Chris Simon

Chris Simon has a byline on 108 stories in this site's index of Barrie election and civic reporting, 2017 to 2022, for Simcoe.com.

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Every story in this site's media index with Chris Simon in the byline, newest first: 108 pieces. Each has a citation to copy; the link goes to the outlet's page.

2022

November 16, 2022 'No better group of individuals to meet the day': City of Barrie's 2022-26 mayor, councillors sworn in Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'No better group of individuals to meet the day': City of Barrie's 2022-26 mayor, councillors sworn in,” Simcoe.com, November 16, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/no-better-group-of-individuals-to-meet-the-day-city-of-barries-2022-26-mayor/article_74bbc01d-f11f-5fe7-a10a-16bb0288631c.html.
November 7, 2022 Outgoing Coun. Mike McCann blames media for low voter turnout, promises breakdown of ‘Love Barrie’ sign finances Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Outgoing Coun. Mike McCann blames media for low voter turnout, promises breakdown of ‘Love Barrie’ sign finances,” Simcoe.com, November 7, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/outgoing-coun-mike-mccann-blames-media-for-low-voter-turnout-promises-breakdown-of-love-barrie/article_4a865a87-c845-5470-9a70-78634c08be8c.html.
November 7, 2022 ‘I am going to miss this place terribly’: Departing Barrie council members give final thoughts before end of term Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘I am going to miss this place terribly’: Departing Barrie council members give final thoughts before end of term,” Simcoe.com, November 7, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/i-am-going-to-miss-this-place-terribly-departing-barrie-council-members-give-final-thoughts/article_1ab5661a-af09-5543-be58-947b94fd9baa.html.
November 1, 2022 ‘A fine job’: Barrie bylaw officers charge election candidates nearly $4,300 in fees for sign violations Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘A fine job’: Barrie bylaw officers charge election candidates nearly $4,300 in fees for sign violations,” Simcoe.com, November 1, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/a-fine-job-barrie-bylaw-officers-charge-election-candidates-nearly-4-300-in-fees-for/article_e5dfcf89-7b30-5fd0-8ef0-7d41982be12f.html.
October 27, 2022 'An incredible team that’s been elected': City of Barrie certifies municipal election results Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'An incredible team that’s been elected': City of Barrie certifies municipal election results,” Simcoe.com, October 27, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/an-incredible-team-that-s-been-elected-city-of-barrie-certifies-municipal-election-results/article_0c6ee632-a7f3-52de-8a27-fc4bc2db470e.html.
October 26, 2022 ‘Be positive, professional and build a better Barrie’: Mayor, advocates offer advice to incoming city council Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Be positive, professional and build a better Barrie’: Mayor, advocates offer advice to incoming city council,” Simcoe.com, October 26, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/be-positive-professional-and-build-a-better-barrie-mayor-advocates-offer-advice-to-incoming-city/article_42471b5e-4b6d-5e6c-a0b0-94c3b0efb62c.html.
October 26, 2022 ‘You burned every bridge’: Outgoing Barrie mayor, councillor spar online over election results Simcoe.com · By Chris Simon and Brett Glover Chris Simon and Brett Glover, “‘You burned every bridge’: Outgoing Barrie mayor, councillor spar online over election results,” Simcoe.com, October 26, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/you-burned-every-bridge-outgoing-barrie-mayor-councillor-spar-online-over-election-results/article_08c78339-46bb-54a0-b3f1-88264da85675.html.
October 24, 2022 ‘This isn’t a one-man show’: Alex Nuttall elected as Barrie’s next mayor Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘This isn’t a one-man show’: Alex Nuttall elected as Barrie’s next mayor,” Simcoe.com, October 24, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/this-isn-t-a-one-man-show-alex-nuttall-elected-as-barrie-s-next-mayor/article_f93a715b-2608-502f-b8c8-968ecfd1a8bc.html.
October 20, 2022 Who’s endorsing whom? Barrie’s mayoral hopefuls have some well-known supporters Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Who’s endorsing whom? Barrie’s mayoral hopefuls have some well-known supporters,” Simcoe.com, October 20, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/who-s-endorsing-whom-barrie-s-mayoral-hopefuls-have-some-well-known-supporters/article_52d7c6d9-4ec7-5685-bfaa-8cc606efc60c.html.
October 12, 2022 'Not criminals, plain and simple': Nurses ask Barrie mayoral candidates to support simple drug possession decriminalization Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'Not criminals, plain and simple': Nurses ask Barrie mayoral candidates to support simple drug possession decriminalization,” Simcoe.com, October 12, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/not-criminals-plain-and-simple-nurses-ask-barrie-mayoral-candidates-to-support-simple-drug-possession/article_d3361b67-413a-5a8a-8f45-7681b7ce765c.html.
October 11, 2022 Eight ‘residents in the know’ suggest ways Barrie council could increase civic engagement in the next term Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Eight ‘residents in the know’ suggest ways Barrie council could increase civic engagement in the next term,” Simcoe.com, October 11, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/eight-residents-in-the-know-suggest-ways-barrie-council-could-increase-civic-engagement-in-the/article_efd981bf-3430-5e39-8562-bb4f4a4de6dd.html.
