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On behalf of the South Grey Chamber of Commerce, Karen Cox and Jennifer Schwarz moderated the Chatsworth all candidates session at the Keady Community Centre on Wednesday, 14th October 2026. In attendance were candidates for:

Mayor

Name: Terry McKay Phone: 519-270-9115 Email: terry.mckay@grey.ca

Name: Shawn Greig Phone: 519-373-2042 Email: shawnhgreig@gmail.com

Deputy Mayor

Name: Diana Rae Phone: 519-378-7754 Email: raediana44@gmail.com

Name: Peter Whitten Phone: 705-717-8170 Email: peter@marquis-automotive.com

Councillor

Name: Margie Stafford Phone: 519-377-0411 Email: staffordmargie@gmail.com

Name: Barry Jackson Phone: 519-377-7171 Email: pooltime57@yahoo.ca

Name: J.D. Ceaser Phone: 519-270-6661 Email: jceaser_11@yahoo.com

Name: Chris Evans Phone: 519-373-4328‍ ‍ Email: chris_evans@bwdsb.on.ca

From Paul:

We need to build and maintain the infrastructure our communities require, invest in the amenities residents value and strengthen our local economy.

Municipal taxes will always be necessary to provide services. Our responsibility as Council is to grow our assessment base, pursue new sources of revenue and funding, invest sensibly and spend taxpayers’ money wisely.

We need to continue working with Grey County Council to keep Grey Gables Long-Term Care home open and put the reconstruction and addition of new beds back on the table.

Together with the new hospital in Markdale, an expanded Grey Gables would bring us closer to realizing the vision of a health-care campus in Markdale.

We are fortunate to have a new hospital after more than 20 years of planning and effort.

I’m also proud that the Ram Rodeo, held in Feversham for six consecutive years, has raised close to $200,000 for the Markdale Hospital Foundation.

Grey Highlands will continue to grow. We need to manage that growth responsibly so that it strengthens our existing communities.

The planned downtown revitalization in Markdale is one opportunity to support local businesses, encourage investment and help strengthen the assessment base that supports services throughout Grey Highlands.

With more than 29 years of experience, I have developed relationships with people at the municipal, provincial and federal levels of government.

Those relationships matter when Grey Highlands needs to advocate for our communities, pursue funding and secure support for important local projects.

My Platform.......

• Responsible Fiscal and Asset Management
• Growth that preserves our Rural Heritage and respects the Environment
• Downtown Revitalization
• Attainable Housing
• Access to Primary Care

Currently.......

• Work a small farm in Markdale
• Treasurer of the South Grey Chamber of Commerce
• Member of the Markdale Brightshores Hospital Event Fundraising Committee
• Member of the Grey Highlands Probus Club
• Member of Prince Arthur #333 Lodge in Flesherton
• Past President of the Markdale Golf and Curling Club
• Board Member of the South East Grey Community Health Centre

In The Past.......

• Executive Vice President and General Manager of Deluxe Laboratories Post Production Services
• Member of the Board of Directors of Rank Canada
• Member of the Board of Directors of The Canadian Academy of Film and Television
• Chair of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
• Member of The Variety Club

Hi, I'm Dave:

I don't have all the answers, but I'm ready to learn and listen. I'm a neighbour you can trust.

Democracy doesn’t just happen on election day. Your voice matters every single day. If I’m elected to Grey Highlands council, this is my promise: On every issue, I’ll take the time to listen and I’ll bring your voice directly into the council chamber.

We deserve a town council that's transparent, accountable, collaborative, innovative and practical. As your town councillor, I’ll do my best to bring these values to the table.

From Sandy:

I am Sandy Thornton and I'm proud to call Grey Highlands home. Having lived in the area for 16 years with my husband and two daughters, I have had the privilege of connecting with many people in our fine communities.

As your municipal councillor, I will listen to your concerns, communicate clearly about where I stand, and be accountable for council decisions. My professional background in the global health industry has given me strong project management and organizational skills that I can bring to the job.

I’m looking forward to meeting many more folks at upcoming fall fairs, all candidate meetings and other events across the region where we can get to know each other better!

From Bayshore Broadcasting:

Why Are You Running?

I am running because Grey Highlands needs positive change in its municipal council. I am striving to be elected to help facilitate that necessary change. I first ran for council in 2002 when there were eleven candidates running for five seats and came in sixth and was not elected. The assurances given in the early days of the amalgamation process, of efficiency, lower staff requirements, increased quality and availability of service have not been achieved and the future of Grey Highlands wants and needs clear movement toward those very goals that council and staff have subsequently failed to deliver to our citizens. I am running to be a strong voice for that Change.

