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Today’s top- stories for Barrie residents.

A Fresh Chapter in Canada-US Economic and Security Partnerships

Featured, Politics /

Canada and the United States have long shared a bond cemented by geography, history, and mutual interests. But as the world shifts and challenges arise, both nations find themselves grappling with how best to navigate their future together. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement of upcoming negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump marks a pivotal moment […]

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Affordable Ways to Protect Your Barrie Business This Spring

Unreliable Weather /

As freezing rain threatens to blanket Barrie in ice, local businesses must act swiftly to protect their operations and ensure safety during severe weather conditions. Winter is no stranger to Barrie, but the spring season brings an icy reminder of the havoc storms can wreak. With forecasts predicting up to 10 millimetres of ice accumulation,

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The Economic Ripple Effect of Buying Canadian in Barrie

Business, Featured, News /

The growing animosity of international trade wars may be rattling global markets, but it’s quietly reshaping the local economies of cities like Barrie, Ontario, in ways once considered unlikely. When U.S. tariffs raise the stakes, the ‘Buy Canadian’ movement emerges as both an economic defence mechanism and a rallying cry for consumers to prioritize homegrown

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How America’s Perception of Allies Shifts Under Trump

Featured, News /

For decades, the United States and Canada shared more than a border—they shared a partnership rooted in trust, economic collaboration, and military alliances. Yet today, that relationship appears fractured, defined less by unity and more by partisan divide within the United States itself. Under President Donald Trump, American perceptions of global allies have undergone a

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Sports, Politics, and the Emotional Tug of National Anthems

Sports /

It’s nearly impossible to separate sports from the broader societal and political currents swirling around them. Why do stadiums become battlegrounds for political opinions? Can you blame fans for reacting? The Toronto Blue Jays’ home opener in March 2025 is a prime example of how the sports world often intersects with political tensions. As the

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Canada Takes to the Highways: A Creative Approach to Tariff Education

Politics /

In the heart of Milwaukee, a simple yet striking digital billboard flashes an unorthodox plea: “Tariffs Are A Tax.” This bold message, paid for by the Government of Canada, is at the centre of an ambitious campaign aimed at educating Americans about the economic impact of tariffs. While billboards are a staple of roadside advertising,

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A Conservative Fortress Faces a Liberal Revival in BSOM

Politics /

On the surface, Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte (BSOM) appears unshakable—a steadfast Conservative stronghold since its inception. But beneath its calm political waters, signs of change are quietly emerging. Dr. Rose Zacharias, a seasoned family physician and former president of the Ontario Medical Association, is no stranger to uphill battles. After finishing second in the 2023 provincial election against

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Does Barrie Fit the Mold? Analyzing Ontario’s Voter Trends

Politics /

Ontario has long been a pivotal player in Canada’s political landscape, and recent polling data suggests this trend is more relevant now than ever. Internal polling from Premier Doug Ford’s Progressive Conservatives has revealed a significant lead for the federal Liberal Party in Ontario, casting doubts on the Conservative Party’s prospects for the upcoming election.

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