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Grey County Rural Guide, 2018 EditionCompiled by Grey Ag Services | 519-986-3756 1

GREY COUNTY RURAL GUIDE

2018

Grey Agricultural

Services

COMPILED BY:

GREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SERVICES

WITH THE SUPPORT OF

GREY COUNTY SOIL AND CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION

County & Township Ag Profile - Grey County; Townships: West Grey, Southgate, Grey Highlands, Chatworth, The Blue Mountains, Meaford, Georgian Bluffs

Grey County at a Glance - 2016Percent of Percent Percent of Percent

Item Grey Province province from 2011 Item Grey Province province from 2011

Farms, 2016 Census (number) Major Field Crops, 2016 Census (acres)Total .……………………………................................…….. 2,304 49,600 4.65 2.49 Winter wheat .........................................................… 26,425 1,080,378 2.45 40.75 Under 10 acres 83 3,051 2.72 53.70 Oats for grain .....................................................……………………4,071 82,206 4.95 28.14 10 to 69 acres 528 12,625 4.18 15.79 Barley for grain................................................…………………….15,660 103,717 15.10 -0.58 70 to 129 acres 583 10,742 5.43 -7.46 Mixed grains ........................................………………. 14,700 92,837 15.83 -5.31 130 to 179 acres 261 4,592 5.68 3.98 Corn for grain .....................................………………… 33,385 2,162,004 1.54 50.78 180 to 239 acres 252 4,282 5.89 5.00 Corn for silage ...............................................…….. 14,392 295,660 4.87 22.99 240 to 399 acres 296 6,008 4.93 -8.64 Hay ........................................................………………………. 120,581 1,721,214 7.01 -12.23 400 to 559 acres 139 3,093 4.49 6.11 Soybeans ..................................................…………….. 47,590 2,783,443 1.71 51.96 560 to 759 acres 84 1,990 4.22 1.20 Potatoes ............................................................…………. 96 34,685 0.28 146.15 760 to 1,119 acres 41 1,593 2.57 -2.38 1,120 to 1,599 acres 22 801 2.75 -4.35 Major Fruit Crops, 2016 Census (acres) 1,600 to 2,239 acres 6 457 1.31 -33.33 Total fruit crops .......................................………….. 3,493 51,192 6.82 -6.25 2,240 to 2,879 acres 3 168 1.79 200.00 Apples .............................................................………………. 3,352 15,893 21.09 -5.95 2,880 to 3,519 acres 3 88 3.41 200.00 Sour Cherries……………………………………………….. 4 2,121 0.19 100.00 3,520 acres and over 3 110 2.73 0.00 Peaches ............................................................……. x 5,232 - -

Grapes ...............................................................……… 27 18,718 0.14 -18.18Land Use, 2016 Census (acres) Strawberries ................................................…………. 32 2,915 1.10 -8.57Land in crops..............................................................… 299,952 9,021,298 3.32 6.94 Raspberries……………………………………………………. 20 680 2.94 -4.76Summerfallow land..............................................................… 1,007 15,885 6.34 -13.64Tame or seeded pasture..............................................................…49,298 514,168 9.59 -23.15 Major Vegetable Crops, 2016 Census (acres)Natural land for pasture..............................................................…31,604 783,566 4.03 -18.53 Total vegetables ..............................................................… 328 135,420 0.24 1.55Christmas trees, woodland & wetland..............................................................…88,435 1,542,637 5.73 5.66 Sweet corn .............................................……………………. 49 22,910 0.21 -51.96All other land..............................................................… 25,187 470,909 5.35 12.39 Tomatoes ....................................................………… 16 15,744 0.10 -44.83Total area of farms..............................................................… 495,483 12,348,463 4.01 0.97 Green peas ............................................................………. x 16,268 - -

Green or wax beans ..............................................................… x 9,732 - -Greenhouse Area, 2016 Census (square feet)Total area in use........................................... 170,164 158,511,328 0.11 -22.31 Livestock Inventories, 2016 Census (number)

Total cattle and calves .................................................................125,933 1,623,710 7.76 13.24Farm Capital Value, 2016 Census (farms reporting) Steers ..........................................................………………. 42,236 305,514 13.82 50.86Under $200,000..............................................................… 69 2,142 3.22 0.00 Beef cows ................................................……………… 20,512 236,253 8.68 -13.50$200,000 to $499,999..............................................................… 391 7,433 5.26 -50.51 Dairy cows ........................................................... 9,282 311,960 2.98 29.28$500,000 to $999,999..............................................................… 710 12,500 5.68 -7.67 Total pigs ...............................................………………… 38,553 3,534,104 1.09 13.68$1,000,000 and over..............................................................… 1,134 27,525 4.12 82.90 Total sheep and lambs ................................... 30,763 321,495 9.57 22.17

Total Gross Farm Receipts, 2016 Census (farms reporting) Poultry Inventories, 2016 Census (number)Under $10,000..............................................................… 538 9,536 5.64 -22.59 Total hens and chickens ............................……… 1,343,497 50,759,994 2.65 13.99$10,000 to $24,999..............................................................…488 8,376 5.83 -5.06 Total turkeys ...................................………………………….69,571 3,772,146 1.84 -38.19$25,000 to $49,999..............................................................…339 6,755 5.02 7.28$50,000 to $99,999..............................................................…268 6,263 4.28 17.03$100,000 to $249,999..............................................................…295 7,022 4.20 22.92$250,000 to $499,999..............................................................…188 4,707 3.99 22.08$500,000 to $999,999..............................................................…125 3,689 3.39 92.31$1,000,000 to $1,999,999..............................................................…42 2,019 2.08 100.00$2,000,000 and over..............................................................…21 1,233 1.70 50.00

Farms by Industry Group, 2016 Census (number of farms)Beef cattle ranching and farming..............................................................…693 6,786 10.21 10.00Dairy cattle and milk production..............................................................…130 3,439 3.78 4.84Hog and pig farming..............................................................… 34 1,229 2.77 54.55Poultry and egg production..............................................................…38 1,816 2.09 -2.56Sheep and goat farming..............................................................… 96 1,097 8.75 -24.41Other animal production..............................................................…362 5,902 6.13 -7.18Oilseed and grain farming..............................................................…328 16,876 1.94 44.49Vegetable and melon farming..............................................................…50 1,856 2.69 92.31Fruit and tree nut farming..............................................................…60 1,362 4.41 -10.45Greenhouse, nursery and floriculture..............................................................…55 2,050 2.68 -3.51Other crop farming..............................................................… 458 7,187 6.37 -15.03


Frequently Used OMAFRA Numbers.......................................................................................................................... 4

Frequently Used Government Contacts...................................................................................................................... 5

Rural Organizations in Grey County............................................................................................................................ 7

Women’s Institutes................................................................................................................................................... 16

Agricultural Societies................................................................................................................................................ 16

Conservation Authorities........................................................................................................................................... 19

Horticultural Societies............................................................................................................................................... 20

Farmers’ Markets..................................................................................................................................................... 21

Municipal Contacts................................................................................................................................................... 22

Elected Officials....................................................................................................................................................... 28

Media Contacts........................................................................................................................................................ 28

DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR MEETING ROOMS?

We are very pleased to be able to offer the use of the large boardroom (capacity of ~ 35) and small meeting room (capacity of ~ 12), at the Grey County Ag Services facility at the back of the Grey Gables Building. It is available to Grey County rural organizations free of charge. Bookings can be done by contacting our office at 519-986-3756, or drop by and see us.

We look forward to hosting your meeting or seminar!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SERVICES CENTREA RESOURCE CENTRE FOR THE LOCAL AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY

STAFF: Ray Robertson – President/Executive Director; Lorie Smith – Vice President/Office Manager; Patricia Ellingwood – OFC Executive Assistant; Sue Bos – Administrative Assistant; Keith Reid – Grey Bruce ALUS Co-ordinator; Joni Reid – Grey Bruce ALUS Administrative Assistant

Grey Agricultural

Services


FREQUENTLY USED OMAFRA CONTACTS

ONTARIO MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS

Agricultural Information Contact Centre......................................................... 1-877-424-1300; TTY 1-855-696-2811 Email: [email protected]

The Agricultural Information Contact Centre (AICC) provides technical and specialized program information to the agri-food and rural sectors on a range of topics including agricultural production, farm business management, food safety, environmental management, rural economic development, and related government programs and services. The AICC provides bilingual services Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.