October 11, 2022 ‘Screaming to the high heavens’: How Barrie’s mayoral candidates plan to help businesses, economy recover from COVID-19 Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Screaming to the high heavens’: How Barrie’s mayoral candidates plan to help businesses, economy recover from COVID-19,” Simcoe.com, October 11, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/screaming-to-the-high-heavens-how-barrie-s-mayoral-candidates-plan-to-help-businesses-economy/article_f88707b2-c4b6-5151-b6c8-99dafc2035d2.html.
October 7, 2022 3 questions posed to mayoral candidates during Living Green Barrie's debate on the environment Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “3 questions posed to mayoral candidates during Living Green Barrie's debate on the environment,” Simcoe.com, October 7, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/3-questions-posed-to-mayoral-candidates-during-living-green-barries-debate-on-the-environment/article_ea04fc8e-89e9-5e48-b0eb-8df647ec89b7.html.
October 4, 2022 Barrie mayoral hopefuls talk Highway 400 bridges, performing arts centre and other infrastructure priorities for 2022-26 term Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie mayoral hopefuls talk Highway 400 bridges, performing arts centre and other infrastructure priorities for 2022-26 term,” Simcoe.com, October 4, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-mayoral-hopefuls-talk-highway-400-bridges-performing-arts-centre-and-other-infrastructure-priorities-for/article_510b39db-d685-56af-9aff-c6d8387e7e36.html.
September 30, 2022 1 candidate fined, 4 complaints received over municipal election signs in City of Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “1 candidate fined, 4 complaints received over municipal election signs in City of Barrie,” Simcoe.com, September 30, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/1-candidate-fined-4-complaints-received-over-municipal-election-signs-in-city-of-barrie/article_d03b1a70-c755-5fdd-aa8b-aa6a0d437aa0.html.
September 29, 2022 'I will listen, learn and lead': Mayoral candidates talk track records, living in poverty during forum at Barrie legion Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'I will listen, learn and lead': Mayoral candidates talk track records, living in poverty during forum at Barrie legion,” Simcoe.com, September 29, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/i-will-listen-learn-and-lead-mayoral-candidates-talk-track-records-living-in-poverty-during/article_22328b72-3009-5f33-8e25-4f2fa8b48c20.html.
September 28, 2022 Six things you need to know about voting in Barrie’s municipal election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Six things you need to know about voting in Barrie’s municipal election,” Simcoe.com, September 28, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/six-things-you-need-to-know-about-voting-in-barrie-s-municipal-election/article_96da8a0b-2a30-5bfe-9f28-f2b91546eeec.html.
September 28, 2022 WE ASKED: How would Barrie's mayoral candidates strengthen the city's ties with local Indigenous communities? Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “WE ASKED: How would Barrie's mayoral candidates strengthen the city's ties with local Indigenous communities?,” Simcoe.com, September 28, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/we-asked-how-would-barries-mayoral-candidates-strengthen-the-citys-ties-with-local-indigenous-communities/article_396d7264-ede7-5922-a77e-4be3fac7f256.html.
September 27, 2022 City councillor accuses Engage Barrie chair of 'direct, targeted harassment' through 'fake' Twitter account, blog Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “City councillor accuses Engage Barrie chair of 'direct, targeted harassment' through 'fake' Twitter account, blog,” Simcoe.com, September 27, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/city-councillor-accuses-engage-barrie-chair-of-direct-targeted-harassment-through-fake-twitter-account-blog/article_d5a127e7-0e85-5995-b32e-58e1e82cb4ca.html.
September 23, 2022 Barrie Coun. Natalie Harris says she was the target of online 'harassment' by the public Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie Coun. Natalie Harris says she was the target of online 'harassment' by the public,” Simcoe.com, September 23, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-coun-natalie-harris-says-she-was-the-target-of-online-harassment-by-the-public/article_345556ab-5e49-5f63-a355-cd2dfbfb2ddb.html.
September 21, 2022 Five current and former Barrie council members talk about what it takes to be a good municipal politician Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Five current and former Barrie council members talk about what it takes to be a good municipal politician,” Simcoe.com, September 21, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/five-current-and-former-barrie-council-members-talk-about-what-it-takes-to-be-a/article_3868f501-bc10-5f53-acc0-ec2254d3fb04.html.
September 20, 2022 ‘We don’t want to lose anybody’: Where do Barrie’s mayoral candidates stand on supervised drug-consumption sites? Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘We don’t want to lose anybody’: Where do Barrie’s mayoral candidates stand on supervised drug-consumption sites?,” Simcoe.com, September 20, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/we-don-t-want-to-lose-anybody-where-do-barrie-s-mayoral-candidates-stand-on/article_e5a40a0e-0c6d-5070-91f7-a341d255eb69.html.
September 14, 2022 Bench warrant issued for Barrie mayoral candidate, thong-wearing anti-vaccine protester Weldon Hachey Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Bench warrant issued for Barrie mayoral candidate, thong-wearing anti-vaccine protester Weldon Hachey,” Simcoe.com, September 14, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/bench-warrant-issued-for-barrie-mayoral-candidate-thong-wearing-anti-vaccine-protester-weldon-hachey/article_136197e2-e191-5045-9b13-a5bdf1791856.html.
September 13, 2022 From growth to integrity: Five key issues that should define Barrie’s municipal election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “From growth to integrity: Five key issues that should define Barrie’s municipal election,” Simcoe.com, September 13, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/from-growth-to-integrity-five-key-issues-that-should-define-barrie-s-municipal-election/article_53b34a1f-95c2-5a91-b86e-0164c24c0ad2.html.
