Barrie Passes New Interim Control By-law for Expansion
The City of Barrie has enacted a new Interim Control By-law to guide its upcoming expansion. Learn about the details and what this means for future development.
The City of Barrie has enacted a new Interim Control By-law to guide its upcoming expansion. Learn about the details and what this means for future development.
Alberta plans to test 120 km/h speed limits on select rural highways. A reader argues the de facto limit is already 120 km/h, raising safety concerns. Plus, letters on MAID access and immigration policy.
As Alberta posts 110 km/h signs, Ontario faces calls to review its highway speed limits. Experts weigh safety, efficiency, and modern vehicle capabilities in the ongoing debate.
Paul Sadlon Sr., a prominent Barrie businessman, car dealership owner, and major community philanthropist, has died at the age of 93. Learn about his life and legacy.
An Ontario man convicted of impaired driving after reaching 196 km/h in a Tesla awaits a bail decision pending his appeal. Get the latest details on this high-speed case.
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 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.
Ottawa Police deploy new district traffic units to combat speeding and dangerous driving, filling the void left by the provincial ban on automated speed cameras.
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.
Canadian long-distance star Isabelle Weidemann raced to a silver medal in the women's 5000m at the ISU World Cup. Get the full results and details on her podium performance.
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!
Edmonton Police Service launches a controversial pilot with Axon, testing facial recognition on body-worn cameras. Critics warn it turns accountability tools into mass surveillance.
Edmonton's AI facial recognition pilot on police bodycams launched before a required privacy assessment was fully reviewed. The December trial could conclude before the commissioner's office completes its vetting. Learn more about the implications.
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 RCMP's release of edited body camera footage has raised concerns about police transparency and accountability in Canada. Experts warn it sets a dangerous precedent.
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.
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.
The Edmonton Police Service will pilot officer-worn cameras with facial recognition software. Supt. Kurt Martin demonstrated the technology on Dec. 2, 2025. Learn about the implications.
Edmonton Police Service launches a global first trial of Axon's facial recognition body-worn cameras. The month-long test aims to enhance officer and public safety by flagging individuals with warrants or safety cautions. Read the details.
Midland's temporary speed camera initiative yielded more than half a million dollars in fines, Mayor Bill Gordon reveals. Explore the program's financial impact and the ongoing debate over traffic safety measures.
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.
Barrie County has approved reduced speed limits near a new Oro-Medonte school to enhance student safety. The changes take effect immediately in designated community safety zones.
RCMP in Manitoba have successfully deployed body-worn cameras to nearly all frontline officers, enhancing transparency and accountability in law enforcement operations across the province.