Holidays are exciting and help us connect with our values and things that are important to us.  There is also a lot of pressure to spend money, often more money than we have available.  Before going into the last few days before Christmas (by far the most high-pressure gift-giving, money-spending

We want to share an important update with you. Kristy Andre will be leaving United Way of Bruce Grey in the new year to take on a new role that offers her a different pace and new opportunities. While we will miss her deeply, we are genuinely happy for her

For those who receive the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), your payment comes early in December. CCB payments are sent on December 12th.  I find it helpful for the CCB payment to come early instead of the usual 20th of the month. I also have to remind myself what I usually

From Grey County’s Press Release sent yesterday (December 5th, 2025) Supportive Outreach Services (SOS), a Grey County-based program providing life-saving outreach, was featured on a national stage this week at the State of Canada’s Cities Summit in Ottawa. SOS participated in the summit alongside other programs and services, all sharing

One of the coolest things I have learned about from my coworker is the 4 gift rule.  As major gift-giving holidays approach, there is a lot of pressure to spend money, usually more money than we have available to spend. My coworker told me about the approach she takes with

As November comes to a close, we want to thank everyone who read, shared, and commented on our Financial Literacy Month posts.  Financial Literacy Month is a chance for people to focus on something related to their money and resources. The campaign this year was “Talk Money”, an encouraging reminder

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