September 13, 2022 ‘Beauty, vibrancy and community’: How Barrie’s election candidates can help support the downtown Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Beauty, vibrancy and community’: How Barrie’s election candidates can help support the downtown,” Simcoe.com, September 13, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/beauty-vibrancy-and-community-how-barrie-s-election-candidates-can-help-support-the-downtown/article_2b6b2113-e741-5877-9520-f499b88c6a5a.html.
August 20, 2022 Barrie's unofficial candidate list shows seven hopefuls vying for mayor, two ward councillor acclamations Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie's unofficial candidate list shows seven hopefuls vying for mayor, two ward councillor acclamations,” Simcoe.com, August 20, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barries-unofficial-candidate-list-shows-seven-hopefuls-vying-for-mayor-two-ward-councillor-acclamations/article_42dbd6d8-6ad0-5f12-ab36-9a43236d4389.html.
August 16, 2022 ‘People are election-ed out’: Why Barrie may be heading toward a drop off in municipal election candidate registrations Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘People are election-ed out’: Why Barrie may be heading toward a drop off in municipal election candidate registrations,” Simcoe.com, August 16, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/people-are-election-ed-out-why-barrie-may-be-heading-toward-a-drop-off-in/article_c5b535ff-4ff5-5508-b879-107277cd5b8e.html.
August 2, 2022 Former aide to now-Barrie mayoral candidate Alex Nuttall charged in alleged 2020 Conservative leadership race data breach Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Former aide to now-Barrie mayoral candidate Alex Nuttall charged in alleged 2020 Conservative leadership race data breach,” Simcoe.com, August 2, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/former-aide-to-now-barrie-mayoral-candidate-alex-nuttall-charged-in-alleged-2020-conservative-leadership/article_be571af4-a27e-5047-9eda-47eb4c208af9.html.
July 20, 2022 Barrie Coun. Mike McCann enters city’s mayoral race Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie Coun. Mike McCann enters city’s mayoral race,” Simcoe.com, July 20, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-coun-mike-mccann-enters-city-s-mayoral-race/article_2eb3cbcc-24ed-5c88-9a4c-40df3ecaf8d1.html.
July 14, 2022 Barrie takes names, photos off 'Mayor and Council' web page ahead of election. It's the only local municipality to do so Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie takes names, photos off 'Mayor and Council' web page ahead of election. It's the only local municipality to do so,” Simcoe.com, July 14, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-takes-names-photos-off-mayor-and-council-web-page-ahead-of-election-its-the/article_96368825-5239-5363-8552-6980bca4c45b.html.
June 22, 2022 'Preserve and enhance the things we love': Deputy mayor, longtime councillor Barry Ward taking mayoral run in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'Preserve and enhance the things we love': Deputy mayor, longtime councillor Barry Ward taking mayoral run in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, June 22, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/preserve-and-enhance-the-things-we-love-deputy-mayor-longtime-councillor-barry-ward-taking-mayoral/article_33b63010-e8e5-5503-95d4-0f03c2d546fb.html.
May 26, 2022 'My sweet spot': Former Simcoe County warden, Penetanguishene mayor running for Barrie's mayoral seat Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'My sweet spot': Former Simcoe County warden, Penetanguishene mayor running for Barrie's mayoral seat,” Simcoe.com, May 26, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/my-sweet-spot-former-simcoe-county-warden-penetanguishene-mayor-running-for-barries-mayoral-seat/article_b3cf5e6c-678b-5559-8b05-acef46509cf3.html.
May 24, 2022 'Always stay true to yourself': Coun. Natalie Harris drops out of City of Barrie’s mayoral race Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'Always stay true to yourself': Coun. Natalie Harris drops out of City of Barrie’s mayoral race,” Simcoe.com, May 24, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/always-stay-true-to-yourself-coun-natalie-harris-drops-out-of-city-of-barrie-s/article_8caa4aab-4888-55eb-a43e-31eb82e47225.html.
May 2, 2022 Three candidates enter race for Barrie mayor on opening day of the municipal election's nomination period Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Three candidates enter race for Barrie mayor on opening day of the municipal election's nomination period,” Simcoe.com, May 2, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/three-candidates-enter-race-for-barrie-mayor-on-opening-day-of-the-municipal-elections-nomination/article_a88ab5fe-3c78-5f10-8f13-a74b6fb50005.html.
April 25, 2022 Barrie council news: Diversity sought for city committees, Bayfield safety improvements being explored Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie council news: Diversity sought for city committees, Bayfield safety improvements being explored,” Simcoe.com, April 25, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10613351-barrie-council-news-diversity-sought-for-city-committees-bayfield-safety-improvements-being-explored/.
February 25, 2022 ‘I’m really passionate’: Sarah Jensen taking over chair’s seat on Downtown Barrie BIA board Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘I’m really passionate’: Sarah Jensen taking over chair’s seat on Downtown Barrie BIA board,” Simcoe.com, February 25, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10578689--i-m-really-passionate-sarah-jensen-taking-over-chair-s-seat-on-downtown-barrie-bia-board.
