Diversity & Inclusion
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation [Monday, September 30, 2024] National Truth and Reconciliation Day is a time for us to consider the importance of coming together with Indigenous Peoples and recognizing the truths of our history together as a community. Not only of the horrors of the residential school system, but of the continued…
Read MoreEmpower Simcoe 2024 AGM; Paul Markle Keynote
Empower Simcoe 2024 AGM; Paul Markle Keynote [September 11, 2024 – Barrie, ON] Executive Director, Paul Markle had the privilege of delivering the keynote address at the Annual General Meeting of Empower Simcoe. In his address, Paul highlighted the importance of the collaboration between the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, Empower Simcoe and business leaders within…
Read MoreJoining Forces – Collective Action to Combat Homelessness in Barrie
Joining Forces – Collective Action to Combat Homelessness in Barrie FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12th, 2024 [Barrie – August 12 2014] Acting as a representative for the business community and residents of Barrie, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce recognizes the urgent need to address the growing humanitarian crisis affecting our city and the province.…
Read MoreBHER: Nine new innovative partnerships
BHER: Nine new innovative partnerships Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) BHER: Nine new innovative partnerships that will bring work-integrated learning to employers and students left out of traditional placements OTTAWA, ON, April 29, 2024 /CNW/ – The Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) is pleased to announce nine new work-integrated learning (WIL) partnerships. Thanks to generous support from…
Read MoreOntario Connecting Up to 34,000 People to Primary Care Teams in Simcoe, Bruce and York Regions
Ontario Connecting Up to 34,000 People to Primary Care Teams in Simcoe, Bruce and York Regions From Left to Right: Paul Markle – Executive Director of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, Attorney General Doug Downey, Health Minister Sylvia Jones, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Andrea Khanjin The Barrie Chamber of Commerce proudly supports…
Read MorePress Release: 2024 Women In Business WINNERS
Press Release: 2024 Women In Business WINNERS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Success at the Women In Business Awards 2024 Announcement of Winners Barrie, Ontario – March 8, 2024 – On International Women’s Day, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to publicly announce the recipients of the Women In Business Awards…
Read MorePress Release: Launch of the 2024 Women In Business Awards
Press Release: Launch of the 2024 Women In Business Awards Nominations are now open! NOMINATE NOW FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie Chamber of Commerce Announces the 2024 Women in Business Awards Barrie, ON – November 30, 2023 – To honor the impact of women on Barrie’s business community, the Barrie Chamber of Commerce is thrilled…
Read MoreSharing Prosperity: An Introduction to Building Relationships for Economic Reconciliation in Ontario
Sharing Prosperity: An Introduction to Building Relationships for Economic Reconciliation in Ontario Immediate release November 23, 2023 The Robust Indigenous Economy Makes Economic Reconciliation an Urgent Business Imperative (TORONTO– November 23, 2023) – Taking action on economic reconciliation has tremendous value for Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses alike, enabling opportunities for shared economic prosperity and long-term…
Read MorePress Release: 2023 Barrie Business Awards Winners
Press Release: 2023 Barrie Business Awards Winners FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie, ON – [November 2, 2023] – The Barrie Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the triumphant recipients of the 2023 Barrie Business Awards Gala. This prestigious event celebrated exceptional businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to the economic and social well-being of…
Read MoreMind the Gap: Addressing the Mental Health and Addictions Echo Pandemic
Mind the Gap: Addressing the Mental Health and Addictions Echo Pandemic Small and Medium-Size Businesses Face Outsized Challenges Due to Mental Health “Echo Pandemic” FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Toronto – October 17, 2023) – Ontario’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing the negative effects of declining employee and community mental health as a result of…
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