Deepak Bidwai

Deepak Bidwai has a byline on 115 stories in this site's index of Barrie election and civic reporting, 2021 to 2023, for Barrie Community Media.

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Every story in this site's media index with Deepak Bidwai in the byline, newest first: 115 pieces. Each has a citation to copy; the link goes to the outlet's page.

2023

December 21, 2023 Councillors ignored me, says Barrie resident on raising issue of unsafe hostile architecture Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Councillors ignored me, says Barrie resident on raising issue of unsafe hostile architecture,” Barrie Community Media, December 21, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/12/21/councillors-ignored-me-says-barrie-resident-on-raising-issue-of-unsafe-hostile-architecture/.
December 13, 2023 Conflicting Visions for Barrie’s Future: Intense Debate Over Essa Road Development Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Conflicting Visions for Barrie’s Future: Intense Debate Over Essa Road Development,” Barrie Community Media, December 13, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/12/13/conflicting-visions-for-barries-future-intense-debate-over-essa-road-development/.
December 6, 2023 Clr. Kungl successfully debates against solar panel budget cuts at Barrie City Council’s budget meeting Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr. Kungl successfully debates against solar panel budget cuts at Barrie City Council’s budget meeting,” Barrie Community Media, December 6, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/12/06/clr-kungl-successfully-debates-against-solar-panel-budget-cuts-at-barrie-city-councils-budget-meeting/.
December 3, 2023 Survey Advocating Increased Police Budget Challenged Over Transparency, Error Issue Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Survey Advocating Increased Police Budget Challenged Over Transparency, Error Issue,” Barrie Community Media, December 3, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/12/03/survey-advocating-increased-police-budget-challenged-over-transparency-error-issues/.
December 1, 2023 Barrie Council deliberates $691 million capital plan, amidst fiscal challenges and slowing economy Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie Council deliberates $691 million capital plan, amidst fiscal challenges and slowing economy,” Barrie Community Media, December 1, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/12/01/barrie-council-deliberates-691-million-capital-plan-amidst-fiscal-challenges-and-slowing-economy/.
November 24, 2023 Barrie City Council Approves Strategic Sale of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Shares with First Right of Refusal Clause Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie City Council Approves Strategic Sale of Lake Simcoe Regional Airport Shares with First Right of Refusal Clause,” Barrie Community Media, November 24, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/11/24/barrie-city-council-approves-strategic-sale-of-lake-simcoe-regional-airport-shares-with-first-right-of-refusal-clause/.
November 9, 2023 Barrie City Hall Tackles School Drop-off Zones and Lobbyist Registry By-law Amendments Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie City Hall Tackles School Drop-off Zones and Lobbyist Registry By-law Amendments,” Barrie Community Media, November 9, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/11/09/barrie-city-hall-tackles-school-drop-off-zones-and-lobbyist-registry-by-law-amendments/.
November 3, 2023 Barrie City Council Determined to Secure Federal Funding Amidst Nymbism and Government Uncertainty Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie City Council Determined to Secure Federal Funding Amidst Nymbism and Government Uncertainty,” Barrie Community Media, November 3, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/11/03/barrie-city-council-determined-to-secure-federal-funding-amidst-nymbism-and-government-uncertainty/.
October 27, 2023 Scrutiny of Barrie Councillors: Business Interests and Addressing Disrespect to Front-Line Entities Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Scrutiny of Barrie Councillors: Business Interests and Addressing Disrespect to Front-Line Entities,” Barrie Community Media, October 27, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/10/27/scrutiny-of-barrie-councillors-business-interests-and-addressing-disrespect-to-front-line-entities/.
October 18, 2023 Barrie’s Homeless Policy Ignites Global Outrage: The UN Takes Notice, and an Expert Panel Weighs In Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s Homeless Policy Ignites Global Outrage: The UN Takes Notice, and an Expert Panel Weighs In,” Barrie Community Media, October 18, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/10/18/barries-homeless-policy-ignites-global-outrage-the-un-takes-notice-and-an-expert-panel-weighs-in/.
October 10, 2023 Misplaced priorities: City Council Prioritizes Street Naming over Warming Centers and Housing Issues Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Misplaced priorities: City Council Prioritizes Street Naming over Warming Centers and Housing Issues,” Barrie Community Media, October 10, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/10/10/misplaced-priorities-city-council-prioritizes-street-naming-over-warming-centers-and-housing-issues/.
October 8, 2023 Barrie Acts for Future: Breaking Intergenerational Chains on Truth and Reconciliation Day Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie Acts for Future: Breaking Intergenerational Chains on Truth and Reconciliation Day,” Barrie Community Media, October 8, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/10/08/barrie-acts-for-future-breaking-intergenerational-chains-on-truth-and-reconciliation-day/.
September 28, 2023 Vilification and Voices: Barrie Council Faces Public Outcry over Policies Deemed ‘War on Homeless’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Vilification and Voices: Barrie Council Faces Public Outcry over Policies Deemed ‘War on Homeless’,” Barrie Community Media, September 28, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/09/28/vilification-and-voices-barrie-council-faces-public-outcry-over-policies-deemed-war-on-homeless/.
