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Barrie Council deliberates $691 million capital plan, amidst fiscal challenges and slowing economy
On Jan 17, the county, police, and library, will present their budgets, with the budget approval scheduled for Jan 31
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Council Approves Strategic Sale of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Shares with First Right of Refusal Clause
The plan to revamp Painswick Park's parking lot is sent back for further deliberation due to concerns over high cost.
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- Simcoe CountyOntario's Healthcare: Report Challenges Premier Ford's Privatization Push and Exposes Underreporting of Payments to Private Hospitals
New study criticizes Ontario's move towards healthcare privatization and potential public risks.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Hall Tackles School Drop-off Zones and Lobbyist Registry By-law Amendments
Traffic woes and student safety, especially for those with disabilities, drive Barrie Council's strategy talks
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Council Determined to Secure Federal Funding Amidst Nymbism and Government Uncertainty
Federal Housing Accelerator Grant (HAF) program offers Barrie the chance to revamp its development policies
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- Simcoe CountyScrutiny of Barrie Councillors: Business Interests and Addressing Disrespect to Front-Line Entities
Morales found himself at the center of a conflict of interest discussion due to his financial relationship with Pattison
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie's Homeless Policy Ignites Global Outrage: The UN Takes Notice, and an Expert Panel Weighs In
The multi-faceted challenge of addressing homelessness in Barrie, both on the streets and in council.
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- Simcoe CountyCity Council Prioritizes Street Naming over Warming Centers and Housing Issues
Barrie City Council Meeting, October 4: Street Naming Debate, Art and Water Presentation, and Warming Center Concerns
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Acts for Future: Breaking Intergenerational Chains on Truth and Reconciliation Day
Cote of Barrie Native Friendship Centre says, “We need to take action as a community for our children's bright future.“
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Hall Update: Addressing LGBTQ Safety, Hospital Funds, Street Naming, and Bike Lanes
Mayor Nuttall emphasized community inclusivity but didn't voice support for LGBTQ community in light of Sept 20 protest.
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- Simcoe CountyVilification and Voices: Barrie Council Faces Public Outcry over Policies Deemed ‘War on Homeless’
Residents spoke out for the first time in months against highly criticized homelessness policies at the meeting.
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- Simcoe CountySarah Tilley on Overdose Awareness: A "Bittersweet" Reality from Gilbert Centre's Perspective
She stressed the need for community initiatives, housing, medical support, mental health care, and social services.
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