The economic region of Huron, Perth, Bruce and Grey counties is facing a rapid surge in its senior population at the same time as there is a disturbing drop in healthcare workers.

South Huron’s drinking water system in 2025 withstood 13 water main breaks and leaks, 25 shutdowns by the Lake Huron water supply system and a lightning strike that knocked out equipment at the Huron Park Tower.

South Huron council is being warned that a proposal to triple development charges would put housing out of the reach of new buyers and risk stifling the local economy.