In light of radio and newspaper newsrooms closing and/or cutting back staff and local content, we thought it was time to launch an online site to provide up to date news and information with comments from the news makers themselves. In addition, we look forward to delivering feature programming including audio and video interviews, highlighting news, events and people that make South Georgian Bay such a great place to live, work and play
GOOD MORNING FROM SUNRISE POINT
Collingwood has so many things to boast about, from the town’s incredible trail system, to the nationally recognized historic downtown district, terrific restaurants and patios, the heritage downtown arena, the world class summer music festival, community theatre and of course, the daily performances at the waterfront … I’m talking about the year-round sunsets and sunrises that rival the shows in the skies anywhere you can visit. Set your internal body clock to the crack of early and see the beautiful views over Georgian Bay for yourself at any time of year.
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POINT2POINT PODCAST – July 2025
Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow and Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson talk about the rich diversity of the riding and local economy, the removal of interprovincial trade barriers, Bill 5 and Bill C-5, local businesses that are leaders in the mining sector, Agritourism and its importance to operators throughout Simcoe-Grey, the proposed redevelopment of the Nancy Island Historic Site and a call for public input on a proposed plan to transfer sections of the Nottawasaga Bay shoreline to the Town of Wasaga Beach. These topics and more on this edition of the POINT2POINT Podcast.
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Georgian College has announced a “pause” in programming at the Collingwood campus. The excitement and anticipation celebrated at the 2010 sod turning ceremony has been replaced with questions about the future of Georgian College in Collingwood.
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On the May 2025 edition of the POINT2POINT Podcast, Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow and Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson talk about how the recent Ontario budget impacts Simcoe-Grey, Ontario investing nearly $38 million to preserve local heritage, create jobs, boost tourism and support economic growth in Wasaga Beach, the tax structure revision to assist Craft Cider Makers throughout Simcoe-Grey and around the province, the recent announcement of a “pause” of programming at the South Georgian Bay Georgian College campus and what might happen at the Collingwood location in the near future, and Strong Mayor Powers.
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The 1977 May Long Weekend Launch of “The Welcome Sound from Huronia”
There will be no announcement. No fanfare. Yes, a few telephone calls and a text or two between former co-workers will take place and some of the old stories will be dusted off and appropriately embellished, but otherwise the 48th birthday of the former “Welcome Sound from Huronia” version of CHAY Stereo FM 93.1 will pass unnoticed.
It was “game on” for six applicants with sights set on the highly coveted new Barrie-Simcoe County FM radio licence that was up for grabs in the late 1980’s. For one group, magic was in the air … but would never be on the air.
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Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, The Blue Mountains, Thornbury, Meaford and other communities all around southern and eastern Georgian Bay have experienced heavy snow, gusty winds and frigid temperatures throughout January 2024. The locals say we are having an old fashioned winter. The facts are on their side! While driving conditions have been difficult at times, skiing, boarding, snow shoeing and other outdoor winter sports have been enjoyed in excellent conditions.
In this edition of the Point2Point Podcast, Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow and Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson talk about Premier Ford’s emerging Captain Canada role in overseeing coordinated action by provinces in preparation for potential Trump tariffs, Ontario initiatives to strengthen border security, local Honda EV investments, Ontario retrofit programs to recognize energy efficiency efforts and other important topics of interest in the riding. Thanks for listening!
Province of Ontario Building a New Hospital in Collingwood
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Almost $100 Million in Critical Infrastructure Funding is flowing to the Town of New Tecumseth, the Town of Collingwood and the Town of The Blue Mountains
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In the late 1960’s and early 1970’s, Collingwood’s CKCB 1400 radio was breaking new ground by “taking it to the street” on the first day of school.
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POINT2POINT Podcast: Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson and Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow talk about the critical roles smaller municipalities play in the makeup of a diverse economy in the riding. MPP Saunderson says farmers were the original entrepreneurs and they have evolved with changing times to remain strong economic drivers. MPP Saunderson is looking forward to what he referred to as exciting announcements focusing on infrastructure and health care in the coming weeks. These topics and more on this edition of the POINT2POINT Podcast.
