Advocacy
Federal Election 2025: The Barrie Chamber’s Business Priorities
Federal Election 2025: The Barrie Chamber’s Business Priorities Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Barrie Businesses Are Running on Empty: It’s Time for Real Support As the voice of business in our city, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce is committed to advocating for what matters most to our local entrepreneurs. With a federal election on the horizon,…
Read MoreWhich American Cities Are the Most Export-Dependent on Canada?
Which American Cities Are the Most Export-Dependent on Canada? The Business Data Lab explores the U.S. cities that would be most impacted by decreased demand from Canada. A new report from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab reveals just how important Canadian trade is to many U.S. cities. Using 2023 data, the report…
Read MoreTariffs-101
Tariffs-101 What Barrie Businesses Need To Know Tariffs are often headline news, yet many businesses still find the concept unclear or disconnected from their day-to-day operations. In reality, tariffs play a crucial role in shaping market dynamics, pricing, competitiveness and supply chains. Especially in a trade-dependent region like ours, where Canada and the United States…
Read More2025 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 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…
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