June 1, 2025

Watson and Blair Celebrate Owen Sound Grand Opening

Press Release

Watson and Blair are proud to announce the successful conclusion of its anticipated grand opening celebration, marking the official launch of its store and showroom in Owen Sound.

The grand opening event, held on May 22, 2025, welcomed an enthusiastic crowd of customers, community members, vendors and partners who gathered to celebrate this exciting new chapter. Highlights of the event included the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, product demos from numerous vendors, promotional giveaways and tasty food provided by local restaurants.

“We are thrilled by the incredible turnout and the warm welcome we received from the community” said Derek Brooks, President of Watson, Blair, and DL Rigney. “This grand opening is not only a celebration of our vision coming to life, but also a promise to provide quality, service and innovation to our customers every day moving forward.” Watson and Blair aim to be a vital part of the local community by offering interior and exterior building materials and creating opportunities for collaboration, economic growth, and customer engagement.

As the grand opening festivities have come to a conclusion, Watson and Blair are excited to begin their journey with a strong foundation and a commitment to excellence. The team looks forward to welcoming new customers, building lasting relationship, and becoming a trusted part of the Owen Sound community.

Contact Corrina Seed, Marketing & Communications Manager c. 647.678.5041 | o. 416.800.1530 | corrina.seed@gmscanada.ca

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