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What Barrie's Talking About
Barrie is one of the best cities in Canada. We're a dynamic, growing and thriving community. Join us every week as we let you know what's going on. From news to events, and everything in between. If it affects you, we'll be talking about it. This podcast is brought to you by Barrie 360 - What Barrie's Talking About. https://barrie360.com/
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Bandeoke - Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County
Karaoke is one thing, but what if you could take the stage with a live six-piece band backing you? That's the idea behind "Bandeoke," a new fundraiser…
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Vetta Nordic Spa Anniversary and Expansion
As Vettä Nordic Spa approaches its fifth anniversary in Oro-Medonte, the destination is celebrating with one of its biggest expansions yet. Owner Eric Harkonen…
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Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week
You can't see it, smell it, or taste it, and that's exactly why carbon monoxide is so dangerous. During Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, Barrie Fire and…
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Cruz Pyros - Bodybuilding Barrie teen
He recently won all four categories he entered at a bodybuilding competition in Michigan. Out of the blue, he was invited to compete for a professional…
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Preparing for Winter
A mild winter forecast sounds great on paper, but emergency officials say it could still bring heavy snow, damaging ice storms and lengthy power outages. On…
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Fraud and Fraud Prevention
As fraud scams continue to evolve and become more convincing, Barrie Police are urging residents to stay vigilant. From fake bank investigators to grandparent…
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Successful Aging Expo
As Barrie prepares to host its first-ever Successful Aging Expo, organizers hope the event will help older adults and their families connect with the services…
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Barrie Deadpool
You may have seen him wandering around downtown Barrie. A masked man. A Deadpool knockoff. Neil Griffin, trying to be a positive influence in the city…
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MNP Survey, Insolvency
Economic uncertainty, concerns about artificial intelligence and the lingering pressure of higher living costs are leaving many working Ontarians worried about…
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Barrie Film Festival 2026
The 29th Barrie Film Festival opens this weekend (Oct. 17) with 17 feature films, 20 short films, and a lot of Canadian content. Festival Director, Claudine…
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Barrie film director Sergio Navarretta
Barrie film director Sergio Navarretta takes the spotlight on opening night of the Barrie Film Festival on October 17. His latest film is What We Have Left, a…
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Locallicious
Locallicious returns to Barrie this weekend until November 1. It has become Barrie’s most popular culinary experience, boasting some of the best local…
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Last Blast and Night at the Boo-seum, Simcoe County Museum
The County of Simcoe Museum is bringing history to life this weekend with its annual Last Blast event on Saturday. Visitors can see historic bulldozers…
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Home Sweet Home fundraiser - Barrie Families Unite
Barrie homeowners looking to tackle projects around the house while supporting a local cause will have the chance later this month as Barrie Families Unite…
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Hometown Harvest Festival, Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, October 8, 2026
The Hometown Harvest Festival Thanksgiving weekend at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons is a celebration of "the harvest and the bounty of the fall," blending the…
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Fire Prevention Week, Oct 5, 2026
It is Fire Prevention Week. Lithium-ion batteries are the focus this year - charging them, where you're charging them, and what you're charging them with…
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Hate Crimes, Cancer Survivors, Poverty Grants and Barrie’s Mayoral Race
What’s happening around Barrie right now? This week on What Barrie’s Talking About, we’re covering everything from hate crimes and sexual assault services to…
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Fall Arrives in Barrie With Food, EV and Housing Updates
Fall has officially arrived, and after a pretty decent summer, there are plenty of reasons to look ahead. This week on What Barrie's Talking About, we're…
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Barrie Mayoral Election 2026 and Barrie Colts Get Ready for a New Season
The municipal election campaign is underway in Barrie, and we're starting a series of conversations with the candidates running for mayor. This week, Tanya…
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Lightfoot Festival Returns to Orillia as Local Fighter Steps Into the Ice
Orillia is getting ready to celebrate one of Canada's most famous musicians. The Lightfoot Festival Orillia returns to honour the music, life, and legacy of…
