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Owen Sound Referral Club
Striving for business growth through referrals and networking in Owen Sound and the surrounding Grey-Bruce counties.
Warm Toes, Warm Hearts — Thank You, Owen Sound 💛![]()
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As we wrap up our November Warm Toes, Warm Hearts Sock Drive, our hearts are incredibly full.![]()
With the help of our amazing community, the Owen Sound Referral Club collected 617 pairs of socks — each one a small act of kindness that will make a very real difference.![]()
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These socks will be distributed through United Way of Bruce Grey to support vital community initiatives, including:![]()
• Supportive Outreach Service (SOS) Markets![]()
• Bruce County Outreach (BCO) Markets![]()
• Family Assist Markets (FAM)![]()
• Owen Sound Police![]()
• Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce![]()
• Women’s House Serving Bruce & Grey![]()
• Safe N’ Sound![]()
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Over 100 pairs of socks are handed out every week to those who need them most. Something as simple as a warm pair of socks creates connection — trust, inclusion, safety — and reminds people that their community cares.![]()
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To honour this impact, the Owen Sound Referral Club is also donating $1 for every pair collected, contributing $620 to the United Way to further support their ongoing work in our region.![]()
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A huge thank you to our drop-off location members— Wendy Adams - Advisor, Sun Life, OK Tire Owen Sound (Owen Sound) Miller Insurance Brokers Owen Sound, and Total Recovery Massage Therapy & Wellness for helping us gather these donations with open hearts.![]()
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From the tips of our toes to the top of our hearts — thank you, Owen Sound, for showing up with compassion and community spirit. 💛🧦![]()
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If you’re looking for meaningful ways to give this holiday season, you can explore opportunities through the United Way at:![]()
unitedwayofbrucegrey.com/giving/ways-to-give/![]()
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#OwenSound #GreyBruce #CommunityStrong #UnitedWay #WarmToesWarmHearts #SupportLocal #SmallBusinessCommunity #OSReferralClub #LocalImpact #CommunityCare #KindnessInAction #OSReferralClub
Most people think their elevator pitch should highlight who they are.![]()
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But the truth? A powerful pitch is actually about who you help and how you make their life easier.![]()
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People forget job titles.![]()
But they never forget how you can help them.![]()
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Here’s the shift:![]()
🛑 Stop leading with “I am…”![]()
🏁 Start leading with “I help…”![]()
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Next week, we’ll break down the simple structure that makes your pitch stick.![]()
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#OwenSoundBusiness #GreyBruceSmallBiz #OSReferralGroup![]()
#BusinessNetworkingTips #EntrepreneurCommunity![]()
#LocalConnections #SmallBizSupport
Kristy from United Way of Bruce Grey shared a quick rundown this morning during her presentation on how to make the biggest impact when giving to local charities. She highlighted why monetary gifts stretch the farthest, which clothing, food, and toiletry items are most needed, and how thoughtful donations support dignity and choice in our community. If you’d like to learn more or have any questions, reach out to fundraiser@unitedwaybg.com. ![]()
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If you'd like any information about our club, please visit here: osreferralclub.ca/contact/
We are officially one week away from wrapping up our Warm Toes, Warm Hearts Sock Drive and we are so grateful for the incredible community support so far.![]()
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If you’ve been thinking about donating now is the time! Our drive closes December 3 so be sure to drop off your *new sock donations at one of our participating drop off locations:![]()
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📍Sun Life - East Side![]()
📍OK Tire - East Side![]()
📍Miller Insurance - West Side![]()
📍Total Recovery - West Side ![]()
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Every pair helps keep someone warm this winter and reminds our community that kindness truly matters ❄️ 💙![]()
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Drop off by December 3, 2025 and help us spread warmth from the toes up!
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