This council meeting (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M--nU6Pi01c) was a comprehensive, multi-topic session that touched on local infrastructure, regional planning, fiscal accountability, social services, and institutional reform — all framed within the context of long-term growth, community resilience, and municipal autonomy. 🔹 1. Library Services & Regional Collaboration (00:00–
Through you Honourable Warden Andrea Matrosovs, First, respect where it’s due. Grey County runs tight but steady: roads are maintained, water is safe, EMS meets targets, and planning stays on track. The most heroic work is at the front line. Our housing and homelessness staff, and the teams running
The short story. In 1987, President Reagan blessed “free trade” and Prime Minister Mulroney harmonized it here. But what actually rolled out was neoliberal mercantilism: rules that let capital outrun communities—“scale or die,” finance first, land treated as an asset class. Every party since has kept the hymn. The
Dear Premiers and Prime Minister, TL;DR — The tariff war isn’t Canada’s crisis — it’s just the symptom. While premiers and Ottawa have poured millions into ad wars, tariff theatrics, and diplomatic flattery, Canada has been collapsing at home. Food insecurity, shelter stress, and land inequality have all
Through you, Honourable Warden Matrosovs, With Queen Anne’s lace now blooming along many county roads, the Emancipation Festival fresh in memory, and fall agricultural fairs approaching, this is a timely moment to share an idea taking shape in Owen Sound—one that blends biodiversity, skills-building, and civic renewal. Concept,
Through you honourable Warden Matrosovs, At the most recent County Council meeting, the need for a palliative care plan in our County long‑term care homes was noted. As custodians of our community, it matters that we care for our neighbours in every stage of life—including as they pass
Concerned by my neighbour’s end‑stage liver disease and isolation, I share a week‑long herbal plan to curb cravings, support liver repair, and renew hope. I’ve been concerned about my neighbour—who I rarely see outside and who’s begun showing all the harrowing signs of end‑
Through you honourable Warden Matrosovs, Been a while since I've managed to squeeze in an email, will try and keep it brief. Wanted to congratulate Councillor Greig for handling the climate change deniers so well, I do find that argument about resources running out quite effective. Also at
Dear fellows in Christ,This evening, as I rested, an angel came to me in a dream and told me to write about this to the churches of Owen Sound. I awoke with urgency, knowing I must send this message without delay. 1 A Gospel that Transforms, Not Excuses In
To check on viability of co-ordinating housing, local organization, and economic policies at the county level, I've been running an interview series with the County Council, and have so far interviewed the Mayor of Georgian Bluffs Sue Carleton  As well the Deputy Mayor of Owen Sound Scott Greig
Through you honourable Warden Matrosovs, Had a pleasant interview with Councillor Scott Greig last time, where he discussed his accomplishments thus far and plans for the future of Owen Sound: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYbSZ_gEVwUÂ next time will be interviewing Councillor Shirley Keaveney, excited to get the
Dear Right Honourable Prime Minister Mark Carney, Congratulations on sticking to your values through an at times intense campaign season, it was particularly impressive how when another party had a good idea, you rose above partisanship and implemented the idea for the benefit of Canadians, now lets move forward with
Through you honourable Warden Matrosovs, Councillor Carleton was generous enough with her time to give us an interview, including her lineage, accomplishments, ideas for housing, food security, education, healing and the economy within about 12 minutes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PEKiXWXy8I Coming from a long like of Mayors
Through you honourable Warden Matrosovs, Councillor Nielson and Councillor Farmer had some great questions about Strong Mayors during recent Special Meeting (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3RisWlSPy0) and the implications regarding potential future mayors as well as why would people want to be councillors in such a system. These
Local Help System of Owen Sound: Exploring a Municipal Currency to Boost Our Local Economy At the Local Help System in Owen Sound, we’re always looking for innovative ways to strengthen our community, especially as we prepare for a future shaped by the decline of cheap oil and the
Through you Honourable Warden Andrea Matrosovs, It was wonderful to see our soup kitchen O'Share being recognized for their important work in helping our community. In fact their service may be more important than some may realize, will give a historical example later in this email. Also glad
Block Leader Agreement: Living Forgiveness, Love, Kindness, and Respect Why This Agreement Matters At Local Help Owen Sound, we see block leaders as key to building a community rooted in forgiveness, love, kindness, and respect for free will. These values reflect our belief that everyone is connected as part of
Land reform sounds simple on paper: take land from the powerful, give it to the powerless, and watch prosperity bloom. But history shows it’s a tightrope walk—lean too far one way, and you crash into chaos; too far the other, and you’re stuck with stagnation. Wolf Ladejinsky,
Building a Stronger Owen Sound: How the Local Help System Can Help You Hey Owen Sound neighbors! Ever felt like city issues take forever to fix—like that pothole on your street or the flickering streetlight? What if we told you there’s a better way to get things done,
Hello Owen Sounders, As your potential next mayor, I come with love in my heart and a vision to build a stronger, closer community. I believe in lifting each other up, and that means two things: and growing tight-knit through the coming years, and giving those who want it access
Welcome to the Local Help Owen Sound blog! Our mission is to create a stronger, more self-reliant community by organizing Owen Sound into a network of blocks, villages, and neighborhoods. This structure will empower residents to make decisions at the local level and work towards a shared goal: ensuring every
This is map of Owen Sound blocks from Hewett and Milne Surveyors. A good point to start with for figuring out how to subdivide into villages and neighbourhoods.
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