September 14, 2023 Minister Ya’ara Saks Urges Barrie Council to Act on Opioid Crisis: This is About People, Not Politics Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Minister Ya’ara Saks Urges Barrie Council to Act on Opioid Crisis: This is About People, Not Politics,” Barrie Community Media, September 14, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/09/14/minister-yaara-saks-urges-barrie-council-to-act-on-opioid-crisis-this-is-about-people-not-politics/.
September 1, 2023 City Hall Update: Fiber Optic Installation Restoration, School Zone Safety and Senior Housing Needs Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Update: Fiber Optic Installation Restoration, School Zone Safety and Senior Housing Needs,” Barrie Community Media, September 1, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/09/01/city-hall-update-fiber-optic-installation-restoration-school-zone-safety-and-senior-housing-needs/.
August 25, 2023 City Hall Update: Wetland Encroachments to Cost Millions and Barrie Eyes Federal Funding Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Update: Wetland Encroachments to Cost Millions and Barrie Eyes Federal Funding,” Barrie Community Media, August 25, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/08/25/city-hall-update-wetland-encroachments-to-cost-millions-and-barrie-eyes-federal-funding/.
July 25, 2023 In Their Shoes: A Day with Barrie’s Ryan’s Hope bringing food, aid, and hope to those who need it most Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “In Their Shoes: A Day with Barrie’s Ryan’s Hope bringing food, aid, and hope to those who need it most,” Barrie Community Media, July 25, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/07/25/in-their-shoes-a-day-with-barries-ryans-hope-bringing-food-aid-and-hope-to-those-who-need-it-most/.
June 9, 2023 Barrie Waterfront Strategic Plan will invest $75M+ in phased developments from 2024, focusing on enhanced park access, traffic management, and environmental resilience Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie Waterfront Strategic Plan will invest $75M+ in phased developments from 2024, focusing on enhanced park access, traffic management, and environmental resilience,” Barrie Community Media, June 9, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/06/09/barrie-waterfront-strategic-plan-will-invest-75m-in-phased-developments-from-2024-focusing-on-enhanced-park-access-traffic-management-and-environmental-resilience/.
June 1, 2023 Council Passes Unexpected Motion with Possible Adverse Implications for Homeless and Supporters Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council Passes Unexpected Motion with Possible Adverse Implications for Homeless and Supporters,” Barrie Community Media, June 1, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/06/01/council-passes-unexpected-motion-with-possible-adverse-implications-for-homeless-and-supporters/.
May 10, 2023 Barrie City Council Meeting Sparks Resident Outrage over Proposed 405 Essa Road Development Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie City Council Meeting Sparks Resident Outrage over Proposed 405 Essa Road Development,” Barrie Community Media, May 10, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/05/10/barrie-city-council-meeting-sparks-resident-outrage-over-proposed-405-essa-road-development/.
May 5, 2023 Barrie City Council and Staff Discuss Enhancing Bike Lane Safety and Implementation Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie City Council and Staff Discuss Enhancing Bike Lane Safety and Implementation,” Barrie Community Media, May 5, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/05/05/barrie-city-council-and-staff-discuss-enhancing-bike-lane-safety-and-implementation/.
April 26, 2023 City Council unanimously approved $1.5M exemption for Pratt Homes, while adding tree removal burdens & costs for residents Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Council unanimously approved $1.5M exemption for Pratt Homes, while adding tree removal burdens & costs for residents,” Barrie Community Media, April 26, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/04/26/city-council-unanimously-approved-1-5m-exemption-for-pratt-homes-while-adding-tree-removal-burdens-costs-for-residents/.
April 19, 2023 Barrie’s Changing Landscape: Pearl Builders Revise Essa and Mapleview Project and Mixed-Use Developments at Essa and Wood Streets Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s Changing Landscape: Pearl Builders Revise Essa and Mapleview Project and Mixed-Use Developments at Essa and Wood Streets,” Barrie Community Media, April 19, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/04/19/barries-changing-landscape-pearl-builders-revise-essa-and-mapleview-project-and-mixed-use-developments-at-essa-and-wood-streets/.
April 13, 2023 City Hall Update: City Council updates private tree bylaw to protect urban forest and fish habitats Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Update: City Council updates private tree bylaw to protect urban forest and fish habitats,” Barrie Community Media, April 13, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/04/13/city-hall-update-city-council-updates-private-tree-bylaw-to-protect-urban-forest-and-fish-habitats/.
March 30, 2023 Concerns Mount Over Proposed 350+ Unit Housing Project, Including Gentrification and NIMBYism Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Concerns Mount Over Proposed 350+ Unit Housing Project, Including Gentrification and NIMBYism,” Barrie Community Media, March 30, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/03/30/concerns-mount-over-proposed-350-unit-housing-project-including-gentrification-and-nimbyism/.