February 25, 2022 ‘You will see me lead by example’: Ex-MP Alex Nuttall confirms he’s running for Barrie mayoral seat Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘You will see me lead by example’: Ex-MP Alex Nuttall confirms he’s running for Barrie mayoral seat,” Simcoe.com, February 25, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/you-will-see-me-lead-by-example-ex-mp-alex-nuttall-confirms-he-s-running/article_cb4d5f3e-c207-5a7a-8b7a-7e68e0c37deb.html.
February 24, 2022 Mayor Jeff Lehman seeking Ontario Liberal nomination to run for MPP in Barrie–Springwater–Oro-Medonte Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Mayor Jeff Lehman seeking Ontario Liberal nomination to run for MPP in Barrie–Springwater–Oro-Medonte,” Simcoe.com, February 24, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/mayor-jeff-lehman-seeking-ontario-liberal-nomination-to-run-for-mpp-in-barrie-springwater-oro/article_5d551690-06ea-5e0d-8c43-d9d13a239ec6.html.
February 1, 2022 Barrie council news: Performing arts centre plans approved, councillor announces mayoral bid Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie council news: Performing arts centre plans approved, councillor announces mayoral bid,” Simcoe.com, February 1, 2022, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-council-news-performing-arts-centre-plans-approved-councillor-announces-mayoral-bid/article_f198bd9d-c9b7-5399-af0e-6c928b0dd08a.html.

2021

June 1, 2021 ‘I have the skillset and desire’: Morales appointed Downtown Barrie BIA chair Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘I have the skillset and desire’: Morales appointed Downtown Barrie BIA chair,” Simcoe.com, June 1, 2021, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10405908--i-have-the-skillset-and-desire-morales-appointed-downtown-barrie-bia-chair.
April 29, 2021 ‘Disastrous’: Barrie mayor, advocates say downtown BIA must address 'damaging' governance issues Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Disastrous’: Barrie mayor, advocates say downtown BIA must address 'damaging' governance issues,” Simcoe.com, April 29, 2021, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10382853--disastrous-barrie-mayor-advocates-say-downtown-bia-must-address-damaging-governance-issues/.
April 26, 2021 Downtown Barrie BIA chair resigns months after making 'insulting and derogatory' comments during meeting Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Downtown Barrie BIA chair resigns months after making 'insulting and derogatory' comments during meeting,” Simcoe.com, April 26, 2021, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10381215-downtown-barrie-bia-chair-resigns-months-after-making-insulting-and-derogatory-comments-during-meeting/.
April 23, 2021 Ex-mayor Hamilton should be removed as BIA chair for 'offensive, insulting' comments: Barrie integrity commissioner Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Ex-mayor Hamilton should be removed as BIA chair for 'offensive, insulting' comments: Barrie integrity commissioner,” Simcoe.com, April 23, 2021, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10379636-ex-mayor-hamilton-should-be-removed-as-bia-chair-for-offensive-insulting-comments-barrie-integrity-commissioner/.
March 19, 2021 Barrie integrity commissioner investigated summertime spat between councillors Morales, Aylwin Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie integrity commissioner investigated summertime spat between councillors Morales, Aylwin,” Simcoe.com, March 19, 2021, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10355896-barrie-integrity-commissioner-investigated-summertime-spat-between-councillors-morales-aylwin/.

2020

November 23, 2020 Barrie council news: Tourism plan endorsed, Ward reappointed deputy mayor Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie council news: Tourism plan endorsed, Ward reappointed deputy mayor,” Simcoe.com, November 23, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10273812-barrie-council-news-tourism-plan-endorsed-ward-reappointed-deputy-mayor/.
November 16, 2020 Barrie council news: Ward staying on as deputy mayor, two houses added to heritage register Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie council news: Ward staying on as deputy mayor, two houses added to heritage register,” Simcoe.com, November 16, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/10268248-barrie-council-news-ward-staying-on-as-deputy-mayor-two-houses-added-to-heritage-register.
May 12, 2020 ‘On figurative fire’: With downtown Barrie businesses reeling, BIA must mend its rift, interim chair says Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘On figurative fire’: With downtown Barrie businesses reeling, BIA must mend its rift, interim chair says,” Simcoe.com, May 12, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9986227--on-figurative-fire-with-downtown-barrie-businesses-reeling-bia-must-mend-its-rift-interim-chair-says/.
March 2, 2020 ANALYSIS: Does Ann-Marie Kungl’s victory signal a tone, directional shift for Barrie council? Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “ANALYSIS: Does Ann-Marie Kungl’s victory signal a tone, directional shift for Barrie council?,” Simcoe.com, March 2, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/analysis-does-ann-marie-kungl-s-victory-signal-a-tone-directional-shift-for-barrie-council/article_ed878b88-52fe-5a58-9b04-632c7279f87d.html.
February 24, 2020 'Humbled and happy': Ann-Marie Kungl wins Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “'Humbled and happy': Ann-Marie Kungl wins Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection,” Simcoe.com, February 24, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/humbled-and-happy-ann-marie-kungl-wins-barrie-s-ward-3-byelection/article_4544614d-aa16-5746-9004-60d9cb556fe9.html.
