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More Compassion, Less Stigmatization: Rev. Susan Eagle's Call to Action for Barrie's Homeless
Rev. Eagle: “There was a lot of stereotyping of people who were homeless and a lot of them was fallacious," she said.
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- Simcoe CountyCouncil Approves Unexpected Motion with Possible Adverse Implications for Homeless and Supporters
Despite being framed as a solution to homelessness, it provides little attention to housing or direct help.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Hall Discusses New Development Charges and Community Benefits Charges
Hemson Consulting outlines growth funding tools and proposed rates attracting mixed reactions from developers
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Council Meeting Sparks Resident Outrage over Proposed 405 Essa Road Development
Last week, residents passionately voiced their opposition against a proposed development at 405 Essa Road over increased
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie City Council and Staff Discuss Enhancing Bike Lane Safety and Implementation
Focus on alternative safety measures and unique characteristics of road segments for a more cyclist-friendly environment
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Council Celebrates Poetry Month by Having the New Poet Laureate Deliver a Moving Poem
Lakehead University reveals plans to council to boost Simcoe County's economy by $400 million annually.
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- Simcoe CountyCity Council Heard Deputations on Proposed Private Tree Bylaw but Approved $1.5M Exemption for Pratt Homes
Decision made despite city survey showing 78% residents survey concerned extra costs for tree removal.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie's Changing Landscape: Pearl Builders Revise Essa and Mapleview Project and Mixed-Use Developments at Essa and Wood Streets
The first project includes 1,217 residential units, while the second features nine towers with 2,407 residential units
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- Simcoe CountyCity Hall Update: City Council Updates Private Tree Bylaw to Protect Urban Forest and Fish Habitats
In Barrie, tree canopy covers 71% of private property and 29% of public land, totalling 7,576 acres out of 24,876 acres
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- Simcoe County$40 Million Sadlon Arena Expansion Plans Revealed at City Council Meeting Amid Worsening Economy
Council also passed a motion to seek external legal counsel regarding the Love Barrie sign financials
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- Simcoe CountyConcerns Mount Over Proposed 350+ Unit Housing Project in Barrie.
Low-income residents tell City Council that gentrification will push them out of the city.
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- Simcoe CountyBarrie Council Finds Common Ground to Ensure Citizen Cycling Safety After Months of Divisive Rhetoric
The plan would improve bike lane safety by adding a bike lane at the same elevation as the sidewalk.
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