OMAFRA Headquarters (Guelph)................................................................... 1-888-466-2372Publication Order Centre (www.publications.serviceontario.ca) 1-800-668-9938; TTY 1-800-268-7095

OMAFRA SATELLITE LOCATIONSWalkerton - Andrew Barrie – Environmental Specialist.................................... 1-519-881-1457Owen Sound - Cheryl Brine – Agriculture & Rural Development Advisor........... 1-519-371-4717Owen Sound - John Schut – Business Development Consultant..................... 1-519-371-3134

CONNECT WITH OMAFRA@OMAFRA@FoodlandOnt@RegionalEcDevON

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POPULAR OMAFRA NEWSLETTERS• ON Organic • Crop Talk • Ontario Berry Grower• Tender Fruit Grape Vine • Orchard Network • Pork News & Views• Nutrient Management • Hort Matters • ON Vegetables• OMAFRA Virtual Beef • Vegetable Viewpoint • Crop-Pest Ontario• CEPTOR Animal Health News • OMAFRA Agricultural Business Update

All above newsletters are found at: www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/newsletters.html

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AGRICORP Website: www.agricorp.com Email: [email protected]

Crop Insurance and Market Revenue............................................................................ 1-888-247-4999

Canadian Agricultural Income Stabilization Program....................................................... 1-877-838-5144

Farm Business Registration.......................................................................................... 1-866-327-3678

Risk Management Program............................................................................................... 1-877-275-1380

Agricultural Credit Corporation, Advance Payments Program............................................... 1-519-766-0544

Canadian Farm Business Management Council.................................................................. 1-866-232-3262

Canadian Food Inspection Agency...................................................................................... 1-519-881-2431

Farm Debt Mediation........................................................................................................ 1-866-452-5556

Grey Bruce Health Unit (Owen Sound)................................................................................ 1-519-376-9420, 1-800-263-3456

Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program.............................................................................. 1-855-866-3847

Ministry of Environment Grey-Bruce (Owen Sound)............................................................. 1-519-371-2901, 1-800-265-3783

Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (Owen Sound)................................................... 1-519-376-3860

Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (Provincial Office)............................................. 1-877-296-6722

(Owen Sound).............................................................................................................. 1-519-371-9432

Ontario Poison Centre....................................................................................................... 1-800-268-9017

Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association.................................................................. 1-800-265-9751

Ontario Pesticide Education Program................................................................................. 1-800-652-8573

Service Canada (Pensions, Social Insurance, EI, Passports etc.)........................................... 1-800-622-6232 www.servicecanada.gc.ca

Service Ontario (Birth Certificates, Licenses, Ombudsmen, GAINS, etc.)................................ 1-800-267-8097 www.serviceontario.ca

Workplace Safety and Prevention Services ......................................................................... 1-877-494-9777

FREQUENTLY USED GOVERNMENT CONTACTS


Dear Agricultural Organizations, Rural Community and Municipal Leaders in Grey County:

Many of you are well aware of our services here at Grey County Agricultural Services Centre. For those of you who are not, in the year 2000, after changes in government services to the local agricultural industry, the need for a support system for agricultural organizations and the farming community became apparent. We believe that our many farm organizations are an integral part of the fabric of the rural communities throughout Grey County which forms a valued part of our rich heritage. We are a “not for profit organization”, supported by the County of Grey, and many local agricultural groups. We are not OMAFRA, but we certainly work closely with those organizations, and provide many of the services that you came to expect from an OMAFRA office.

The support from the County of Grey is truly appreciated, and is expressed by the many people who use our services on a regular basis. The Grey County Agricultural Services Centre provides a strong central focus for agriculture in Grey County and the province. We coordinate and organize local, regional and provincial events and assist with communication throughout the agriculture community by providing a network where farmers, farm organizations and agribusiness can work together. Agriculture is the largest industry in the economy of Grey County. We provide a strong central focus for agriculture in Grey County and beyond.

If our team can be of any help to your organization, or to you personally, please call or email us. If we do not have the answer, we will provide an appropriate referral.

Sincerely yours,

LorieLorie SmithVice President & Office Manager,Grey County Agricultural Services

GREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SERVICES CENTREBox 463, 206 Toronto Street South, Unit 3

Markdale, Ontario, NOC 1HO

Phone: 519-986-3756 Fax: 519-986-2643

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.greyagservices.ca

Grey Agricultural

Services


AGRI-FOOD MANAGEMENT INSTITUTEWebsite: www.takeanewapproach.ca

AGSCAPEWebsite: www.agscape.caFacebook: www.facebook.com/AgScapeONFollow us on Twitter: agscapeonEmail: [email protected]

Executive Director: Colleen Smith8560 Tremaine Road, Box 460, Milton, ON L9T 4Z1Phone: 905-878-1510Fax: 905-878-0342

AMATEUR RADIO EMERGENCY SERVICEWebsite: www.aresgrey.net

Emergency Co-ordinator: Frank GuflerPhone: 519-378-5224Email: [email protected]

Assistant E.C.: Jon SkagfeldPhone: 519-376-3584Email: [email protected]

BEAVER VALLEY BRUCE TRAIL CLUBWebsite: www.beavervalleybrucetrail.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/BeaverValleyBruceTrailClubEmail: [email protected] 3251, Meaford, ON N4L 1A5

President: Jill Smith-Brodie

Past President: Ros Rossetti

Secretary/Membership: Monica Tirion

Treasurer: Mike Arkless

BEEF FARMERS OF ONTARIOWebsites: www.ontariobeef.com; www.makeitontariobeef.ca130 Malcolm Road Guelph, ON N1K 1B1Phone: 519-824-0334 Fax: 519-824-9101Email: [email protected]

BLUE MOUNTAIN WATERSHED TRUST FOUNDATIONWebsite: www.watershedtrust.caFacebook: www.facebook.com/BMwatertrustEmail: [email protected] 605, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4E8

Acting President/Secretary: Norm WingrovePhone: 705-445-0357

Treasurer: Irina ZaydelEmail: [email protected]

BLUE WATER ANGUS CLUBPresident: Rodney RibeyPhone: 519-368-7405Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Amanda HammellPhone: 519-934-2724Email: [email protected]

RURAL ORGANIZATIONS IN GREY COUNTY


BRUCE GREY BEEF COW FINANCE CO-OPSupervisor: Bill HerronPhone: 519-934-2001 Cell: 519-378-7420 Fax: 519-934-3607Email: [email protected]

President: Thomas CunninghamPhone: 519-534-4220

BRUCE GREY WOODLANDS ASSOCIATIONWebsite: bgwa.caPhone: 519-371-8465Email: [email protected] c/o Grey Sauble Conservation Authority237897 Inglis Falls Road RR4 Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N6

President: Chris Vander Hout

BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CENTRE GREY COUNTY595 9th Avenue EastOwen Sound, ON N4K 3E3www.grey.ca

Manager: Courtney Miller Phone: 519-374-9089Email: [email protected]

Coordinator: Rajibul Islam Phone: +1 519-374-9567Email: [email protected]

CANADIAN FOOD INSPECTION AGENCYWebsite: www.inspection.gc.ca174 Stone Road West Guelph, ON N1G 4S9 Phone: 226-217-8555

CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION GREY BRUCE1024 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H7Website: www.cmhagb.orgPhone: 519-371-3642Fax: 519-371-6485

CANWEST DAIRY HERD IMPROVEMENTWebsite: www.canwestdhi.comEmail: [email protected]

