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Grey Highlands Transportation Staff strive to provide the best service when it comes to our Municipal roads and sidewalks.
The Municipality of Grey Highlands Transportation Department is responsible for the following:
Civic Addressing (Fire Numbers)
If you have a property that does not have a Fire Number issued, you can apply for a civic number
Please submit the completed form to roads@greyhighlands.ca
If you require a replacement civic address blade, please contact roads@greyhighlands.ca about the process and cost.
Maintenance and Construction Updates
The Municipality has a responsibility to maintain its publicly traveled roadways, roadside allowances, sidewalks, parks and other Municipally owned properties to ensure the safety of all potential users. Under the Weed Control Act, all property owners are required to eliminate designated noxious weeds from lands over which they have possession, meaning that the Municipality has the obligation to destroy noxious weeds on Municipally-owned roads, and can be ordered to do so by the District Weed Inspector.
Public Notice of Pesticide Use
The Municipality intends to control wild chervil and other noxious weeds along various rural roadsides, commencing May 1, 2025 (weather permitting) and ending June 30, 2025. Completion of the full scope of work will be dependent upon budget availability.
2025 Wild Chervil Locations List
Weed and Vegetation Spraying Policy
If you plan on creating, changing, widening or modifying your driveway or entrance in any way, you will need to apply for an entrance permit.
Please submit completed form to roads@greyhighlands.ca
If an entrance is on a Grey County Road, please contact Grey County 519-376-7337 or click here for more information.
The reduced load restrictions have been lifted, effective May 1, 2025.
The annual reduced load period for all highways under the jurisdiction of the Municipality of Grey Highlands is typically March 1st to May 1st. Under the authority of the Reduced Load By-law 2019-018, the reduced load period may be altered if the Director determines that the condition of the highway is such that there is risk of damage to the highway if the reduce load is not imposed. The recent fluctuations in weather patterns have been negatively impacting many road surfaces. Roads will be monitored and further updates will be posted as conditions warrant.
Depending on existing and forecasted environmental conditions and the existing condition of the road network, the Director of Transportation & Public Spaces may, at his discretion, extend the “Load Restriction” period if deemed necessary. Check the Municipal website for updates.
Not all roads have signs posted. The restriction applies to all Municipal roads, regardless of where signs are posted.
Under the Highway Traffic Act, Section 122, reduced load restrictions are placed on trucks to protect Ontario's highways during spring thaw, when road damage is most likely to occur. Enforcement will be provided by the MTO and OPP officers.
Parking on municipal roads is regulated through our Parking By-law. Our By-law Enforcement Officer responds to any parking complaints or infractions within the municipality.
As a courtesy to local businesses relying on curbside pickup, please limit on-street parking to 2 hours in business areas.
The Municipality has implemented a Private Road Grant Program to help private road associations with the costs incurred from maintaining the private road. Grant applications are to be submitted each year by September 30th.
Eligible costs for road maintenance may include snow plowing, road grading, tree removal and trimming, noxious weed control, gravel, dust control, roadside grass cutting, road drainage including ditches and catch basins, road reconstruction and road surfacing.
Grants are calculated based on the length of road, on a per-linear metre basis (one-way) and the amount of any grant (if any) shall be at the discretion of the Municipality.
Private road associations with existing maintenance agreements with the Municipality are not eligible to apply.
This policy sets standards for the installation and maintenance of private mailboxes and waste/recycling containers within the municipal road allowance, in accordance with the Canada Post Mailbox Receptacle Regulations (SOR/83-743) and the Municipality of Grey Highlands' Mailbox and Waste/Recycling Container Policy.
Transportation Staff are responsible for maintaining municipal roads and sidewalks including patrolling to check for:
Please report any problems you see on a municipal road or sidewalk.
For after-hour road emergencies, please call 519-986-4069.
The Transportation and Public Spaces Department is responsible for winter maintenance on municipal roads and sidewalks. Crews work diligently to clear snow and ice quickly, in accordance with the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways, O. Reg. 239/02.
County roads are the responsibility of Grey County and are named numerically (Grey Road 4, Grey Road 14, etc). Questions related to Grey County roads should be directed to 519-376-7337.
Click here for Grey County road conditions, closures and cameras.
Highway 10 is a Provincial road and is the responsibility of the Ministry of Transportation. Questions can be directed to the Owen Sound office at 519-376-7350.
Click here for Provincial Highway Road Closures.
Related Links
Environment Canada Weather Office - Owen Sound
The Weather Network Forecast - Grey Highlands
Municipal 511 displays all current road construction, road closures and maintenance activities.
A “Significant Weather Event” is defined as an approaching or occurring weather hazard with the potential to pose a significant danger to users of the highways within a municipality. Weather Hazards are determined by Environment Canada as meeting the criteria for the issuance of an alert under its Public Weather Alerting Program.
This declaration suspends the standard timelines required for municipalities to meet their winter maintenance objectives until the municipality declares the significant weather event has ended. Once an SWE has ended, standard timelines for winter maintenance activities will begin. The times are in accordance with the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways, O. Reg. 239/02
The intent of a declaration is to notify the public that due to the current weather conditions, caution is to be exercised when travelling on the Municipality's streets and sidewalks, and that it may take longer than usual to restore them to the normal condition.