March 27, 2023 Council Approves $30K for Open-Air Dunlop Program and Fines up to $1,000 for Yard Maintenance Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council Approves $30K for Open-Air Dunlop Program and Fines up to $1,000 for Yard Maintenance,” Barrie Community Media, March 27, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/03/27/council-approves-30k-for-open-air-dunlop-program-and-fines-up-to-1000-for-yard-maintenance/.
March 7, 2023 City of Barrie Hires Consultant To Explore Ways to Generate Revenue in Light of Bill 23 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City of Barrie Hires Consultant To Explore Ways to Generate Revenue in Light of Bill 23,” Barrie Community Media, March 7, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/03/07/city-of-barrie-hires-consultant-to-explore-ways-to-generate-revenue-in-light-of-bill-23/.
March 4, 2023 City Hall Update: Revenue from School Facilities, Second Grocery Store, Garbage Pickup Catching Up Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Update: Revenue from School Facilities, Second Grocery Store, Garbage Pickup Catching Up,” Barrie Community Media, March 4, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/03/04/city-hall-update-revenue-from-school-facilities-second-grocery-store-garbage-pickup-catching-up/.
February 15, 2023 City Council Deliberates for Over Three Hours: At least 3.07% Tax Increase and Higher Fees Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Council Deliberates for Over Three Hours: At least 3.07% Tax Increase and Higher Fees,” Barrie Community Media, February 15, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/02/15/city-council-deliberates-for-over-three-hours-at-least-3-07-tax-increase-and-higher-fees/.
February 8, 2023 How Barrie City Council’s Majority Unable to Ask Meaningful Questions, and the Police Failed to Answer Important Queries? Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “How Barrie City Council’s Majority Unable to Ask Meaningful Questions, and the Police Failed to Answer Important Queries?,” Barrie Community Media, February 8, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/02/08/how-barrie-city-councils-majority-unable-to-ask-meaningful-questions-and-the-police-failed-to-answer-important-queries/.
February 3, 2023 Barrie unveils capital plan with $2.3 billion worth of projects, as regulatory and inflationary challenges mount Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie unveils capital plan with $2.3 billion worth of projects, as regulatory and inflationary challenges mount,” Barrie Community Media, February 3, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/02/03/barrie-unveils-capital-plan-with-2-3-billion-worth-of-projects-as-regulatory-and-inflationary-challenges-mount/.
January 30, 2023 Barrie Anti Racism Task Force Co-Chair: Community Inclusion Requires Welcoming Environment for All Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie Anti Racism Task Force Co-Chair: Community Inclusion Requires Welcoming Environment for All,” Barrie Community Media, January 30, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/01/30/barrie-anti-racism-task-force-co-chair-community-inclusion-requires-welcoming-environment-for-all/.
January 21, 2023 Barrie Residents Face 3.95% Property Tax Increase in 2023 Budget Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie Residents Face 3.95% Property Tax Increase in 2023 Budget,” Barrie Community Media, January 21, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/01/21/barrie-residents-face-3-95-property-tax-increase-in-2023-budget/.
January 14, 2023 Town Hall Update: Barrie Resident Expresses Displeasure at Construction Noise at 37 Johnson street Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Town Hall Update: Barrie Resident Expresses Displeasure at Construction Noise at 37 Johnson street,” Barrie Community Media, January 14, 2023, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2023/01/14/town-hall-update-barrie-resident-expresses-displeasure-at-construction-noise-at-37-johnson-street/.

2022

December 30, 2022 Interviews with Barrie Councillors Clare Riepma of Ward 1 and Craig Nixon of Ward 2 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Interviews with Barrie Councillors Clare Riepma of Ward 1 and Craig Nixon of Ward 2,” Barrie Community Media, December 30, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/12/30/interviews-with-barrie-councillors-clare-riepma-of-ward-1-and-craig-nixon-of-ward-2/.
December 23, 2022 Barrie must find a way to balance the needs of downtown parking, creating affordable housing, and promoting active transportation Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie must find a way to balance the needs of downtown parking, creating affordable housing, and promoting active transportation,” Barrie Community Media, December 23, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/12/23/barrie-must-find-a-way-to-balance-the-needs-of-downtown-parking-creating-affordable-housing-and-promoting-active-transportation/.
December 22, 2022 Barrie police to partner with community organizations to set up physical community services hub to provide help and address low level crimes Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie police to partner with community organizations to set up physical community services hub to provide help and address low level crimes,” Barrie Community Media, December 22, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/12/22/barrie-police-to-partner-with-community-organizations-to-set-up-physical-community-services-hub-to-provide-help-and-address-low-level-crimes/.
December 19, 2022 Jan 6 is the deadline for Barrie residents to provide feedback on new Bradford Street multi-modal corridor Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Jan 6 is the deadline for Barrie residents to provide feedback on new Bradford Street multi-modal corridor,” Barrie Community Media, December 19, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/12/19/jan-6-is-the-deadline-for-barrie-residents-to-provide-feedback-on-new-bradford-street-multi-modal-corridor/.