From Dane:

Dear Friends,

I offer logical investment in our water and wastewater, driving growth to where we can support it, not building systems hoping growth will come later.

I offer experience with vision, I sit on Grey County council, NEC and the Board of health, but have a fresh perspective about what Grey Highlands needs. I am not stuck in the past. I recognize the issues we have and I will not run from them. I will bring council together to tackle them head on.

I offer an understanding of where staffs role and councils role meet. That council sets the policy and direction and staff implement. That good policy come from data, community engagement, and a realistic understanding of the resources available.

Grey Highlands together we can decide where the road will take us and together we will get things done.

From Emmett:

I’ve lived in Kimberley since I was a child. My family moved here in 1989 .

I moved back home in 2018 to become a partner in our family business, Eko Nomos Inc.

Just as I would on Grey Highlands Council, we help charities, businesses, towns, and schools, building sustainable livelihoods in Ontario and across Canada. We do research, planning and evaluation – skills needed on Grey Highlands Council

Since 2021 I have been a member of the Grey Highlands Museum Advisory Board, and the Grey Highlands Heritage Committee.

Since 2024 I have been a volunteer Game Master at the Hanley Institute.

I am a founding Director of AHIGH Affordable Housing In Grey Highlands Inc.

From Andrea:

We need change and transparency.

We need Logic, Backbone and Hope.

"There's a huge opportunity to create sustainable communities in this municipality using green initiatives and pilot projects thru Not for Profits. The communities need responsible building that doesn't impact the surrounding areas like the 1950s style of building. Building housing that's affordable, built with re-purposed materials. "Eco villages" that work on a totally off grid, closed loop system, housing built with wind turbine blades, nacelles, seacans, bunkies, modular homes. Food co-ops, greenhouses, cisterns, solar/wind towers, geothermal and incinerator heating, redesigned waste systems."

From David:

“My goals for the municipality are fiscal responsibility, to preserve and protect our environment, to promote economic development and tourism.”

"I am running for the councillor position in Grey Highlands because of my previous council experience and the north end of the municipality needs a voice at the council table. Communication between council, staff and residents needs to improve. The municipal facilities need to be better maintained."

My journey into real estate began when I sold my own home—a custom-designed downtown Toronto loft that I had poured years of creativity and care into. That experience opened my eyes to the importance of having the right representation, and it inspired me to bring that same passion for unique and exceptional properties to others. Today, I channel that dedication into helping my clients achieve their real estate goals.

Before real estate, I spent nearly two decades in the fast-paced world of Film, TV, and advertising. Along the way, I also pursued my passion as a certified yoga instructor in downtown Toronto, which has grounded me in patience, balance, and connection—qualities I carry into every client relationship.

I often spend extended time with my dogs in Grey County and the Blue Mountains, where my family’s traditions and love for farms and environmentally protected land continue to inspire me. This connection led me to settle permanently in Grey Highlands, where I’ve lived on a farm south of Kimberley since 2021.

“I know that as one councillor I will have one vote. I can't promise that every idea will become reality. What I can promise is that I will do the work, listen to residents, ask difficult questions and make decisions based on evidence rather than assumptions.”

“I am a sixth-generation resident of Markdale, I come from a proud farming background and have a deep love for our Grey Highlands community,” he said. “I have always believed that strong communities are built not by developers and not by government, but by the people who live in them. For many years I’ve been involved in the local church community and have participated in beloved community traditions such as the Markdale Community Christmas Choir, the annual street frolic, the Markdale Fall Fair, and many more.”

“As a young husband starting a family, I want to help ensure Grey Highlands remains a place where families can put down roots, seniors can thrive, local businesses can succeed, and neighbours continue to feel connected to their community,” he said. “I bring experience working both in government and the trades, but most importantly, I bring a genuine love for the area and a desire to listen to the people like me who call it home.”

“I am running for council because I believe residents deserve a representative who will put their voice first and bring practical, logical consideration to every council decision,” he said. “The people of Grey Highlands don’t need councillors who have their mind made up before speaking with residents. They need someone who’s willing to listen and ensure that their voice is what gets brought to the council table, I’m hoping to earn their trust to be that voice.”

From Blake:

Hi, my name is Blake Martin and Grey Highlands is the only home I've ever known. I've lived here since I was two years old, went to Beavercrest and GHSS, and just recently returned home after finishing my Bachelor's Degree in Canadian History and Political Science.

