Barrie Chamber News
Registration and Attendance Policy Update for Chamber Events
Registration and Attendance Policy Update for Chamber Events Effective January 1, 2026 The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is pleased to continue offering high value events that bring our business community together, including Business After 5 networking events, seminars, workshops and orientations. As our events continue to grow, we are introducing an updated registration and attendance…
Read MorePress Release: 100 Years in the Making – Barrie Chamber of Commerce
Press Release: 100 Years in the Making – Barrie Chamber of Commerce [Barrie, ON — January 5, 2026] The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to mark a major milestone in 2026. Celebrating 100 years of service to the Barrie business community. Throughout the year, the Chamber will recognize its Centennial through a series of…
Read MoreBarrie Chamber of Commerce Announces Finalists for the 2025 Barrie Business Awards
Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces Finalists for the 2025 Barrie Business Awards FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [Barrie, ON – September 12, 2025] – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Barrie Business Awards. These prestigious awards celebrate excellence and achievement across our business community, recognizing outstanding contributions in entrepreneurship,…
Read MoreGreater Barrie Chamber of Commerce Response to the State of Emergency to Address Encampments
Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce Response to the State of Emergency to Address Encampments Press Release For Immediate Release [BARRIE, ON – September 11, 2025] – The Greater Barrie Chamber of Commerce and the broader Barrie business community support the City’s decision to declare a State of Emergency to address encampments. As stated in…
Read MoreAnnouncement: 2025/2026 Board of Directors
Announcement: 2025/2026 Board of Directors From left to right: Mayor Alex Nuttall, Angela Baldwin, Barbara White, Leah Smith-Size, Karen Johnson, Sarah Dobson, Rowley Ramey, Patricia Dent, Rob Newman, Patrick Harriott-Stewart, President Salim Bardai, Bruce MacGillivray, CEO Paul Markle, Rychard Lardner, Andy Gubbels, and Teena Sauve Mayor Alex Nuttall Administers Oath of Office at Inaugural Meeting…
Read MorePress Release: Barrie Chamber Statement on the Launch of the HART of Simcoe County
Press Release: Barrie Chamber Statement on the Launch of the HART of Simcoe County County of Simcoe Warden Clarke says the HART Hub program tailors to the individual needs of those who require the service. Photo by Julius Hern/Barrie 360 PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [Barrie, ON – June 26, 2025] The Barrie Chamber…
Read MorePress Release: In Memory of Steve Loftus
Press Release: In Memory of Steve Loftus In Memory of Steve Loftus We’re saddened to hear of the passing of Steve Loftus. A respected leader, innovator and long-time supporter of the Barrie community. Through his work with Innovative Automation, Steve helped put Barrie on the map as a centre for advanced manufacturing and…
Read More2025 Director Nominations: A Message from the President
2025 Director Nominations: A Message from the President Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Dear Members and Representatives, As I wrap up my first year as President of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, I’m proud of the progress we’ve made. Both as an organization and as a champion for Barrie’s business community. When the pandemic…
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