Manager, District 2: Bryan QuanburyPhone: 519-803-0064Email: [email protected] Speedvale Avenue West, Suite 101, Guelph, ON N1K 1E5Phone: 519-824-2320 Fax: 519-824-2434

CHICKEN FARMERS OF ONTARIODISTRICT 1Website: www.ontariochicken.ca

Director: Adrian RehorstPhone: 519-392-8156Cell: 519-357-7077Email: [email protected]

DAIRY FARMERS OF ONTARIOWebsite: www.milk.orgEmail: [email protected]: @DairyOntario Facebook: www.facebook.com/Ontario Dairy6780 Campobello Road Mississauga, ON L5N 2L8 Phone: 905-821-8970 Fax: 905-821-3160

DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADAWebsite: www.ducks.ca

Contact: David McLachlinUnit 1, 740 Huronia Road Barrie, ON L4N 6C6Phone: 705-721-4444 (ext. 229)Email: [email protected]

EAT LOCAL GREY BRUCE CO-OPERATIVE INC.Bringing local food direct to consumers from a warehouse in Owen Sound.Website: www.eatlocalgreybruce.caEmail: [email protected] 292, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5P5

President: Greg Stewart



ECOLOGICAL FARMERS ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIOWebsite: www.efao.caEmail: [email protected] Hwy 6 North Guelph, ON N1H 6J2Phone: 519-822-8606Toll Free: 1-877-822-8606

EGG FARMERS OF ONTARIOWebsite: www.eggfarmersofontario.caFacebook: www.facebook.com/EggFarmersof Ontario7195 Millcreek Drive Mississauga, ON L5N 4H1Phone: 905-858-9790Fax: 905-858-1589

FARM CREDIT CANADAWebsite: www.fcc-fac.ca1315 Yonge Street South, Box 428, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0Phone: 519-881-1490Toll Free: 1-800-387-3232Fax: 519-881-3484Email: [email protected]

8 -1050 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H7Phone: 519-376-6338 Toll Free: 1-800-387-3232Fax: 519-376-8968 Email: [email protected]

FARM & FOOD CARE ONTARIOWebsite: www.farmfoodcare.org Email: [email protected] Agricentre100 Stone Road West, Suite 202, Guelph, ON N1G 5L3Phone: 519-837-1326

FOUR COUNTY LABOUR MARKET PLANNING BOARDWebsite: www.planningboard.caEmail: [email protected]

Executive Director: Gemma Mendez-Smith111 Jackson Street South, Suite 1,Box 1078, Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0Phone: 519-881-2725 Toll Free: 1- 888-774-1468

GEORGIAN BAY CHAROLAIS CALF ASSOCIATIONPresident: Ron HarePhone: 519-379-1009 Email: [email protected]

GEORGIAN BAY FRUIT GROWERSPresident: Liam ArdielPhone: 705-443-1193Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Gerbe BotdenPhone: 519-378-4480Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Kyle ArdielPhone: 705-441-3964Email: [email protected]

GEORGIAN CENTRAL SOIL AND CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONPresident: Steph KowalskiPhone: 705-309-3774Email: [email protected]

Communications Co-ordinator: Ray RobertsonGrey County Agricultural ServicesPhone: 519-986-3756Email: [email protected]

GRAIN FARMERS OF ONTARIOWebsite: www.gfo.caEmail: [email protected] Southgate Drive Guelph, ON N1G 4S2 Phone: 1-800-265-0550 Fax: 519-767-9713

DISTRICT 10 Director: Henry Van AnkumPhone: 519-638-3668Email: [email protected]



GREY ASSOCIATION FOR BETTER PLANNINGRR 2, Box B-13, Singhampton, ON N0C 1M0

Director: Doug DingeldeinPhone: 519-922-2033Email: [email protected]

Director: Peggy HutchisonEmail: [email protected]

GREY BRUCE AGRICULTURE & CULINARY ASSOCIATIONWebsite: www.greybruceaca.com

Co-Chairs: Anita DeJong and Jenny AmyPhone: 1-888-396-4591Email: [email protected]

Administrative Assistant: Lisa Greig

GREY-BRUCE BEEKEEPERS’ ASSOCIATIONPresident: Carmenie StemmlerPhone: 519-794-0779

Vice-President: Toby BrucePhone: 519-369-3889Email: [email protected]

GREY BRUCE CENTRE FOR AGROECOLOGY (GBCAE)Website: www.gbcae.com241063 Concession Road 3 RR 3 Allenford, ON N0H 1A0Phone: 519-935-3005Email: [email protected]

GREY BRUCE CHRISTIAN FARMERS ASSOCIATIONWebsite: www.christianfarmers.orgEmail: [email protected] Woolwich Street Guelph, ON N1H 3Y2Phone: 519-837-1620

CFFO President: Clarence NyweningEmail: [email protected]

Local President: Ian McCombiePhone: 519-364-5872Email: [email protected]

GREY BRUCE FARMERS’ WEEKWebsite: www.greyagservices.caEmail: [email protected]: @GBFarmersWeekFacebook: www.facebook.com/GBFarmersWeek206 Toronto Street South, Box 463, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0Phone: 519-986-3756 Fax: 519-986-2643

Co-ordinator: Lorie Smith

GREY-BRUCE HEALTH UNITWebsite: www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca101 17th Street East Owen Sound, ON N4K 0A5Phone: 519-376-9420 Toll free: 1-800-263-3456Email: [email protected]

GREY BRUCE LIVESTOCK CO-OPPresident: Terry MoserPhone: 519-375-7957Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Earl CameronPhone: 519-378-6498

Treasurer: Craig CameronPhone: 519-371-7961

GREY BRUCE LOCAL OF THE ONTARIO MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCERS’ ASSOCIATIONPresident: Nick BereznickPhone: 519-934-0391Email: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Jim Pennerc/o Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority1078 Bruce Road 12, Box 150, Formosa, ON N0G 1W0Phone: 519-367-3040 (ext. 233)Email: [email protected]

GREY-BRUCE PORK PRODUCERSPresident: Andy BlackPhone: 519-373-1638Email: [email protected]



GREY COUNTY 4-H ASSOCIATIONWebsite: www.4-hontario.caEmail: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Dianne BookerPhone: 519-377-3573

Coordinator Volunteer Support: Andrew McTaggartPhone: 1-877-410-6748 (ext. 487)Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SERVICESWebsite: www.greyagservices.ca206 Toronto Street South, Box 463, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0Phone: 519-986-3756Fax: 519-986-2643Email: [email protected]

Executive Director & President: Ray RobertsonVice-President & Office Manager: Lorie Smith

GREY COUNTY BEEF FARMERS ASSOCIATIONPresident: Michael PedlarPhone: 519-379-3682Email: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Richard SuchowPhone: 519-373-3335Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY DAIRY EDUCATORCharlene GoodwillPhone: 519-371-0864Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY DAIRY PRODUCERS Chair: Mark GamblePhone: 519-377-7404

Secretary: James VisserPhone: 705-444-7899Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Hauke HuesingPhone: 519-369-1956Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTWebsite: www.MadeInGrey.ca595 9th Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 3E3Phone: 519-376-2205Fax: 519-376-8998

Manager of Economic Development: Savanna MyersPhone: 519-372-0219 (ext. 1261)Email: [email protected]

Senior Economic Development Officer: Steve FurnessPhone: 519-372-0219 (ext. 1255)Email: [email protected]

Economic Development Officer, Local Food: Philly MarkowitzPhone: 519-372-0219 (ext. 6125)Email: [email protected]

Outreach Coordinator - New to Grey: Jacinda RudolphPhone: 519-372-0219 (ext. 1270)Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY FARM SAFETY ASSOCIATIONPresident: Brian GamblePhone: 519-372-6808Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Paul McQueenPhone: 705-445-3064 Fax: 705-445-3064Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Sam LemonPhone: 519-986-2776Email: [email protected]



GREY COUNTY FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURE446 10th Street Hanover, ON N4N 1P9Phone: 519-364-3050 (ext. 1)Fax: 519-506-3058Email: [email protected]

