Utilities & services

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise residents that watering restrictions come into effect on June 1, 2025. The restrictions will remain in place until September 1, 2025.

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public of upcoming temporary lane restrictions. Intermittent lane restrictions will be in place on Bay Street East and Grey Street South in Thornbury beginning May 26, 2025. Work on Bay Street is expected to take 3-4 weeks, and will be followed by the work on Grey Street.

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public of ongoing temporary lane restrictions. Lane restrictions will be in place on Arthur Street West in Thornbury from May 20-30, 2025. This is to allow a contractor to complete hydro pole upgrades on behalf of EPCOR.

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The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise residents who are supplied with Municipal water that the annual flushing of fire hydrants and watermains is currently underway.

Residents may experience lower water pressure and minor water discolouration while this work is being completed. If you experience water discolouration, please let your faucets run until clarity is restored. Flushing is expected to be completed by late June or early July.

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise residents that flushing, cleaning and inspection of sanitary and storm sewers will be conducted throughout the Town beginning Monday, May 12, 2025. The sanitary sewer mains will be flushed and cleaned using high-pressure water, and inspected using a closed circuit television system. 

The Town of The Blue Mountains Fire Department wants to remind residents and visitors to be prepared and know their risks for Emergency Preparedness Week 2025. By taking a few simple steps, members of the public can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere. 

Know the Risks 

Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare. 

The Town of The Blue Mountains has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) to complete a Wastewater Master Plan. This study was conducted according to the requirements of Phases 1 and 2 of the MCEA process, which is an approved process under the Environmental Assessment Act.

On behalf of the Town of The Blue Mountains, Tatham Engineering has completed preliminary design, detailed design and tendering for the Thornbury West Reconstruction - Phase 1B.

The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to advise the public of upcoming Grey County road projects happening within the Town of The Blue Mountains.

Please Note

The Mill Street Sewage Pumping Station overflow event has concluded as of 1:44 p.m. on April 3, 2025. The Craigleith Wastewater Treatment Plant bypass event has concluded as of 2:05 p.m. on April 3, 2025.