December 9, 2022 A team of 17 monitors Barrie’s $4 billion infrastructure to ensure the demands of the growing city are met Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “A team of 17 monitors Barrie’s $4 billion infrastructure to ensure the demands of the growing city are met,” Barrie Community Media, December 9, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/12/09/a-team-of-17-monitors-barries-4-billion-infrastructure-to-ensure-the-demands-of-the-growing-city-are-met/.
December 7, 2022 City Hall Update – Salvation Army, Gun Range, Street Names Change and Bill 23 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Update – Salvation Army, Gun Range, Street Names Change and Bill 23,” Barrie Community Media, December 7, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/12/07/city-hall-update-salvation-army-gun-range-street-names-change-and-bill-23/.
November 21, 2022 Lower Participation in Municipal Elections: Reasons and Remedies Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Lower Participation in Municipal Elections: Reasons and Remedies,” Barrie Community Media, November 21, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/11/21/lower-participation-in-municipal-elections-reasons-and-remedies/.
November 11, 2022 Teary eyed Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman signs off with a warning against extremism and appeal to work together Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Teary eyed Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman signs off with a warning against extremism and appeal to work together,” Barrie Community Media, November 11, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/11/11/teary-eyed-barrie-mayor-jeff-lehman-signs-off-with-a-warning-against-extremism-and-appeal-to-work-together/.
October 20, 2022 Ward 6 council candidates pitch for walkable and affordable city Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Ward 6 council candidates pitch for walkable and affordable city,” Barrie Community Media, October 20, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/10/20/ward-6-council-candidates-pitch-for-walkable-and-affordable-city/.
October 17, 2022 Mayoral Candidate Barry Ward says he “can provide the kind of leadership that will unite Council.” Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Mayoral Candidate Barry Ward says he “can provide the kind of leadership that will unite Council.”,” Barrie Community Media, October 17, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/10/17/mayoral-candidate-barry-ward-says-he-can-provide-the-kind-of-leadership-that-will-unite-council/.
October 14, 2022 Ward 4 candidates present their vision for the ward and city Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Ward 4 candidates present their vision for the ward and city,” Barrie Community Media, October 14, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/10/14/ward-4-candidates-present-their-vision-for-the-ward-and-city/.
October 12, 2022 As winter nears, the city of Barrie has intensified its campaign against the homeless Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “As winter nears, the city of Barrie has intensified its campaign against the homeless,” Barrie Community Media, October 12, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/10/12/as-the-winter-is-approaching-the-city-of-barrie-has-intensified-its-campaign-against-the-homeless/.
October 7, 2022 Barrie mayoral candidates face each other for the first time in a debate on issues ranging from housing to drug crisis Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie mayoral candidates face each other for the first time in a debate on issues ranging from housing to drug crisis,” Barrie Community Media, October 7, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/10/07/barrie-mayoral-candidates-face-each-other-for-the-first-time-in-a-debate-on-issues-ranging-from-housing-to-drug-crisis/.
October 5, 2022 The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was observed with flag raising, Every Child Matters walk and stories of suffering, survival and grit Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was observed with flag raising, Every Child Matters walk and stories of suffering, survival and grit,” Barrie Community Media, October 5, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/10/05/the-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-was-observed-with-flag-raising-every-child-matters-walk-and-stories-of-suffering-survival-and-grit/.
September 29, 2022 Lehman’s Last Council Meeting witness host of issues including lacrosse team win and silent protest in support of Bill 5 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Lehman’s Last Council Meeting witness host of issues including lacrosse team win and silent protest in support of Bill 5,” Barrie Community Media, September 29, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/09/29/lehmans-last-council-meeting-witness-host-of-issues-including-lacrosse-team-win-and-silent-protest-in-support-of-bill-5/.
September 21, 2022 Overlooking Meridian Place, a 32 storey building proposed on Collier St in downtown Barrie Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Overlooking Meridian Place, a 32 storey building proposed on Collier St in downtown Barrie,” Barrie Community Media, September 21, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/09/21/overlooking-meridian-place-a-32-storey-building-proposed-on-collier-st-in-downtown-barrie/.
September 17, 2022 Planning expert cites higher costs while answering housing affordability in upcoming project Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Planning expert cites higher costs while answering housing affordability in upcoming project,” Barrie Community Media, September 17, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/09/17/planning-expert-cites-higher-costs-while-answering-housing-affordability-in-upcoming-project/.
September 14, 2022 Council Approves Deferral of Development Charges that Might Cost Taxpayers up to $500,000 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council Approves Deferral of Development Charges that Might Cost Taxpayers up to $500,000,” Barrie Community Media, September 14, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/09/14/council-approves-deferral-of-development-charges-that-might-cost-taxpayers-up-to-500000/.
September 8, 2022 Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee Makes Recommendations to Next Council Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee Makes Recommendations to Next Council,” Barrie Community Media, September 8, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/09/08/active-transportation-and-sustainability-committee-makes-recommendations-to-next-council/.