February 11, 2020 ‘There’s no issue. We’re just reviewing it’: Council doesn't ratify Downtown Barrie BIA byelection results Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘There’s no issue. We’re just reviewing it’: Council doesn't ratify Downtown Barrie BIA byelection results,” Simcoe.com, February 11, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9849962--there-s-no-issue-we-re-just-reviewing-it-council-doesn-t-ratify-downtown-barrie-bia-byelection-results/.
February 10, 2020 Preparing for the polls: Your guide to Barrie's Ward 3 byelection Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Preparing for the polls: Your guide to Barrie's Ward 3 byelection,” Simcoe.com, February 10, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/preparing-for-the-polls-your-guide-to-barries-ward-3-byelection/article_c874c07c-715f-5b89-b2e6-f38e0c615f69.html.
February 6, 2020 Want to hear what Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection candidates have to say? Attend this meeting Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Want to hear what Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection candidates have to say? Attend this meeting,” Simcoe.com, February 6, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/want-to-hear-what-barrie-s-ward-3-byelection-candidates-have-to-say-attend-this/article_2f818fe8-9f3e-5a5c-a657-26305de0999b.html.
January 28, 2020 ‘I’ve acted responsibly and ethically’: Barrie Coun. Keenan Aylwin cleared in latest integrity complaint Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘I’ve acted responsibly and ethically’: Barrie Coun. Keenan Aylwin cleared in latest integrity complaint,” Simcoe.com, January 28, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9833599--i-ve-acted-responsibly-and-ethically-barrie-coun-keenan-aylwin-cleared-in-latest-integrity-complaint/.
January 10, 2020 The nomination period for Barrie's Ward 3 byelection is closed now. Here's a brief look at each candidate Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “The nomination period for Barrie's Ward 3 byelection is closed now. Here's a brief look at each candidate,” Simcoe.com, January 10, 2020, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/the-nomination-period-for-barries-ward-3-byelection-is-closed-now-heres-a-brief-look/article_98ba7e64-b326-5d86-ab4a-4221f8e8a268.html.

2019

November 27, 2019 Candidates wanted: Nomination period opens for Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Candidates wanted: Nomination period opens for Barrie’s Ward 3 byelection,” Simcoe.com, November 27, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/candidates-wanted-nomination-period-opens-for-barrie-s-ward-3-byelection/article_8319c6f8-c4d4-5bcb-874a-22618ee3a57e.html.
November 14, 2019 Barrie likely headed toward Ward 3 byelection in late February Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie likely headed toward Ward 3 byelection in late February,” Simcoe.com, November 14, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-likely-headed-toward-ward-3-byelection-in-late-february/article_dc62ecc7-04c3-5282-837e-32fd90b48992.html.
October 29, 2019 Social media posts lead to suspension for chair of two Barrie subcommittees Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Social media posts lead to suspension for chair of two Barrie subcommittees,” Simcoe.com, October 29, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9667430-social-media-posts-lead-to-suspension-for-chair-of-two-barrie-subcommittees/.
October 29, 2019 ‘Disheartening, disrespectful and demotivating’: Ex-Downtown Barrie BIA chair speaks on 'reports of toxicity’ at board Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Disheartening, disrespectful and demotivating’: Ex-Downtown Barrie BIA chair speaks on 'reports of toxicity’ at board,” Simcoe.com, October 29, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9666275--disheartening-disrespectful-and-demotivating-ex-downtown-barrie-bia-chair-speaks-on-reports-of-toxicity-at-board/.
October 17, 2019 ‘We don’t see a constructive path forward’: Four more Downtown Barrie BIA board directors resign Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘We don’t see a constructive path forward’: Four more Downtown Barrie BIA board directors resign,” Simcoe.com, October 17, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9649176--we-don-t-see-a-constructive-path-forward-four-more-downtown-barrie-bia-board-directors-resign/.
October 16, 2019 Downtown Barrie BIA going through ‘season of chaos’: Coun. Mike McCann Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Downtown Barrie BIA going through ‘season of chaos’: Coun. Mike McCann,” Simcoe.com, October 16, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/9645023-downtown-barrie-bia-going-through-season-of-chaos-coun-mike-mccann/.
October 9, 2019 Three key topics discussed at last night’s Barrie-Innisfil federal election debate Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Three key topics discussed at last night’s Barrie-Innisfil federal election debate,” Simcoe.com, October 9, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/politics/federal-elections/three-key-topics-discussed-at-last-night-s-barrie-innisfil-federal-election-debate/article_3d6b230a-04ce-5985-81c3-695f65a2d08a.html.
October 5, 2019 Barrie-area Conservatives pledge to restore Lake Simcoe Clean-Up Fund Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie-area Conservatives pledge to restore Lake Simcoe Clean-Up Fund,” Simcoe.com, October 5, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/politics/federal-elections/barrie-area-conservatives-pledge-to-restore-lake-simcoe-clean-up-fund/article_908331bf-e81a-5c4e-9ccf-f1a101a91d2c.html.
September 20, 2019 ‘Blackface is just never acceptable’: Ontario Green leader talks Trudeau in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Blackface is just never acceptable’: Ontario Green leader talks Trudeau in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, September 20, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/politics/federal-elections/blackface-is-just-never-acceptable-ontario-green-leader-talks-trudeau-in-barrie/article_a335b995-b456-58aa-ac9a-97ba3c74184c.html.
