Nicknamed the Scenic City, Owen Sound is known for its expansive harbour, winding rivers, numerous trails, thriving historic downtown and plenty of park space.

With a population of 22,000 residents, the City of Owen Sound continues to be the urban heart of Grey County and a welcoming community to raise a family, start a business, or just enjoy an unrivalled way of life. Owen Sound is the largest urban community in Grey and Bruce counties, is the seat of the County of Grey municipal government and hosts a number of regional, provincial and federal government offices. Owen Sound also boasts a campus of Georgian College - the home of the Centre for Marine Training and Research and many sports attractions, including the OHL hockey team, the Owen Sound Attack.

Surrounded by the cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment and the blue waters of Georgian Bay, the City of Owen Sound offers a lifestyle with something for everyone, of all ages. Key natural attractions include multiple scenic waterfalls, Harrison Park, Kelso Beach at Nawash Park and several conservation areas. The Bruce Trail forms a ribbon around the city along the escarpment, connecting waterfalls and revealing a wide array of flora and fauna. Once named the Cultural Capital of Canada, the city is home to numerous festivals and events, such as the Summerfolk Music & Crafts Festival, Sweetwater Music Festival, The Sound Waterfront Festival, Salmon Spectacular fishing derby, Concours d'Elegance and the Festival of Northern Lights.

Owen Sound is where you want to live!