Online Payments Now Available Through Cloudpermit

The Municipality of Meaford is pleased to announce that online payments are now available through Cloudpermit for building permits, providing residents, builders, and contractors with a secure and convenient way to pay for building permits directly within the system.

This new feature allows applicants to complete the entire building permit process online, from application to approval and payment, within the same familiar Cloudpermit platform. The enhancement supports Meaford’s ongoing commitment to...

Meaford Lowers Flag to Honour Local Youth

November 14, 2025

Meaford, ON - Today, we are lowering our flag to half-mast to recognize the tragic loss of three local youth from John Diefenbaker Senior School in Hanover. We are shocked, heartbroken, and extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, classmates, staff, and everyone in the community who is mourning this profound loss. As well, our thoughts are with the fourth student, who was transported to the hospital. The impact of this tragedy is far reaching and extends across...

Parking Disruption at Meaford Market Square from December 1 to 8, 2025

Update (Dec 4, 2025):  The temporary parking disruption will now end on Wednesday, December 10, at 6:00 p.m.

The Municipality of Meaford would like to inform residents and visitors of a temporary parking disruption at Meaford Market Square (12 Nelson St E) due to Christmas on the Bay from December 1 to December 8. 

Overview

The following service will be temporarily impacted:  Parking availability at Meaford Market Square (12 Nelson St E). Start date:  Monday, December 1, at 8:00 a.m.Approximate end date: 

Meaford Teams Up with Owen Sound to Support Building Services

The Municipality of Meaford is partnering with the City of Owen Sound to make sure building permits and inspection services continue smoothly while we realign our building services.

“Partnering with Owen Sound gives us the extra support and expertise we need to keep building services running smoothly,” said Amy Cann, Director of Development Services. “We’re committed to enhancing our service delivery and providing exceptional customer service for our applicants, builders, and Meaford residents.”

This...

Seeking Assistance in Dog Bite Incident

Update (November 12, 2025):  The owner has come forward. Thank you to everyone who reached out with information.

The Municipality of Meaford’s Enforcement Team is actively seeking assistance in identifyingthe owner of a dog that was involved in a biting incident with another dog on Wednesday, November 5, 2025,between 5:00 and 5:15 p.m. at the dog-off-leash Memorial Parkdesignated area. 

The dog’s owner is described as a woman in her 30s who was with a middle-aged child wearing an orange parka.  The dog has...