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OCC: Power Of The Purchase Order
OCC: Power Of The Purchase Order READ THE BRIEF September 13, 2023 Ontario spends nearly $30 billion each year procuring goods and services, from pencils to complex medical technologies. When making those purchases, government and the broader public sector have a responsibility to provide value for taxpayers, as well as a unique ability to foster…
Read MorePress Release: 2023 – 2024 Barrie Chamber Executive Team
Press Release: 2023 – 2024 Barrie Chamber Executive Team FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Barrie – August 18, 2023) – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Mayor Alex Nuttall for addressing our Board of Directors and administering the Oath of Office. We’re excited to see what this dynamic team will bring to the Barrie…
Read MoreThe Busby Centre; Launches Capital Campaign Press Release
The Busby Centre; Launches Capital Campaign Press Release **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE** The Busby Centre Launches Capital Campaign: Collaborating for a Stronger Community Addressing Homelessness and Strengthening the Community. BARRIE, ON July 24th, 2023 – The Busby Centre is thrilled to unveil its legacy capital campaign, “At the Busby Centre, Everybody is Somebody,” to enhance impactful…
Read MorePress 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 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 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 MoreOntario Expanding Clean Home Heating Initiative to Barrie
Ontario Expanding Clean Home Heating Initiative to Barrie Provincial investment in home heating upgrades helping more families save money and reduce emissions. From left to right: Blair Peberdy – Alectra Utilities, Attorney General Doug Downey, MPP Andrea Khanjin, Sarah Van der Paelt – Enbridge, Hon. Todd Smith – Minister of Energy, Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: 2023 Federal Budget Submission
PRESS RELEASE: 2023 Federal Budget Submission Canada’s 2023 Budget Must Address Declining Productivity (BARRIE – March 27, 2023) – With the economy facing global headwinds, Canada needs competitive investments in innovation, productivity, and sustainable economic growth. However, growth cannot occur without significant and sustained investments from the private sector – and those dollars will flow where…
Read MorePress Release: Ontario’s 2023 Budget Must Focus on Growth-Enabling Investments
Press Release: Ontario’s 2023 Budget Must Focus on Growth-Enabling Investments (Barrie – March 16, 2023) – According to the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s (OCC) Ontario Economic Report (OER), Ontario business confidence has dropped to a record low in 2023. Labour shortages, inflation, health care system vulnerabilities, and fears of a potential economic contraction are dampening confidence…
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