September 17, 2019 Federal NDP, Ontario Green leaders in Barrie this week Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Federal NDP, Ontario Green leaders in Barrie this week,” Simcoe.com, September 17, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/politics/federal-elections/federal-ndp-ontario-green-leaders-in-barrie-this-week/article_3d33d661-150a-5bf9-a812-b2c5f020a089.html.
May 10, 2019 Barrie-Innisfil Greens turn to Bonnie North for federal election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie-Innisfil Greens turn to Bonnie North for federal election,” Simcoe.com, May 10, 2019, https://www.simcoe.com/politics/federal-elections/barrie-innisfil-greens-turn-to-bonnie-north-for-federal-election/article_e8ac9957-20f0-58a2-bd28-03fd53ad52fa.html.

2018

December 27, 2018 Newsmaker: Two elections bring several new faces to power in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Newsmaker: Two elections bring several new faces to power in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, December 27, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/newsmaker-two-elections-bring-several-new-faces-to-power-in-barrie/article_1a39ed01-377b-51e1-8f1c-63185f74e7ad.html.
December 10, 2018 Ward, Shipley likely filling deputy mayor's seat during Barrie council's 2018-2022 term Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Ward, Shipley likely filling deputy mayor's seat during Barrie council's 2018-2022 term,” Simcoe.com, December 10, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/ward-shipley-likely-filling-deputy-mayors-seat-during-barrie-councils-2018-2022-term/article_e209a407-5188-5898-b175-1d79fa038cf4.html.
December 4, 2018 ‘Let’s do this’: Barrie mayor, councillors sworn in during inaugural meeting Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘Let’s do this’: Barrie mayor, councillors sworn in during inaugural meeting,” Simcoe.com, December 4, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/let-s-do-this-barrie-mayor-councillors-sworn-in-during-inaugural-meeting/article_05b5713a-3425-56de-b82b-b198f8220a4b.html.
November 1, 2018 Where'd the electorate go? Simcoe County falls below Ontario-wide voter turnout numbers Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Where'd the electorate go? Simcoe County falls below Ontario-wide voter turnout numbers,” Simcoe.com, November 1, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/whered-the-electorate-go-simcoe-county-falls-below-ontario-wide-voter-turnout-numbers/article_c9dcc2c2-c71d-59c1-a7f5-192338078ef4.html.
October 26, 2018 ‘It’s disgusting’: Prince accuses Harvey of stigmatizing mental illness in Barrie's Ward 7 race Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “‘It’s disgusting’: Prince accuses Harvey of stigmatizing mental illness in Barrie's Ward 7 race,” Simcoe.com, October 26, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/it-s-disgusting-prince-accuses-harvey-of-stigmatizing-mental-illness-in-barries-ward-7-race/article_3756648f-8757-5129-a77e-097cdc71a025.html.
October 24, 2018 Barrie councillors-to-be, mayoral candidates react to election results Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie councillors-to-be, mayoral candidates react to election results,” Simcoe.com, October 24, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-councillors-to-be-mayoral-candidates-react-to-election-results/article_adb279b7-f2b8-52bf-b94a-02f7e81a5f14.html.
October 22, 2018 Barrie Votes: Mayor Jeff Lehman wins re-election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie Votes: Mayor Jeff Lehman wins re-election,” Simcoe.com, October 22, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-votes-mayor-jeff-lehman-wins-re-election/article_48eff4a6-0bdd-56be-ba3a-e303ef8322da.html.
October 20, 2018 Looking for an Election Day polling station in Barrie? We've got a full list here Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Looking for an Election Day polling station in Barrie? We've got a full list here,” Simcoe.com, October 20, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/looking-for-an-election-day-polling-station-in-barrie-weve-got-a-full-list-here/article_57a63696-c876-59b2-98e9-1e216743c9a1.html.
October 16, 2018 Barrie mayoral candidates weigh in on marijuana shops, climate change during debate Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie mayoral candidates weigh in on marijuana shops, climate change during debate,” Simcoe.com, October 16, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-mayoral-candidates-weigh-in-on-marijuana-shops-climate-change-during-debate/article_32fc3e5c-1115-5752-b868-af286f528f92.html.
October 12, 2018 Barrie's new Voting Bus takes the municipal election 'to the people' Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie's new Voting Bus takes the municipal election 'to the people',” Simcoe.com, October 12, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barries-new-voting-bus-takes-the-municipal-election-to-the-people/article_8030569e-4272-5c5d-b4f5-1b921bcb6e8a.html.
October 11, 2018 MP asks Barrie voters to support municipal candidates who oppose overdose prevention sites Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “MP asks Barrie voters to support municipal candidates who oppose overdose prevention sites,” Simcoe.com, October 11, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/mp-asks-barrie-voters-to-support-municipal-candidates-who-oppose-overdose-prevention-sites/article_b95f0795-4e73-5931-abde-11f2ca23e3ec.html.
October 11, 2018 Survey says: These are the top six priorities you want Barrie council candidates to tackle Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Survey says: These are the top six priorities you want Barrie council candidates to tackle,” Simcoe.com, October 11, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/survey-says-these-are-the-top-six-priorities-you-want-barrie-council-candidates-to-tackle/article_85328a35-ab2b-59e2-8d5e-619a6d87e858.html.
