Seymour Streets, Author at Barrie's Daily News Magazine

Oro-Medonte’s Licensing Plan: Cracking Down on STR Violations

Real Estate / March 26, 2025

Illegal short-term rentals have long disrupted communities, but Oro-Medonte is saying enough is enough. With a comprehensive plan in motion, the township aims to wrest control back from rogue operators. The serene township of Oro-Medonte, known for its picturesque landscapes and tight-knit community spirit, has found itself battling a modern menace: illegal short-term rentals (STRs). […]

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Why Political Instability in the US Could Drive Canadian Travel Interest Including Barrie

Food & Drink, News / March 26, 2025

Political turbulence south of the border isn’t just fodder for late-night talk shows—it’s reshaping travel trends in profound and unexpected ways. When political storms brew in the United States, the ripple effects often reach far and wide. For some Americans, this unrest has sparked a desire to escape, even if just temporarily, to a place

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Canada Slams the Brakes on Tesla’s EV Rebates

News / March 25, 2025

When it comes to Canada’s EV rebate programs, it seems Tesla may have hit a speed bump—or rather, a $43-million pothole. In a dramatic turn of events, Canada has frozen $43 million in rebate payments to Tesla, citing concerns over a last-minute surge in claims submitted just as the program was winding down. The move

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What US Tariffs Could Mean for SMEs in Canada and Barrie

News / March 25, 2025

Brace yourselves: the winds of economic change are blowing, and they’re loaded with a 25% tariff payload that Canada—and particularly regions like Barrie—is grappling to withstand. Take a moment to imagine this: a hardworking small business owner in Barrie. She’s spent years crafting a loyal customer base south of the border, relying on those U.S.

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Why Barrie Condo Buyers Are Moving at a Snail’s Pace

Real Estate / March 23, 2025

It’s funny how sunshine and melting snow can breathe new life into a city—alongside its condo market. You’d think Barrie’s buyers were hibernating all winter, only to cautiously pop their heads out, blinking into the sunlight, in search of the perfect deal. But here we are: the slow burn of Barrie’s condo-buying scene continues. We

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Short Campaign, Big Impact: Canada’s April 28 Election

News, Politics / March 22, 2025

Imagine being handed a sprinting ticket for a race, but rather than the usual distance, it’s cut in half. That’s kind of what Canada’s upcoming federal election feels like — a quick dash through political history, leaving no time to catch your breath. The date is set for April 28, 2025, marking what will be

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Elmvale’s Best Export? Canada’s Funniest Guy!

Arts & Culture, People / March 22, 2025

If laughter is the best medicine, Daniel Shaw might just be Canada’s very own prescription-strength cure. His journey from Elmvale kid to comedy kingpin isn’t your usual rags-to-riches tale; it’s more like a “giggles-to-greatness” saga – with a few splash pants moments thrown in for flair. Born and raised in Allenwood Beach, Shaw credits those

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