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Barrie Businesses Face New Tariffs as Back-to-School Safety Takes Centre Stage
The summer is winding down, and that means two things are happening around Simcoe County. Businesses are still trying to figure out how new U.S. tariffs will…
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Barrie Family Doctors, Battery Safety, and Loose Parts Art
What happens when medical students finish their training and decide to stay right here in Simcoe County? This week, we're talking about Barrie family doctors…
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Ontario Emergency Preparedness Funding and Retirement Planning
How prepared are you for the next emergency? And have you started thinking about retirement? This week, we're looking at two topics that affect almost everyone…
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Grey and Simcoe Foresters 160th Anniversary in Barrie
You may have heard the name around Barrie and Simcoe County, but do you know exactly who the Grey and Simcoe Foresters are? This year marks the Grey and Simcoe…
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Barrie Illegal Shops and Kempenfest 2026 Recap
Two major topics are dominating conversations across Barrie this week. The City of Barrie is introducing a new strategy to deal with Barrie illegal shops…
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Barrie Roller Derby Stars, Safer Driving, and a Busy Weekend of Local Sports
The upcoming holiday weekend means more people will be travelling across Ontario, whether it's heading to cottage country, visiting family, or taking a day…
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Barrie Housing Market Update, Trump Tariffs, and Georgian College Fundraiser
Economic uncertainty is making headlines again, but there are still reasons for optimism across Simcoe County. This week we looks at how interest rates, global…
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Seven First Nations Nuclear Partnership, Local Author Honoured, and a Milestone for Tree Planting
There’s no shortage of stories highlighting growth and innovation across Simcoe County this week. From an award-winning local author to a historic investment…
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Simcoe County Seniors Housing, Summer Forecast and Jessie Eldridge
What will summer look like after a spring that many people would rather forget? That's one of the questions we're exploring this week. We're also taking a…
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Barrie Dog Attack Hero, Eric Johnston Comedy Show, and Friday Harbour Summer Events
Sometimes the biggest stories come from ordinary people doing extraordinary things. This week, we're hearing from a local man who helped rescue a young boy…
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Barrie Adoption Story, Wind Phone at Clearview EcoPark, and World Cup Flag Craze
This week’s stories across Barrie and Simcoe County are deeply emotional, unexpectedly uplifting, and very connected to community. From a powerful personal…
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Ontario Insolvency Trends, Auto Theft Prevention, and Family Events in Simcoe County
Money is on a lot of people's minds these days. Across Ontario, more residents are struggling with debt, rising costs, and mortgage payments. At the same time…
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Honouring Destiny, Barrie's Youngest Gym Owner, and One Man's Case for Sasquatch
A Barrie father honors the daughter he lost to mental health struggles by organizing a ball hockey tournament in her name. Riley McCullough, possibly Canada's…
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Barrie Community Safety, Tick Warnings, and Infrastructure Growth Across Simcoe County
There’s a lot happening across Barrie and Simcoe County right now, and many of the conversations are centered around one big theme: growth. Whether it’s public…
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Barrie Student’s Artwork Heads to War Museum, Alzheimer’s Walks, and Kempenfelt Derby Return
There’s a strong sense of community spirit across Barrie and Simcoe County this week. From a local student earning national recognition for her artwork to…
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Pediatric Care Expansion at RVH, Life Insurance Tips, and United Way Support in Barrie
There are some important conversations happening across Barrie and Simcoe County this week, especially when it comes to health, financial planning, and…
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Barrie Emergency Preparedness Week, McHappy Day Returns, and Community Voices
What would you do if everything changed in an instant? That’s the question at the heart of this week’s conversations across Barrie and Simcoe County. From…
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Barrie Solar Dealership, Dragon Boat Races, and Community Events Across Simcoe County
There’s a real mix of innovation, planning ahead, and meaningful community conversations happening across Barrie and Simcoe County this week. From a local…
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Record Store Day Barrie, Women in Business Spotlight, and Simcoe County Rovers Season Preview
If you’ve ever spent hours flipping through vinyl or hunting for that one perfect album, this week might feel a little nostalgic. From the return of Record…
