Thousands of Drew Wright supporters jammed Downtown Collingwood during the dinner hour on Friday August 22nd to welcome home the Canadian Idol Top 4 member. Wright was visibly overwhelmed by the massive outpouring of support he received as he made his way to the downtown stage accompanied by the Mayor of Collingwood and members of Canada's military. "Thank you, I love you all, and I really, really mean that" Wright told the large crowd. Drew Wright then put on a free show on the downtown stage.
Jazz at The Station - Every Wednesday Night
If you haven't attended, you're missing outstanding performances by world-class musicians. Frank McNulty hopes to expand the series and would like to see the return of The Collingwood Jazz Festival.
Collingwood 's Drew Wright Performs At The Station
He has made it to the top 9 on Canadian Idol. Drew Wright thanked Collingwood for its ongoing support at a concert at The Station on Saturday July 5th. Read More
Collingwood Collegiate Welcomes Back Former Students With A Weekend Of Special Events
More than 1,000 former students found their way back to the halls of CCI over the Canada Day long holiday weekend. The 150th reunion celebrations included a performance from "The Marcado's."
Collingwood hosts Ontario Guild of Town Criers Championships
Collingwood's downtown was alive with activity throughout the long holiday weekend, including the Town Criers Championships. Collingwood Town Crier Ken Templeman hosted the out-of-town visitors.
Studio Art Tour - 2008
The 20th annual Town and Country Studio Tour visited Nottawa, Duntroon, Glen Huron, the Beaver Valley and Collingwood on June 6th, 7th and 8th.
Collingwood's Central Park Hosted The 5th Annual Finn Classic
The 5th annual Finn Classic Slo-Pitch Tournament featured a new women's division in 2008. The tournament raises money in support of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Collingwood Hosts Provincial Heritage Conservation Conference
Collingwood hosted the three day 2008 Provincial Heritage Conservation Conference from May 30th to June 1st. Keynote speakers included Donovan Rypkema, John Sewell and Dan Needles.
Downtown Street Festival Kicks Off Summer Season
Collingwood Downtown kicked off the long holiday weekend with a summer festival. Downtown streets were closed to traffic creating a huge pedestrian mall. The long weekend also marked the return of the Downtown Collingwood Farmers' Market for another season.
Mayor Carrier and Councilor Jeffery Participate In Lawn Bowling Club Opening Day
Collingwood Mayor Chris Carrier and Councilor Kathy Jeffery took part in opening day ceremonies at the Collingwood Lawn Bowling Club.
Town of Collingwood Repeals Burning Bylaw
Collingwood Council has repealed a month-old bylaw that put a stop to all open-fires within town limits. Council received many letters and telephone calls from residents, particularly waterfront residents, who were in complete disagreement with the new bylaw.
Theatre Collingwood Abandons Tremont Plans
While the Town of Collingwood investigates the future of the former Tremont Hotel as a possible heritage building, Theatre Collingwood has moved away from a plan that would have seen a new theatre built on the site.
Council Reviews Accessibility Shuttle
One year after it was introduced, Collingwood Council is reviewing the Wheelchair Accessible Shuttle Service. While ridership numbers came in below expectations, the value of the service is obvious.
Construction Of Overpass Continues Along New Hwy 26
Fairgrounds Road remains closed in both directions as construction continues on an overpass where the new Highway 26 meets the roadway.
Downtown Collingwood Spring Restaurant Walking Tour
Temperatuers in the high 20's greeted visitors to the Spring Restaurant Walking Tour throughout Historic Downtown Collingwood. Participants were treated to samples of the incredible cuisine to be found at these outstanding restaurants.
Downtown Collingwood "Art Walk" Fundraiser for Diabetes
Throughout April, take a tour along Collingwood's main street to view the work of local artists in the windows of stores and businesses. "Art Walk" is a fundraiser for to help fight Diabetes, organized by Marilyn Lawrence of Cottage Country Crafts.
Collingwood Super Cities Walk for MS
A bright sunny day greeted participants of the 2008 Collingwood Super Cities Walk for MS. The annual event is a major fundraiser to help raise awareness and much needed funding to continue research to find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.
A Collingwood Landmark Is Coming Down
The Kaufman Furniture plant used to stand tall at the western entrance to Collingwood. The town has grown a great deal to the west of the abandoned plant over recent years, and now, the building is coming down.
Provincial Funding On The Way For Road Upgrades But Not For Sewer Upgrades
While pleased with the announcement that Provincial funding is on the way for upgrades to the Poplar Sideroad, Collingwood Mayor Chris Carrier is disappointed that Provincial money won't come to help with ongoing sewer upgrades.
Collingwood Downtown Farmers' Market Will Return
The popular Farmers' Market in Downtown Collingwood will return for its 5th year at the corner of Pine and Second Streets on May 17th. The market will expand and move to Hurontario Street on the Canada Day and Civic Holiday long weekends.
