The COVID-19 pandemic has positioned a long road of unknowns and uncertainty before each of us. And where there is much that we cannot control – there is much that we can. Our humanity and compassion towards others is something within reach as is our understanding that we are
COVID-19 has impacted the lives of the most vulnerable in Bruce-Grey and we need your help! Please consider donating to our Pandemic Community Response Fund. This fund supports local agencies who are directly supporting those in our community whose lives and livelihood are affected by the coronavirus pandemic. 100% of
Let’s send some smiles to those who are isolated in long term facilities in our region! 🙂 We are putting a call out there to send a card or letter to those who are isolated and who are missing contact with their family and friends. It’s a great heartwarming
In response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the United Way of Bruce Grey is launching two fundraising initiatives and a full volunteer engagement program to support the community. Pandemic Food Bank Fund – this fund will support food banks as they respond to an unprecedented increase in requests for food.
In response to recent government announcements about COVID-19 and our commitment to keeping staff, volunteers, and clients healthy, we are announcing that our office is currently closed to the public. This notice will be in effect until otherwise notified. Our goal is to assist clients as best we can
Due to concerns around the Covid-19 virus, the Grey Bruce Health Unit has advised that the Owen Sound Farmer’s Market be closed tomorrow, March 14th, 2020. As a result, we regret to announce that our Pi/Pie Day cannot go on as planned. For those of you who have pre-purchased
Due to restrictions surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic, our Annual General Meeting previously planned for March has been cancelled. Our 2019 Annual Report will be available online soon. If you have any questions, please contact us at 519-376-1560.
What will be the impact of a possible pandemic on the Not-For-Profit and Charitable Sector? – Information Session Monday March 16th – 7:30 am Grey Bruce Health Unit Register here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/united-way-of-bruce-grey/events/not-for-profit-pandemic-planning There are 950,000 people in Ontario who rely on provincial social assistance programs. If people are living on a
An “Extreme Cold Warning” has been issued for our region with bitterly cold wind chills near -30 expected overnight and into Friday morning. Environment Canada warns everyone to use extreme caution around these cold temperatures. Extreme cold warnings are issued when very cold temperatures or wind chill creates an elevated
Free Tax Filing Services Can Help Grey Bruce residents with Low Income to Boost Their Income The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) is a community-based volunteer program that offers tax preparation services to citizens of Bruce and Grey Counties that meet specific income guidelines. The program is free and
