How do you determine if a website if fake? Fake websites can be very convincing but there are ways to spot them. Many scammers try to imitate the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to convince people to share their personal information. Signs of a fake website Fake websites often use look-alike

Big Changes to Car Insurance in Ontario 🚗💡 Today we’re talking about important changes coming soon to car insurance in Ontario. These changes start on July 1, 2026. 📅 Car insurance has a portion that will repair or replace damaged vehicles. Another part will cover medical expenses and rehabilitation if

The day-to-day expenses that everyone pays are higher than ever. Everyone is feeling the pinch, and it can be especially hard for people with low-incomes. Choices have to be made on what to pay for People on a low-income have to choose what they will spend their money on. Some

A lot of people will be visiting their families over the Easter weekend, so we have compiled some of the free events happening in the Bruce and Grey area. Now that it is starting to warm up in the area, there will be numerous municipal hiking trails that are snow-free

For a few days in March, Owen Sound faced a boil water advisory that disrupted everyday life. For many, it was an inconvenience. For others, it was a real barrier. When access to safe water becomes uncertain, even briefly, it can mean added costs, stress, and challenges especially for seniors,

Last week we talked about many types of fraud and scams. This week we are going to talk about fraud and scams that use Canadian government information. Learning the signs can help you protect yourself and those who are important to you.  The Government of Canada thankfully gives us ways

The theme of this year’s Fraud Prevention Month is “Fraud: The Hidden Crime”. Let’s be honest; it can be embarrassing when you realize you have been a victim of fraud. I have been… and I tell people about it purposefully. I want people to know that we can all fall

The community is invited to come together in remembrance and solidarity at the 6th annual We Remember Them event, taking place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the Owen Sound Farmers’ Market. Running from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM, the event is a powerful tribute to those lost to the

More information on the boil water advisory here Saturday night When Community Shows Up Sometimes the strength of a community is most visible in the moments when people simply show up for one another. Saturday night partners across Owen Sound mobilized quickly to support residents affected by the boil water

Fraud Prevention Month – Let’s Talk About It There’s something about Friday the 13th that makes people glance over their shoulder. Black cats. Broken mirrors. Suspicious ladders. 🐈‍⬛ But the real bad luck most people face today isn’t superstition. It’s fraud. And unlike horror movies, fraud doesn’t come with dramatic