The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has announced that they will be implementing the process that will enable customers to opt out of Time-Of-Use (TOU) pricing if they choose. The government stated back in June that it intends to introduce customer choice for consumers on the Regulated Price Plan (RPP) who
New items have been added to the All In Ontario Challenge Online Auction. All proceeds will support the United Way of Bruce Grey, United Way Huron-Perth and other local charities and will help provide poverty relief and the advancement of education in our region. Find out more and bid today
Going to college or university this fall? Attending post-secondary school can be a daunting experience when it comes to balancing expenses associated with school and living away from home. Add in a global pandemic and heading back to school can be even more stressful. The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada
As our Backpack Program begins to wind down for the summer, we are so thankful for so many people and organizations who came together to help make a difference in the lives of local children. We wish to thank all of our AMAZING donors and volunteers whose support is the
The effects of the Covid-19 pandemic continue to affect vulnerable individuals and families across Bruce and Grey Counties. We are committed to helping those who are struggling with poverty throughout the pandemic and always. If you would like to make a difference to someone in need, we would greatly appreciate
Has debt got you down? If so, you’re not alone. Right now in Canada, the debt crisis is skyrocketing with Canadians owing nearly $2 trillion! Debt can cause a huge amount of stress that ultimately can affect one’s physical and mental health, relationships with family and friends, job performance and
When you donate to the United Way of Bruce Grey, you are making a difference to the lives of local individuals and families whose lives have been affected by poverty. Your financial gift will provide a backpack for a child in need and warm winter clothing to children whose families
Have you registered for backpacks through our Backpack Program? If so, you will receive a call letting you know that your backpacks have arrived at the pick-up depot. As of today, only Kincardine and Tara will be open tomorrow for pick-ups. The rest of the locations will be ready later
Stuff The Bus is happening right now at Staples Owen Sound! Be sure to stop by and say hello. We will be on site collecting school supplies and monetary donations for our Backpack Program. We will be here for the same hours as Staples which is 9 am – 9
We are very pleased to announce the return of our Financial Literacy Program and the hiring of Caroline Araujo Abbots as the Program Coordinator. The program is free and offers a variety of services including basic budgeting, income advice, referrals to programs that decrease living costs, some credit counselling and
