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BAY, ON – August 29, 2025 – The Township of Georgian Bay continues to be deeply concerned about the recent incidents of firearms being discharged. This is occurring carelessly on Crown land, within hydro corridors near MacTier and other areas of our Township.

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Shaping the Future Together – Have Your Say on the 2026 Budget

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BAY, ON – July 23, 2025 – The Township of Georgian Bay is inviting residents to take part in shaping the future of their community through its new budget engagement initiative: Your Voice, Our Bay: Shaping the Future Together.

This initiative includes an interactive online survey and budget allocator tool designed to help residents understand how their municipal tax dollars.

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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.

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Township of Georgian Bay Launches the 2025 Photo Contest

TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BAY, ON – June 20, 2025 – Do you have a great shot of Georgian Bay? Do you want to show off your photography skills and your love for this incredible community? Now’s your chance! The 2025 Georgian Bay Photo Contest is officially open and we're calling on all residents, cottagers, and visitors to help us picture the Township of Georgian Bay through your lens.

This is more than just a contest.

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Township of Georgian Bay Strengthens Local Safety Regulations

GEORGIAN BAY, ON – June 6, 2025 – In response to growing public concern over firearm discharge on Crown lands, the Township of Georgian Bay Council is taking action to strengthen local safety regulations. Following Resolution C2024-199, passed on June 3, 2024, Township staff were directed to review and modernize the outdated Firearm Discharge By-law 91-105.

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Township of Georgian Bay Honoured Nationally for Environmental Leadership, Sustainability and Reconciliation

Township of Georgian Bay – May 28, 2025 – The Township of Georgian Bay has earned national recognition for its commitment to environmental stewardship and Indigenous Reconciliation, receiving the 2025 CAMA Environmental Leadership & Sustainability Award.

In addition, the Township of Georgian Bay has also received an Honourable Mention in the Federation of Canadian.

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Township of Georgian Bay Catches the Wave of Sustainability with New Critical Catch Installations

Georgian Bay Township, ON: This weekend three of six Critical Catch containers were installed at strategic waterfront locations: the Basin of Lock 45, Honey Harbour Church Landing, and Port Severn Park. These installations mark the first phase of a broader initiative to help protect Georgian Bay’s pristine waters from discarded fishing line and plastic waste.

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