Office Administrator: Jackie Pennings

OFA Member Service Rep: Joanne HughesEmail: [email protected]

President: Michael RyanPhone: 519-377-0759Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYWebsite: www.greycountyhs.caEmail: [email protected]/o Grey Roots Museum & Archives102599 Grey Road 18 Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N6

President: Styn FurnessPhone: 519-376-9423Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Christianne GauleyPhone: 519-371-7985Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Karin NoblePhone: 519-376-3690

GREY COUNTY HOLSTEIN CLUBPresident: Alice BumsteadPhone: 519-376-8583Email: [email protected]

1st Vice-President: Rob KirkconnellPhone: 519-379-1450Email: [email protected]

2nd Vice-President: Nathan Magwood Phone: 519-364-1932Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Alice VisserPhone: 705-444-7899Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Heather ParkinPhone: 519-376-5996Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY JUNIOR FARMERSEmail: [email protected]

President: Matthew MagwoodPhone: 519-901-2564Email: [email protected]

Vice-President: Megan PriddlePhone: 519-378-6710

GREY COUNTY PLOWMEN’S ASSOCIATIONLocal Association Directors:

Bentinck Township: Robert MillerPhone: 519-363-6323

Egremont Township: Elmer EchlinPhone: 519-334-3629

Keppel-Sarawak: George OttewellPhone: 519-376-4681

North Grey: Brian GamblePhone: 519-794-2952

Normanby Township Provincial Director: Carl WeberPhone: 519- 665-2215

President: Jay LennoxPhone: 519-374-4055Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Percy MoyerPhone: 519-665-7619

GREY COUNTY RIDERSClub Show Dates: Sundays June 10, July 8, August 12, and September 9, 2018 at Markdale Fairgrounds

Contact Rep/Treasurer: Dawn GillenPhone: 519-377-0771

Secretary: Jaime BrocklehurstPhone: 519-794-4483Email: [email protected]



GREY COUNTY SOIL AND CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONPresident: Brandon GilliesPhone: 519-379-2930Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Ray RobertsonBox 463, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0Phone: 519-986-3756Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Ken MitchellPhone: 519-376-6506Email: [email protected]

GREY COUNTY TOURISM Website: www.visitgrey.ca595 9th Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 3E3Phone: 519-376-3365Toll Free: 1-877-733-4739Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Tourism Marketing and CommunicationsSpecialist: Heather Aljoe Phone: 519-376-3365 (ext. 6106)Email: [email protected]

Tourism Media and Partner Relations Specialist: Amanda Pausner Phone: 519-376-3365 (ext. 6102)Email: [email protected]

GREY-DUFFERIN COMMUNITY PASTUREPresident: Don HargravePhone: 519-375-1500Email: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Dawn FerrisPhone: 519-923-3232Email: [email protected]

GROWN IN GREY Website: www.growningrey.org

President: Don HillPhone: 519-794-4778Email: [email protected]

Chair Person: Henry ReindersPhone: 519-538-3641Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Jane DochertyPhone: 519-376-8925Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Julie DavenportPhone: 519-372-2662Email: [email protected]

HIGHPOINT FEEDER CATTLE CO-OPERATIVEAdministrator: Jenna CoePhone: 519-922-1239Email: [email protected]

President: Maurice AldcornPhone: 519-923-2525

Supervisor: Lynne Lowe Phone: 519-924-3092

KIDS HELP PHONE…is a free, anonymous and confidential phone & on-line coun-selling service for youth. Big or small concerns, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Website: www.KidsHelpPhone.caToll Free Phone: 1-800-668-6868

MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS LINE OF GREY BRUCE24 hrs/7 days a weekPhone: 1-877-470-5200



NATIONAL FARMERS UNION ONTARIO GREY COUNTY LOCAL 344 President: Gary KennyPhone: 519-799-5804Email: [email protected]

Vice-President: Leslie Moskovits

Treasurer: Dean Davidson

Secretary: Devan Penney

Directors: Brenda Hsueh, Lillian Burgess, and Rob Campbell

NIAGARA ESCARPMENT COMMISSIONWebsite: www.escarpment.orgThornbury Office99 King Street East, Box 308, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0 Phone: 519-599-3340 Fax: 519-599-6326Email: [email protected]

ONTARIO CANOLA GROWERS ASSOCIATIONWebsite: www.ontariocanolagrowers.caEmail: [email protected]

General Manager: Carrie James206 Toronto Street South, Box 106,Markdale, ON N0C 1H0Phone: 519-986-3519 Fax: 519-986-3811Email: [email protected]

President: Craig ReidEmail: [email protected]

ONTARIO DAIRY GOAT CO-OPERATIVE INCWebsite: www.ontariodairygoat.comEmail: [email protected]

Assistant General Manager: Vanessa Scott5 Industrial Road, Box 71, Teeswater, ON N0G 2S0Phone: 519-392-8926Toll Free: 1- 888-392-8926Fax: 519-392-8927

ONTARIO FARM FRESH MARKETING ASSOCIATION Website: www.ontariofarmfresh.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/OntarioFarmFreshTwitter: @offmaInstagram: OntarioFarmFresh

Executive Director: Cathy Bartolic Phone: 905-841-9278 Email: [email protected]

ONTARIO FORAGE COUNCILWebsite: www.ontarioforagecouncil.comFind us on twitter at @ForageCouncil Facebook: www.facebok.com/ONForageCouncil

Manager: Ray Robertson206 Toronto Street South, Box 463, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0Phone: 519-986-3756 Fax: 519-986-2643Email: [email protected]

Communications Assistant: Joan McKinlayPhone: 519-599-6236 Fax: 519-599-6236Email: [email protected]

Executive Assistant: Patricia EllingwoodEmail: [email protected]

ONTARIO FRUIT & VEGETABLE GROWERS’ ASSOCIATION Website: www.ofvga.org 355 Elmira Road North, Unit 105, Guelph, ON N1K 1S5 Phone: 519-763-6160 Fax: 519-763-6604Email: [email protected]

ONTARIO HAY LISTINGSFree Service for People Looking to Buy and Sell HayWebsite: www.ontariohaylistings.ca

ONTARIO HAY MARKETING FORUMReputable Sources for Hay and Hay ProductsWebsite: www.ontarioforagecouncil.com/hay-marketing-forum.html



ONTARIO PORKWebsite: www.ontariopork.on.caEmail: [email protected] Southgate Drive Guelph, ON N1G 5G6Phone: 519-767-4600Toll Free: 1-877-668-7675 Fax: 519-829-1769

ONTARIO SPCA Website: www.ontariospca.ca16586 Woodbine Avenue Stouffville, ON L4A 2W3Phone: 1-888-668-7722 Email: [email protected]

ONTARIO SHEEP FARMERS DISTRICT 2

Chair: Barb ZettlerPhone: 519-392-6549Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Roger WoodsPhone: 519-323-4848Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Robert LamontPhone: 519-323-1769Email: [email protected]

ONTARIO TRILLIUM FOUNDATIONWebsite: www.otf.ca

Program Manager/Sector Capacity Specialist:Kathleen Cleland MoyerToll Free:1-800-263-2887 Email: [email protected]

OWEN SOUND FIELD NATURALISTSWebsite: www.osfn.ca

Knowing Nature BetterSpeaker Series, and Field Trips: September–JunePlus Young Naturalists ClubBox 401, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5P7Email: [email protected]

[email protected] Visit us on Facebook

QUEEN’S BUSH RURAL MINISTRIES“Helping Farmers Survive Crisis with Dignity”Website: www.farmersincrisis.ca

Co-ordinator: Alex Leith120 First Avenue S., Box 39, Chesley, ON N0G 1L0Phone: 519-369-6774 Toll Free: 1-866-902-7828Email: [email protected]

SAUGEEN FUR AND FEATHERPresident: Bob WeirsmaPhone: 519-369-7732Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Paula WeirsmaPhone: 519-369-0049

SILVER SPUR SADDLE CLUBWebsite: www.silverspursaddleclub.caEmail: [email protected]: www.facebook.com/silverspursc

Show Dates: Sundays June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16 (weather permitting) at the Tara Fairgrounds. Shows start at 10 am.

