Building the Terminals
This photo from 1929 shows the Collingwood Terminals in the early stages of construction.
When the Spirit Moves
The chief purpose of a country property is to be looked after.
We are Family
I live in the village of Creemore, and the view beyond my gnarly Crabapple isn’t much different than before this pandemic sunk its fierce claws into the world.
A Puppy Pandemic Perspective
It’s week eleven of the pandemic, and I’ve just finished another Zoom meeting with a client.
There’s no Place like Home
I took a long beach walk at low tide on the morning we decided to leave our rented Florida condo and fly home to Canada.
Life in the Time of Corona
The coronavirus put everyone’s social lives on hold, but life still went on as we all focused inwards.
A World Apart
Documenting the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic across Southern Georgian Bay, from isolation to the first signs of reopening.
Look Up!
Where eagles, hawks and vultures soar.
On The Beach
This Cape Cod-style waterfront home in Wasaga Beach is as light and airy as a summer breeze
Gallery Spotlight
Local art galleries are supporting artists and keeping art in the spotlight during this difficult time.
The Revere Remembered
This photo from 1901 shows patrons outside the Revere Hotel on the corner of Arthur and Bruce streets in Thornbury.
Trying to be More Like Dexter
True confessions from the 9th Concession
Human Spirit
The virus may have brought our community to a standstill, but our people, businesses and organizations kept spirit alive.
Do Your Best
What a time we are living through in Southern Georgian Bay! Everyone in our quite vast readership has been affected by COVID-19.
The Great Home Search
As inventories of resale homes remain low and prices continue to rise, buyers may have to look a little farther afield
Tips for Buyers & Sellers
For many of us, real estate is our biggest investment
Real Estate Q&A
An interview with the president of our local real estate board
A Developing Story
Residential developers eagerly cash in on the growing demand for housing in Southern Georgian Bay
For Art’s Sake
Local group envisions a world-class arts and entertainment centre in Collingwood
A Stage Near You
Our local performing arts venues are the perfect places to take in a show
From Church Manse to Urban Ranch
This former parsonage in Sunnidale has been transformed into a chic home with modern ranch style
Branching Out
I became interested in trees when we moved to one of Collingwood’s ‘tree streets’ last year.
The Essence of Place
Kara McIntosh uses vibrant, unexpected colours
Openings
The latest new business openings and business transformations
Staying Strong
What makes a community? Is it homes for people to live in?
Picnic on the Point
This photo, likely taken in the late 1800s or early 1900s
A Halfway Henhouse
Every time there’s a divorce in the neighbourhood, I get more chickens.
Grassroots Heroes
6 groups that make a difference in our community
Club Life
Our local ski clubs provide plenty of opportunities to socialize.
Living Large
This prefab longhouse at the base of the Escarpment is simply beautiful, with no maintenance required
Cannabis Cautions
Pot, weed, grass, Mary Jane, reefer, ganja – whatever the colloquialism we have used for it.
Medical Cannabis
The New Wonder Drug?
Waters & Skies
Lorne McDermott brings “palette of the mind” to life on canvas
Openings
The latest new business openings and business transformations.
Auld Lang Syne
With the dawning of a new year, a new decade and the publication of this, our 72nd issue, I’m feeling a bit nostalgic.
The Peaks
In 1959, one man’s desire to ski outweighed all common sense.
A One-Horse Open Sleigh
My great-uncle Bob was the first member of our family to leave the rat race and seek the simple life
A World of Opportunity
Learning from cities like Copenhagen, Oslo and Vienna
Nurturing Our Communities
We love where we live, but how can we build a Southern Georgian Bay that’s healthy, attainable and sustainable for future generations?
The Copper House
This unique copper-clad home in central Collingwood puts a modern twist on an age-old design