A Blast from the Past
Canada is a land of committees. Years ago, there was a joke making the rounds that every country had its own distinct form of social organization.
The Wild West
West of Collingwood at the turn of the last century, Thornbury was literally being carved out of the wilderness.
The Results Are In!
Our first-ever reader survey provides valuable insights
Let’s Connect!
Audience engagement. It’s one of those marketing “buzz phrases” that seems to be everywhere these days.
Get Involved! Volunteer Listing 2014
On The Bay has compiled this list of local charitable, non-profit and service organizations that rely on volunteers.
Reader Mail – Winter 2014
Have Your Say! Feedback, comments, and suggestions to our stories.
Cozy up in the Cabin
Award-winning chef Justin Miller serves up creatively delicious local fare at Collingwood’s Cabin Bistro
Grassroots Heroes
6 people who made a difference in our communities in 2014
Passion Breeds Champions
At some point during almost every Grassroots Heroes interview, that word is bound to flow spontaneously from the mouth of the interviewee.
Redefining the Ski Chalet
This contemporary weekend home near Osler Bluff uses glass, open spaces and natural materials to bring the architect owners closer to nature
Giving Back
Thinking of volunteering in 2015, but not sure where or how to start? There are lots of opportunities right here in Southern Georgian Bay.
A Hymn to the Small Hall
In 1853, a group of elders met in the tiny community hall in our little village to discuss the growing problem of youth vandalism.
Ski Train
From 1940 to 1960, regular ‘ski trains’ ran from Toronto’s Union Station to the Craigleith Depot.
Healing the Mind
Mental health is just as important as physical health, and there are plenty of services and practitioners in Southern Georgian Bay that can help
Think Tank
Can community engagement and collaboration create a more prosperous and sustainable future for Southern Georgian Bay?
Practice Makes Perfect
Having to do it all over again meant getting it just right for these Collingwood homeowners
Kitchen Trends
Fresh ideas for the heart of the home
Coming Together
Have you ever read a new word, and then suddenly you start seeing that word everywhere?
When Birds Go Bad
I got into a fight with a rooster last week.
Band of Brothers
This photo, likely taken circa 1919, shows six brothers – the sons of Joseph and Lucy Ridgway of Collingwood.
Budget Kitchen Makeovers
8 tips to get that new kitchen look without the new kitchen pricetag Complete kitchen renovations are pricey, especially if you go for high-end materials and fixtures. But there are ways to give your kitchen a facelift...
The Art of the Matter
Fall is the perfect season to visit our local art galleries, take in a studio tour or art festival, and appreciate the work of our many talented local artists
Into the Mystic
Taking a journey through interpretive landscapes
Fall Into Home Improvement!
The calendar still says summer, but it’s already autumn at On The Bay Magazine.
Summer in the Harbour
Looking Back
Change of Course
Innovation is the name of the game as our local golf clubs compete for new members and new players
Design with a View
This unique home combines modern design with rustic elements for a thoroughly modern take on chalet style
A Runaway Phenomenon
Running is more popular than ever, and Southern Georgian Bay is on solid footing with passionate advocates and high-profile running events
The Patter of Little Feet
True confessions from the 9th Concession
Kitchen Party
Creemore Kitchen is a study in contrasts, with one common thread: delicious local food
Burger Mania
Fantastic new alternatives join the tried-and-true for grilling up the summer’s best burgers
A Better Brew
Craft breweries are springing up all across our region, making award-winning beers with unique local flavours
Hop To It!
Southern Georgian Bay is fast becoming one of the top hops growing regions in Ontario
Putting It All Together
Four times a year, things get a little crazy at On The Bay’s Collingwood office.
A Marriage Made in Cyberspace!
On The Bay Magazine and mycollingwood.ca are pleased to announce a new digital partnership.
Slow & Steady
That’s how local realtors describe the resale home market in Southern Georgian Bay as it continues to slowly edge towards a balanced market.
Catch-22
New home developers need sales to get their projects off
the ground, but potential buyers don’t want to wait
Building Dreams
Custom home building continues on a grand and elaborate scale, although a trend towards smaller, well-designed residences is taking root
Touches of Whimsy
This artistic and quirky backyard serves many practical purposes
Life After Dark
Lighting adds romance to backyard spaces and extends their use long after the sun goes down
