Archive for August 2026

Lakehead University STEM Hub in Barrie A major investment in Barrie’s future workforce. Today, the City of Barrie and Lakehead University celebrated the completion of the new Barrie STEM Hub, bringing university-level STEM education directly into our community. The STEM Hub will create new opportunities for students, help local businesses access skilled talent and strengthen…

Press Release: Barrie Chamber Calls for Provincial Action on Homelessness, Mental Health and Addictions Local progress shows what is possible when business, community and government work together [BARRIE, ON – August 20, 2026] The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce is joining Mayor Alex Nuttall and Ontario’s Big City Mayors in calling for urgent provincial action…