Exploring The Bruce Trail
The Nottawasaga Bluffs
On The Cover — Ahoy!
On The Bay contributing photographer Jenna Kitchings captured local “seasoned athletes” in action on the waters of Georgian Bay.
The Last Lightkeeper
To reach the lantern room of Cove Island Lighthouse, lightkeeper Jack Vaughan trudged up 101 stairs just as he had done for the last 13 years.
The More Things Change
Urban-rural migration may be the latest trend, but the influx is exercising some of our oldest human traits.
Opera Untamed
International opera star Ambur Braid reflects on coming home to her role as Salome and the sanctuary of a rustic Blue Mountains cabin.
Artfully Yours
Any time my family moves, the first thing we do is hang the art.
Footing The Bill (23)
Will the More Homes Built Faster Act live up to its name and solve our housing crisis?
A Curator’s Eye
Art advisor Manny Neubacher explains the finer points of filling your home with artwork—an art in and of itself.
How to make big feel super cozy
Perfect proportioning makes this almost 8,000-square-foot home seem anything but big.
Breaking the Menopause Taboo
The major life stage is long overdue for a rebrand.
The Rise of Robot Mowers
Yes, it’s probably time to let AI take over your lawn.
When the Vet Clinic is Closed
After-hours pet crises expose the cracks in emergency veterinary care.
Edible Architecture
YF Patissier-Chocolatier crafts world-class pastries and chocolates in Creemore.
Spring Romance
Ruffled edges, tulle and lace signal a soft transition from a dreary winter into a spring worthy of a sonnet.
After the Diagnosis
“I made the appointment, and on my way out I said to the ladies at the desk, ‘See you next year, girls,’” Jayne Pritchard recalls.
She Loved the Bay
The Blue Mountains Public Library is presenting a retrospective exhibition of works by Willi Wildman, “The Life and Art Of Willi Wildman.”
Saving Big Old Trees
They have stood the test of time, endured historical storms and hidden from loggers for centuries.
To Hell and Back, Together
Forging a new friendship at Blue Mountain.
Hooked on a Feeling
Lorne McDermott is a self-taught master who paints by immersion—often literally.
The Brits on the Bay
Devotees of MGBs, Triumphs and Jaguars gather for the camaraderie of country cruises and greasy fingernails.
From Our Readers
Letters to the editor have long been recognized as a venue for ideas and opinions as part of healthy public debate.
Scene: Skiing for Pets & A Winter’s Blast
The Craigleith Ski Club played host to numerous events and fundraisers this season that brightened and warmed up a dark winter.
A Commitment to Quality
We recently had a visitor at our offices at On The Bay—a gentleman from the city who frequents our region.
Trout Season Opens
Back in the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, if you were driving the backroads of Bruce and Grey counties on the night before the fourth Saturday in April, you would be greeted by the glow of Coleman gas lanterns at almost every river or stream crossing.
On the Cover — Ambur Braid
Ambur Braid stars in the titular role of the Canadian Opera Company’s production of Salome.
Bird Watching
Exploring The Bruce Trail
Great Venues
Take a moment to consider not only what will be on stage this season, but the stages themselves.
The Reformation of the Town Dump
There’s nothing like a trip to your local waste facility to restore faith in the public sector.
Our Sex Lives, Uncovered
What the Southern Georgian Bay Sex Survey revealed about our intimacy. Wows, wins and ways to improve.
High Times
National narcotics laws that are among the world’s most progressive, new treatment opportunities for patients and another drug-fueled gold rush for investors—welcome to Canada’s psychedelic renaissance.
Some Like It Hot
Electric, wood-fired or infrared, the enduring appeal of the sauna ritual is only growing.
Hockey Night in Collingwood
Collingwood’s Junior A Blues stirs team rivalries and a community’s love of the game.
Good Grooming
Giving your pets the full salon treatment isn’t just for show. It’s worth the investment—and the wait for an appointment—to keep them warm and healthy this winter.
Cabin Fever
This modern, light-filled home soars behind a cozy log cabin.
Après-Ski Hotspots
From classic schnitzel and fondue to dry-aged steak and champagne—here are three of the finest places to raise a toast to your snow day.
More With Less
Award-winning photographer Peter Dušek launched an artistic career with a combination of nerve, luck and timing—and poetic photographs that carry a message for living.
Spirit and Sparkle
The Georgian Triangle Humane Society hosted its first annual Spirit & Sparkle cocktail fundraiser at the OslerBrook Golf and Country Club on December 2nd.
The Dream Machine
The vision and passion behind the restoration of a classic Chevrolet.
Après Chic
Slim cuts, puffy coats and a little bit retro. Classic après-ski styles for fun off the slopes!
The Keyhole Trail
Exploring The Bruce
