Municipal Support Services Inc.

05/12/2026

❗️Lost Dog❗️

On May 12, 2026, animal control collected a friendly dog on Highway 89 in the Township. The below information was obtained by animal control services.

•Intact adult male
•Very friendly and loves people
•No dog tag or Mircochip

If you recognize this sweet boy, please contact animal control services at 226-910-1322 to arrange collection.

The dog will be held for three business days in accordance with Canine Control By-Law 2024-078 as amended. The dog will be moved to a adoption facility after the mandatory three-day holding period.

Should you be the owner of this dog please contact Municipal Support Services (MSS) on 226-910-1322.

05/10/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

Municipal Support Services Inc. (“MSS”) is aware of the recent incident that occurred in a neighboring Ontario municipality and the significant public discussion surrounding the matter online.

First and foremost, incidents involving animals can be highly emotional for communities, and we recognize the concern many individuals have expressed regarding the situation.

However, MSS wishes to clarify that our organization had no involvement in the incident being referenced and was not connected to the matter in any investigative, enforcement, or operational capacity.

Despite this, MSS and members of our staff have recently been subjected to online attacks, misinformation, and public commentary incorrectly associating our organization with events entirely outside of our involvement. We respectfully ask that members of the public ensure information shared online is accurate before drawing conclusions involving individuals, municipalities, or organizations.

Municipal Support Services Inc. remains committed to providing professional law enforcement services to the communities we serve across Ontario. Our organization will continue to operate with professionalism, accountability, and respect for the public, municipal partners, and communities we work alongside each day.

We appreciate the continued support of our municipal partners, clients, and community members.

Municipal Support Services Inc.

04/22/2026

ATTENTION TOWN OF MONO!

Female husky, great pyr, shepherd mix. She is approximately 2-4 years old. She also has front and rear dewclaws. Found on Third Line EHS Town Of Mono.

She was found with no collar, no microchip, and no identification.

2nd dog, male Husky/ great Pyrenees cross. No ID, No collar / chip.

Dogs are suspected to have been running together.

Please call 226 910 1322 if you know the owners or have any information on these two dogs.

04/16/2026

01/31/2026

Condolences from Municipal Support Services to family, friends and fellow soldiers of Canadian Armed Forces member, Gunner Sebastian Halmagean, who has died while deployed on Operation REASSURANCE in Latvia. 🇨🇦

12/13/2025

🎄 MSS Food Drive Wrap-Up 🎄

We’re proud to share the results of the first-ever community engagement initiative undertaken by Municipal Support Services—and the response from the community exceeded every expectation.

📊 Event Metrics

⏱️ 4 total hours of on-site engagement over 2 days

📦 388 donated items collected

⚖️ Approximately 400 lbs of non-perishable food
🥫 Donation Breakdown

Canned vegetables, soups, and proteins
Boxed pasta, rice, and dry goods
Bagged pantry staples and shelf-stable items

🤝 To Our Community Partners: Our sincere thanks to , Markdale, and the for their cooperation, support, and commitment to serving local families.

👮‍♂️ To Our Officers: A special and heartfelt thank-you to our MSS officers, who volunteered their personal time to stand in the cold, engage with the public, and collect donations for those in need this Christmas. Your dedication reflects the values we stand for—service, professionalism, and community-first leadership.

🎁 And finally, a very big thank-you to the Grey Highlands community and Grey County residents for their generosity, kindness, and for spreading Christmas cheer when it matters most.

This milestone marks the beginning of a stronger, more connected approach to community engagement at MSS—and it’s only up from here.

12/10/2025

🎉 Municipal Support Services – Community Engagement Kickoff 🎉

We’re launching our volunteer season with a food drive you won’t want to miss! MSS has received the green light from Foodland Markdale to set up shop this Thursday & Friday — and we’re ready to bring the community together for a great cause. 💪❤️

📍 Location: Foodland, Markdale
📅 Dates: December 11 & 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. both days

Our team will be on-site with tables and donation bins, collecting non-perishable food items 🥫🍝🥫 and engaging with the public. Have a question about by-laws or animal control? 🐾📘 Our staff will be happy to chat and provide guidance.

✨ All donations will support the Flesherton Community Love Committee, helping local families and strengthening community connections.

Stop by, donate if you can, say hello, and help us kick off the season with purpose. Together, we make the difference. 🙌❤️

09/24/2025

We can report that we now have custody of this dog. The dog has been transported to a local animal hospital and is receiving care. Please call 226-910-1322 if you know the owners or are the owner.

are trying to locate the owner of a female hound dog mix that was sadly involved in a motor vehicle collision around 5PM this evening.

Location: County Road 109, between County Road 12 and 6th Line, Amaranth.

Incident Reference: E251297293
If you have any information, please contact 1-888-310-1122.

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Dufferin County
Crime Stoppers of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka
Dufferin 411
Dufferin County Paramedic Service

09/17/2025

🚨 Community Safety in Action 🚨

At approximately 2:00 AM, while responding to a routine alarm call in Barrie, Southwestern Defence security operatives uncovered something far more critical than a faulty door sensor.

While investigating the source of the alarm at a local school, our agents located a previously reported missing child.

✅ Our communications centre was immediately notified, and police were dispatched.
✅ Leveraging their prior knowledge of the school grounds, our agents guided officers through the building and assisted in securing the site.
✅ Thanks to quick coordination, the child was safely reunited with their parents.

This incident highlights the real value our team provides—beyond safeguarding property, our agents are protecting the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

A special thank you to the Barrie Police Service for their swift response and collaboration. 👏

09/05/2025

Did you know that the Township of Southgate Canine Control By-law states that:
• All dogs must be licensed;
• Dogs must not run at large;
• All dogs must always be leashed when off of the owners property; and
• Leashes must be no longer than 1.8 metres (6 feet)

A dog is considered to be running at large when it is found in a place other than the property of the owner and the dog is not on a leash or under the care of a person capable of handling and controlling the dog.

Ensuring that your dog is not running at large helps:
• Protect your dog for harm;
• Prevent unwanted encounters; and
• Keep public spaces safe for everyone

If your dog is found running at large it may be impounded, and you may incur fines and impound fees. For more information, visit the Canine Control page at www.southgate.ca.