News & Announcements
Study on the Hidden Costs of Community Safety
Study on the Hidden Costs of Community Safety Dear Barrie Community Member, On behalf of the Centre for Healthy Communities (CFHC) at Loyalist College, we are pleased to invite you to participate in a research study examining how community safety issues are impacting businesses, organization, and associations across Ontario. This project is being conducted in…
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 MoreYouth Unemployment in 2025: A Closer Look at the Local Impact
Youth Unemployment in 2025: A Closer Look at the Local Impact Monday, August 18, 2025 What local employers need to know & how transparency laws will affect your hiring process It’s a conversation that comes up in group chats, over coffee or while waiting in line somewhere. “Kids these days…” and “They don’t want to…
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 MorePowering Barrie’s Growth
Powering Barrie’s Growth Why Ontario’s Energy Investment Matters to Us FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [June 6, 2025] This morning, the Ontario government announced a series of fast-tracked electricity transmission projects. The Barrie Chamber is pleased to see that Barrie is included in this initiative. The Orangeville–Barrie transmission line will be upgraded, a move that…
Read MoreNEW MEMBER BENEFIT: BIZZZ.CA
NEW MEMBER BENEFIT: BIZZZ.CA Ready to create a BUZZZ on BIZZZ.ca? [May 22, 2025] We’re excited to share a new free benefit of your Barrie Chamber membership: Your business now has an enhanced profile on Bizzz.ca – Canada’s national Chamber business directory. This platform helps consumers and businesses discover verified Chamber members like you. Your enhanced listing…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Launches International Twin City Exchange with Harrogate, UK
PRESS RELEASE: Barrie Chamber of Commerce Launches International Twin City Exchange with Harrogate, UK Twin city partnership opens doors for local businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow internationally Barrie Chamber Harrogate BID Downtown BIA Harrogate Chamber Interested in learning more or getting involved? Complete our quick Expression of Interest form by May 30 — no…
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 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…
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