August 29, 2022 Uplift Black Founder Says “Holistic” Support is Needed to Increase Diversity in Local Elections Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Uplift Black Founder Says “Holistic” Support is Needed to Increase Diversity in Local Elections,” Barrie Community Media, August 29, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/08/29/uplift-black-founder-says-holistic-support-is-needed-to-increase-diversity-in-local-elections/.
August 25, 2022 Members of Bloom Committee Express Pride in Barrie’s Gardens Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Members of Bloom Committee Express Pride in Barrie’s Gardens,” Barrie Community Media, August 25, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/08/25/members-of-bloom-committee-expresses-pride-in-barries-gardens/.
August 19, 2022 Proposed Telecom Tower – Local Residents Concerned about Health, Property Values Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Proposed Telecom Tower – Local Residents Concerned about Health, Property Values,” Barrie Community Media, August 19, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/08/19/proposed-telecom-tower-local-residents-concerned-about-health-property-values/.
August 15, 2022 Making Democracy Win: Campaign to Encourage Participation in Local Elections Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Making Democracy Win: Campaign to Encourage Participation in Local Elections,” Barrie Community Media, August 15, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/08/15/making-democracy-win-campaign-to-encourage-participation-in-local-elections/.
August 5, 2022 Clr Aylwin blames City’s low tax approach for funding crunch to implement important climate recommendations Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr Aylwin blames City’s low tax approach for funding crunch to implement important climate recommendations,” Barrie Community Media, August 5, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/08/05/clr-aylwin-blames-citys-low-tax-approach-for-funding-crunch-to-implement-important-climate-recommendations/.
July 24, 2022 Criminalizing Homelessness – Woman Ticketed for Living in a Tent Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Criminalizing Homelessness – Woman Ticketed for Living in a Tent,” Barrie Community Media, July 24, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/07/24/criminalizing-homelessness-woman-ticketed-for-living-in-a-tent/.
July 8, 2022 City’s 3 Year Property Cleanup Dispute Possibly Headed to Superior Court of Justice Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City’s 3 Year Property Cleanup Dispute Possibly Headed to Superior Court of Justice,” Barrie Community Media, July 8, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/07/08/citys-three-year-long-dispute-with-resident-to-clean-up-property-possibly-headed-to-superior-court-of-justice/.
June 30, 2022 Mayor Jeff Lehman appeals, educates, scolds and leads council into action against homelessness Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Mayor Jeff Lehman appeals, educates, scolds and leads council into action against homelessness,” Barrie Community Media, June 30, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/06/30/mayor-jeff-lehman-appeals-educates-scolds-and-leads-council-into-action-against-homelessness/.
June 24, 2022 Affordable housing is not discussed during public meeting about hundreds of proposed condos Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Affordable housing is not discussed during public meeting about hundreds of proposed condos,” Barrie Community Media, June 24, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/06/24/affordable-housing-is-not-discussed-during-public-meeting-about-hundreds-of-proposed-condos/.
June 22, 2022 Barrie’s Integrity Commissioner Receives a Record Number of Complaints in First Five Months of 2022 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s Integrity Commissioner Receives a Record Number of Complaints in First Five Months of 2022,” Barrie Community Media, June 22, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/06/22/barries-integrity-commissioner-received-a-record-complaints-in-the-first-five-months-of-2022/.
June 17, 2022 An upcoming multi storey building doesn’t have affordable units proposed as mandated in city’s official plan Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “An upcoming multi storey building doesn’t have affordable units proposed as mandated in city’s official plan,” Barrie Community Media, June 17, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/06/17/an-active-farm-into-a-residential-and-commercial-usage-is-among-upcoming-big-projects/.
June 14, 2022 Barrie’s Housing Advocates Protest ‘Harmful Proposed Pilot Project’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s Housing Advocates Protest ‘Harmful Proposed Pilot Project’,” Barrie Community Media, June 14, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/06/14/barries-housing-advocates-protest-harmful-proposed-pilot-project/.
June 14, 2022 Clr. Aylwin Seeks Clarification about Heart #Barrie Fundraising Project Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr. Aylwin Seeks Clarification about Heart #Barrie Fundraising Project,” Barrie Community Media, June 14, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/06/14/clr-aylwin-seeks-clarification-on-accountability-of-extra-money-from-heart-barrie-fundraising-project/.
May 30, 2022 Green’s Elyse Robinson hoping to woo voters with her “new and fresh perspective to policy” Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Green’s Elyse Robinson hoping to woo voters with her “new and fresh perspective to policy”,” Barrie Community Media, May 30, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/30/greens-elyse-robinson-hoping-to-woo-voters-with-her-new-and-fresh-perspective-to-policy/.
May 30, 2022 NDP Candidate hoping win by focusing on healthcare, social safety net and environment Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “NDP Candidate hoping win by focusing on healthcare, social safety net and environment,” Barrie Community Media, May 30, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/30/ndp-candidate-hoping-win-by-focusing-on-healthcare-social-safety-net-and-environment/.
May 27, 2022 Know your candidate – John Olthuis, the liberal party candidate for Barrie-Innisfil Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Know your candidate – John Olthuis, the liberal party candidate for Barrie-Innisfil,” Barrie Community Media, May 27, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/27/know-your-candidate-john-olthuis-the-liberal-party-candidate-for-barrie-innisfil/.
