Town of Saugeen Shores

In this episode, we dive into the evolving role of heritage preservation in Saugeen Shores' ongoing development. Our guest, Southampton Councillor Cheryl Grace, will share insights from her experience working with the Municipal Heritage Committee, discussing how heritage conservation interacts with the broader goals of community growth.

We’ll touch on the challenges of balancing historical preservation with modern needs, including affordable housing and legislative changes affecting heritage sites. This conversation will explore how the town can honor its past while embracing future development, highlighting the importance of maintaining cultural identity in a rapidly changing environment.

Join us for a thoughtful discussion on the future of heritage in Saugeen Shores and the community’s role in shaping it.

Wondering what a tree canopy plan looks like in Saugeen Shores? Join Heather and Jay as they find out more from Kristen Sears, the Town's Planning Policy Coordinator

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Learn more about one of the Town's 2023 Major Initiatives - The Welcoming Communities Action Plan.

Plus meet Amanda Monaghan, the Town's new Community Development Officer helping to support this work.

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Jay and Heather get a chance to reminisce with three Saugeen Shores Mayors; former Mayors Mark Kraemer and Mike Smith, and current Mayor Luke Charbonneau. Listeners will also get a sneak peek at plans to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the amalgamation of Saugeen Shores in 2024.

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Jay and Heather chat with Spencer Toth and Connor McKiggan from the CGLCC to learn more about the Rainbow Registered Accreditation Program.

To learn more visit: https://cglcc.ca/programs/rainbow-registered/

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Vicki Tomori from the Marine Heritage Society stops by to chat with Jay and Heather about the Chantry Island Tours, The Artisan Market, and the Marine Heritage Festival.

Learn more by visiting: https://chantryisland.com/

Photo provided by the Marine Heritage Society.

Photo Credit: George Plant

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Jay and Heather learn more about Bike Month in Saugeen Shores with guests: Lisa Billing, Recreation Manager for Saugeen Shores, Port Elgin Super 8’s General Manager Jenn Cortan, and Constable Stacey Gordon from the Saugeen Shores Police Service.

Additional information:

All Things Cycling in Saugeen Shores – www.saugeenshores.ca/cycling

Free Bicycle Friendly Business Certification program - www.ontariobybike.ca

Interactive Cycling and Trails Map – www.saugeenshores.ca/cyclingmap

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Jay flips the script and interviews Heather Hyde and Jamie McCarthy on the Innovation Park project happening now in Saugeen Shores.

For more information visit: SaugeenShores.ca/InnovationPark

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Mayor Luke Charbonneau and CAO Kara Van Myall join Jay and Heather to talk about the Town of Saugeen Shores's 2023 Business Plan and Budget, including insights and highlights from the plan.

Read the full plan here:

https://www.saugeenshores.ca/en/invest-and-plan/resources/Documents/Saugeen-Shores-2023-Business-Plan-FINAL-March-2023.pdf

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Jay and Heather learn more about the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser taking place for the first time in Saugeen Shores on February 25th, hosted by United Way Bruce Grey.

To learn more or set up a team visit: https://cnoy.org/location/saugeenshores

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