Ontario Economic Report (OER) Survey 2025
Make an impact, complete the survey now! Help shape the future of local business by sharing your insights! Click the link to complete the survey and make a real impact in just a few minutes. Click Here Your feedback ensures our voices are heard. This survey is vital for the Barrie business community to effectively…
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
[Monday, September 30, 2024] National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a time for us to consider the importance of coming together with Indigenous Peoples and recognizing the truths of our history together as a community. Not only of the horrors of the residential school system, but of the continued impact on Indigenous communities today. Today…
2024 Barrie Business Awards Finalist Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces 2024 Barrie Business Awards Finalists Hosted by Amy Aust and McCully at the Barrie Chamber [Barrie, ON – Friday, September 20, 2024] The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the finalists for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards. These awards highlight the excellence, innovation, and…
August 2024 Proud Members
Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning for another year. Thank you all for your investment into the Chamber. Recent Members…
Empower Simcoe 2024 AGM; Paul Markle Keynote
[September 11, 2024 – Barrie, ON] Executive Director, Paul Markle had the privilege of delivering the keynote address at the Annual General Meeting of Empower Simcoe. In his address, Paul highlighted the importance of the collaboration between the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, Empower Simcoe and business leaders within the community. Collectively we are tackling issues…
Press Release: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces Winner of Santa Claus Parade Theme
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 30, 2024 Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces Winner of Santa Claus Parade Theme Contest Barrie, Ontario – [August 30, 2024] – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the winner of this year’s Barrie Santa Claus Parade Theme Contest! We received many entries from the community and after…
New Partnership: HR Covered
RECEIVE $2500 IN VALUE; AT NO CHARGE Dear Members of the Barrie Chamber, We are excited to announce our new partnership with HR Covered offering a variety of beneficial, complimentary HR services. This collaboration aims to provide your business with the HR support needed for growth while helping you save time and money. As a member of…
Joining Forces – Collective Action to Combat Homelessness in Barrie
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12th, 2024 [Barrie – August 12 2014] Acting as a representative for the business community and residents of Barrie, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce recognizes the urgent need to address the growing humanitarian crisis affecting our city and the province. Ontario’s Big City Mayors (OBCM) have launched the ‘Solve the…
Last Call: Barrie Business Award Nominations Closing Monday
NOMINATE NOW We are reaching out with a final call for nominations for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards! This flagship event is our opportunity to recognize and celebrate the outstanding businesses that make our community thrive. We need your help to spotlight these businesses and give them the recognition they deserve. Nominate a Business Before the…
Press Release: Barrie Business Award 2024 MC Announcement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 7, 2024 Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces Master of Ceremonies for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards Barrie, Ontario – [August 7, 2024] – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce Amy Aust, announcer with 107.5 Kool FM, and McCully from Rock95 as the Masters of Ceremonies for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards.…
Press Release: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces New Board of Directors and Executive for 2024/2025
Barrie Chamber Board of Directors 2024/2025 From left to right: Leah Smith-Size – Director, Rob Galloway – Director, Barbara White – Director, Karen Johnson – Director, Sarah Dobson – Second VP, Rob Newman – Secretary, Patricia Dent – Director, Patrick Harriott-Stewart – Director, Mayor Alex Nuttall, Julie Claire – Director, Rychard Lardner – Past President,…
Press Release: Nominations Open for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards
Download the PDF For Immediate Release Nominations Open for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards (BARRIE – July 17, 2024)Â – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is honoured to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards. This esteemed program celebrates the contributions of local businesses to our community’s growth and success. The nomination…
Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses
Act quickly: File your 2023 corporate income tax return now to get the Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses July 4, 2024 Ottawa, Canada Canada Revenue Agency The July 15 deadline approaches to be eligible for the Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses. This refundable tax credit announced in Budget 2024 returns a portion of federal…
Proud Members: May 2024
Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning for another year. Thank you all for your investment into the Chamber. Recent Members | Announcements | Member Showcase | Upcoming Events &…
2024 Barrie Chamber Annual Report
Barrie Chamber of Commerce: 2023 / 2024 has been characterized by advocacy, the launch of initiatives and the strengthening of ties with our community partners. Our endeavors have led to an expansion of membership benefits tailored to meet the requirements of Barrie businesses. Our dedication to offering assistance in line with our core mission has…
2024 Substance Use and Opioids Overdose Primer
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce roundtable discussion with Hon. Michael A. Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. Beyond Emergency Declarations: Charting Ontario’s Course Through the Substance Use and Overdose Crisis On May 23 2024, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce will release the second part of its mental health and addictions work, a primer…
MEDIA RELEASE:Â Businesses wanted for new Georgian, Barrie Chamber of Commerce project
Georgian College and the Barrie Chamber of Commerce are looking for small- to medium-sized businesses to join their new initiative, COLABORATORY. From left: Paul Markle, Executive Director of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, Joanne Foxton, Manager, #ChangeTheNow at Georgian, and Nicole Norris, Director, Social Innovation at Georgian. Interested in Joining the Colaboratory Initiative? Complete the…
RFP: AV Event Services, Barrie Business Awards 2024
In our continuing effort to openly and publicly offer opportunities to work with the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, we would like to offer the following RFP: Open bid for the Audio / Video / Staging services for our Barrie Business Awards Gala 2024. Please submit the form below if you can meet or exceed the…