2023 Barrie Home Show Prize Giveaway Contest Rules

Contest Rules $5000 off full re-roof Prize (the “Contest”) sponsored by JN Roofing & Contracting Inc. (the “Sponsor”) The contest begins at 10:00 am on March 25, 2023 to 3:00 pm on March 26, 2023 EST (“Contest Period”) See below for full contest details....

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Christmas Trees

In this ode to the tree, I’m sharing two of my favourite Christmas trees today! Many families enjoy cutting a tree themselves for Christmas, and there are a few places where you can still do that in the Barrie area. However, most people shop for ready-cut trees, just...

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Barrie’s Landmarks!

If you’re a newer resident of the City, chances are you’ve seen a few City of Barrie landmarks. We’re fortunate to host one of Canada’s largest Artisan Markets with our Kempenfest Celebration each summer. More than that, Barrie is known as a city that ‘curates the...

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The “Barrie Bucket”

Ok, let’s talk old again.  We’ve written about old homes and an old downtown bar, so let’s talk about another old place no one ever really wanted to visit…Barrie Jail. The 'Barrie Bucket' Courtesy of The Simcoe County Archives The Barrie Gaol as it was originally...

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Hidden Gems

A couple of years ago, say 1828, a permanent settlement was established on the shores of Lake Simcoe.  Named after Commodore Robert Barrie, our ‘now’ City was born.  Today we’re travelling back in time to visit Barrie’s history of homes. Hidden Gems within our City We...

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Home of the Week

Barrie Home Of The Week: 164 Sproule Drive Home of the Week is brought to you by JN Roofing & Contracting. Expert Roofing, Contracting, and more in Newmarket, Bradford, Barrie, Orillia, and surrounding areas. Another Sunday arrives and with it our weekly look at...

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Home of the Week

Home Of The Week: 19 Black Ash Trail Another Sunday arrives and with it our weekly look at the most inviting properties for sale in Barrie! Pour a steaming cup of coffee as we take a virtual spin through another pristine home. Sitting in a prime location in the south...

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Home Of The Week: 64 Hurst Drive

Another Sunday arrives and with it our weekly look at the most inviting properties for sale in Barrie! Pour a steaming cup of coffee as we take a virtual spin through another pristine home. Tucked away in one of Barrie’s sought after neighbourhoods, this raised...

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Suburbia Life – What’s Not To Love!

People sometimes talk about suburbia like it’s a bad thing.  You know what?  If it’s where you live, you’re expected to love it.  Don’t feel ashamed.  Suburbia is really the best of both worlds.  It’s easy to run to the store if you need something, with less traffic...

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Home Of The Week: 114 Succession Crescent

Another Sunday arrives and with it our weekly look at the most inviting properties for sale in Barrie! Pour a steaming cup of coffee as we take a virtual spin through another pristine home. Nestled in the south end, bordering on Innisfil, this a beautifully maintained...

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