October 10, 2018 Barrie Chamber of Commerce hosting debate, meet-the-candidates night Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie Chamber of Commerce hosting debate, meet-the-candidates night,” Simcoe.com, October 10, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-chamber-of-commerce-hosting-debate-meet-the-candidates-night/article_f7344ae2-c61c-5d73-9ca2-e7b47cb029e2.html.
October 10, 2018 Barrie election candidate Harry Ahmed responds to extortion allegation, denies wrongdoing Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie election candidate Harry Ahmed responds to extortion allegation, denies wrongdoing,” Simcoe.com, October 10, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-election-candidate-harry-ahmed-responds-to-extortion-allegation-denies-wrongdoing/article_a1f5a56c-61ca-5cdf-9e68-b27c4681bbc3.html.
October 9, 2018 Barrie councillor calls for Harry Ahmed to withdraw from election over extortion charge Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie councillor calls for Harry Ahmed to withdraw from election over extortion charge,” Simcoe.com, October 9, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-councillor-calls-for-harry-ahmed-to-withdraw-from-election-over-extortion-charge/article_797c34d7-4c46-5397-819f-1721fcbeebbc.html.
October 8, 2018 How Barrie’s election candidates responded when questioned about Lake Simcoe Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “How Barrie’s election candidates responded when questioned about Lake Simcoe,” Simcoe.com, October 8, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/how-barrie-s-election-candidates-responded-when-questioned-about-lake-simcoe/article_a17b7f51-de7c-54c2-b7a5-9783fc5d9485.html.
October 5, 2018 Barrie taxpayers group names top priorities for city ahead of municipal election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie taxpayers group names top priorities for city ahead of municipal election,” Simcoe.com, October 5, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-taxpayers-group-names-top-priorities-for-city-ahead-of-municipal-election/article_5311836b-e5e9-56db-a04f-a8810b26e9e1.html.
October 5, 2018 There’s an opportunity to cast a ballot in Barrie’s municipal election this weekend Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “There’s an opportunity to cast a ballot in Barrie’s municipal election this weekend,” Simcoe.com, October 5, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/there-s-an-opportunity-to-cast-a-ballot-in-barrie-s-municipal-election-this-weekend/article_ce8c8804-584f-5580-9b93-9c6407b50786.html.
October 1, 2018 Barrie's incumbent mayor hoping for slam-dunk victory in municipal election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie's incumbent mayor hoping for slam-dunk victory in municipal election,” Simcoe.com, October 1, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barries-incumbent-mayor-hoping-for-slam-dunk-victory-in-municipal-election/article_8e853e13-755c-5f91-ba2e-ac76d0f71171.html.
October 1, 2018 Ram Faerber ready to roll up his sleeves as Barrie's mayor Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Ram Faerber ready to roll up his sleeves as Barrie's mayor,” Simcoe.com, October 1, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/ram-faerber-ready-to-roll-up-his-sleeves-as-barries-mayor/article_18b14d1b-8de7-5280-8e67-e066e553e978.html.
September 24, 2018 Some Barrie municipal candidates say less is more with social media Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Some Barrie municipal candidates say less is more with social media,” Simcoe.com, September 24, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/some-barrie-municipal-candidates-say-less-is-more-with-social-media/article_04a09de6-70fe-552e-b73f-d719b4f396b0.html.
September 20, 2018 Barrie mayor talks economy, waterfront, affordable housing at campaign launch Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie mayor talks economy, waterfront, affordable housing at campaign launch,” Simcoe.com, September 20, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/barrie-mayor-talks-economy-waterfront-affordable-housing-at-campaign-launch/article_38aca095-522f-5912-b326-23882efa3081.html.
September 19, 2018 Top Barrie council issues of 2014-18 term included Harvie crossing, taxes, affordable housing Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Top Barrie council issues of 2014-18 term included Harvie crossing, taxes, affordable housing,” Simcoe.com, September 19, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/top-barrie-council-issues-of-2014-18-term-included-harvie-crossing-taxes-affordable-housing/article_2a701a88-76e7-57b9-a8b8-a80a74d7f8dc.html.
September 18, 2018 How to get on the voters list in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “How to get on the voters list in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, September 18, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/how-to-get-on-the-voters-list-in-barrie/article_132d9075-5b88-530f-9109-dbb1681a3cef.html.
July 27, 2018 Municipal election nominations close in Barrie, Ward 9 Coun. Sergio Morales acclaimed Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Municipal election nominations close in Barrie, Ward 9 Coun. Sergio Morales acclaimed,” Simcoe.com, July 27, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/municipal-election-nominations-close-in-barrie-ward-9-coun-sergio-morales-acclaimed/article_4601d340-8c79-5699-9e92-10a02ca90096.html.
July 23, 2018 Election or acclamation? Three of 11 council seats uncontested in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Election or acclamation? Three of 11 council seats uncontested in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, July 23, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/municipal-elections/election-or-acclamation-three-of-11-council-seats-uncontested-in-barrie/article_9bbf4b3e-bb81-57a6-9215-8ff2799b5651.html.
May 29, 2018 Barrie-area Ontario election candidates grilled about Lake Simcoe, environment Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie-area Ontario election candidates grilled about Lake Simcoe, environment,” Simcoe.com, May 29, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/politics/provincial-elections/barrie-area-ontario-election-candidates-grilled-about-lake-simcoe-environment/article_e9a3e84f-e76d-54f6-8ce5-ac8e9851042a.html.