Collingwood Minor Hockey Needs Ice Time
Dale West, President of Collingwood Minor Hockey, has written a letter to Collingwood Mayor Chris Carrier and members of Council asking the Town of Collingwood to give the program a much meeded boost by assigning more ice time in Collingwood, beginning with the 2008-2009 season.
2008 Heritage Conservation Conference - Collingwood
Landmarks Not Landfill is the theme of the 2008 Heritage Conservation Conference to be held in Collingwood May 30th to June 1st.
Ontario Winter Games - Collingwood
The 2008 Ontario Winter Games features four days of competition, 23 sports, 2,500 athletes and 1,000 volunteers. Athletes between the ages of 10 and 22 years of age compete in 23 indoor and outdoor sports in venues throughout the southern Georgian Bay Region.
March Break Winter Wonderland
Collingwood Ski Country received an additional 30-plus centimetres of snow to kick off the March Break. This came as terrific news for those who had planned a week of outdoor activities such as skiing and boarding. Snow for the March Break is also good news for local merchants.
Magic of Children Exhibition
The Collingwood Public Library is hosting the 2008 Magic of Children Arts Exhibition and Competition. Close to 300 children are participating in the 14th annual art competition and exhibition.
Tremont Future Rests In Engineering Study
Collingwood Council has agreed to spend up to $10,000 on an engineering study to determine whether or not the former Tremont Hotel can be saved from demolition.
Heritage Awards Presentation
Three Collingwood Heritage Buildings have been identified as recipients of 2008 Heritage Awards, presented by Mayor Carrier, Town Council and the Collingwood Heritage Committee.
World Championship Bed Races
There was street racing in Downtown Collingwood on Sunday February 24th. This racing had the blessing of Town and Police officials ... in fact the OPP entered a team!
The Great Parking Debate Is On Again
Public input is being sought by a a consulting firm hired to examine the parking situation throughout Collingwood's growing downtown business district.
Cameron Street Students receive Lieutenant Governor's Ontario Heritage Awards
A group of Collingwood Cameron Street Public School Students travelled to Queen's Park to receive the Heritage Trust Award
Collingwood Welcomes Participants Of 2008 Ontario Paralympic Winter Games
The action was fast and furious at the Collingwood Eddie Bush Arena at the Ontario Paralympic Winter Games Hockey Tournament. Events were held throughout Collingwood and surrounding area including the newly renovated Collingwood Curling Club.
Concerns Raised Over Future Of Historic Tremont Hotel Building
Collingwood Council heard a deputation from Mr. Richard Lex, representing the Collingwood Branch of Architectural Conservancy of Ontario. Mr. Lex reminded Council that the former hotel is rated ‘exceptional’ in the heritage district inventory, which is the highest rating in the district.
Collingwood Council Receives Formal Funding Request For 2008 From The Georgian Triangle Tourist Association
Collingwood Council has received a request for funding in the amount of $50,000.00 from the GTTA. In addition, the GTTA is looking to relocate, rent free, to a new Collingwood location.
Retention Pay For Fire Fighters An Issue With Collingwood's Mayor
Mayor Carrier doesn’t buy the retention pay argument whereby after working for a number of years an employee is granted a three, six or nine percent increase on the base salary. “The fire folks in the city decided that they were going to ask an arbitrator through a process to be compensated similarly to the police with retention pay in particular.
Negotiations Finalized Between Town of Collingwood and OPP For ten years, the Town of Collingwood policing has been provided by the Ontario Provincial Police. Mayor Chris Carrier thinks the arrangement has worked well. A unanimous vote at the council table confirmed
Dotting the "i's" and Crossing the "t's" of the Admiral Collingwood Place Development Collingwood Council is working to finalize the Admiral Collingwood Place Development agreement, opening the door for the developers to receive a building permit and begin construction.
Barber Glass To Be Operating By Summer 2008 Collingwood Mayor Chris Carrier says the arrival of Barber Glass will raise Collingwood's profile throughout North America and the world as the town continues efforts to attract new industry.
Collingwood & District Humane Society Breaks Ground After years of planning, there is activity at the new site of the Collingwood & District Humane Society. The regional facility will serve Collingwood, Clearview Township and Wasaga Beach.
High Winds Hit Region As Winter Returns Record breaking mild temperatures were blown away by high winds as most of Southern Ontario found itself under a wind warning. The high winds caused problems for Ontario Hydro and even caused train and flight delays in Toronto.
January Thaw Hits Collingwood More than a dozen record daytime high temperatures were set in Southern Ontario on Monday January 7th. At 10pm that same evening, the temperature in Collingwood was in the mid-teens.
General And Marine Hospital Considering Expansion Collingwood Council heard from the President and CEO of the General and Marine Hospital regarding future plans for improved service that could include the expansion of the facility.
Groundbreaking Ceremony
Admiral Collingwood Place
The shovels are in the ground as construction of the Admiral Collingwood Place retail and condominium development in Downtown Collingwood. The five storey - 87 home development will stand at the southern entrance to Collingwood's historic downtown business district.