May 24, 2022 Green Party’s Barrie-Innisfil candidate wants Ontario to be to reach net zero by 2045 while helping those in need Barrie Community Media Deepak Bidwai, “Green Party’s Barrie-Innisfil candidate wants Ontario to be to reach net zero by 2045 while helping those in need,” Barrie Community Media, May 24, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/24/green-partys-barrie-innisfil-candidate-wants-ontario-to-be-to-reach-net-zero-by-2045-while-helping-those-in-need/.
May 24, 2022 Lehman on being ‘underdog again,’ having a diverse campaign team, and issues he is hearing at the door Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Lehman on being ‘underdog again,’ having a diverse campaign team, and issues he is hearing at the door,” Barrie Community Media, May 24, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/24/lehman-on-being-underdog-again-having-a-diverse-campaign-team-and-issues-he-is-hearing-at-the-door/.
May 19, 2022 Downtown expected to get around 2500 units with 900 new units proposed on Collier and Bradfort streets Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Downtown expected to get around 2500 units with 900 new units proposed on Collier and Bradfort streets,” Barrie Community Media, May 19, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/19/downtown-expected-to-get-around-2500-units-as-900-new-units-proposed-on-collier-and-bradfort-streets/.
May 13, 2022 BSOM candidates pitch to voters during the first debate marked by conspicuous absence of incumbent MPP Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “BSOM candidates pitch to voters during the first debate marked by conspicuous absence of incumbent MPP,” Barrie Community Media, May 13, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/05/13/bsom-candidates-pitch-to-voters-during-the-first-debate-marked-by-conspicuous-absence-of-incumbent-mpp/.
April 22, 2022 Mayor’s innovation awards recognize organizations and individuals that transform ‘whole community’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Mayor’s innovation awards recognize organizations and individuals that transform ‘whole community’,” Barrie Community Media, April 22, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/04/22/mayors-innovation-awards-recognize-organizations-and-individuals-that-transform-whole-community/.
April 14, 2022 Clr. Harvey withdraws ‘partisan’ motion aimed at putting restrictions on employees on unpaid leave of absence Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr. Harvey withdraws ‘partisan’ motion aimed at putting restrictions on employees on unpaid leave of absence,” Barrie Community Media, April 14, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/04/14/clr-harvey-withdraws-partisan-motion-aimed-at-putting-restrictions-on-employees-on-unpaid-leave-of-absence/.
April 7, 2022 Affordable Housing – Council fail to work together on issue that united them before Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Affordable Housing – Council fail to work together on issue that united them before,” Barrie Community Media, April 7, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/04/07/affordable-housing-council-fail-to-work-together-on-issue-that-united-them-before/.
March 31, 2022 Mayor Lehman wants to make anti-racism task force ‘permanent’ because of ‘the good work’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Mayor Lehman wants to make anti-racism task force ‘permanent’ because of ‘the good work’,” Barrie Community Media, March 31, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/03/31/mayor-lehman-wants-to-make-anti-racism-task-force-permanent-because-of-the-good-work/.
March 24, 2022 Barrie Youth wants city to address climate change and more say in council decision making Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie Youth wants city to address climate change and more say in council decision making,” Barrie Community Media, March 24, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/03/24/barrie-youth-wants-city-to-address-climate-change-and-more-say-in-council-decision-making/.
March 17, 2022 Clr. Natalie Harris wants Barrie to have public art made solely by “unhoused” people Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr. Natalie Harris wants Barrie to have public art made solely by “unhoused” people,” Barrie Community Media, March 17, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/03/17/clr-natalie-harris-wants-barrie-to-have-public-art-made-solely-by-unhoused-people/.
March 11, 2022 Barrie’s wayfinding strategy to make it more walkable and give a boost to local businesses Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s wayfinding strategy to make it more walkable and give a boost to local businesses,” Barrie Community Media, March 11, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/03/11/barries-wayfinding-strategy-to-make-it-more-walkable-and-give-a-boost-to-local-businesses/.
March 10, 2022 Council decides against joining retirement plans; Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre plans expansion and other updates Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council decides against joining retirement plans; Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre plans expansion and other updates,” Barrie Community Media, March 10, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/03/10/council-decides-against-joining-retirement-plans-royal-victoria-regional-health-centre-plans-expansion-and-other-updates/.
March 3, 2022 Waterfront Parking Permits to Go Digital Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Waterfront Parking Permits to Go Digital,” Barrie Community Media, March 3, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/03/03/digital-waterfront-parking-permits-to-be-available-via-hotspot-app-website-and-service-barrie-locations/.
February 26, 2022 Barrie likely to see crowded mayoral race as Jeff Lehman to challenge sitting MPP Doug Downey Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie likely to see crowded mayoral race as Jeff Lehman to challenge sitting MPP Doug Downey,” Barrie Community Media, February 26, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/26/emotional-jeff-lehman-announced-that-he-will-not-seek-a-fourth-term-as-mayor-of-barrie/.