I have always loved learning about political institutions like Parliament, how they came about, the people behind them, how their decisions reverberate into our communities, and how citizens can hold their representatives accountable. But my decision to run for council came from conversations much closer to home.

After coming back to my home in Markdale and catching-up with family, old friends, and members of our community, I kept hearing the same concern: “I’m worried about the cost of living. Something needs to change.”

I share that concern. Rather than simply accepting that things have to stay the same, I decided to step forward and help bring about the change our community is asking for.

From Joel:

'I live in the village of Kimberley with my wife and our five-year-old son. I ran for council in 2022 because I believe in showing up for the community we love, protecting the natural environment that makes Grey Highlands special, and helping guide our municipality toward a healthy, vibrant future through thoughtful planning and balanced growth.'

'Serving on council has reinforced for me how important it is to listen, collaborate, and make decisions that reflect the needs of our community. I’m running for Deputy Mayor because I believe Grey Highlands deserves leadership that is thoughtful, transparent, and focused on building a strong future for the generations who call this place home.

'Before municipal politics, I was a professional wine and cider maker, turning Grey County fruit into award-winning products. I studied philosophy and English literature at the University of Toronto, and I’ve always been drawn to thoughtful conversations, creative problem-solving, and the stories that connect us as a community.

'When I’m not at the council table, you’ll find me skiing, fly fishing, rock climbing, paddling, writing for Rrampt Magazine, or volunteering with the Kimberley Community Association.'

In her role as Host of In Grey Highlands Podcast, Karen Cox introduces the series of interviews we conducted with the candidates for Grey Highlands Municipality in the 2026 municipal elections. Half were recorded at the terrific Hanley Institute in Flesherton, and the other half were recorded in Fellowship Hall at the mighty Annesley United in Markdale.

Our goal is to provide a more detailed picture of the candidates, let them discuss and explain issues in their own words and time. Hopefully, giving the voters some better understanding of their choices in this term's elections.

From Dave:

Dear Friends,

My name is Dave Russell, I have been a resident of what is now Grey Highlands for over fifty years and am now seeking to be elected to a seat on Municipal Council.

I was raised on a farm on the west back line of Artemesia, went to school at Agnes Macphail Memorial Elementary and Grey Highlands Secondary schools, played Hockey in the Flesherton, Markdale, Rocklyn and Feversham Arenas.

After finishing school I lived and worked in Markdale, Priceville, Beaver Valley and now reside in Rob Roy in the former Township of Osprey.

My beloved children were both born in the Markdale Hospital.

As a guitar player/singer/songwriter and music instructor I am also self employed as a builder and property maintenance provider, skilled in many aspects of the building trades.

Currently, as a director of the Osprey Museum I occupy the position of Chairman, working to preserve and promote the deep roots and profound history of our community.

My focus upon being elected will be first and foremost Communications and Community dialogue, thereby finding solutions to the many issues we are facing, and are bound to face in the years to come, then putting those agreed upon solutions into action.

My deep interest in World and general history combined with my personal study of Political Economy and economics will be an asset to the functioning of our community in a more efficient, cost effective manner with enhanced quality and availability of municipal services.

As a councillor, it will be my goal to help guide our Municipality into the future to become the best possible example of how a community is governed among the communities of Grey County, the province of Ontario, Canada and our World.

From Kat for Council:

One person can begin a change. Together, we create the ripple.

I am Katrina Wood, small-business owner, mother, community builder and candidate for Grey Highlands Council.

I am not creating a political version of myself for this campaign. I am showing up as the person I already am.

If my experience, perspective and hopes for Grey Highlands resonate with you, I am asking for your vote.

From Bayshore Broadcasting:

Why are you running?

The short answer is that I believe that the council of Grey Highlands (GH) needs more experienced Business leaders on it that understands the concepts of VALUE & SOLUTIONS.

How would you address the need to maintain municipal services and infrastructure without high tax increases for residents?

GH Council and Senior Management team should start with the GOAL of a ZERO per cent increase for residents and engage in a line by line budget review that distinguishes the difference between NEEDS and WANTS. The process starts with a mindset change where egos, agendas and payback to special interest groups are put aside for the greater good of the GH taxpayer.

