Homes in Transition
Minimalist contemporary design is taking over, both indoors and out
Running Wild
Whether in the wilds or in your back yard, our area is home to all manner of critters
Introductions
Business openings, transformations & businesses new to On The Bay
Living Images
On The Bay photographer Doug Burlock shares the stories behind some of his favourite shots.
Untamed Nature
Bruce Peninsula artist Margarethe Vanderpas transforms wind, water, rocks and trees into unique and vibrant vistas on canvas
Walk a Mile With Me
Shé:kon sewakwé:kon (greetings, everyone). I’d like to invite you to walk a mile in my shoes moccasins and see the world through my eyes.
Building on a Strong Foundation
I was just over six years into retirement – after selling my interest in one of the other local magazines
Wake-up Call
As a daily newspaper reporter back in the day, covering local council meetings was always a challenge when the subject of infrastructure came up.
Village with a Big Heart
This photo from about 1910 shows the main street in Creemore as an already bustling downtown.
Road Rage Comes to Town
Last time I picked up a prescription, the poor pharmacist put his hands to his forehead and wailed, “This used to be a quiet little town!”
A Watershed Moment
Our wetlands are getting wetter – and in some cases, downright disappearing – as we pave over paradise.
Keeping Us Fed
How local restaurants, food businesses and beverage purveyors have pivoted, survived and thrived through challenging times
Get Out!
5 fun things you can do outside safely this summer
Interior Views
Lockdowns and Zoom calls have elevated the importance of art in beautifying our walls and interior spaces
Trail Feathers
Birds you might spot on your next hike
Living Vibrantly
Owen Sound artist Kelly Maw brings colour and fun into focus
Introductions
Business openings, transformations & businesses new to On The Bay
Never Too Old
COVID sends 77-year-old back to school
A New Chapter Begins
Jeff was already thinking of retirement when I bought On The Bay in 2017.
Turning the Page
After 17 years of publishing On The Bay, it’s time for me to slay new dragons.
The Flume
This photo, taken circa 1918, shows Clara Short, Agnes Collins and Agnes’ sons Gordon and Aubrey at the flume.
It’s the End of the World … Again
Last month, as my kids gathered at the dinner table using FaceTime to celebrate my youngest daughter’s 24th birthday.
Money Making Moves
Real estate for wealth creation
Real Estate Q & A
An interview with Matthew Lidbetter, president of the Southern Georgian Bay Association of Realtors (SGBAR)
Playing The Game
Buying and selling homes in today’s crazy market
Variety, Diversity, Affordability
A dynamic development picture
Introductions
Business openings, transformations & businesses new to On The Bay
Arts & Culture Revolution
A longtime Collingwood resident and former town councillor reflects on our rich history and why now is the time for a performing arts centre
Staycation Zone
Creating an outdoor sanctuary to ride out the pandemic at home this summer
Bringing the Outside In
This contemporary Meaford home uses natural light and a balance between farm and forest views to create a sophisticated yet calming oasis.
Horse & Rider
Doug Burlock takes equestrian photography to the next level
Mercurial Moments
Collingwood artist Lisa Hannaford captures evocative Georgian Bay landscapes
Let’s Get Real
Based on the current market, we felt that Monopoly was an appropriate concept to illustrate the articles about today’s real estate game.
Who You Gonna Call?
I was just reading a piece in the New York Times about how people have been fleeing the city in droves this past year to find freedom from the pandemic.
Riding Into History
This photo from about 1887 shows members of the First Collingwood and Stayner Bicycle Club on the pier in Collingwood.
In Their Own Words
Workers at the Collingwood General & Marine Hospital open up about the fear and anxiety of being on the front line during the pandemic, revealing how courage, commitment, resilience and teamwork are keeping us safe and healthy.
Get Your Skates On
Outdoor skating is a great way to enjoy winter safely during the pandemic
Timeless Classic
A designer’s renovated Creemore farmhouse combines antique and salvaged pieces with modern elements
State of The Arts
Arts & culture organizations are pivoting in the face of COVID-19 restrictions to stay relevant … and survive
Gallery Spotlight
Local art galleries are supporting artists and keeping art in the spotlight during this difficult time. We’re pleased to feature two local galleries and a sampling of the artists they represent.
