Archive for May 2025
NEW MEMBER BENEFIT:Â BIZZZ.CA
NEW MEMBER BENEFIT: BIZZZ.CA Ready to create a BUZZZ on BIZZZ.ca? [May 22, 2025] We’re excited to share a new free benefit of your Barrie Chamber membership: Your business now has an enhanced profile on Bizzz.ca – Canada’s national Chamber business directory. This platform helps consumers and businesses discover verified Chamber members like you. Your enhanced listing…
Read More2025 Director Nominations: A Message from the President
2025 Director Nominations: A Message from the President Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Dear Members and Representatives, As I wrap up my first year as President of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, I’m proud of the progress we’ve made. Both as an organization and as a champion for Barrie’s business community. When the pandemic…
Read MorePress Release: 2025 Ontario Budget
Press Release: 2025 Ontario Budget READ THE 2025 ONTARIO BUDGET RAPID POLICY UPDATE On May 15, 2025, the Government of Ontario released its 2025 Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario. The following is a summary of highlights from the perspective of Ontario’s business community, organized according to the OCC’s four economic imperatives to drive inclusive, sustainable growth.…
Read More2025 Ontario Budget Submission
2025 Ontario Budget Submission Ontario Budget Must Boost Growth, Productivity and Global Competitiveness Ahead of Budget 2025, Ontario Chamber reveals its recommendations to Minister of Finance FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2025 (Toronto – May 14, 2025) – As Ontario prepares to table its 2025 Budget, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) has released…
Read MoreA Win for the Region: New Agreement Unlocks Future Growth
A Win for the Region: New Agreement Unlocks Future Growth Image Source: City of Barrie MEDIA STATEMENT For Immediate Release [Barrie, ON – May 9, 2025] The Barrie Chamber of Commerce welcomes today’s announcement from the City of Barrie and the Township of Springwater regarding their proposed boundary adjustment and servicing agreement. This display of…
Read MoreCall for Board Nominations
Call for Board Nominations The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce has been representing business since 1926, and enters its 99th year with a mission of championing economic growth and quality of life by advocating for business priorities, promoting collaboration, and helping members grow. Governance of the Chamber, direction of its affairs, and control of its property…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Launches International Twin City Exchange with Harrogate, UK
PRESS RELEASE: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Launches International Twin City Exchange with Harrogate, UK Twin city partnership opens doors for local businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow internationally Barrie Chamber Harrogate BID Downtown BIA Harrogate Chamber Interested in learning more or getting involved? Complete our quick Expression of Interest form by May 30 — no…
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