Today’s top- stories for Barrie residents.
In the corridors of local power, Innisfil is no longer content to watch decisions unfold from the sidelines. Recent appointments to Simcoe County’s key committees signal a shift in influence that could shape the region’s direction for years to come. Simcoe County council, a body whose work often escapes public scrutiny, has long relied on […]
From airport to economy, Innisfil’s council influence grows stronger Read More »
Nearly 51,000 Ontarians closed the door behind them last year, each suitcase a testament to a shifting national tide. In 2024, the province that once drew hopeful newcomers now leads Canada’s exodus—a migration wave not seen since the days of Expo 67. Ontario’s outsized role in this historic movement is impossible to ignore. According to
Who’s leaving Ontario? Charting Canada’s migration crossroads Read More »
On an ordinary Sunday, the first ripple of change can slip beneath the surface of a city almost unnoticed—unless you happen to be waiting at an empty bus stop, phone in hand, wondering if your neighbourhood finally made the map. This June, Barrie residents in the city’s south won’t have to wonder much longer. Barrie
Will New ToD Zones in Barrie Change Your Commute? Read More »
If intimate partner violence were the result of rabid dogs roaming Ontario, the province would not hesitate to act. Yet when faced with the stark reality of such violence—persistently lethal, statistically overwhelming, and devastating for thousands—the Ford government continues to resist calling it what it is: an epidemic. Ontario’s refusal, even after committee hearings and
Examining how public health, politics, and intimate partner violence intersect Read More »
A thick, smoky veil drapes over Barrie’s skyline, muting the usual vibrancy of June. It’s not the city’s first brush with wildfire haze this year, and judging by Environment Canada’s latest warnings, it won’t be the last. Wildfire smoke has become a relentless character in Simcoe County’s story, creeping through open windows, settling on porches,
Here’s what air quality statements mean for your health Read More »
Canada’s job market just hit a nine-year high for unemployment outside the pandemic—but in Ontario, every uptick in that rate feels like a direct jolt to the country’s economic backbone. Ontario’s workers, business owners, and policymakers are staring down a labour market that’s suddenly a lot less forgiving. May’s national unemployment rate climbed to 7%,
Ontario and the New Face of Canadian Unemployment Read More »
Every spring, the annual CAA Worst Roads campaign reads like a roll call of Ontario’s most infamous potholes and headaches. This year, as Banwell Road in Windsor claims the dubious honour of worst in the Southwest, Barrie drivers might well breathe a sigh of relief—because, truth be told, it could be worse. Roads shape the
Could Be Worse: Barrie’s Roads Compared to Windsor and Beyond Read More »
Neon jerseys shimmer on Jasper Avenue. Horns blare, strangers exchange grins, and for one electric moment, the lines that divide melt away. In Alberta, as the Oilers chase the Stanley Cup, it isn’t just a game—it’s a living, breathing testament to how sport can bind a province, and, just maybe, a country. The Oilers’ surge
Hockey Unites the Prairies as the Oilers Ignite Canadian Passion Read More »
Picture a Barrie where artificial intelligence doesn’t just recommend your next novel, but helps manage city services and reshapes entire industries. That future, led by artificial general intelligence, could arrive sooner than many expect—and with it, both promise and peril for every resident. Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) isn’t just another tech buzzword. It signals a
Barrie Residents Face Big Changes as AGI Becomes Part of Daily Life Read More »
Homeowners and hopeful buyers across Simcoe County are about to face a pivotal opportunity: on June 18, Barrie opens its doors to expert insight that could reshape how locals understand and navigate the shifting housing market. The Peggy Hill Team, led by local real estate figure Peggy Hill, is hosting a one-night-only event designed for
Are Simcoe County Home Values Set for Change? Read More »
