Barrie Christmas Cheer's Urgent Final Call for Donations
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is in its final stretch. Organizers issue an urgent call for donations to meet the community's needs this holiday season. Learn how you can help.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is in its final stretch. Organizers issue an urgent call for donations to meet the community's needs this holiday season. Learn how you can help.
A major fire in Norton, New Brunswick, has left 13 people without a home. The blaze, which destroyed vehicles, remains under investigation by local authorities.
The City of Barrie has released its holiday operating schedule for parking, transit, and recreation centres. Plan your festive season with these key dates and closures.
The City of Barrie has officially opened its outdoor skating rinks for the winter season, including the popular Circle at the Centre at City Hall. Get the details on this seasonal tradition.
As winter arrives, the City of Barrie outlines its snow clearing protocols for streets and sidewalks. Learn the rules to avoid fines and ensure community safety.
Canadian rock icon Kim Mitchell will ring in 2026 with a performance in Barrie. Get details on the celebration and what else is happening in the city.
The City of Barrie is evaluating the future of e-scooter programs as residents remain divided. Learn about the debate and what city council might decide next.
Planning your festive weekend? Here's your complete guide to finding Santa Claus parades in Barrie, Ontario, for December 2025. Discover times and routes to catch the big guy!
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is rallying the community to support local families facing hardship this holiday season. Learn how you can contribute.
The City of Barrie clarifies its winter operations, addressing resident concerns about snow clearing, sidewalk maintenance, and response times. Get the facts for a safer season.
A woman seriously injured in Barrie in June has died. Police continue their investigation, seeking information about the incident on Henry Street. Read the latest.
The Barrie community is invited to celebrate Hanukkah with a public Menorah lighting ceremony at City Hall. Join in for this festive tradition marking the Festival of Lights.
A Tuesday night fire in a Steveston apartment building has displaced residents from 18 suites. Richmond Fire-Rescue reports no injuries. Read the latest details on the incident.
A significant apartment fire in Richmond, B.C., has left dozens of residents displaced. The blaze caused extensive damage, with one resident bravely rescuing a pet. Read the full story on the community impact and response.
Statistics Canada reveals a significant undercount of non-permanent residents in the 2021 census, with a missed rate of 38%. This gap highlights challenges in tracking Canada's population accurately.
The family of Sacha Charles is grieving after the Barrie mother of two was allegedly murdered. Her common-law spouse now faces a murder charge as the community reels from the loss.
Barrie replaces its long-running 'Downtown Countdown' with a new family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration for 2026. Discover the details of the city's fresh start.
Barrie, Ontario, was hit with 43 centimetres of snow during a prolonged winter storm, causing travel chaos. Get the details on the cleanup and impacts.
Barrie residents can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the long-awaited reopening of Bayview Drive ends construction delays and traffic headaches. Get the full story on the completed project.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is struggling to meet its fundraising goal due to unprecedented demand this holiday season. Learn how the community can help.
Saudi Arabia is reportedly relaxing its strict alcohol prohibition for non-Muslim foreign residents, marking a significant social shift. Learn about the new rules and what they mean for expatriates.
An update is expected today for 400+ residents displaced by a major Toronto apartment fire in Thorncliffe Park. Get the latest details and community impact.
A major fire in a Hawkesbury apartment building has displaced approximately 30 tenants. No serious injuries reported. Read the latest on the response and investigation.
Winnipeg's Transcona residents fear losing their rural lifestyle as a massive 1,300-acre development proposal threatens their community's character. Learn about the concerns.
Barrie's New Year's Eve celebration relocates downtown for 2025. Discover the new venue, entertainment lineup, and family-friendly activities planned for the festive event.
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
A major road closure is coming to south Barrie as McKay Road shuts down for months of infrastructure upgrades. Learn the details and plan your commute.
Vancouver residents report rising grizzly bear encounters in Bella Coola, B.C., following recent attack on students. Wildlife officials continue search operations.
A scheduled power outage will leave 64,000 West Island residents without electricity overnight. Hydro-Québec conducts essential maintenance affecting multiple neighborhoods.
Crews search for three unaccounted residents as demolition begins on burned-out Brampton house. The slow, methodical process continues amid the tragic aftermath.