Karen Cox and Kevin Trimble moderated the West Grey all candidates session at Durham Community Centre on Wednesday, 7th October 2026. In attendance were candidates for:

Rebecca Hergert 519-321-9235 rebhergert@gmail.com

Thomas Hutchinson 519-901-4339 tom.hutch17@gmail.com

Scott Foerster 519-369-1916 scott_foerster@msn.com

Jordan Hoxie 519-280-1154 thereallionjordan@gmail.com

Jenny Parsons 519-706-9190 parsonjenny@hotmail.com

Kimberley Peeters 519-939-1898 kimpeeters@live.ca

Geoffrey Shea 647-330-2989 gshea38@gmail.com

Deidter Stadnyk 647-459-1462 deidter@proton.me

Stephen Townsend 519-369-4012 spttownsend@yahoo.com

Production Note: Gaps may appear in the live recording where candidate microphone issues occurred.

Karen Cox and Erin Goodyear moderated the Southgate all candidates session at Highpoint Community School in Dundalk on Thursday, 24th September 2026. In attendance were candidates for:

Name: Brian Milne Phone: 519-323-7410 Email: brianmilne7410@gmail.com

Name: Jason Rice Phone: 519-379-2200 Email: barbara.dobreen@gmail.com

Name: Barbara Dobreen Phone: 519-373-1599 Email: barbara.dobreen@gmail.com

Name: Joan John Phone: 519-717-2104 Email: joanjaj@hotmail.com

Name: Samantha Erin Parent Phone: 705-790-5100 Email: samantha.parent87@gmail.com

Name: Martin Shipston Phone: 519-375-2511 Email: shipstonmartin@gmail.com

Name: Michael Sherson Phone: 226-974-5351 Email: msherson1@outlook.com

Name: Jim Ferguson Phone: 519-374-5433 Email: jnferguson@hotmail.ca

Name: Kristy Taylor Phone: 416-219-5447 Email: taylorkristy26@gmail.com

Name: David Kopp Phone: 519-321-9536 Email: dtkopp1@gmail.com

The South Grey Chamber of Commerce organized a public Federal All Candidates Debate at the Durham Community Centre on the evening of 22nd April 2025. The Chamber's President, Karen Cox kept the candidates' answers in the framework of submitted questions from the Southern Grey area, and ably assisted by the Chamber's Head Office Manager, Chris Keenan who kept the times to a strict measure.

The attending candidates:

• Conservative - Alex Ruff
• Liberal - Anne Marie Watson
• NDP - Chris Neudorf
• Grey Bruce Greens - Natasha Akiwenzie
• United - Ann Gilles

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Organized by the Grey Highlands Chamber of Commerce, hosted by Karen Cox and Margot Byers, this was the second event allowing more questions and answers from all the candidates running for municipal council in 2022.

If you have any questions about the voting process, please visit the nice folks at Grey Highlands Municipality for assistance. And see the results as they develop on the Municipality YouTube channel on Monday 24th October starting at 8:15 p.m.

The show's hosts had a great time meeting most of the candidates for council and for the school boards in the October 2022 municipal election. Here they are, in recorded order:

• Paul Allen 6:06mins
• Tom Allwood 8:46mins
• Nadia Dubyk 12:00mins
• Reid Dennison 15:39mins
• Janice Kaikkonen 18:44mins
• Emmett Ferguson 22:12mins
• Gary Franklin 24:35mins
• Melanie Ann Seeley 27:10mins
• Steve Maloney 31:12mins
• Joel Loughead 34:37mins
• Paul McQueen 37:36mins
• Dane Nielsen 40:58mins
• Lynn Silverton 42:50mins
• Roger Tumminieri 46:10mins
• Danielle Valiquette 48:12mins
• Joe Van der Vechte 50:44mins
• Bryden Jones 54:04mins
• John van Goch 57:06mins

The Grey Highlands Chamber of Commerce hosted a meeting of all nine candidates in Grey-Bruce-Owen Sound for the provincial election at the Flesherton Kinplex. The Chamber's president, Karin Cox kept the session running on rails, assisted by Michelle and Darren Patey, Ruben McCallum, and other Chamber volunteers.

The candidates:

• PC - Rick Byers
• NDP - Karen Gventer
• Liberals - Selwyn Hicks
• Green - Danielle Valiquette
• New Blue - Vince Grimaldi
• Ontario Party - Suzanne Coles
• None Of The Above Party - Joel Loughead
• PPO - Joseph Westover
• Independent - Reima Kaikkonen

The excellent recording of the meeting is the work of our associate producer, David Tonks. Set up and cabling by our producers Geoff Bowes and Ron Barnett. Thanks to all the participants for their efforts in presenting so well within the meeting's format. Shoutout from the IGH crew to Steve Meacher and Andy Elliott at the Owen Sound branch of Long & McQuade who always help us get over the finish line with their expertise and kindness. Tim Reilly is the supervising producer at the mighty Leaking Ambience Studio in Flesherton.