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Remembering Our Friend Frank McNulty
If you met Frank McNulty once, you knew you had just made a new friend. He always had time to talk. He always had a good story to tell. For those of us “townies” we remember McNulty Printing at his first block downtown location back in the day. Frank McNulty was the print guy. We later found out he also was the music guy! He once worked for Motown Records. He was well connected and respected in jazz & blues circles in Toronto and south of the border, especially in New Orleans. He gave us the Collingwood Bluegrass Festival and later established the Collingwood Jazz & Blues Society. Frank was front and centre in the creation of various music initiatives created for the enjoyment of Collingwood residents and visitors to our town. For his tireless efforts in this field along with recognition for his many business committee volunteer contributions, he was awarded the Order of Collingwood in 2008. Ask him how things were going and he often said he was “silly busy,” a term I immediately borrowed and adopted as my own! Sadly, Frank McNulty has passed away. A great friend to Collingwood, Blue Mountain, south Georgian Bay, and to us all. Thank you Frank!
LOOKING BACK: It was an exciting, emotion-filled day on May 8, 2005 as the Collingwood Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 63, hosted a massive 60th anniversary celebration of Victory in Europe Day. (More photos – click here!)
Talking Simcoe-Grey South Georgian Bay Sports Excellence
New K-12 School Announced for Wasaga Beach
Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson was joined by Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce, Wasaga Beach town officials, officials of the Simcoe Muskoka District Catholic School Board and invited guests at the new Wasaga Stars Arena/Library recently to announce an investment by the province of $57.7 million for a new K-2 Catholic school in Wasaga Beach. In the latest edition of the POINT2POINT PODCAST, Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow talks with MPP Brian Saunderson about the announcement, how it might impact future school planning in the riding, and how the Ontario PC government continues to invest in school infrastructure throughout the province.
March 2024 POINT2POINT Podcast. Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow talks to Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson about energy related issues including a recent private member’s motion to see the Government of Canada eliminate the carbon tax on fuels used for the transportation of goods. Gow and Saunderson also talked about the Ontario government’s investment of almost $880,000 to connect more people to primary care teams in Simcoe-Grey. As always, an interesting and informative discussion. .
2023 Year in Review. Public Policy Advisor Trent Gow talks with Simcoe-Grey MPP Brian Saunderson in the latest episode of the POINT2POINT PODCAST.
Postcard from Collingwood. Say “cheese!” Collingwood Downtown has installed a large postcard mural in the new downtown square directly across the street from the clock tower. Grab your camera and take home a memory of your visit to historic Downtown Collingwood!
Tough Day in the Production Room! When you work in radio, some days, things don’t go as planned! The late Milt Conway left us with an hilarious outtake from a CHAY-FM failed production room session … and he wanted this tape to be kept and played to provide us with laughter. Mission accomplished!
20 Years for the Downtown Collingwood Farmers’ Market. It won’t be long until the parking lot at Pine and Second Streets in Downtown Collingwood will once again transition into a Saturday morning market. The Collingwood Downtown Farmers’ Market has just celebrated its 20th year of welcoming visitors to downtown Collingwood. We talked with Downtown Collingwood BIA General Manager Sue Nicholson about the success of this year’s market from May to today.
Here Comes the South Georgian Bay Sun. There are so many ways to access and explore the waterfront throughout South Georgian Bay. From Wasaga Beach to Meaford, walking, hiking and biking trails welcome visitors to see parts of the region that just can’t be visited by car. Today, we got up early and stopped by the Shipyards waterfront trails in Collingwood.
Looking Back to The Way We Were
Over the years, festivals of all sizes and shapes have come and gone. One of the most popular festivals was WORDSTOCK.
LOOKING BACK – COLLINGWOOD AM RADIO in the 1970’s. Our Looking Back series remembers Collingwood AM Radio in the 1970’s, and the people behind the microphones. CKCB was the sister station to CKBB 950 in Barrie, owned at that time by Ralph Snelgrove. Mr. Snelgrove had just sold CKVR Television, Channel 3 in Barrie and had to move the radio station. At this time, he was in the process of opening the new CKBB studios on Ferris Lane in Barrie.