The City of Barrie is clearing the path for cleaner ice maintenance, approving eight new electric ice resurfacers to minimize greenhouse gas emissions from its arenas. Learn about this green initiative.
Regina city council has passed a 2026 budget with a 10.9% mill rate increase, the largest tax hike in two decades. The average homeowner will pay an extra $276 annually. Discover the key changes and council's tough decisions.
Regina City Council has passed a 10.9% property tax increase for 2026. Mayor Chad Bachynski presided over the final budget deliberations. Learn the details and impacts.
A Regina city councillor's attempt to pause electric bus acquisitions was declared out of order and dismissed during budget talks. Learn what happened and the implications for the city's transit plans.
Saskatoon city council is revisiting plans to relocate the Wildwood Golf Course. Get the latest details on this municipal development and what it means for the community.
Winnipeg City Council has officially passed its financial plan for 2026. Get the details on property taxes, spending priorities, and what this means for residents.
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.
The City of Barrie cautions residents about slushy and icy road conditions following recent weather. Officials detail the schedule and priorities for residential snow plowing operations.
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.
Regina city council begins a week-long review of the 2026 budget, facing a proposed 15.69% mill rate increase. Key decisions on police funding, utility rates, and potential service cuts are on the table.
Edmonton City Council approved a 6.9% property tax hike for the 2025 budget, exceeding initial targets. Councillors Karen Principe and Mike Elliott voted against it, expressing disappointment over spending priorities.
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 City of Vancouver has proposed eliminating its volunteer civic committees, a move that could reshape public consultation. Learn about the implications for local governance.
Edmonton City Council has finalized a 6.9% property tax increase for 2025. Get the details on the decision, budget pressures, and what it means for homeowners.
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 City of Barrie outlines its detailed snow clearing operations, from priority roads to sidewalks, ensuring safe winter travel for residents. Learn about the city's strategy.
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 City of Barrie has released its scheduled snow removal plan for winter 2025. Find out when and where crews will be plowing to keep roads clear and safe.
The Keep Life Wild Radiothon has exceeded its $100,000 target, with donations still coming in to support Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre and improve local healthcare in Barrie.
The Barrie region is under threat from significant snow squalls expected to dump up to 30 cm of snow. Residents should prepare for hazardous travel and reduced visibility.
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.
Students in Barrie, Ontario, have created special Christmas cards for veterans at the local Legion, spreading holiday cheer and gratitude. Discover this touching community initiative.
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.