President: Harley Hammill

TOM THOMSON TRAIL GROUPWebsite: www.tomthomsontrail.comEmail: [email protected]/o 148 Atkins Street Owen Sound, ON N4K 6V5



TRILLIUM HUNTER JUMPER ASSOCIATIONGeorgian Bay ZoneWebsite: www.thja-gbz.comFacebook: THJA Georgian Bay ZoneEmail: [email protected]

President: Helen May

Vice-President: Julie Diamond

Secretary/Treasurer: Melissa Bullock

Banquet Director: Laura Giffen

Social Media Director: Ali McNicol

TWIN COUNTY FEEDER FINANCE CO-OPOffice: Bruce Grey BookkeepingEmail: [email protected] Yonge Street, Box 320,Tara, ON N0H 2N0Phone: 519-934-2666 Fax: 519-934-3768

Chair: Murray Kerr

Vice Chair: Scott Davison

President: Marion KoepkePhone: 519-376-9849Email: [email protected]

1st Vice-President: Isabel HewitsonPhone: 519-376-9589Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Myrna CasemorePhone: 519-376-1187Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Ada HaasnootPhone: 519-477-1029, 226-702-2175Email: [email protected]

O.A.A.S. DISTRICT 10Website: www.ontariofairs.org/fairs/fairs-in-district-10

Provincial Director: Wayne PfefferPhone: 519-665-7756Secretary-Treasurer: Ruth Ann HellyerPhone: 519-986-3036Email: [email protected]

Directors:Simon DeBoer Phone: 519-934-3499Email: [email protected] Gingrich Phone: 519-901-2920Email: [email protected] Miller Phone: 519-371-6450Email: [email protected] Schlorff Phone: 519-881-2763Email: [email protected]

WOMEN’S FEDERATED INSTITUTES & AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIESIN GREY COUNTY

AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES IN GREY COUNTY

FEDERATED WOMEN’S INSTITUTES OF ONTARIO (FWIO) IN GREY COUNTY


BEAVER VALLEY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: September 7 & 8, 2018Website: www.beavervalleyfallfair.caBox 334, Clarksburg, ON N0H 1J0

President: Terry McKaguePhone: 519-599-2348Email: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Stella ZahradnikPhone: 519-599-2477Email: [email protected]

CHATSWORTH AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYCheck website for upcoming events!Website: www.chatsworthfallfair.caBox 100, Chatsworth, ON N0H 1G0

Christmas in the village and Santa Claus Parade, Dec. 14, 15 & 16, 2018

President: Jenna GamblePhone: 519-377-9155Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Cathie MustardPhone: 519-374-9829Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Anna DykemanPhone: 519-794-0023Email: [email protected]

DESBORO AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: August 31 & September 1, 2018Website: www.desborofallfair.ca

President: Don DietrichPhone: 519-363-5804Email: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Eleanor BakerPhone: 519-794-3586Email: [email protected]

DUNDALK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: September 7, 8 & 9, 2018Website: www.dundalkfair.com2018 theme is Sew it, Grow it, Show it!Friday night check out the exhibit hall, vendors, entertainment and the winners of the ambassador competition. Saturday it’s toe tapping music and dancing inside for the Dundalk Canadian Open square, step and clogging competition. Outside we have cows, goats, horses and dog shows, and a kids interactive play area. Later for the big kids is the truck and tractor pulls, topped off with fireworks. Sunday starts with a non denominational worship and a pancake breakfast. Then we have more cows and sheep and an antique car show. And of course the crowd favourites, the lawn mower races and demolition derby. Come on out to Dundalk. We have something for everyone to enjoy. Box 497, Dundalk, ON N0C 1B0Email: [email protected]

President: Mark NichollsEmail: [email protected]

Vice-President: Nicki TeeterEmail: [email protected]

2nd Vice-President: Andrew RiddellEmail: [email protected]

Secretary: Kimberley StaceyEmail: [email protected]

Treasurer: Derek WilliamsPhone: 519-923-5318

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AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIESIN GREY COUNTY

DURHAM AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: August 31-September 2, 2018Website: www.durhamfallfair.caBox 292, Durham, ON N0G 1R0 President: David C. LawrencePhone: 519-375-0733Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Carolin BanjavcicPhone: 519-378-6562Email: [email protected]

FEVERSHAM AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: September 14, 15, 16, 2018Website: www.fevershamfair.com

President: Don McNaltyPhone: 705-446-4740

Secretary: Amanda AtkinsonPhone: 705-351-8011Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Joanne BarfootPhone: 519-922-2585

HANOVER, BENTINCK & BRANT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: August 10, 11, & 12, 2018Website: www.hanoverfair.ca

President: Randy RierPhone: 519-367-2141Email: [email protected]

Secretary/Treasurer: Doreen SchultzPhone: 519-364-4443 Fax: 519-506-7156Email: [email protected]

MARKDALE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYCelebrating 160 years!Fair Dates: August 24, 25, 26, 2018Theme -”Building Tomorrow’s Heritage!!”Ambassador Competition: August 24, 2018Heavy Horse Show: August 25, 2018Light/Pleasure/Heavy Horse Pull: August 26, 2018Bicycle Draw: August 26, 2018Special events all weekend. Watch our facebook and web page for informationWebsite: www.markdalefallfair.caEmail: [email protected]

President: Craig Martin

Secretary/Treasurer: Ruth Ann HellyerPhone: 519-986-3036

MEAFORD & ST. VINCENT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: August 31, 2018 (7-9 pm) & September 1, 2018 (9-4:30 pm)Pork Chop BBQ: August 29, 2018 (5-7 pm)Jr. Ambassador Competition: August 29, 2018 (7-9 pm)Beef Dinner & Silent Auction: May 26, 2018 (5-9 pm) at the Meaford Community Centre

President: Verla Cramp-WhitePhone: 519-538-1694

Secretary: Holly FiegehenPhone: 519-794-0574Email: [email protected]


AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES & CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES IN GREY COUNTY

NEUSTADT, NORMANBY, CARRICK AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: September 14 & 15, 2018Celebrating their 148th Annual Fall Fair Theme: “Family Ties and Homemade Pies”

President: Robert Klages

Secretary: Linda LantzPhone: 519-799-5303Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Garry LantzPhone: 519-799-5303

OWEN SOUND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Dates: September 6, 7, & 8, 2018Website: www.owensoundfallfair.comEmail: [email protected] 1136, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6K6Phone: 519-371-1720

President: Darren King

Secretary/Treasurer: LeeAnne BellPhone: 519-373-9855

ROCKLYN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Date: September 22, 2018Celebrating our 151st Fall FairParade and Opening of the Fair: September 15, 2018 Email: [email protected]

President: Dave WileyPhone: 519-375-0909

Secretary: Jackie GrantPhone: 519-986-2675

SYDENHAM AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYFair Date: September 20, 2018 at the old OSCVI on 8th Street East in Owen SoundWebsite: www.sydenhamfallfair.com

President: Heather RobertsonEmail: [email protected]

Vice President: Rachel TaylorEmail: [email protected]

Secretary: Mellinda CopelandPhone: 519-372-0571Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Kristi McLeanPhone: 519-371-2816Email: [email protected]

SAUGEEN CONSERVATIONWebsite: www.svca.on.ca1078 Bruce Road 12, Box 150, Formosa, ON N0G 1W0Phone: 519-367-3040 Fax: 519-367-3041Email: [email protected]

Chair: Luke Charbonneau

Secretary/Treasurer/General Manager: Wayne Brohman

Manager of Communications: Shannon Wood

Manager of Finance: Laura Molson

GREY SAUBLE CONSERVATION Website: www.greysauble.on.caFacebook: www.facebook.com/greysauble237897 Inglis Falls Road RR 4 Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N6Phone: 519-376-3076 Fax: 519-371-0437

