Monarch Magic
Fifty years ago, Canadian scientists first discovered the monarch butterfly’s overwintering site in the mountains of Mexico.
For the Love of the Restaurant Game
“Dedication, love and respect” flow through every aspect of the new Tremont Cafe.
The Little Town That Could
“Creemore” in Gaelic means “big heart.” With its welcoming, avant-garde entrepreneurs, artists and artisans, this pretty little town in a valley more than lives up to its name.
Word of Mouth
A guide to Southern Georgian Bay’s greatest sandwiches.
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Beauty, Business & Botox
The med spa boom has arrived in Southern Georgian Bay.
Locally Developed
Steve Assaff grew from a hardscrabble youth on the streets of 1960s Collingwood into the developer of some of the region’s most visionary building projects.
Colour Theory
Colour blocks and strong silhouettes make bold seasonal statements.
What’s On Stage — Spring 2025
Upcoming Performances.
Local Media is Canadian Media
Welcome to the spring issue of On The Bay magazine, a robust collection of local stories that celebrate life and people in Southern Georgian Bay.
Riot of Spring
The sodden pandemonium of the Beaver River Rat Race was once our region’s most distinctive spring tradition.
Home Sweet Home Office
Moving to the country to work brings its own set of seasonal distractions.
Scene: Celebrating Women!
International Women’s Day — Coronation Medal — Winterblast
Hazy Shade of Winter
Head to toe, from day to night, warm tones keep it modern.
Must Haves – Creature Comforts
These cozy finds will bring winter warmth to you and your loved ones, inside and out.
Scene: Starry, Starry Night
Theatre Collingwood — Kindness Gala — GTHS — Path to the Podium
Owen Sound Rising
A community of artists and makers find a portal to paradise.
The Most Bizarre Hockey Story Ever
The 1956 Juvenile Hockey Championship, which dragged on for over 40 days and 10 1/3 games, was a saga for the ages.
Doggone Dedicated
Meet the OPP’s local canine officer, Sarah Hendrick, and her hard-working wonder dogs, Janus and Finny.
Health Beyond the Hospital
Community health care services like health centres and home care are breaking down barriers to well-being and easing the burden on traditional health care.
Comfort Cuisine
Marilynne, a farm-focused restaurant named after the chef-owner’s beloved grandmother, serves up Oscar-worthy culinary nostalgia.
Empire of Caesar
Stephen Walker, the entrepreneur and marketing man behind 1858 Caesar Bar in downtown Collingwood, talks to On The Bay about his humble beginnings and his brand’s meteoric rise to franchise stardom.
The Test of Time
The Roxy Theatre’s unbroken performance history stands as a symbol of the community’s dedication to the performing arts.
Freeze Frames
Photographing Escarpment ski racing was hard on body and equipment alike—it’s a wonder we captured anything.
This was always a rough neighbourhood
Our not-so-distant past shows that we have abided worse times than these.
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Resort Expands Into Retirement Living
Living Water Resorts developer Larry Law envisions resort amenities combined with a community spirit creating a happy place for seniors.
Imagine a Tree Fort
Marty Webster and Matt Swart’s chic chalet set above a forest is built for entertaining.
The Enduring Spirit of Radio
It wouldn’t be morning in Owen Sound without the voice of Diana Meder.
What’s On Stage — Winter 2025
Upcoming Performances.
The Secret of Ontario Powder
Escarpment snow is a magical mix of Nature’s fluff and high-octane engineering.
Lessons Beyond Skiing
Collingwood’s National Ski Academy opens its classes to non-ski-racing athletes looking for alternatives to traditional high school.
Building Bucks
This past year saw an abundance of infrastructure announcements for Simcoe-Grey.
Second Tracks
Local businesses collaborate to reduce barriers to alpine sports.
How Winter Shapes Us
As the world shifts, we Canadians can draw strength and identity from our response to the toughest of seasons.
Owen Sound’s Green Refurb
River District revival unfolds in correspondence with nature.
A High-Flying Honour
Meaford airport’s new name recognizes a local war hero.
A Fine Line
Line dancing never went away, it just moved to Wasaga Beach.
Five by Heaven
How Blue’s best deal became a local institution.
Markdale’s Makeover
There’s a noticeable shift happening in Markdale. The buzz on Main Street is palpable. The town that for well over a decade was considered depressed, has become a destination.
