Corporation of The Town of Gore Bay

08/21/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made our first Gore Bay Ball Fest such a great weekend!

First, thank you to all of the teams who participated. This tournament was created as a fundraiser to help make improvements to our ball diamond, and your participation is what made it possible.

A special thank you to our umpires. Without you, this weekend simply could not have happened. We truly appreciate you giving your time to keep the games going all weekend!

A huge shout out to our Community Services Manager Kelly Chaytor for organizing and running this event. From the planning and preparations leading up to the tournament to keeping everything running throughout the weekend, a lot of time and work went into making the first Gore Bay Ball Fest a success.

Thank you goes out to Greg Chaytor, who has put countless hours into the ball diamond—not only getting it ready for the tournament, but every week for our pickup ball nights. A lot of work happens behind the scenes, and it definitely doesn't go unnoticed.

Thank you to our Public Works crew members for helping get the diamond and grounds ready for a busy weekend.

Thank you to everyone behind the scenes who helped with organizing and pitched in wherever needed to keep everything running smoothly.

A huge thank you to Tanya, our photographer, who spent hours at the diamond throughout the weekend capturing so many amazing moments and memories.

Thank you to the Gore Bay Western Manitoulin Lions Club for running the BBQ and being such a great part of our weekend.

And thank you to our sponsors: Manitoulin Transport, The Carter House Bed and Breakfast & Manitoulin Teepees, BOARDERLINE BOARD SHOP and Corporation of The Town of Gore Bay Your support is greatly appreciated.

At the end of the day, this weekend was about having fun, playing ball, bringing people together and, as ball players, investing back into the diamond we all enjoy using.

We already can't wait for next year's tournament — August 13th weekend!

And next year… we'll have dugouts!

A Champions - The Big Dills!
B Champions - Team Chevy!
C Champions - Balls and Dolls!

08/20/2026

services is coming to Gore Bay !

Seniors 55+ are especially encouraged to attend, but everyone is welcome!

Join us on Thursday, September 3rd at the Gore Bay Community Hall.

10:00–10:45 AM – Hearing Loss Presentation
Learn about hearing loss, communication tips, support options and more.

11:00 AM – Hearing Clinic
Complimentary hearing screenings for seniors

08/19/2026

08/18/2026

The Town of Gore Bay is currently seeking an Administrative Assistant / POA Clerk & Reporter to join our team.
Full details:
https://www.gorebay.ca/our-government/career-opportunities/

08/18/2026

Babysitting Course with First Aid & CPR – Gore Bay Community Hall

A great opportunity for youth ages 10+ to build confidence and learn important babysitting and safety skills!

Cost: $70 + HST

Participants will receive practical, hands-on training to help them become safe, responsible and confident babysitters.

Register at www.safetytrainingplus.ca

October 17th 2026

👶🍼👶THE BABYSITTING COURSE WITH FIRST AID AND CPR .... COMING THIS SUMMER TO OUR YOUTH SAFETY OFFICE !!!
Give your child the confidence, skills, and responsibility they need to become a safe and successful babysitter. Our Babysitting Course teaches youth how to care for children, respond to emergencies, handle common babysitting challenges, and provide a safe, positive environment for the families they serve. Through hands-on activities and practical safety training, participants develop leadership, communication, and decision-making skills that will benefit them for years to come. Whether your child is preparing for their first babysitting job or simply wants to build life skills and confidence, this course provides valuable training that parents can trust.

The Babysitting Course & Sibling Care with First Aid and Infant and Child CPR: AGES 10 and up…
⭐⭐UPCOMING COURSE DATES:

⭐Sat Aug 15th 10 am to 4 pm Sudbury Office
⭐Thurs Aug 20th 10 am to 4 pm Sudbury Office
⭐Thurs Aug 27th 10am to 4 pm Sudbury Office
⭐Sat Sept 12th 10 am to 4 pm Sudbury Office
⭐Sat Sept 19th 10 am to 4 pm Sudbury Office
⭐Sunday Sept 27th 10 am to 4 pm Sudbury Office

The Revamped and Revised Babysitting course now places a stronger emphasis on First Aid and CPR skills...
⭐ WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?
✅ Learn How to Keep Children Safe
Understand first aid, emergency response, and safety basics.
✅ Build Confidence & Responsibility
Feel prepared and in control when caring for kids.
✅ Stand Out as a Certified Babysitter
Show parents you're trained and trustworthy.
✅ Understand Child Behavior
Handle tantrums and keep children engaged.
✅ Earn Extra Money
Babysitting is a great flexible job for students and teens.
✅ Gain Essential Life Skills
Improve leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
✅ Start Your Babysitting Business
Set rates, find clients, and build your reputation.
✅ Make a Positive Impact
Help children grow and support local families.
✅ Fun & Interactive Learning!
👶👶👶Practice real-life scenarios with hands-on activities.
The Babysitting training includes everything from dealing with challenging situations to leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting has the potential to increase and deepen the sense of responsibility that older kids have when caring for smaller youngsters.
We teach the kids how to get along with their sibling, how to keep them safe, and how to use these new skills. Having an older child babysit a younger sibling saves on daycare costs for parents, teaches the kids about responsibility and working together.
***THE BABYSITTING COURSE WITH FIRST AID & CPR/AED~ COST IS $70.00 PLUS HST
🧩🧩🧩To register for this course please visit our website at Safety Training Plus, go to Youth programs to register…. www.safetytrainingplus.ca See less

08/17/2026

Interested in running for Municipal Council?

There’s still time to put your name forward!

Contact the Town of Gore Bay Municipal Office for information on becoming a candidate before Friday, August 21 at 2:00 PM

08/16/2026

We’re heading into the final day of the Gore Bay Ball Fest!

Here is Sunday’s schedule, with our A, B and C Championship games on the line.

Come out, cheer on the teams and enjoy a great final day of ball in Gore Bay!

08/14/2026

Upcoming Infrastructure Work Notice

08/10/2026

Reminder Senior Tai Chi classes start tomorrow at 8 am