Chair: Cathy Little

CAO: Sonya Skinner

Finance Co-ordinator: Alison Armstrong

Programs and Communications Planners: Vicki Rowsell Email: [email protected] Gillan Email: [email protected]

CONSERVATION AUTHORITIES IN GREY COUNTY


ONTARIO HORTICULTURAL ASSOCIATIONWebsite: www.gardenontario.org

ONTARIO HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY DISTRICT 8Email: [email protected]

Director: Vicky CulbertPhone: 226-421-2295

Secretary: Elly PenningsPhone: 519-923-6983

Treasurer: Susan WatsonPhone: 519-357-4338

DURHAM & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETYPresident: Lee PapineauPhone: 519-369-9975Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Susan Papineau Phone: 519-369-9975Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Debbie PinderPhone: 519-334-3463Email: [email protected]

HANOVER & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETYPresident: Barbara FlemingPhone: 519-364-3153Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Jill MerrittPhone: 519-364-4756Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Annabelle HolleyPhone: 519-364-2208Email: [email protected]

MARKDALE & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETYPresident: Rebecca BakerPhone: 416-518-7733Email: [email protected]

Secretary: Tracey DupuisPhone: 519-278-4429Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Marna MadorPhone: 519-986-1512

NEUSTADT & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETYPresident: Carl PreussPhone: 519-799-5778Email: [email protected] Secretary: Theresa McLaughlinEmail: [email protected]

Treasurer: Linda LantzEmail: [email protected]

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETIESIN GREY COUNTY


EAT WELL FARMERS’ MARKETSaturdays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm June 2-October 27, 2018Heritage Square358 10th Street Hanover, ON N4N 1P4

Manager: Rosemary CrickPhone: 519-665-7555Email: [email protected]

FARMERS’ MARKETS ONTARIOWebsite: www.farmersmarketsontario.com54 Bayshore Road Brighton, ON K0K 1H0Toll-Free: 1-800-387-FARM (ext. 3276)Phone: 613-475-GROW (ext. 4769)Fax: 613-475-2913Email: [email protected]

FLESHERTON & DISTRICT FARMERS’ MARKETChair: Angie BeattiePhone: 226-668-8480Email: [email protected]

Market Manager: Ron BarnettPhone: 519-924-0777Email: [email protected]

KEADY LIVESTOCK & FARMERS’ MARKETOpen year round on Tuesdays from 7 am to 1 pm but peak season for vendors is May through SeptemberWebsite: www.keadylivestock.comEmail: [email protected], or [email protected] Grey Road 3 Tara, ON N0H 2N0Intersection of Grey Rd 3 and Grey Rd 16 in KeadyPhone: 519-477-0142

MEAFORD FARMERS’ MARKETFridays 3:00 - 7:00 pm, June 1 - October 5, 2018 Website: www.meafordfarmersmarket.caMarket President: Jaden CalvertPhone: 226-256-9317Email: [email protected]

OWEN SOUND FARMERS’ MARKETOpen every Saturday 8:00 am - 12:30 pmWebsite: www.owensoundfarmersmarket.caFacebook: Owen Sound Farmers’ Market

Manager: Tom Pink114 8th Street East Owen Sound, ON N4K 1K8Phone: 519-371-3433Email: [email protected]

THORNBURY FARMERS’ MARKETSundays 11:00 am - 2:00 pm at corner of King Street East and Mill StreetMay 20 - October 7, 2018Located Next to the new Town Hall in ThornburyWebsite: www.thornburymarket.comEmail: [email protected]

Market Manager: Ron BarnettPhone: 519-924-0777

Contacts: Mike Reid Phone: 519-599-5363Joseph Griffin Phone: 705-606-4653Dayna Donald Phone: 519-477-1818Sarah McNulty Comrie Phone: 705-888-4249

FARMERS’ MARKETS IN GREY COUNTY


COUNTY OF GREY Website: www.grey.caEmail: [email protected] Administration Building 595 9th Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 3E3 Phone: 1-800-567-GREY; 519-376-2205 Fax: 519-376-8998Department Directory: 519-372-0219

Warden: Stewart Halliday Email: [email protected]

Chief Administrative Officer: Kim Wingrove (ext. 1292)Fax: 519-376-8998Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext.1224)

County Clerk: (ext. 1227)Fax: 519-376-8998Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 1223)

Economic Development: Savanna MyersPhone: 519-372-0219 (ext. 1261)Email: [email protected]

Paramedic Services: Kevin McNab (ext. 1242)Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 1250)

Finance: Kevin Weppler (ext. 1318)Email: [email protected]: 519-376-7970Administrative Assistant: (ext. 1221)

Housing: Anne Marie Shaw (ext. 1305)Fax: 519-376-0445Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 1258)

Human Resources: Grant McLevy (ext. 1291)Fax: 519-376-4082Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 1213)

Information Technology: Jody MacEachern (ext. 1273)Fax: 519-376-5640 Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 1258)

Long -Term Care: Lynne Johnson (ext. 1126) Fax: 519-371-5406Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 2133)

Planning and Development: Randy Scherzer (ext. 1237)Fax: 519-376-7970Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 1232)

Social Services: Barbara Fedy (ext. 1305)Fax: 519-376-5640Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext.1306)

Tourism: Bryan Plumstead (ext. 6110)Email: [email protected] Assistant: (ext. 6108)

TOWNSHIP OF CHATSWORTHWebsite: www.chatsworth.ca316837 Hwy 6 RR 1 Chatsworth, ON N0H 1G0Phone: 519-794-3232 Fax: 519-794-4499 Email: [email protected]

CAO/Clerk: Patty Sinnamon (ext. 124)Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Valerie Manning (ext. 122)Email: [email protected]

Deputy Chief Building Official: Bill KlingenbergEmail: [email protected]

Mayor: Bob PringlePhone: 519-375-1157Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Scott MackeyPhone: 519-372-5456Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Brian Gamble Phone: 519-372-6808Shawn Greig Phone: 519-373-2042Elizabeth Thompson Phone: 519-794-2308

MUNICIPAL CONTACTS IN GREY COUNTY


TOWNSHIP OF GEORGIAN BLUFFSWebsite: www.georgianbluffs.on.ca177964 Grey Road 18 RR 3 Owen Sound, ON N4K 5N5Phone: 519-376-2729 Fax: 519-372-1620

Acting Chief Administrative Officer: Rick WintersEmail: [email protected]

Clerk: Wendi Hunter (ext. 243)Email: [email protected]

Operations Manager: Rick Winters (ext. 229)Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Kassandra Rocca (ext. 239)Email: [email protected]

Chief Building Official: Jeff Pepin (ext. 227)Email: [email protected]

Mayor: Alan Barfoot (ext. 402)Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Dwight BurleyEmail: dburley@ georgianbluffs.on.ca

Councillors:Carol Barfoot Email: [email protected] Sue Carlton Email: [email protected] Sutherland Email: [email protected] Ryan Thompson Email: [email protected] Wiley Email: [email protected]

MUNICIPALITY OF GREY HIGHLANDSWebsite: www.greyhighlands.ca206 Toronto Street South, Unit 1, Box 409,Markdale, ON N0C 1H0Phone: 519-986-2811 Fax: 519-986-3643Toll Free: 1-888-342-4059 Email: [email protected]

CAO: Rob Adams (ext. 231)Email: [email protected]

Municipal Clerk: Raylene Martell (ext. 233) Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Karen Mills (ext. 224)Email: [email protected]

Director of Community Development and Facilities: Bill KlingenbergPhone: 226-909-0668 (ext. 102)Email: [email protected]

Fire Chief: Marty WellwoodEmail: [email protected]

Mayor: Paul McQueenEmail: [email protected]: 519-375-1912

Deputy Mayor: Stewart HallidayPhone: 519-378-5398Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Aakash Desai Phone: 226-668-4534Email: [email protected] Harris Phone: 226-668-5632Email: [email protected] Cathy Little Phone: 226-668-6160Email: [email protected] Silverton Phone: 226-668-6524Email: [email protected] Mokriy Phone: 226-668-5724Email: [email protected]