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Barrie Crime and Housing Connection, Colts Round Two Preview, and Movers for Moms Campaign
There’s a mix of serious issues and community-driven stories across Barrie this week. From the connection between crime and housing to playoff hockey and local…
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Barrie Affordable Housing Push, Ice Storm Lessons, and Community Initiatives
There’s a strong focus on growth and resilience across Barrie and Simcoe County this week. From major investments in affordable housing to lessons learned from…
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Barrie Colts Playoff Preview, Neuralink Trial, and Barrie Police Technology Update
There’s a lot happening across Barrie and Simcoe County this week. From playoff hockey excitement to powerful personal stories and important community…
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Spring Arrives, Food Bank Demand Rises, and Community Events
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…
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Barrie Housing Market Update and Veteran Flag Proposal
There’s plenty happening around Barrie and Simcoe County this week. From encouraging signs in the local housing market to a proposal aimed at recognizing…
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Spring Forward, Check Your Alarms, and Maybe Take a Polar Plunge
Another week in Barrie means another round of stories that have people talking across the city and across Simcoe County. From the clocks changing this weekend…
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Colts on Fire, March Mullet Returns, and a Local Connection to the Brier
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360, your weekly look at the stories shaping our community. This week, we’re talking…
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Police Integrity, Safer Streets, Hockeyville Hopes and a Colts Surge
Welcome to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360, your weekly deep dive into the stories shaping our community. This week’s episode…
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Bowling for a Cause, Colts Clinch, and a Giant Snowman with a Big Heart
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. This week’s episode is all about community. From youth mentorship and playoff…
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Tariff Tensions, Policing Behind the Scenes & Valentine’s Day with a Twist
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. This week’s episode spans everything from international trade tensions and local…
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An Earthquake Surprise, Fraud Warnings as Tax Season Nears, and the Colts’ Playoff Push
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. Just when it felt like winter had already thrown everything it had at us, this…
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Thinking Spring: Baycats Baseball and the Return of Locallicious
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. With snow and cold still hanging around, this week’s episode looks ahead to…
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Lessons from the Dragon’s Den and a Banner Weekend for the Barrie Colts
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. This week’s episode focuses on resilience, learning from big moments, and a local…
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Snow, Plows, and the Winter Blahs
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. This week’s episode is all about the snow! Why we’ve seen so much of it, how much…
What Barrie's Talking About🎅 A Year in Review With Danta Claus
We have a special Christmas message from Dan (Danta Claus) Blakeley. Gather around and listen to a dramatic reading of Dan's original Christmas poem that…
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Winter Worries, Holiday Help, and a Barrie Business Hits the Dragon’s Den
Welcome in to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360. With winter officially arriving Sunday morning, this week’s episode looks at…
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Recycling Changes, World Junior Dreams, Coldest Night Expansion & Top Chef Returns
Welcome back to What Barrie’s Talking About, the weekly podcast that brings you the stories shaping our city and the voices behind them. This week, we’re…
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Homesteading Dreams, Hidden Homebuying Costs & Colts Holding First Place
Welcome back to What Barrie’s Talking About, the weekly podcast that brings you the local stories, conversations, and insights shaping our community. This…
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Polar Vortex Buzz, Mayor Nuttall’s Mid-Term Check-In, First Light Turns 25
Welcome back to another edition of What Barrie’s Talking About — the podcast that digs into the stories shaping our city and the people who call it home. This…
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Curling Royalty, A New Library, Holiday Giving & Colts on Fire
Another week, another batch of stories shaping life in our city. What Barrie’s Talking About is back with fresh conversations, community updates, and a few…
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Holiday Cheer, Hockey Wins & a Barrie Recycling Milestone
It’s a jam-packed week on What Barrie’s Talking About from Barrie 360 — the podcast that dives into the stories shaping our community. We’re celebrating the…