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At the height of a Barrie summer, there’s no sound quite like laughter echoing across a sun-soaked yard, the air broken by the gentle arc of a lawn sprinkler and the delighted shrieks of children racing through its cool spray. For families watching their budgets, the challenge is clear: how to keep lawns green and […]
Sprinkler savings that spark summertime smiles for kids Read More »
Some investors chase digital assets for the thrill, others for the promise of stability. But as stablecoins and Ethereum make headlines, the rules for Canadian investors are quickly evolving—and the stakes have never been higher. Stablecoins are digital assets tethered to traditional currencies like the U.S. dollar, designed to cut through the crypto chaos and
What Canadian investors need to know about stablecoin regulation Read More »
Ontario’s manufacturing hubs and tech corridors aren’t just watching federal defence budgets—they’re staking their future on them. With Canada’s government racing to hit NATO’s defence target, the question isn’t if new spending will reach local economies, but how much it can actually change the game for Ontario’s businesses and workers. The push to meet NATO’s
What happens to Ontario jobs when defence spending surges? Read More »
Not long ago, an ordinary trip to the grocery store in Barrie was just that: ordinary. Now, with each careful selection of maple-leaf-branded goods and locally roasted coffee beans, residents signal a subtle act of defiance shaped by forces well beyond city limits. The spark? A trade war ignited by U.S. President Donald Trump, whose
Shops see Canadian pride surge as U.S. trade tensions bite Read More »
Once, scissors ruled Saturday mornings. Now, smartphone screens light up with digital deals before breakfast. The shift is unmistakable—those stubborn little paper coupons, once a staple in Canadian kitchens, are giving way to an era where AI and apps do the heavy lifting. The times they are a changing, and it’s not just the tools—it’s
Tech is quietly reshaping how bargain hunters shop beyond flyers Read More »
A viral trend has swept across Canadian screens: everyday people swapping traditional financial experts for advice from online personalities. The question is, can trust built in a sixty-second video shape the fate of a hard-earned paycheque? Across the country, Canadians—young adults, retirees, and everyone in between—are tuning in to TikTok and YouTube, seeking tips on
Is your favourite influencer really a financial expert? Read More »
Ontario’s decision to let private health centres seek licenses for orthopedic surgeries has stirred both anticipation and scrutiny across the province. The Ontario government has signalled a significant shift in the province’s healthcare delivery by opening the door for private health centres to apply for licenses to perform orthopedic surgeries. This move puts private organizations
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Ontario’s forest firefighters are finally seeing their hourly wage move in a direction that matches the risks they face, thanks to a $3 per hour pay increase announced by the province. This policy doesn’t just tweak a paycheque—it signals a shift in how essential public sector work is valued during a time of escalating wildfires.
Pay raise or overdue correction for Ontario’s forest firefighters? Read More »
Every city must decide who gets to shape its public spaces: the people who use them daily, or the businesses eager to leave their mark. Orillia has chosen to ask its residents directly. The City of Orillia stands at a crossroads, seeking ways to fund community programs while preserving the character of its parks, arenas,
Orillia Invites Residents to Weigh In on Balancing Public Spaces and Private Interests Read More »
Ask a young adult in Barrie what their ideal family looks like, and you’ll likely hear a number smaller than their parents’. The catch? Even that modest vision feels out of reach for many. Barrie is not immune to the forces reshaping family size across Canada. While national headlines trumpet a record-low fertility rate of
Are Barrie’s Hopes for Bigger Families Fading or Just Changing? Read More »