TOWN OF HANOVERWebsite: www.hanover.caEmail: [email protected] Street Hanover, ON N4N 1P5Phone: 519-364-2780 Fax: 519-364-6456

CAO/Clerk: Brian Tocheri (ext. 1228)Email: [email protected]

Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer: Christine Walker (ext. 1225)Email: [email protected]

Director of Development/CBO: Don Tedford (ext. 1227)Email: [email protected]

Economic Development Manager: April Marshall (ext. 1253)Email: [email protected]

Mayor: Sue Paterson (ext. 1230)Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Selwyn J. HicksPhone: 519-364-1248Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Peter Hambly Phone: 519-364-5058Email: [email protected] Fitzsimmons Phone: 519-364-0134Email: [email protected] Hopkins Phone: 519-364-4496Email: [email protected] King Phone: 519-364-4690Email: [email protected] Pratt-Paige Phone: 519-363-3167Email: [email protected]

MUNICIPALITY OF MEAFORDWebsite: www.meaford.ca21 Trowbridge Street West Meaford, ON N4L 1A1Phone: 519-538-1060 Fax: 519-538-1556Email: [email protected]

Operations Dept.: 519-538-1060 (ext. 1515) CAO: Vacant

Clerk: Matt SmithPhone: 519-538-1060 (ext. 1115)Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: Darcy ChapmanPhone: 519-538-1060 (ext. 1111)Email: [email protected]

Economic Development Officer: Steve MurrayPhone: 519-538-1060 (ext. 1110)Email: [email protected]

Chief Building Official: Rick Carefoot Phone: 519-538-1060 (ext. 1113)Email: [email protected]

Mayor: Barb ClumpusPhone: 519-379-2551Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Harley GreenfieldPhone: 519-379-2783Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Steve Bartley Phone: 519-378-6129Tony Bell Phone: 519-378-4784Jaden Calvert Phone: 519-378-5435Shirley Keaveney Phone: 519-374-5194Mike Poetker Phone: 519-373-2098

MUNICIPAL CONTACTSIN GREY COUNTY


CITY OF OWEN SOUNDWebsite: www.owensound.ca808 2nd Avenue East Owen Sound, ON N4K 2H4Phone: 519-376-1440 Fax: 519-371-0511Email: [email protected]

City Manager: Wayne RitchiePhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1210) Email: [email protected]

City Clerk: Briana M. Bloomfield Phone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1247) Email: [email protected]

Deputy Clerk: Curtiss LawPhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1235)Email: [email protected]

Director of Corporate Services: Kate AllanPhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1238)Email: [email protected]

Manager of Community Development and Marketing: Brent FisherPhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1254)Fax: 519-376-6028Email: [email protected]

Director of Community Services: Pamela CoulterPhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1252)Email: [email protected]

Director of Public Works and Engineering: Vacant

Chief Building Official: Jon TaylorPhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1234)Email: [email protected]

Mayor: Ian BoddyPhone: 519-376-4440 (ext. 1212) Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Arlene WrightPhone: 519-376-9919Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Travis Dodd Email: [email protected] Scott Greig Email: [email protected] Marion Koepke Email: [email protected] Peter Lemon Email: [email protected] McManaman Email: [email protected] O’Leary Email: [email protected] Thomas Email: [email protected]

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTHGATEWebsite: www.southgate.ca185667 Grey Road 9 RR 1 Dundalk, ON N0C 1B0Phone: 519-923-2110 Toll Free: 1-888-560-6607 Fax: 519-923-9262 Email: [email protected]

CAO: David Milliner (ext. 223)Email: [email protected]

Clerk: Joanne Hyde (ext. 230)Email: [email protected]

Treasurer: William Gott (ext. 229)Email: [email protected]

Public Works Manager: Jim Ellis (ext. 224)Email: [email protected]

Planner: Clint Stredwick (ext. 228)Email: [email protected]

Economic Development Officer: Glenn Walker Phone: 519-377-5057Email: [email protected]

Chief Building Official: VacantPhone: 226-909-0668Email: [email protected]

Facilities Manager: Kevin GreenPhone: 519-923-3431Email: [email protected]

Fire Chief Official: Don ZeggilPhone: 519-923-2402Email: [email protected]




Library Services: CEO: Lacy RussellPhone: 519-923-3248Email: [email protected]

Canine Control Officer: Karyn FosterPhone: 519-334-4016

Mayor: Anna-Marie FosbrookePhone: 519-379-5530Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Norman JackPhone: 519-923-3204Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Christine Gordon Phone: 519-373-4207Email: [email protected] Woodbury Phone: 519-379-4940Email: [email protected] Barbara Dobreen Phone: 519-379-5554Email: [email protected] Frew Phone: 519-375-0024Email: [email protected] Pallister Phone: 519-373-6763Email: [email protected]

TOWN OF THE BLUE MOUNTAINSWebsite: www.thebluemountains.ca32 Mill Street, Box 310, Thornbury, ON N0H 2P0Phone: 519-599-3131

Chief Administrative Officer: (ext. 234)Email: [email protected]

Town Clerk: (ext. 232)Email: [email protected]

Director of Finance & IT Services: (ext. 228)Email: [email protected]

Director of Community Services: (ext. 281)Email: [email protected]

Director of Infrastructure& Public Works: (ext. 260)Email: [email protected]

Director of Planning and Development Services: (ext. 246)Email: [email protected]

Manager, Building & By-Law/CBO: (ext. 261)Email: [email protected]

Building Inspector/Plans Examiner: (ext. 241)Email: [email protected]

Fire Chief: (ext. 103)Email: [email protected]

Communications and Economic Development Coordinator: (ext. 282)Email: [email protected]

Mayor: John McKean (ext. 400)Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: Gail Ardiel (ext. 401)Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Robert Gamble Phone: 519-599-3131 (ext. 236)Email: [email protected] Halos Phone: 519-599-3131 (ext. 402)Email: [email protected] Martin Phone: 519-599-3131 (ext. 251)Email: [email protected] McGee Phone: 519-599-3131 (ext. 298)Email: [email protected] Seguin Phone: 519-599-3131 (ext. 297)Email: [email protected]



MUNICIPALITY OF WEST GREY Website: www.westgrey.com402813 Grey Road 4 RR 2 Durham, ON N0G 1R0 Phone: 519-369-2200Toll Free: 1-800-538-9647 Fax: 519-369-5962Email: [email protected]

CAO: Laura Johnston (ext. 222)Email: [email protected]

Clerk: Mark Turner (ext. 229)Email: [email protected]

Director of Finance/Treasurer: Kerri Mighton (ext. 223)Email: [email protected]

Chief Building Official: Bill Klingenberg (ext. 102)Phone: 226-909-0668Email: [email protected]

Tax Collector/ Deputy Treasurer: Becky Weltz (ext. 230)Email: [email protected]

Fire Chief: Phil SchwartzWest Grey Fire Services179 George Street West, Box 664, Durham, ON N0G 1R0Phone: 519-369-2502Email: [email protected]

Fire Prevention Officer: Kevin HilgendorfPhone: 519-369-2505Email: [email protected]

West Grey Police Chief: Rob Martin153 George Street West, Box 676, Durham, ON N0G 1R0Email: [email protected]

Durham Recreation Facilities Manager: Randy MurrayPhone: 519-369-5771Fax: 519-369-5845Email: [email protected]

Neustadt & Normanby Facilities Manager: Tom Culliton112102 Grey Road 3 Ayton, ON N0G 2M0Phone: 519-665-7850Fax: 519-665-2284Email: [email protected] Community Centre: Linda ThompsonPhone: 519-506-3574Email: [email protected]

By-Law & Property Standards Officer: Jennifer Watson Phone: 519-986-1587Email: [email protected]

Director of Public Works/Infrastructure: Brent Glasier (ext. 227)Email: [email protected]

Public Works Road Supervisor: Tim Cook (ext. 238)Email: [email protected]

Utilities Supervisor: Steve AyerhartShop Phone: 519-369-3243Email: [email protected]

