General Interest
Press Release: 2023 Barrie Business Award Nominations Now Open
Press Release: 2023 Barrie Business Award Nominations Now Open FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (BARRIE – JULY 12, 2023) – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is honoured to announce the opening of nominations for the 2023 Barrie Business Awards. The nomination process is open to members of the public as well as Barrie Chamber Members, to…
Read MoreProud Members of the Barrie Chamber, June 2023
Proud Members of the Barrie Chamber, June 2023 Join us in celebrating our members! Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning…
Read MoreAddressing Ontario’s Housing Affordability Crisis Requires All Hands On Deck
Addressing Ontario’s Housing Affordability Crisis Requires All Hands On Deck STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 5, 2023 Addressing Ontario’s Housing Affordability Crisis Requires All Hands On Deck Ontario Chamber Brief Highlights Key Recommendations to Meet Ontario’s Current and Future Housing Needs (TORONTO – July 5, 2023) – Housing affordability has become a pressing issue impacting…
Read MorePress Release: New Board Of Directors 2023 / 2024
Press Release: New Board Of Directors 2023 / 2024 From left to right: Bruce MacGillivray, Rob Newman, Amber Bunnett, Leah Smith-Size, Barbara White, Sandy Tuckey, Rychard Lardner, Salim Bardai, Sarah Dobson, Stephanie Gourlie, Paul Markle FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Barrie – June 21, 2023) – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual General Meeting at the…
Read MoreImportant Information From Smart Serve Ontario
Important Information From Smart Serve Ontario Recertification 5-Year Requirement AGCO Extends Final Recertification Window to August 31st, 2023 Responding to the high demand for last-minute recertifications, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announces a 60-day extension for final recertifications, now concluding on August 31st, 2023. We encourage certificate holders to take advantage of…
Read MoreFederal Government Engagement on Labour Stability on Canada’s West Coast
Federal Government Engagement on Labour Stability on Canada’s West Coast On behalf of the Canadian business community, please find attached a letter expressing concern over the potential for a labour disruption that would affect ports in British Columbia. The letter – signed by over 120 associations, chambers of commerce and boards of trade – requests…
Read MoreProud Members of the Barrie Chamber, May 2023
Proud Members of the Barrie Chamber, May 2023 Join us in celebrating our members! Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning…
Read MoreAddressing the Homeless Crisis in Barrie
Addressing the Homeless Crisis in Barrie Barrie Chamber Supports City of Barrie Initiative “Barrie city councillors intend to deter panhandling as part of a motion passed at Wednesday evening’s general meeting, which emphasized the City’s ongoing commitment to address the needs of its homeless population.” CTV Barrie – Read more… Download Barrie Chamber Letter of…
Read MorePhishing Scams
Phishing Scams It’s not us, it’s them! It has come to our attention that an email is being circulated once again, claiming to have our mailing list for sale. The Barrie Chamber of Commerce respects your privacy and does not provide contacts for sale or distribution, such as this email claims. If you get an…
Read MoreProud Members of the Barrie Chamber, April 2023
Proud Members of the Barrie Chamber, April 2023 Join us in celebrating our members! Welcome to our Proud Members eBlast. Each month we will celebrate you, our members! You are the heart and soul of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce. Share your success stories, join us in welcoming new members and welcoming back those returning…
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