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Ontario Economic Report (OER) Survey 2025
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…
Read MoreNational Day for Truth and Reconciliation
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…
Read MoreEmpower Simcoe 2024 AGM; Paul Markle Keynote
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…
Read MoreJoining Forces – Collective Action to Combat Homelessness in Barrie
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.…
Read MoreLast Call: Barrie Business Award Nominations Closing Monday
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…
Read MorePress Release: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces New Board of Directors and Executive for 2024/2025
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…
Read MorePress Release: Nominations Open for the 2024 Barrie Business Awards
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…
Read More2024 Barrie Chamber Annual Report
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…
Read More2024 Substance Use and Opioids Overdose Primer
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…
Read MoreMEDIA RELEASE:Â Businesses wanted for new Georgian, Barrie Chamber of Commerce project
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…
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