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Today’s top- stories for Barrie residents.

Discover If Ottawa’s Royals Find More Fun in Hockey or Carriages

Picture the anticipation: Ottawa’s tree-lined avenues glimmer in the May sun, hearts beating just a bit faster in the city’s core. Today, the capital is not just hosting a royal visit—it’s playfully daring to show King Charles and Queen Camilla just how much fun one can squeeze from a Canadian day. The city hums as […]

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Tariff Uncertainty Sends Canada Goose Forecast into Deep Freeze

Who picks up the bill when tariffs bite and luxury sales soar? As Canada Goose posts robust numbers but withholds its annual outlook, the answer to who’s paying Trump’s tariffs is anything but straightforward. Canada Goose, the Toronto-based apparel giant, landed at the centre of a trade storm this past quarter. While the company’s iconic

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Allen Family: Their 25-Year Walk for Alzheimer’s Awareness

In the heart of Innisfil, the Allen family, affectionately known as the ‘Goldie Gang,’ has quietly woven a legacy of compassion and dedication. For 25 years, they’ve walked, fundraised, and advocated for Alzheimer’s awareness, demonstrating how one family’s commitment can profoundly impact their community and the Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County. The Allen family’s journey

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Carney’s Plan to Secure Canada’s Place in the World

The illusion of stability has been shattered, revealing a world where authoritarian aggression and technological disruption threaten the very foundations of Canada’s security, prosperity, and global standing. Re-elected Prime Minister Mark Carney faces the imperative of rethinking Canada’s defence, alliances, and influence. Half-measures are no longer an option; bold investments in national security, international partnerships,

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Kingston bestiality case elicits community response

In Kingston, Ontario, a recent investigation has brought to light disturbing allegations of bestiality, shaking the community and raising critical questions about animal rights, legal boundaries, and ethical responsibilities. The case involves two individuals charged with bestiality and injuring an animal, stemming from graphic images and videos discovered on cellphones during a drug-related investigation. The

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Barrie residents should prepare for potential mail disruptions

A possible Canada Post strike looms over Barrie, with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) issuing a strike notice that could halt mail delivery by Friday. With a looming Friday deadline, residents and businesses should consider getting their mail out before Friday, because the potential disruption could affect everyone. The CUPW, representing approximately 55,000

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Will a foodbelt tariff-proof Ontario agriculture?

In an age marked by increasing global instability, Ontario faces a pressing need to safeguard its food supply. The proposal for an Ontario foodbelt, championed by MPPs Mike Schreiner and Bobbi Ann Brady, represents a crucial step towards protecting the province’s agricultural sector and ensuring food security for future generations. This initiative, reminiscent of past

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Economic Uncertainty Impacts Barrie’s Summer Housing Market

Barrie’s housing market is experiencing an unusual summer, defying typical seasonal trends. While the rest of Canada anticipates a market warm-up, Barrie faces a slowdown, prompting questions about what factors are at play and how this impacts local residents. Across Canada, the housing market shows signs of cooling compared to last year. According to the

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