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Police services across North America are experiencing increasing demand on their non-emergency phone lines. Calls related to minor property damage, lost property, and general inquiries often account for a significant portion of a dispatcher’s workload. While these calls are important,  they frequently compete with higher-priority operational duties that require immediate human attention. As call volumes continue to rise, police services are exploring new technologies to improve accessibility, efficiency, and response times for the public.

*** the 9-1-1 ISSUE related to the Bell Copper lines has been resolved as of 9:40 am ***

Public Safety Notice – Owen Sound & Surrounding Area

BELL LANDLINE customers in Owen Sound and surrounding area may experience disruptions when calling 9-1-1 today. Bell is actively working to resolve the issue.

If you are unable to reach 9-1-1 from a landline, please use a cell phone. There is no impact to cellular service at this time.

We will share updates as they become available. Your safety remains our top priority.

Officers Attacked By Dog During Impaired Arrest

Owen Sound police officers were attacked by a dog as its owner was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

The Owen Sound Police Service has laid a charge in connection with a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on February 17, 2026.