Alcoa Wheel Plant SOLD
The Town of Collingwood received an early Christmas Present when it learned of the sale of the Alcoa Wheel Plant. Guelph based Barber Glass will operate out of the former Alcoa plant, creating much needed jobs for a town that has been hit hard by recent layoffs and plant closures.
Snow Storm Hammers Collingwood
The Big Dig was underway in Collingwood on Monday December 17th following a major winter storm that slammed into Southern Ontario. Snowsquall activity continued on Monday making for some great winter photo opportunities! -- View Photo Gallery From Downtown Collingwood
Ontario Government Boosts 2008 Ontario Winter Games Funding
The McGuinty Government continues to strengthen support of amateur sport with a $593,500 hosting grant for the 2008 Ontario Winter Games.
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Planning Continues To Host 2008 Ontario Winter Games
Canadian recording artist Jeremy Fisher will be performing at the games opening ceremonies.
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Ho Ho Ho - Santa Arrives In Downtown Collingwood
The annual Collingwood Santa Claus Parade marched past thousands of onlookers throughout Downtown Collingwood streets on Sunday December 3rd. Mother Nature provided a gift of snow to put everyone in the Christmas Spirit. The Holidays are underway and the early skiing is good ... what more could you ask for?
CollTrans Success Story
The updgrated CollTrans Bus Service has turned into an overnight success story. Collus Executive Director Ed Houghton told Collingwood Council on Monday, November 26th, that the service this year boasts 20,000 riders to date.
The Christmas Season Is Underway!
Collingwood Downtown kicked off the Holiday Season with a day filled with games and crafts for the children, wagon rides and entertainment. The day was topped off with the official lighting of the Town of Collingwood Christmas Tree at the north end of Hurontario Street.
Town Officials Return From Japan Visit
Collingwood Mayor Chris Carrier and CAO Gord Norris met with representatives of Nippon Sheet Glass representatives, owners of Pilkington in Collingwood. Carrier was pleased with the meeting and feels that the future of Pilkington in Collingwood is a bright one.
Collingwood Remembers
They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Collingwood Elvis Festival Turns A Profit
The 2007 Collingwood Elvis Festival turned a profit thanks to increased ticket sales for indoor Vegas-style shows, sponsorship sales and government grants. Collingwood Council will now consider hosting the 2008 festival, scheduled for July 24th to 27th.
Women In Business Awards
Two popular Collingwood residents received recognition at the first ever Women In Business Awards, held at the Blue Mountain Golf and Country Club in Collingwood.
New Speed Limits Will Be OPP Enforced
The Ministry of Transportation has approved the Town's reduction of speed limits along the "connecting link" portions of highway 26. This had been a topic for debate between town officials and the MTO.-- read more
Mayor Carier Defends Town Staff. Carrier says Staff acted properly in revising speed limits along Highway 26. In addition, Mayor Carrier wants an apology from two newspapers. -- read more
Father Retires - Daughter Takes Over
Popular Collingwood Pharmacist Gene Peycha has retired, and his daughter, Lesley Paul, has taken over. Mr. Peycha purchased Stuart Ellis Pharmacy in Collingwood over 30 years ago.
Collingwood Downtown BLACK HARVEST.
Witches, Ghosts and Children in Costume roam the streets of our Historic Downtown. Some people were brave enough to take a haunted tour of downtown on a guided Ghost Walk.
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Collingwood Downtown Walking Restaurant Tour.
The sold out Fall 2007 Downtown Restaurant Walking Tour provided fine food and drink and a terrific reason to stroll through the streets of our downtown on a beautiful, sunny and very warm Fall day.
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Local Musicians Nominated For "Best Blues". The popular "Erin McCallum & Roadrip" band has been nominated for 'Best Blues' at the Independent Music Awards to be held in Toronto. The band will enjoy international exposure with a new single from its new album.
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Council Hears Mixed Reaction To Proposed Apartment Complex. Collingwood Council has asked for a Staff Report on a proposal that would see the construction of a 3 storey, 36 unit apartment building on St. Paul Street. The developer has asked for an Official Plan amendment and Zoning By-Law amendment.
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Release Party - The Ski Barn "In The Beginning" was held at the Georgian Frame Gallery in Downtown Collingwood on Saturday October 6th. Collingwood artist Nick Hodson was on hand.
Doors Open Collingwood welcomed visitors to explore some of the town's historic treasures on Saturday and Sunday September 29th and 30th. Doors Open Ontario was launched in 2002, and since that time, nearly two million visits have been made to heritage sites throughout the province.
The MAGIC STUDIO held its official ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening recently in Downtown Collingwood. Studio Director Marion Lewis says she is pleased that the children of Collingwood now have their own place to display their creativity. Magic of Children in the Arts is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to expanding creative opportunities for children and youth in Collingwood.
The New RONA outlet is now open in Collingwood. RONA President and CEO Robert Dutton was on hand to take part in the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, September 26th.
The Collingwood Terry Fox Run left Collingwood's Harbourview Park at 1pm on Sunday September 16th. The annual run takes place in towns and cities from coast-to-coast and raises money for cancer research.