May 7, 2018 A deputy mayor for Barrie? It could happen in the next council term Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “A deputy mayor for Barrie? It could happen in the next council term,” Simcoe.com, May 7, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/a-deputy-mayor-for-barrie-it-could-happen-in-the-next-council-term/article_19382e13-ee62-5f9a-8231-ea02a1b619d8.html.
May 1, 2018 Municipal election nomination period opens across Barrie, Orillia and Simcoe County Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Municipal election nomination period opens across Barrie, Orillia and Simcoe County,” Simcoe.com, May 1, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/municipal-election-nomination-period-opens-across-barrie-orillia-and-simcoe-county/article_789fc63d-7b71-5fe7-9465-787eecd81914.html.
March 21, 2018 Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman announces re-election bid Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman announces re-election bid,” Simcoe.com, March 21, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-mayor-jeff-lehman-announces-re-election-bid/article_0b3d889c-aab4-5477-9e15-38d3a7ddd362.html.
March 16, 2018 Barrie Mayor Lehman would win election against Brown or Nuttall: Pollster Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie Mayor Lehman would win election against Brown or Nuttall: Pollster,” Simcoe.com, March 16, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-mayor-lehman-would-win-election-against-brown-or-nuttall-pollster/article_f7834a83-5c8a-517c-a937-a0e5206b1c14.html.
February 26, 2018 Barrie likely creating sports facility advisory committee next week Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie likely creating sports facility advisory committee next week,” Simcoe.com, February 26, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news-story/8155956-barrie-likely-creating-sports-facility-advisory-committee-next-week/.
January 9, 2018 Election signs and industrial land sales: Barrie council news bites from Jan. 8 Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Election signs and industrial land sales: Barrie council news bites from Jan. 8,” Simcoe.com, January 9, 2018, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/election-signs-and-industrial-land-sales-barrie-council-news-bites-from-jan-8/article_bbc19b5f-d2c3-54c8-a5bb-e09b5f7ce27e.html.

2017

August 4, 2017 Barrie-area Greens select candidates for 2018 Ontario election Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie-area Greens select candidates for 2018 Ontario election,” Simcoe.com, August 4, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/barrie-area-greens-select-candidates-for-2018-ontario-election/article_ade9211f-3b49-55ad-b8e3-af4ad7abcab6.html.
July 13, 2017 Here's what some of the candidates said during Ward 6 appointment meeting in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Here's what some of the candidates said during Ward 6 appointment meeting in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, July 13, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/heres-what-some-of-the-candidates-said-during-ward-6-appointment-meeting-in-barrie/article_78de1651-c1d0-585c-8008-7129c3fc81c3.html.
July 11, 2017 Steve Trotter takes over as new Ward 6 councillor in Barrie Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Steve Trotter takes over as new Ward 6 councillor in Barrie,” Simcoe.com, July 11, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/steve-trotter-takes-over-as-new-ward-6-councillor-in-barrie/article_9ca6e01d-48ed-5d90-ae86-94f7a4b32f83.html.
July 10, 2017 Steve Trotter appointed as Barrie's new Ward 6 councillor Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Steve Trotter appointed as Barrie's new Ward 6 councillor,” Simcoe.com, July 10, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/steve-trotter-appointed-as-barries-new-ward-6-councillor/article_f84786a9-c9b9-542b-9a94-6c21ffe1f046.html.
July 5, 2017 Barrie's Ward 6 candidate list set at 32 Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie's Ward 6 candidate list set at 32,” Simcoe.com, July 5, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barries-ward-6-candidate-list-set-at-32/article_04ba866a-4d52-5755-bf2f-876ac3843dc0.html.
June 27, 2017 Barrie CAO set to retire, date set for Ward 6 appointment meeting Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie CAO set to retire, date set for Ward 6 appointment meeting,” Simcoe.com, June 27, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-cao-set-to-retire-date-set-for-ward-6-appointment-meeting/article_dc740ae6-b53c-5d35-b458-41097bce00fc.html.
June 20, 2017 Barrie council votes to appoint next Ward 6 councillor Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie council votes to appoint next Ward 6 councillor,” Simcoe.com, June 20, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-council-votes-to-appoint-next-ward-6-councillor/article_9fe466f0-0781-5e53-8270-793420850990.html.
June 14, 2017 Barrie may be headed toward Ward 6 byelection Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie may be headed toward Ward 6 byelection,” Simcoe.com, June 14, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-may-be-headed-toward-ward-6-byelection/article_4d0b997d-2726-5814-aa08-75e90e423b83.html.
June 13, 2017 Barrie council's move to hire Prowse 'not common,' mayor acknowledges Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie council's move to hire Prowse 'not common,' mayor acknowledges,” Simcoe.com, June 13, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-councils-move-to-hire-prowse-not-common-mayor-acknowledges/article_aaad844b-ab34-532b-9075-1739ad36dd37.html.
March 30, 2017 Barrie councillor Michael Prowse takes leave for 'professional development' Simcoe.com Chris Simon, “Barrie councillor Michael Prowse takes leave for 'professional development',” Simcoe.com, March 30, 2017, https://www.simcoe.com/news/council/barrie-councillor-michael-prowse-takes-leave-for-professional-development/article_85c0b983-646a-5a60-a79c-5afee55b5e4b.html.