February 25, 2022 Markham Mayor praises Barrie’s fire department at the launch of new dispatch partnership Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Markham Mayor praises Barrie’s fire department at the launch of new dispatch partnership,” Barrie Community Media, February 25, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/25/markham-mayor-praises-barries-fire-department-at-the-launch-of-new-dispatch-partnership/.
February 18, 2022 Council, under fire from residents opposing large developments, approves watered down official plan Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council, under fire from residents opposing large developments, approves watered down official plan,” Barrie Community Media, February 18, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/18/council-under-fire-from-residents-opposing-large-developments-approves-watered-down-official-plan/.
February 16, 2022 Council recognizes emergency shelter and homelessness service workers for supporting ‘least fortunate’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council recognizes emergency shelter and homelessness service workers for supporting ‘least fortunate’,” Barrie Community Media, February 16, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/16/council-recognizes-emergency-shelter-and-homelessness-service-workers-for-supporting-least-fortunate/.
February 11, 2022 Council enthusiastically backs creation of ‘market district that’s welcoming, engaging and green’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Council enthusiastically backs creation of ‘market district that’s welcoming, engaging and green’,” Barrie Community Media, February 11, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/11/council-enthusiastically-backs-creation-of-market-district-thats-welcoming-engaging-and-green/.
February 8, 2022 Proposed development on Lockhart Road to continue Barrie’s urban sprawl Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Proposed development on Lockhart Road to continue Barrie’s urban sprawl,” Barrie Community Media, February 8, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/08/proposed-development-on-lockhart-road-to-continue-barries-urban-sprawl/.
February 4, 2022 Clr. Jim Harris grills Barrie Police for missing important data and use of force amid favorable audience Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr. Jim Harris grills Barrie Police for missing important data and use of force amid favorable audience,” Barrie Community Media, February 4, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/04/clr-jim-harris-grills-barrie-police-for-missing-important-data-and-use-of-force-amid-favorable-audience/.
February 2, 2022 Ward 7 residents have won a battle against developer but the war might not be over yet Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Ward 7 residents have won a battle against developer but the war might not be over yet,” Barrie Community Media, February 2, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/02/02/ward-7-residents-have-won-a-battle-against-developer-but-the-war-might-not-be-over-yet/.
January 28, 2022 Residents to pay less property tax under the proposed Stormwater Climate Action Fund Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Residents to pay less property tax under the proposed Stormwater Climate Action Fund,” Barrie Community Media, January 28, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/01/28/residents-to-pay-less-property-tax-under-the-proposed-stormwater-climate-action-fund/.
January 22, 2022 Barrie’s planning committee meetings are becoming ground zero for the battle between status quo and aggressive change Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s planning committee meetings are becoming ground zero for the battle between status quo and aggressive change,” Barrie Community Media, January 22, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/01/22/barries-planning-committee-meetings-are-becoming-ground-zero-for-the-battle-between-status-quo-and-aggressive-change/.
January 21, 2022 Clr. Aylwin questions cuts in affordable housing targets ‘considering the great need that we have in our city’ Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Clr. Aylwin questions cuts in affordable housing targets ‘considering the great need that we have in our city’,” Barrie Community Media, January 21, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/01/21/clr-aylwin-questions-cuts-in-affordable-housing-targets-considering-the-great-need-that-we-have-in-our-city/.
January 14, 2022 ‘Bold’ but ‘achievable’ steps proposed by Mayor led task force to address affordable housing crisis in Barrie Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “‘Bold’ but ‘achievable’ steps proposed by Mayor led task force to address affordable housing crisis in Barrie,” Barrie Community Media, January 14, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/01/14/bold-but-achievable-steps-proposed-by-mayor-led-task-force-to-address-affordable-housing-crisis-in-barrie/.
January 13, 2022 City council unanimously approves Clr. Natalie Harris’ “relentlessness” to increase warming capacity Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City council unanimously approves Clr. Natalie Harris’ “relentlessness” to increase warming capacity,” Barrie Community Media, January 13, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/01/13/city-council-unanimously-approves-clr-natalie-harris-relentlessness-to-increase-warming-capacity/.
January 7, 2022 City outlines plans to address 40 percent carbon emissions Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City outlines plans to address 40 percent carbon emissions,” Barrie Community Media, January 7, 2022, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2022/01/07/city-outlines-plans-to-address-40-percent-carbon-emissions/.

2021

December 24, 2021 ‘This proposal is also a financial burden for me,’ said a single mother on Sean Mason Homes project Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “‘This proposal is also a financial burden for me,’ said a single mother on Sean Mason Homes project,” Barrie Community Media, December 24, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/12/24/this-proposal-is-also-a-financial-burden-for-me-said-a-single-mother-on-sean-mason-homes-project/.
December 23, 2021 YMCA to have $5 million funding gap even if city council approves requested $2.5 million Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “YMCA to have $5 million funding gap even if city council approves requested $2.5 million,” Barrie Community Media, December 23, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/12/23/ymca-will-still-have-5-million-funding-gap-even-if-city-council-pays-requested-2-5-million/.
