Stay informed with this week's top community news from Barrie:
Student-led non-profit initiative hosts free thrift event for those in need
Students from an Edmonton high school kept a non-profit charity initiative alive with a two-day event that provided free clothing and hygiene products to anyone who needs them. Christina Daniel found...
Read Full Story →We want to hear how you would improve Barrie
Over the years, BarrieToday has published countless stories, celebrated local heroes, informed the community on challenges we faced, recognized the good work of our neighbours and partnered with local...
Read Full Story →'We need people to stand up': More volunteers sought for Ontario Winter Games
For the fourth time, the City of Orillia will host the Ontario Winter Games, set to officially kick off on Feb. 19. But without volunteers, community-run events like this can’t succeed, warn organize...
Read Full Story →Four charities stories to watch in 2026, including two happening now
Goodbye, 2025: when it came to big announcements, 2025 was a relatively underwhelming year for Canada’s charities and non-profits. But what will 2026 hold for the sector? Below, we highlight four deve...
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