Community E-Newsletter

May 2026

Community Events

2026 Peninsula Hiking Festival October 2-3, 2026, Tickets go on sale May 1. Details in link.

SOK: 16th Annual Forum: Invasive Species. May 1-3, 2026. Details in link.

Peninsula Swans Prom Night May 7. Details in link.

Jam in the Tub: Live Music Event. Details in link.

Veterans Coffee at Lion's Head Legion. Details in link.

Tobermory Thift Shop open for donations starting May 15, Open for sales June 6 to October 10. Follow the link for more details.

Scott Manery and the Barn Burners, May 16 at Tobermory Community Centre, Details in link.

Lion's Head Hospital Auxiliary Fish Dinner, Saturday May 16. Details in link.

Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast May 17 at Lion's Head Rotary Hall. Details in link.

The Evolution of Health Care on the Peninsula. Details in link.

Bruce Men's Shed Hosts: Bike Tune-Up Clinic on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at the Lion's Head Farmers' Market. Drop off your bike from 9-11am, wander the market, check back for your bike by noon. Tune-up by donation.

June Events

Friends of the Lion's Head Library AGM, June 1, 2026 at 6:30PM with Guest Speaker at 7. Details in link.

Pike Bay Community Association invites everyone to come for the fun and community connections!

MONDAY NIGHT EUCHRE

June 1 to October 5 at the Pike Bay Community Centre (2 Sutter Road)

starting at 7pm

Admission $4

includes light refreshments and PRIZES for high and low scores and most lone hands.

Lion's Head Hospital Auxiliary Plant Sale, Saturday June 6. Details in link.

Hike for Hospice Event, Sunday June 7 at 1:00 PM. Details in link.

Chi-Cheemaun Weekend Events

Tobermory's Annual Chi-Cheemaun Festival June 12-14. Save the Date. Details in link.

Friends of the Tobermory Libary Book Sale, June 13. Details in the link.

Scholarship Opportunities

The application deadline for the 2026 THSA Scholarship is May 31!

The deadline to apply for the 2026 THSA Scholarship for Health Care Studies is May 31, 2026. The $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student with a primary (home) residence in the Northern Bruce Peninsula entering or continuing a college or university program, at any level, leading to certification in a health care profession.

For full scholarship detail and application information, please visit: thsa.ca or email tobermoryhsa@gmail.com. We encourage all eligible students to apply.

Markets

Lion's Head Farmers' Market. Details in link.

Join us for our season opening Market on Saturday, May 16th, "at the beach" in beautiful Lion's Head from 9 am until 1 pm. Local food producers, farm producers, artisans and the Lion's Head Farmers' Market band along with out Muskoka Chair Lounge overlooking the harbour!

The Lion's Head Farmers' Market is continuing it's TAB LAB initiative this year after huge initial success last season! If you have a reusable shopping bag to donate, stop by on Saturday mornings and place them in our TAB LAB laundry basket! Take A Bag, Leave A Bag!

The Lion's Head Farmers' Market is now accepting Farm Producer Applications!

To request a Farm Producer application, send an email to lionsheadfm@hotmail.com

Table Share Program. Details provided below image in text.

𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

Are you a farm producer looking to become a vendor or supply product to our Market? This initiative is designed to assist start-up farmers in their growth and success. Email lionsheadfm@hotmail.com for more information.

Tobermory All Seasons Market. Every Saturday May 2 to October 3. Details in link

Persephone Market Garden is delivering fresh, local, certified organic vegetables to Lion's Head in 2026!

We offer biweekly deliveries on Saturday mornings, mid-June to the end of October.

This is our 17th season growing and we grow more than 40 types of vegetables and herbs.

Learn More and Order Online

Community Bulletin Board

Bruce Peninsula Society of Artists, Call for Artists for August Show. Details in link.

𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐒

Are you interested in applying to the 2026 BPSA Studio Tour?

The Studio Tour locations are from Tobermory to just north of Wiarton (Oliphant Line - Bruce County Road 13). Local area artists with no host studio capabilities and guest artists (outside the geographic area), are placed at a participating Studio Tour location to exhibit their work.

If you are interested in applying to our juried Studio Tour, email 𝐛𝐩𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫@𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦 requesting an application.

Applications due April 15th.

Tickets On Sale Now For A Chance To Win A Hand-Made Quilt!

For just $5 per ticket, you could win a beautiful 64" x 80" handmade quilt in the Homespun pattern, valued at $1,200 - while supporting the important work of the Tobermory Health Services Auxiliary. See the images below for details.

To purchase tickets, contact any THSA Member or email tobermoryhsa@gmail.com

Don't miss your chance to take home this stunning quilt while supporting health initiatives that benefit communities across the Northern Bruce Peninsula.

Ongoing Events

Coffee Time Chat

Every Monday at 9am

at Lion's Head Legion #202

NEW!

Weekly Pilates Classes (Mondays)

NEW!

Weekly Friday Tai Chi Classes

Weekly Free Tai Chi Classes Fridays at Lion's Head Legion. Details in link.

