Posts by Tricia Barrett-Butler
2025 Federal Election
2025 Federal Election Join us for an opportunity to meet your federal candidates ahead of the upcoming election. Hosted by the Barrie Chamber of Commerce and BDAR (Barrie & District Association of Realtors). As a non-partisan organization, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce works closely with all elected officials to support local businesses and broader economic development.…
Read MoreeNewsletter: New Year Business Highlights 2025
eNewsletter: New Year Business Highlights 2025 March 13, 2025 Celebrating Our Members! The start of 2025 has been an exciting whirlwind, from hosting the Mayor’s Luncheon and two Business After 5 (BA5) events to the Women in Business Awards Gala, all while navigating the ever-evolving business and economic landscape with a provincial election and tariff…
Read MoreBarrie Chamber of Commerce Response to U.S. Tariffs: March 4, 2025
Barrie Chamber of Commerce Response to U.S. Tariffs: March 4, 2025 MARCH 12, 2025: Ontario Suspends Energy Surcharge, U.S. Halts Tariff Increase. Ontario Premier Doug Ford has suspended the 25% surcharge on energy exports to the U.S. in exchange for a meeting with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. In response, President Trump has halted his…
Read More2025 Provincial Election: Candidate Questions
2025 Provincial Election: Candidate Questions Barrie-Innisfil Registration MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025 5PM – 8PM Traditions at Sheba Shrine, 142 John Street, Barrie Confirmed Candidate Attendance at the time of posting in alphabetical order (subject to change): Andrew Harrigan, NDP Andrea Khanjin, PC Sam Mangiapane, New Blue Party All confirmed candidates were invited to participate and…
Read MoreOntario Chamber Announces Co-Chairs of Business and Trade Leadership Coalition
Ontario Chamber Announces Co-Chairs of Business and Trade Leadership Coalition Chris Conway and James Scongack join OCC CEO, Ontario Premier Doug Ford and other leaders during visit to Washington, DC (Toronto, ON and Washington, DC – February 12, 2025) – The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) today announced the appointment of two distinguished leaders as co-chairs of…
Read MoreBarrie Chamber of Commerce Survey: Impact of Proposed Tariffs
Barrie Chamber of Commerce Survey: Impact of Proposed Tariffs [BARRIE – January 3, 2025] There is a 30-day delay in proposed U.S. tariffs, providing a brief window for negotiations, but uncertainty remains. If imposed, these tariffs, along with likely Canadian retaliatory measures, could: Disrupt businesses Raise costs Slow U.S. orders Your feedback is essential to…
Read MoreBarrie Chamber: Statement on Canada’s Economic Strength and U.S. Trade Tariffs
Barrie Chamber: Statement on Canada’s Economic Strength and U.S. Trade Tariffs The Barrie Chamber of Commerce acknowledges the recent 30-day delay in the implementation of the proposed 25% U.S. tariffs on Canadian products. While this delay provides a short window for further negotiations, uncertainty remains. If these tariffs take effect, they will pose significant challenges…
Read MoreProposed International Student Rule Changes Could Lead to $1.7 Billion Economic Impact
Proposed International Student Rule Changes Could Lead to $1.7 Billion Economic Impact Georgian College president and CEO Kevin Weaver – Barrie Chamber of Commerce Photo, Barrie Business Awards 2024 Georgian College has raised an urgent concern about proposed federal changes to international student regulations, which could lead to a staggering $1.7 billion economic impact on…
Read MoreToronto Star: Opinion | It’s the $1 trillion economy, stupid: How Canadian business can stickhandle the looming Trump tariff reality
Toronto Star: Opinion | It’s the $1 trillion economy, stupid: How Canadian business can stickhandle the looming Trump tariff reality Canada and the United States have a compelling interest in maintaining free trade, as both nations stand to gain from renewing the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) when it comes up for review in 2026. Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian…
Read MoreCanadian Chamber Statement Regarding Justin Trudeau’s Resignation Announcement
Canadian Chamber Statement Regarding Justin Trudeau’s Resignation Announcement Canadian Chamber of Commerce: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau read the room and made the right call by stepping down today. Canadian Chamber of Commerce – January 6, 2025 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau read the room and made the right call by announcing his resignation today. His resignation…
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