A while ago, my son asked for candy while we were waiting to check out at a store. Without thinking, I replied, “Money doesn’t grow on trees!” He looked completely confused, and that was my cue that I had not said what I actually meant. He asked for candy, and

Thanks to 89.3 FM for having us on Open Line to talk about what is happening across Bruce and Grey as we mark Financial Literacy Month. We touched on the reality of the Living Wage in our region and why more and more families are feeling the squeeze. These conversations

Huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who donated to the Bruce Power Toy Drive! Because of your generosity, so many kids and families across our community will feel the magic, comfort, and joy that the holidays should bring. Every toy dropped off, every contribution made, every share and encouraging word—

Come and enjoy a night of hilarity you’ll never forget! You’ll roar with laughter as these television actors, writers, and Just For Laughs veterans roll through The Roxy Theatre on Friday, January 30, with proceeds going to United Way Bruce Grey Backpack Program! Headliner Dom Pare will bring the house down a

The Phone •The actual phone is a piece of equipment that you use.  •There are flip phones, also known as clamshell phones, which have a hinge so the phone can be folded in half. If you have a flip phone that used a 3G network, your phone may not work

Support Local Families Just by Snacking If you are anything like us, you appreciate a good snack. Something easy. Something tasty. Something that does its job without any nonsense. Now imagine that same snack helping families right here in Bruce and Grey. Pretty great combo. We have teamed up with

Ontario is at a critical point. Housing need is rising, homelessness is growing, federal investment is starting to move but housing starts in Ontario are falling. Decisions made now will set the course for years. The proposed legislative changes to the Residential Tenancies Act in Bill 60 move policy in

How we understand money is complex, and there are lots of ways to think and talk about it with the people around you. Money itself is a tool. In a barter system, we would trade something we have for something we need. This could look like taking a carton of

Bruce Grey, ON – As the cold weather sets in, many people in our community are struggling to stay warm, and socks remain one of the most urgently needed items. To help meet that need, United Way Bruce Grey is launching its annual Warm Sock Collection during Santa Claus Parades

Bruce and Grey Counties, ON – The Living Wage for Bruce Grey has increased by 6.7% to $24.60 per hour in 2025, up from $23.05 in 2024. The new rate reflects the continued rise in shelter and transportation costs across the region and highlights the growing gap between minimum wage