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Five Owen Sound Events Win Ontario Festival Awards

Five Owen Sound Events Win Ontario Festival Awards

Five Owen Sound Events Win Ontario Festival Awards

Image from City of Owen Sound’s musicatthemarket.ca

The City of Owen Sound has been recognized with five Festival & Events Ontario Awards.

A release from the City says they were presented at a virtual conference held this past March.

The Awards program recognized 2021’s exceptional events, municipalities, suppliers, volunteers and sponsors for their dedication and innovation.

Music at the Market, TD Harbour Nights, Canada Day, Snowen Sound Frolics and Savour Owen Sound all received Awards of Achievement. (https://www.festivalsandeventsontario.ca/about/feo-award-recipients)

The City says, one of Council’s Strategic Priorities is City building, with a focus on creating destinations and events that help attract new residents, businesses, investment, and people.

Mayor Ian Boddy says in a statement, “These five award-winning events are a testament to our community’s resiliency. With some innovation and creativity, our staff team was able to find ways to continue to have fun and celebrate all our city has to offer in the midst of the pandemic. Congratulations to the organizers and participants who made these events such a success.”

The City is planning to continue these events this summer. It is also adding The Sound Waterfront Festival, which is set to take place from Thursday, June 30th to Sunday, July 3rd.