Alex Ruff, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MP 2019. (Submitted photo)Alex Ruff, Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MP 2019. (Submitted photo)
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Ruff to hold meeting this week to discuss housing issues in Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound

The Member of Parliament for Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound is setting up a Housing Task Force in order to discuss local challenges related to the ongoing housing crisis.

Alex Ruff says the challenge transcends all levels of government, the private sector, and not-for-profit communities, and so a collaborative approach is required."

The meeting is scheduled to run from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 1st, in the gymnasium at the Sydenham Campus, located at 1130 8th Street East in Owen Sound.

There is also a digital option for those wishing to participate virtually, which can be acquired by emailing Ruff's office at Alex.Ruff@parl.gc.ca.

Ruff has asked that anyone who is interested in sharing info at the meeting to contact his office no later than 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 31st.

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