Mayor: Kevin EcclesPhone: 519-369-2200 (ext. 232)Email: [email protected]

Deputy Mayor: John A. BellPhone: 519-369-6894 (Res.)Email: [email protected]

Councillors:Doug Hutchinson Phone: 519-369-3186Email: [email protected] Cutting Phone: 519-986-4635 Email: [email protected] Lawrence Phone: 519-369-3816Email: [email protected] Thompson Phone: 519-369-3052 Email: [email protected] Hergert Phone: 519-321-9235Email: [email protected]


PROVINCIALBILL WALKER, MPP FOR BRUCE-GREY-OWEN SOUNDWebsite: www.billwalkermpp.comSuite 100, 920 1st Avenue WestOwen Sound, ON N4K 4K5Phone: 519-371-2421Toll Free: 1-800-461-2664Fax: 519-371-0953Email: [email protected]

HONOURABLE JEFF LEAL MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRSWebsite: www.omafra.gov.on.ca77 Grenville Street Toronto, ON M7A 1B3Phone: 416-326-3074Toll Free: 1-888-466-2372Fax: 416-326-3083Email: [email protected]

FEDERALLARRY MILLER, MP FOR BRUCE-GREY-OWEN SOUNDWebsite: www.larrymiller.caExecutive Assistant/Office Manager: Dianne Ackert1131 2nd Avenue East, Suite 208,Owen Sound, ON N4K 2J1Phone: 519-371-1059Fax: 519-371-1752Email: [email protected]

HONOURABLE LAWRENCE MACAULEYMINISTER OF AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADAWebsite: www.agr.gc.ca1341 Baseline Road Ottawa, ON K1A 0C5Toll Free: 1-855-773-0241Fax: 613-773-1081Email: [email protected]

BETTER FARMING/BETTER PORK MAGAZINESWebsite: www.betterfarming.com52 Royal Road, Unit A, Guelph, ON N1H 1G3Phone: 519-763-9660Fax: 519-821-1624Toll Free: 888-248-4893Publisher/Editorial Director: Paul NolanNews Email: [email protected]

COUNTRY GUIDE MAGAZINEWebsite: www.agcanada.com12827 Klondyke Line Ridgetown, ON N0P 2C0 Phone: 519-674-1449Editor: Tom Button Email: [email protected]

DUNDALK HERALD260 Main Street East Dundalk, ON N0H 1B0Phone: 519-923-2203Fax: 519-923-2747Email: [email protected]

ONTARIO FARMERWebsite: www.ontariofarmer.comBox 7400, London, ON N5Y 4X3Phone: 1-877-358-7773 (ext. 540221)Fax: 519-473-2256Email: [email protected]

RURAL VOICE Box 429, Blyth, ON N0M 1H0Phone: 519-523-4311 Fax: 519-523-9140Editor: Lisa PotEmail: [email protected]: Deb SholdiceEmail: [email protected]

RADIO

ELECTED OFFICIALS & MEDIA CONTACTSIN GREY COUNTY

PRINTELECTED OFFICIALS


SPOTLIGHT WEST GREYBox 190, 10 Victoria Street North Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0Phone: 519-881-1600 Fax: 519-881-0276Editor: Jonathan ZettelEmail: [email protected]

THE ADVANCEServing Flesherton, Markdale, & Municipality of Grey Highlands260 Main Street East, Box 280, Dundalk, ON N0C 1B0Phone: 519-923-2203Fax: 519-923-2747Advertising Manager: Cathy WallsPublisher: Matthew WallsEmail: [email protected]

THE BLUE MOUNTAINS REVIEWWebsite: www.bluemountainsreview.caBox 340, Clarksburg, ON N0H 1J0Phone: 519-599-3345Email: [email protected]

THE MEAFORD INDEPENDENTWebsite: www.themeafordindependent.caTMI Publications Inc.68 Sykes Street North Meaford, ON N4L 1R2Phone: 226-662-2662Editor: Stephen VanceEmail: [email protected]: Susanne WussowEmail: [email protected]

THE POST413 18th Avenue Hanover, ON N4N 3S5Phone: 519-364-2001 Fax: 519-364-6950Editor: Jane KentEmail: [email protected]

THE SUN TIMESWebsite: www.owensoundsuntimes.com290 9th Street East, Box 200, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5P2Phone: 519-376-2250 Fax: 519-376-7190Email: [email protected]

TOP CROP MANAGER MAGAZINEWebsite: topcropmanager.com105 Donly Drive South, Box 530, Simcoe, ON N3Y 4N5Phone: 1-888-599-2228 (ext. 277)Fax: 519-429-3094 Editor: Stefanie CroleyEmail: [email protected]

WALKERTON HERALD–TIMESWebsite: www.walkerton.comBox 190, 10 Victoria Street North Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0Phone: 519-881-1600 Fax: 519-881-0276Editor: Jonathan ZettelEmail: [email protected]

WIARTON ECHOWebsite: www.wiartonecho.comBox 220, 573 Berford Street Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0Phone: 519-534-1560 Fax: 519-534-4616Media Sales Consultant: Kelsey DickinsonEmail: [email protected]

Editor: Zoe KesslerEmail: [email protected]

MEDIA CONTACTS IN GREY COUNTY


FARMS.COMwww.farms.comManaging Editor: Andrea GalPhone: 519-763-9660News Email: [email protected]

OWENSOUNDHUB.ORGwww.owensoundhub.org

THORNBURYPAPER.CAwww.thornburypaper.ca

THEMEAFORDINDEPENDENT.CAwww.themeafordindependent.ca

CTV NEWS - WINGHAMWebsite: www.london.ctvnews.ca215 Carling Terrace Wingham, ON N0G 2W0Phone: 519-357-4438 Fax: 519-357-4398Cell: 519-881-6039Wingham Reporter: Scott MillerEmail: [email protected]

EASTLINK TVWebsite: www.eastlink.ca121 Donly Drive S. Simcoe, ON N3Y 4K2Toll Free: 1-866-286-3484 Fax: 519-426-0162Eastlink Customer Service: Phone: 888-345-1111Email: [email protected]

BAYSHORE BROADCASTING 560 CFOS, Country 93, Mix 106.5Website: www.bayshorebroadcasting.ca270 9th Street East Owen Sound, ON N4K 5P5Phone: 519-376-2030Email: [email protected]

BLUEWATER RADIO 91.3 FMWebsite: www.bluewaterradio.ca267 10th Street Hanover, ON N4N 1P1Phone: 519-364-0200 Fax: 519-364-5175Studio Direct Line: 519-506-9130Email: [email protected]

C.K.N.X. The One - 101.7 Classic Rock - 94.5Websites: www.cknx.cawww.blackburnnews.com/agrimedia/ 215 Carling Terrace Wingham, ON N0G 2W0Phone: 519-357-1310 (ext. 3226)Email: [email protected]

ONLINE MEDIA RADIO

TELEVISION

MEDIA CONTACTSIN GREY COUNTY

GREY SOIL & CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATIONP.O. Box 463, Markdale, ON NOC 1H0Phone: 519-986-3756 Grey County Soil & Crop Improvement Association is pleased to support the initiative of compiling a “Rural Guide” for Grey County.

The Grey County Soil & Crop Improvement Association is a grass - roots driven organization that is an active part of the Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association. With a Mission Statement: To communicate and facilitate responsible economic management of soil, water, air and crops, Soil & Crop plays a vital role in the agricultural sector both here in Grey County and across Ontario.

The Strategic Directions for Soil & Crop are:1. Producer Education2. Development and Delivery of Stewardship Programs3. Local Association Development4. Addressing Consumer Concerns on Agricultural Environmental Issues

For more information on how you can become more involved, please contact a Soil & Crop Director or one of the executive members below.

Ray Robertson, Brandon Gillies,Secretary President519-986-3756 519-379-2930

Grey County Ag Services gratefully acknowledges the support of the Grey County Soil and Crop Improvement Association in the printing and production of the 2018 Grey County Rural Guide.

GREY SOIL & CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION

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