A long road from St. Patrick’s Day in 2020. But here it is the tenth episode of In Grey Highlands and a homage to our farmers, the backbone of Ontario.

Stewart got to spend some time with Lorie Smith, Vice-President and Office Manager for Grey Agricultural Services in Markdale. Is there anything Grey Ag, the President and Exec Director Ray Robertson and their staff Patricia Ellingwood, Susan Bos, Keith Reid, and Joni Reid cannot do? We don’t think so.

Ron drops into the session with Lorie to talk with Dale Merrifield at his dairy farm near Eugenia, the conversation reveals some solid truths about the operation of a dairy herd.

Stewart in his President of the Chamber of Commerce capacity does a mid-roll promotion for the first of the Chamber’s twelve highlighted member businesses: The South Grey News.

Our contributing editor, Geoff Bowes (whose book Open Up The Wall beat out all the competition in Grey County Reads program back in March 2020 – well done, Geoff!) has a chat with Jessica Verner of the Golden Legacy in Maxwell.

And Ron and Stewart discuss our local and regional current affairs climate in a time of COVID-19.

The long awaited, super-sized ninth episode! An hour-and-a-half of In Grey Highlands goodness!

This episode with Barry Penhale sitting in for a busy Paul McQueen.

Stewart talks with Michele Harris, Director of Economic and Community Development for Grey Highlands on .. well, development.

Geoff Bowes spoke at length with Darrell Markewitz of the Wareham Forge on Viking iron.

Ron interviewed Amy Kitchen of Sideroad Farm on farming and the Grey Bruce Farmers' Week conference.

Plus Ron and Stewart run through the South Grey News items and Stewart and Barry talk of events and culture.

Paul and Stewart set up and discuss the first interview by our colleague Ron Barnett from the South Grey News of Joan McGee from the Flesherton Love Committee.

Stewart had a talk about weather and dashing snowmobiles with Karen Buratynski, District 9 Manager for the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs and their interactive trail guide.

Marian Doyle and Carl Herman talked with Stewart about their respective Food Bank operations in Flesherton and Markdale. They speak of the services provided, the warm welcome people can expect, and the serious need for help in a Grey Highlands winter.

Ron and Stewart address the South Grey News items for this episode: 'Name your flavour' ice cream contest, and the Forests Ontario 50 Million Tree Program. Ron is busy doing the Top 10 Stories of 2019 and the Grey County Reads contest.

In the episode before Christmas, international dance artist and teacher, Helen Jones and, author and performer, Geoff Bowes present our winter's tales stories.

Paul and Stewart close by noting Paul's election to Warden of Grey and looking back on the In Grey Highlands This Week production season in 2019.

Stewart spends some time with Dr. Ian Arra, the Grey Bruce Medical Officer of Health and covers a lot of ground; state of public health, public health infrastructure, mergers, and budgets, 'flu shots, falls, cannabis, and vaping.

Allan Madden, the CEO of the South East Grey Community Health Centre, discusses the future for CHCs, our Centre's unique rural nature, current clinics and programs, territory and funding, Ontario health teams, combating social isolation, dentistry, mental health structure and importance, community based programs, and home care and palliative care.

Ron Barnett from South Grey News comes by to deliver the first of a regular segment on news and events, and commercial and cultural programs in the area.

Stewart gives pause at the passing of Kate FitzPatrick and the Highland Band's tribute in Markdale. He reviews the presentation of Tony Luciani art at the South Grey Museum and looks forward to a full interview in the New Year.

Intro & Recap [00:45]. Post election commentary on costs; a tribute to Larry Miller.

Alex Ruff Interview [2:27]. We catch up to Alex and Stewart talks with him during his car trip up to Ottawa.

Recap of Tourism & the Chamber AGM [10:53]. Paul and Stewart discuss Grey Tourism efforts and present a montage from the keynote speaker at the Chamber AGM, Chris Hughes.

Halloween & Ghosts [17:14]. The guys get spooky.

