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Owen Sound is a Canadian city located in the province of Ontario.
The city has a population of over 21,000 people and an area of 25.98 square kilometers.
The city was originally called Sydenham, but it was later changed to Owen Sound.
Over the years, the city has gained its fair share of nicknames such as “Corkscrew City” and “Chicago of the North.
”Many have recognized the natural beauty of Owen Sound, and it even served as the backdropof the Disney MovieOne Magic Christmas.
Additionally, Owen Sound was the home of Air Marshall Billy Bishop, as well as Harry Lumley, a professional goaltender in the NHL.
Country: Canada
Province: Ontario
Nickname(s): Corkscrew City
Population: 21,688
Area:
Land: 24.22 km2
Urban: 25.98 km2
Metro: 627.80 km2
The main sections of the city include the western area, the east and Downtown.
The western area of Owen Sound is located on the western side of the water. This area is filled with housing and amenities. Georgian Shores Marina and Kelso Beach are located along the water. There are churches and schools in the area with a few places to shop and dine.
The eastern area of Owen Sound is located along the eastern side of the water. The area has plenty of residential space. There are manyschools located here to accommodate children in the area. There is a large commercial/industrial zone located towards the easternmost part of the area. Heritage Shopping Mall and a hospital can also be found here.
The Downtown area of Owen Sound is located south of the water.This area is filled with homes and amenities. There are many medical centres around the area and the Canadian Mental Health Association can be found here as well. Stores and restaurants line the streets near the water.
The western area has apartments and single-family homes. The apartments in the area range in size and they are quite affordable. Some are even located near the water. Many of the single-family homes in this area are large and include attached garages. They typically include a spacious yard and they are generally affordable. The eastern area has single-family homes and commercial land. The single-family homes in this area are very similar to the ones in the western area. Many are large and some can be found along the water. Attached garages are also common here. The land that is available in the area is mostly for commercial purposes. Some of this land is located near other commercial/industrial buildings. The Downtown area has town homes, condominiums and duplexes. The townhouses in the area are affordable and close to many amenities. Some of the town homes have attached garages as well. The condominiums in the area have gorgeous interiors and they are quite large
Home Style | Median Price |
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Home | $229,900 |
Apartment | $274,900 |
The table above is based on data from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) National MLS® Report for April 2016 (the latest information available). Median prices are based on data from www.canadianrealestatemagazine.ca.
The three school boards in Owen Sound are: Bluewater District School Board, Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board and Conseilscolairecatholique Providence. There are 12 elementary schools and 3 secondary schools in Owen Sound. There are also 6 private schools and one French school, providing many options for education to the students in the area. There is also one post-secondary option in the city. The Owen Sound Campus of Georgian College is located here and provides high-class schooling for students in Owen Sound.
Owen Sound has a great mix of attractions and activities for visitors and residents alike to enjoy. Fishing is prominent in Owen Sound with species such as salmon and trout found in places like the Owen Sound Bay.The Owen Sound Salmon Tour is also an interesting and enjoyable activity to participate in to see the beauty of the city’s nature and fishing opportunities in the area. The city is also rich in parks and recreation.Some of these attractions include Harrison Park and the Tom Thomson Trail. There are also skate parks and a beach park to enjoy.
Owen Sound is home to a number of companies that employ a lot of the city’s workforce. The city has access to the Greater Toronto Area and there are also railways allowing easy access to other places in the region. Two of the largest sectors in Owen Sound are manufacturing and tourism. The manufacturing industry thrives in Owen Sound and currently 19% of the workforce is employed in this sector. Tourism is also a large sector due to the city’smany attractions. Many visitors come from nearby cities such as Toronto, Kitchener and Waterloo.