Nonprofit Organizations in Barrie

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Barrie & District is committed to providing children and youth with valuable mentoring programs vital in fostering their full potential to succeed.

Bladder Cancer Canada is the first and only Canadian patient advocacy organization dedicated to bladder cancer issues. Bladder Cancer Canada (BCC) is committed to providing comprehensive support, raising awareness, and funding crucial research initiatives. As a national charitable non-profit organization, BCC plays a vital role in supporting patients and their loved ones by offering platforms for education, connection and shared experiences. Through our initiatives, we ensure that individuals facing a bladder cancer diagnosis have access to resources, information and support services. Our unwavering dedication to raising awareness fosters understanding within the community and aims to raise awareness of symptoms among the public and the medical community. We also actively contribute to advancing medical knowledge and treatment options by funding research projects. By addressing the multifaceted needs of patients, promoting awareness and investing in research, Bladder Cancer Canada stands as a beacon of support for both patients and their loved ones nationwide. Bladder Cancer Canada’s Vision Through patient support, awareness and research, our vision is to create a world where bladder cancer is just a memory Bladder Cancer Canada’s Mission Support: Help bladder cancer patients and their support teams address the day-to-day issues of the disease Awareness: Increase awareness of bladder cancer among the public and medical community Research: Fund innovative research which pursues the diagnosis, treatment and elimination of bladder cancer

Barrie Bombers JR Lacrosse Club is a not-for-profit incorporation that has been in operation since the 2015 season, and is funded by sponsorship, fundraising and donations whenever available.  We are committed to always promoting and developing the game of lacrosse with an emphasis on sportsmanship and fair play.  We plan to develop community spirit and encourage good fellowship amongst all participants to the betterment of their physical, mental and social wellbeing thus our community. Our team has 10 Home Games (& 10 Away Games), played at Peggy Hill Team Community Centre, Barrie. The Executive and coaching staff are volunteers and do not receive any remuneration.  Sponsorship provides equipment, apparel, transportation costs and floor time for the team, thus keeping the enrollment fees down for our players, helping to keep sports affordable for families and providing opportunities to low-income families.  Lacrosse is Canada's national summer sport!

Contact: Mike Hales Location: Peggy Hill Team Community Centre, 171 Mapleton Ave, Barrie, ON L4N 8T6 Email: coach.hales11@gmail.com Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers committing to assist with club operations will be provided with a Regular Season Pass for Home Games. Any one with a graphic art, design, marketing, media or sponsorship experience are welcome to assist with building our brand and raising needed funds for club operation. High School Students looking to fulfill their requirement for volunteer hours look no further. College/University Students possibly looking for placement experience in their field of study, please contact us. Some of the Duties Include: - Front Door Staff – selling admission tickets, 50/50 Raffle tickets - Social Media - Music - Game Day Filming - Dressing Room Attendants - Admission Security

Bravado!, Barrie’s show choir, was formed in 1996 with a vision towards creating a multi-artistic experience. Under the musical direction of Marianne Derow, the choir continually challenges traditional notions of choral music by layering vocal excellence with the visual appeal of staging and choreography. In 2018, Bravado established Bravado Kids, a choir for children aged 8-14 that fosters a love of singing, dancing and performing by being featured in Bravado concerts. Bravado! performs two shows per year, at Christmas and in the spring. Bravado! also sings at charitable fundraisers and private functions, and have been guest performers at musical concerts throughout the Simcoe Region. Bravado! reaches out to the community by holding their popular Voices at Large public rehearsals, hiring regional musicians, and encouraging youth to participate in performances both behind the scenes and onstage Our mission statement is "Building Community through Music"; Bravado takes pride in the our family of community volunteers who help us with many vital tasks behind the scenes.

In 1974, a group of parents determined to find cures for their children living with type 1 diabetes came together to begin what is now Breakthrough T1D, launching the largest funder and advocate for T1D research in Canada. Our focus was and remains on finding cures for type 1 diabetes (T1D); since then, the organization has helped to fund research that has led to innovation and evolution of treatments that improve the quality of life for people living with T1D.

Breast Cancer Canada is a leading national organization dedicated to the fight against breast cancer. Committed to both supporting those affected and funding pivotal research, we strive to foster awareness, provide education, and champion early detection. Through our efforts, we aim to reduce the impact of this disease and move closer to a future where breast cancer is more preventable, treatable, and beatable.

Bridget’s Bunnies works to ensure no one endures pregnancy or infant loss alone. We do this by providing Comfort Kits to individuals and families in their moment of crisis, meeting them further along in their journey through our community celebration of love, Bridget’s Run, and through our Little Loss Libraries which provide discreet access to grief and loss resources to those who need them most throughout Simcoe-Muskoka.

CASE Psychology is a multidisciplinary mental health practice based in Burlington, Ontario. We provide therapy, counseling, and diagnostic assessment services to children, adolescents, young adults, and parents in the Greater Toronto Area and surroundings.

Our purpose: To unite and inspire all Canadians to take control of cancer. Our mission: In trusted partnership with donors and volunteers, we improve the lives of all those affected by cancer through world-class research, transformative advocacy and compassionate support.

CNIB passionately provides community-based support, knowledge and a national voice to ensure Canadians who are blind or partially sighted have the confidence, skills and opportunities to fully participate in life. Founded in 1918, we’re entering our 100th year of operation – and celebrating a century of changing individual lives and society as a whole. Our work – and our impact – takes many forms. Through Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, a new health services organization operated by CNIB, we provide personalized rehabilitation services designed to enhance independence, safety and mobility after a loss of sight. Meanwhile, CNIB’s other community-based services empower Canadians who are blind or partially sighted to lead rich, full lives, and move us toward a more inclusive world.

Many lives have been changed and saved through the amazing dogs at COPE Service Dogs. Joe is leading an independent life with his Service Dog by his side. Stephanie has been saved from the brink of suicide, thanks to unconditional love of the dogs in COPE Service Dogs' Canines in the Classroom program. Residents at Hospice Simcoe are leaving this physical world in peace while being comforted by Facility Dog, Daisy. Dogs have healing powers. Join us to change more lives by volunteering!