Barbara Pearn & Ghost Stories [18:29]. Stewart gets into the spirit of the day with Barbara Pearn of the South Grey News and ColorPix. Barb has ghost stories, not just one .. but four! And Stewart has his own moment in the shadows, [28:57]. Leaving the spirits behind, they discuss the work Barb and Ron do every year for Explore Grey Highlands, and the combined Art Map & Food Map, and the Beaver Valley Handmade Artisan Market.

• Barb's Story One [21:05]
• Barb's Story Two [24:31]
• Barb's Story Three [25:32]
• Barb's Story Four [26:59]

Interview with Guillermo Anderson [35:53]. Stewart has a wide-ranging talk with Guillermo Anderson of Maxwell.

Upcoming Events [49:23]. Paul plugs The Advance and SouthGreyNews.ca.

They mingle not with their laughing comrades again;
They sit no more at familiar tables at home;

Laurence Binyon, For The Fallen, September 1914

Remembrance Day [49:52]. Our hosts take note of the upcoming annual events to reflect on the price paid in service to the nation.

Mo-vember and Other Notes [52:42]. Paul and Stewart wrap up with notes on the larger happenings of November.

Outro [54:13].

Intro and Recap [0:52]. Paul and Stewart go over the run up to the Federal election and the Chamber-sponsored All Candidates Meeting held at Markdale, 26th September. They play an excerpt from our coverage of the event discussing supply management as a question from the floor, which each candidate had a chance to address.

Climate Strike [8:20]. The climate crisis and local climate strike activity in Markdale and Flesherton gets discussed and we hear a recording from the streets by our associate producer, Kate Russell.

Harvest & Events [12:47]. Stewart and Paul discuss fall happenings, Farmers' Almanac predictions for the winter, the Chamber of Commerce AGM and the upcoming Harvest Café featuring the brilliant Canadian historian and author, Ted Barris in presentation for his latest book Rush to Danger.

Talking with Ted [23:15]. Stewart chats with Ted Barris about his presentation that evening (17th October) featuring his latest book and some discussion of his family history and other writing.

Chris Hughes Interview [31:31]. Stewart talks to the keynote speaker for the upcoming Chamber AGM at the Flesherton Kinplex on 24th October about sweating the little things in marketing businesses.

Insurance with Rick Gamblen [36:24]. Paul introduces Stewart speaking with the Chamber's insurance agent from Grey Bruce Insurance about medical coverage aspects of the currently available plans.

Sweet Treats. Stewart and Paul talk with Hugh Simpson of the Osprey Bluffs Honey Company about commercial honey production in Grey.

Health and the Future. We interview Karen Cox of Sea and Ski Realty and Darlene Lamberti of the Centre Grey Health Services Foundation about their recent fundraising golf tournament.

What? When? Features a conversation with Robert Iantorno, Curator of the South Grey Museum in Flesherton.

In Grey Highlands This Week Special Presentation

Our team recorded the 2019 Grey Highlands Federal All Candidates Meeting, held at the Markdale Arena on 26th September. This is an unabridged format, with only minimal audio editing in an effort to defeat the horrible fluorescent lighting based hum.

• Michael den Tandt, Liberal Party
• Dan Little, Libertarian Party
• Alex Ruff, Conservative Party
• Chris Stephen, NDP
• William Townsend, People's Party of Canada
• Danielle Valiquette, Green Party

Moderator: Ray Robertson, president Grey County Agriculture Services.

Host: Stewart Halliday, president Grey Highlands Chamber of Commerce

Our Land and How We Use It. Paul and Stewart recap elements of the last episode and delve into the business of tiny homes and the public meeting about them from late August in Markdale. Stewart sits down with Scott Taylor, Senior Planner for the County of Grey to discuss this and other community planning challenges. Campgrounds get thrown into this land use mix and the guys shed some light on current definitions and concerns.

Industry in Grey Highlands. 10 years on from the fire at Chapman's and corporate resilience. Changes and adaptations throughout the light industry sector. Ice River Springs, Rossiter Boats, Medike, and industry on farms.

Recap. Tax time! Assessment definitions and the thinking behind the numbers.

What? When? This episode with guest Reuben McCallum of Re/Max High Country Realty in Flesherton.

Stewart and Paul re-visit some of our previous episode's topics and then embark on a discussion of food issues in the form of foodie and farmer. Paige Martin visits to help Stewart with our What? When? segment.

Our hosts Stewart Halliday and Paul McQueen introduce each other in the inaugural episode of In Grey Highlands This Week. They begin the discussion of the issues of housing and environment in our municipality, and interview Patrick Petch of Grey County Real Estate, in Markdale, Ontario.