December 22, 2021 “We cut much smaller items that benefit all our residents,” Mayor opposes $45,000 fees to a consultant Barrie Community Media Deepak B., ““We cut much smaller items that benefit all our residents,” Mayor opposes $45,000 fees to a consultant,” Barrie Community Media, December 22, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/12/22/we-cut-much-smaller-items-that-benefit-all-our-residents-mayor-opposes-45000-fees-to-a-consultant/.
December 16, 2021 The Renovation of the Allandale Go Station Dominated Heritage Barrie Committee Meeting Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “The Renovation of the Allandale Go Station Dominated Heritage Barrie Committee Meeting,” Barrie Community Media, December 16, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/12/16/heritage-barrie-committee-continue-to-ignore-indigenous-heritage-and-celebrate-white-colonial-heritage-only/.
December 7, 2021 Will City Council Rise to the Occasion to Address Racism by Following Town and Gown Committee’s Lead? Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Will City Council Rise to the Occasion to Address Racism by Following Town and Gown Committee’s Lead?,” Barrie Community Media, December 7, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/12/07/will-city-council-rise-to-the-occasion-to-address-racism-by-following-town-and-gown-committees-lead/.
December 1, 2021 At Issue: Barrie’s Opioid Crisis. Part 2 Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “At Issue: Barrie’s Opioid Crisis. Part 2,” Barrie Community Media, December 1, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/12/01/at-issue-barries-opioid-crisis-part-2/.
November 27, 2021 Town Hall – New developments and supervised consumption sites are some of the issues residents have Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Town Hall – New developments and supervised consumption sites are some of the issues residents have,” Barrie Community Media, November 27, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/11/27/town-hall-new-developments-and-supervised-consumption-sites-are-some-of-the-issues-residents-have/.
November 9, 2021 Barrie’s Engagement with the World Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Barrie’s Engagement with the World,” Barrie Community Media, November 9, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/11/09/barries-engagement-with-the-world/.
November 4, 2021 Do Barrie residents want a gun range in the city, especially near a day care centre? Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Do Barrie residents want a gun range in the city, especially near a day care centre?,” Barrie Community Media, November 4, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/11/04/do-barrie-residents-want-a-gun-range-in-the-city-especially-near-a-day-care-centre/.
October 29, 2021 Understanding the city council with City Clerk Wendy Cooke Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Understanding the city council with City Clerk Wendy Cooke,” Barrie Community Media, October 29, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/10/29/understanding-the-city-council-with-city-clerk-wendy-cooke/.
October 27, 2021 Mayor and councillors step up to help businesses reeling from the lockdown Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Mayor and councillors step up to help businesses reeling from the lockdown,” Barrie Community Media, October 27, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/10/27/mayor-and-councillors-step-up-to-help-businesses-reeling-from-the-lockdown/.
October 14, 2021 City Hall Snapshot – Immigration is dividing Barrie Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Snapshot – Immigration is dividing Barrie,” Barrie Community Media, October 14, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/10/14/city-hall-snapshot-immigration-is-dividing-barrie/.
October 8, 2021 Housing Crisis with Jennifer van Gennip Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Housing Crisis with Jennifer van Gennip,” Barrie Community Media, October 8, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/10/08/housing-crisis-with-jennifer-van-gennip/.
October 1, 2021 City Hall Snapshot – Seniors Advisory Committee Meeting Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Snapshot – Seniors Advisory Committee Meeting,” Barrie Community Media, October 1, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/10/01/city-hall-snapshot-seniors-advisory-committee-meeting/.
September 24, 2021 City Hall Snapshot – Prof. Moffatt on housing crisis Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Snapshot – Prof. Moffatt on housing crisis,” Barrie Community Media, September 24, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/09/24/city-hall-snapshot-prof-moffatt-on-housing-crisis/.
September 23, 2021 City Hall Snapshot: City Council Meeting Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “City Hall Snapshot: City Council Meeting,” Barrie Community Media, September 23, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/09/23/city-hall-snapshot-city-council-meeting/.
September 15, 2021 Interview with Tanya Saari, Liberal candidate for Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Interview with Tanya Saari, Liberal candidate for Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte,” Barrie Community Media, September 15, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/09/15/interview-with-tanya-saari-liberal-candidate-for-barrie-springwater-oro-medonte/.
September 14, 2021 Interview with Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte NDP candidate Sarah Lochhead Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Interview with Barrie-Springwater-Oro-Medonte NDP candidate Sarah Lochhead,” Barrie Community Media, September 14, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/09/14/interview-with-barrie-springwater-oro-medonte-ndp-candidate-sarah-lochhead/.
September 13, 2021 Interview with Barrie–Innisfil NDP candidate Aleesha Gostkowski Barrie Community Media Deepak B., “Interview with Barrie–Innisfil NDP candidate Aleesha Gostkowski,” Barrie Community Media, September 13, 2021, https://barriecommunitymedia.ca/2021/09/13/interview-with-barrie-innisfil-ndp-candidate-aleesha-gostkowski/.