For after hours road emergencies please call 519-986-4069.
For all other emergencies, call 9-1-1
Residents are reminded that restrictions for on-street parking are in effect during winter months. Parked vehicles reduce our ability to efficiently clear roads during snow events.
From November 15th to March 31st, there is no parking on any municipal road or street from 12:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Parked vehicles in contravention of the Municipality's By-law to Regulate Parking, By-law No. 2019-104 will be issued a penalty notice which may include a $30 fine and the vehicle being towed at the owner's expense. The operational condition of a vehicle is not an exemption to these requirements.
The Municipality would like to thank motorists in advance for their continued support in making our streets safer through the winter season.
Weather and road conditions can vary widely due to the size and geography of Grey Highlands. Motorists are encouraged to check the weather conditions before venturing out.
Grey County Road Conditions, Closures and Cameras
Road safety is a shared responsibility between motorists, cyclists and pedestrians that contributes to the safety of all road users.
Road construction presents many hazards for drivers. As roads narrow and lanes decrease, traffic will slow or come to a complete stop. Traffic patterns may change and drivers will have to deal with uneven surfaces and narrowed lanes bordered by barricades and signs.
These dangerous conditions create the perfect opportunity for road construction accidents if motorists are not paying attention and following the rules of the road.
Adhere to posted speed limits and other signage on the road.
Avoid distractions while driving.
Plan ahead to avoid delays.
Treat construction zones as if they were your own workplace.
Traffic signs give you important information about the law, warn you about dangerous conditions and help you find your way. Signs use different symbols, colours and shapes for easy identification.
Signs you can see on Ontario roads can be found here.
Stop signs are put in place for a reason, and it’s actually illegal not to stop completely at each one you come across.
Here are three reasons why you should always stop:
The Law Requires Stopping
It’s a simple answer, but you should always stop at a stop sign simply because it’s illegal not to. Doing so at any time can warrant a traffic violation ticket.
The Safety of Others
The safety of others as well as yourself can be compromised by rolling through a stop sign. Pedestrians rely on drivers stopping in order for them to cross the street safely. A quick glance can easily miss pedestrians crossing, especially small children, resulting in a pedestrian accident or a traffic accident with another vehicle.
Creates a Sense of Uncertainty
The road is no place for uncertainty, but that’s what a rolling stop gives to other drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians. If another individual is unsure whether you will roll through or completely stop at a stop sign, it can affect his or her actions and driving decisions in a destructive or unsafe way.
Be visible. Be Seen.
Be visible. Be Seen.
Did you know, from half hour before sunset to half hour after sunrise, you must have a front white light and either a rear red reflector or rear red light. You also need to have a light on your bike when it’s dark due to rain, fog, or snow.
Without a light, you become invisible at night. With lights, reflectors, reflective tape, and bright clothing, you can be seen again.
The Ontario Highway Traffic Act requires that all cyclists have proper lighting when riding in the dark
For additional safety measures visit ontario.ca/page/bicycle-safety.
Be visible. Be seen.
As a pedestrian, you can help keep the roads safe for everyone. Here are some safety tips:
As a pedestrian, you can help keep the roads safe for everyone by following these rules for road crossing:
At pedestrian crossings
At a traffic light
Sidewalks
If there is no sidewalk on a street, or if you use a wheelchair or scooter and the sidewalk you encounter is not wheelchair-accessible street, you should:
When skies are dark or there are poor weather conditions, travellers have reduced visibility and are at greater risk Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists can follow these important tips to arrive safely
For additional safety members visit ontario.ca/page/pedestrian-safety.
Horse-drawn vehicles can travel between 3-16 kilometer/hour and will have a slow moving vehicle sign or reflective tape on the rear of the buggy. Some buggies may have lights that allow them to travel at night.
Slow down and use caution when approaching horse-drawn vehicles. Keep a safe distance when following and pass only when safe and legal to do so. Maintain ample distance from the horse when overtaking such traffic to avoid scaring or startling the horse.
Remember safety is everyone’s responsibility!
Highway Traffic Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8 (ontario.ca)
Approaching ridden or driven horses, etc.
167 Every person having the control or charge of a motor vehicle or motor assisted bicycle on a highway, when approaching a horse or other animal that is drawing a vehicle or being driven, led or ridden, shall operate, manage and control the motor vehicle or motor assisted bicycle so as to exercise every reasonable precaution to prevent the frightening of the horse or other animal and to ensure the safety and protection of any person driving, leading or riding upon the horse or other animal or being in any vehicle drawn by the horse or other animal. R.S.O. 1990, c. H.8, s. 167.
Contact Us
Municipality of Grey Highlands
PO Box 409
206 Toronto Street South
Markdale, ON
N0C 1H0
Phone: 519-986-2811
Toll free: 1-888-342-4059
Fax: 519-986-3643
Email: info@greyhighlands.ca
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