Tobermory United Church Weekly Events

Mondays:

11:15 AM-12:15 PM: Chair Yoga

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Hatha Yoga

Tuesdays:

10:00 AM: Mindful Movement

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM: Meditation

Thursdays:

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Tai Chi

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Bridge Club

Fridays:

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Drop-in with Rev. Sheryl

Saturdays: 11:30 AM: St. Thomas the Apostle Mass

Sundays: 10:30 AM: Tobermory Unity Church Worship

The Men's Breakfast

📅 Sat, May 9, 2026

📍 Tobermory Community Centre

7420 Highway 6

at 🕗 8:00 am

Upcoming Dates:

June 6, 2026
July 11, 2026

🍳 Men’s Breakfast – A Tradition Since 1996!

Join friends, neighbors, and guests of the Bruce Peninsula for fellowship, a delicious meal, and an engaging talk by a guest speaker.

*Bring your own cutlery and dishes to help us reduce waste!

RSVP or get more info!

Bruce County Public Library Bookmobile

Patrons can expect a collection of books, DVDs, and educational materials, including tech kits. The Bookmobile is also outfitted with a free Wi-Fi hub. The Bookmobile staff are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming space and assisting patrons of all ages.

Local stops are scheduled at:

📍Bradley H Davis Senior Apartments Tobermory

Tuesdays at 🕗 10:40 am

📍 Bear Tracks Lion's Head

2837 Highway 6

Thursdays at 🕗 12:40 pm

Bookmobile Schedule

Library Newsletter

Read a Book and

Be a Friend!

May Events:

Library Book Club

May 26 @ 2:05 - 3PM

Friends of the Library Meeting

May 26 @ 3PM

NEW!

Weekly Darts

Every Monday and Thursday

Scale Model Building Workshop

Every Tuesday from 9 - 11am

at Lion's Head Legion #202

Progressive Euchre

📅 May 29, 2026

📅 June 26, 2026

📍 Tobermory Legion

1450 Highway 6

Games Start 🕗 7:00 pm

$5/person

Bruce County has many exciting programs! Take advantage of our business support programs to not only become a part of the business community, but run a successful business while living the life you’ve always dreamed of.

Level up your business with free training!

See FREE Upcoming Training Schedule

Attend this year's Brochure Swap!

Tuesday, May 12 - 10am to 12pm

at Cargill Community Centre

Reserve Your Spot!

Summer Company Applications are Open for 2026!

Are you a student with a business idea? Be your own boss this summer through the Summer Company program! Receive funding, hands-on training, mentorship from local business leaders, and networking opportunities to help turn your idea into a real business!

Learn More

Lion's Head Food Bank

Open the 2nd and 4th Thursday of EVERY month from 10am - 12pm

PLEASE connect with us if you are having a difficult time

affording to put food on your plate. We can help!

Old School House Club Meetings poster for 2026 season. Details in the link.

Unlock your Business' Energy Potential, Participate in a fully funded energy assessment. Details in link.

Looking to strengthen your business and plan for a cleaner energy future?

Bruce County is offering engineer-led energy assessments for local businesses. Receive a high-level report with actionable opportunities to explore clean energy projects, be recognized as a clean energy leader, and improve operational resilience and competitiveness. All at no cost.

Limited spots are available. Apply now through the Energy Assessment Intake Form.

Energy Assessment Intake Form

Museum Call for Volunteers. Details in link.

Municipal Updates

Agendas & Minutes

Upcoming Council Meetings

Council Chambers at 56 Lindsay Road 5

May 1 - Special Council (Road Tour)

May 11 - Regular Council at 1:00 PM

May 25 - Regular Council at 1:00 PM

Council Meeting Highlights

Are you on the Voter's list for the 2026 municipal election? Follow the link for details.

Safety Reminders from Emergency Services

Fire Code Changes January 1 2026. Carbon Monoxide Alarms required on every floor now.

Planning to Visit NBP? Download what 3 words app. QR code for easy download.

Municipal Licensing Reminders

Licenses are required to operate Bed and Breakfasts, Short-Term Accommodations (STAs) and Food Trucks.

Learn more about our licensing programs by selecting the images below and apply today!

B&B Licensing now open. Follow link for details.

Food Truck Licensing, applications now open. Details in link.

Curbside Collection

Remember to place waste and recycling at the curbside weekly by 8 am on Mondays for collection.

Missed or late collection?

Call Waste Management

1-888-730-3344 ext. 1

Waste Disposal Sites

Summer Hours (April - November):

Monday - Eastnor 9am - 5pm

Wednesday - St. Edmund's 9am - 5pm

Friday - Lindsay 9am - 5pm

Saturday - Eastnor 9am - 5pm

& St. Edmunds 9am - 5pm

Sunday - Lindsay 9am - 5pm

Quick Links

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✉️ Contact Us

Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula

56 Lindsay Road 5

Lion's Head, ON N0H 1W0

1-833-793-3537

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