Bluewater Association for Lifelong Learning

10/03/2025

A great prelude to our upcoming series 'A Deep Dive Into The Great Lakes'. Tickets go on sale soon!

🚢 Step Aboard HMCS MARGARET BROOKE in Owen Sound on October 3, 4 & 5.

This is your chance to experience life aboard a Royal Canadian Navy ship and explore exciting career opportunities with the Navy.

🛥 Boat shuttles will take you to the ship from:
📍 East Side Boat Launch – 1900 3rd Ave E, Owen Sound, ON N4K 0H6

🧭 What to Expect:
A guided tour of HMCS Margaret Brooke
Insight into the ship’s missions
Info sessions on Navy careers (select sessions only)
Meet serving members of the Royal Canadian Navy!

📅 Who Can Attend:
Open to ages 14+ (Minors must be with a parent/guardian)
The general public and those curious about a future in the Navy.

⏱️ Important Info:
Arrive 15 minutes early for the safety briefing and gear
Wear closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
Event runs rain or shine
Parking is available at the Bayshore rear lot, except on Saturday, October 4, after 3 pm, due to an Attack game.

📝 Registration required – takes just 5 minutes! 🔗https://ow.ly/zJQ250WW0jn
📩 You’ll receive a confirmation and full details one week before your visit.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to step aboard one of Canada’s Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships!

09/30/2025

There are many curious places in Grey Bruce Simcoe. The Polish Soldier Tree in Meaford Township is one of them.

09/30/2025

🚨 CALLING ALL YOUNG HOCKEY FANS! 🚨
Get ready for the Sick Shot Road Hockey Tournament 🏒 in memory of Josh Olynyk 💙

📅 Saturday, November 15
🕡 6:30 – 9:00 PM
📍 2nd Ave, Owen Sound (Right after the Santa Claus Parade!)
👧👦 Ages 6–12 | 🧤 Teams of 4 (1 goalie + 3 players)

🎟️ FREE to play – but registration is required!
👉 Sign up here: https://ow.ly/toH050WVJiT

📲 Or scan the QR code to register now!

Let’s light up the street with some hockey magic! 🏆🔥

09/30/2025

Calling all artisans! If your work celebrates nature, water, wildlife, or fish, we want YOU at Salmon Discovery Day on October 4th. Share your creations, connect with the community, and be part of a day that celebrates the wonder of the salmon run!

Learn more and sign up at owensoundtourism.ca

09/30/2025

🚨 Women’s University Hockey in Owen Sound! 🚨

Get ready for an unforgettable matchup as the WATERLOO WARRIORS take on the University of Toronto Varsity Blues at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre! 🏒✨

📅 Saturday, November 15
🕑 2:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $12 at the Attack Box Office or online at https://tickets.attackhockey.com
(includes morning Girls Hockey Showcase games!)

Come cheer on some of the best university talent in the country and celebrate women’s hockey in our community. 💪💙💛❤️

👉 More info: https://ow.ly/gTGZ50WZqGG

09/30/2025

Join us on Tuesday, September 30 from 10–11:30 a.m. at the Gichi-Name Wiikwedong Reconciliation Garden, at Kelso Beach at Nawash Park, as we gather to recognize the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. Together, we honour the children who never came home and stand with Survivors, their families, and communities.