Spring Arrives, Food Bank Demand Rises, and Community Events

What Barrie's Talking About · Mar 19, 2026 · 1h 19m

As winter finally starts to fade, many across Barrie and Simcoe County are welcoming the arrival of spring. But while the season is changing, some challenges in the community are still very real.

From increasing demand at the Barrie Food Bank to a lineup of local events and initiatives, there’s a lot happening right now.

Here’s a closer look at what Barrie’s talking about this week.

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