Posts by Tricia Barrett-Butler
Barrie Chamber Releases Mayoral Candidate Video Interviews Ahead of 2026 Municipal Election
Barrie Chamber Releases Mayoral Candidate Video Interviews Ahead of 2026 Municipal Election BARRIE, ON | October 15, 2026 – The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce has launched its 2026 Municipal Election Information, featuring video interviews with Barrie’s mayoral candidates addressing key issues affecting local businesses, economic development and the future of the community. The Chamber…
Read MoreLakehead University STEM Hub in Barrie
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…
Read MorePress Release: Barrie Chamber Calls for Provincial Action on Homelessness, Mental Health and Addictions
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…
Read MorePress Release: Dual-Use Manufacturing Ecosystem, Founding Assembly
Press Release: Dual-Use Manufacturing Ecosystem, Founding Assembly FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Regional Manufacturers Launch the Dual-Use Manufacturing Ecosystem Founding Assembly to connect industry leaders and expand opportunities within Canada’s defence sector [July 24, 2026 – Barrie, ON] — Manufacturers across Barrie and Simcoe County are launching the Dual-Use Manufacturing Ecosystem to help organizations identify new business…
Read MorePress Release: 2026 Barrie Business Award Nominations Now Open
Press Release: 2026 Barrie Business Award Nominations Now Open FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nominations Now Open for the 2026 Barrie Business Awards [Barrie, ON – July 20, 2026] The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to recognize the businesses, entrepreneurs and community leaders helping shape Barrie’s future as nominations officially open for the…
Read MorePress Release: Toronto FC II Relocates to Barrie as City Unveils Canada’s Newest Soccer Stadium
Press Release: Toronto FC II Relocates to Barrie as City Unveils Canada’s Newest Soccer Stadium FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [BARRIE, ON – July 14, 2026] The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce welcomes today’s announcement bringing professional soccer to Barrie and the development of a new downtown stadium. This transformational investment will create new opportunities for local businesses,…
Read MoreRFP: Barrie Business Awards 2026 – Videographer Services
RFP: Barrie Business Awards 2026 – Videographer Services RFP Closed RFP Project ID: BBA2026-VIDEO Event Date: Friday, October 23, 2026Location: Liberty North, Barrie, ON Deadline for Submissions: Friday, June 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) Overview: The Barrie Chamber of Commerce invites proposals from qualified suppliers to provide videography and editing services for the…
Read MoreCall for Board Nominations 2026
Call for Board Nominations 2026 The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce has been representing business since 1926, and enters its 100th 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…
Read MoreBarrie Business Awards 2026 – AV & Staging Services
Barrie Business Awards 2026 – AV & Staging Services RFP Closed RFP Project ID: BBA2026-AV Event Date: Friday, October 23, 2026Location: Liberty North, Barrie, ON Deadline for Submissions: Friday, June 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) Overview: The Barrie Chamber of Commerce invites proposals from qualified suppliers to provide Audio Visual, Staging, and Event Recording…
Read MoreOntario Job Grant
Ontario Job Grant The Government of Ontario is launching the redesigned Canada-Ontario Job Grant program under the new name Ontario Job Grant (OJG). The OJG provides funding to help employers train their employees and update their skills. This helps employers ensure their workforce has the right skills to adapt to a changing economy. OJG is intended to:…
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