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 Barrie, Ontario
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Explore careers where manufacturing, technology & digital creativity collide! For a list of exhibitors, visit: investbarrie.ca/whats-new/ev… #Barrie

Industry Hiring Event & Career Expo

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The City of Barrie@cityofbarrieOct 20
Industry Hiring Event & Career Expo | Oct 21, 4 to 6pm @ Five Points Theatre. Connect with employers and explore careers in manufacturing, engineering, technology, skilled trades, digital media, professional services, government, & more: barrie.ca/community-recreati…
Three separate images show individuals in different work environments: the first is standing at a digital display in a technology setting; the second is seated and wearing headphones, focused on a computer screen; the third is in a manufacturing setting, wearing a hard hat and holding a tablet.

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Small Business Week is happening October 19 to 25! @SBCBarrie is offering and partnering on free events: barrie.ca/government/news-no… #BarrieBusiness

Small Business Week takes place October 19 to 25

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Visit Five Points Theatre on October 21 from 4 to 6pm for the Industry Hiring Event & Career Expo to network, explore opportunities and discover your next career move! Details: investbarrie.ca/whats-new/ev…
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Is your business ready to explore new markets? Starting Oct 29, small and medium-sized businesses can participate in the Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) and gain the tools, expertise, and connections needed to grow internationally. Learn more & register: bot.com/Events/Scaling-Simco…
The image features a promotional banner for the Trade Accelerator Program, highlighting "Top Export Advisors & Tailored Coaching." It announces a new cohort beginning on October 29, 2026. The banner has a purple background with logos for Toronto Region Board of Trade, World Trade Centre Toronto, City of Barrie, City of Orillia, Ontario, and County of Simcoe. An individual is smiling on the right side of the image.

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The Mayor’s #Innovation Awards recognize the innovators, problem-solvers, and changemakers helping #Barrie thrive. Submit a nomination at investbarrie.ca/innovationaw… and help spotlight their impact!
Mayor's Innovation Awards. Nominations open. Know an innovator making a difference in Barrie? Nominate a business, individual, or community group for the 2026 Mayor's Innovation Awards. Submission deadline: November 18, 2026. investbarrie.ca/InnovationAwards

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DAIR Hub@DAIR_HubSep 25
Thank you to @InvestBarrie and the @simcoecounty for bringing industry together for the recent B2B Supplier Event with @MHI_Canada Aerospace Inc. 🎤 Nick Persichilli, Ontario Aerospace Council (OAC) 🎤 Alex Tsoulis, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Canada Aerospace Inc. (MHICA)
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FINAL CALL: Participate in #Barrie's 2026 Business & Employer Data Survey! ✅ Promote your business ✅ Contribute to data that supports local economic development ✅ Help showcase why businesses continue to choose Barrie Take the survey by Sept 30: investbarrie.ca/BEDS

Business & Employer Data Survey

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You're invited to submit a concept for the 8th Annual Mayor’s Innovation Awards trophy. Showcase your talent & leave your mark on one of #Barrie’s premier business celebrations. Submissions close October 20: investbarrie.ca/whats-new/ev… 📷: 2025 trophy design by Neil Smith.
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Are you looking at hiring? Reserve your booth for the Industry Hiring Event & Career Expo on October 21 at Five Points Theatre in #Barrie. Learn more: bit.ly/3V2lXUi In partnership w/ @lakeheaduni @georgiancollege Invest Barrie & EmployNext powered by Serco.
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Congrats to @DriveWiseCanada on this achievement! What started in #Barrie has expanded to multiple locations across Ontario, demonstrating how innovative businesses can launch, scale, & succeed from our city. Explore how we can help accelerate your growth: investbarrie.ca

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DriveWise@DriveWiseCanadaSep 16
Proud to be recognized as the Top Safe Driving Training Provider in the Canadian Occupational Safety Readers’ Choice Awards 2026! Thank you to all of the safety professionals across Canada who trust DriveWise as their partner in driver safety. 🚗💙 #RoadSafety #DriverTraining
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Are you a manufacturer, technology company, engineering firm, or specialized service provider looking to break into or expand within the aerospace & defence sector? MHI Canada Aerospace wants to meet you! Register: investbarrie.ca/whats-new/ev… 📅 Sept 18, 9am to 12pm @ Sandbox Centre
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Local artists and graphic designers, as well as residents, businesses, organizations and not-for-profits located in #Barrie are all welcome to submit their designs! investbarrie.ca/innovationaw… #BarrieBusiness #BarrieArts

Mayor's Innovation Awards

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The City of Barrie@cityofbarrieSep 4
Design the 8th Annual Mayor's Innovation Awards Trophy! The selected design will be brought to life w/ @georgiancollege's Makerspace. Design submissions due by 5pm on Oct 20. Get the details: bit.ly/3UDVKLB 📷: 2025 trophy by Neil Smith.
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Design the 8th Annual Mayor's Innovation Awards Trophy! The selected design will be brought to life w/ @georgiancollege's Makerspace. Design submissions due by 5pm on Oct 20. Get the details: bit.ly/3UDVKLB 📷: 2025 trophy by Neil Smith.
Several clear, angular glass awards on wooden bases are displayed on a tablecloth.

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The annual Excellence Awards by @IEDCtweets honour economic development organizations, government entities, initiatives, and programs that demonstrate consistent and exemplary performance. Learn more: barrie.ca/government/news-no… #Barrie

City receives two Excellence Awards from the International Economic Development Council

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The City of Barrie@cityofbarrieAug 21
The City’s Economic Development department, @InvestBarrie, recently received two Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council. Read today's media release for details: barrie.ca/government/news-no…
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Today, the City of Barrie and Lakehead University celebrated the completion of the new STEM Hub! Bringing a university presence to the city represents a transformative investment in talent, education, and economic growth in Barrie. Learn more: bit.ly/4qtuFGU
Alex Nuttall, Mayor of the City of Barrie, Dr. Gillian Siddall, President and Vice-Chancellor of Lakehead University and dignitaries cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of the Lakehead University Barrie STEM Hub.

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The Mayor’s Innovation Awards discover stories of strength, creativity, and adaptation across #Barrie. Learn more & submit a nomination at investbarrie.ca/InnovationAw… youtu.be/BJpVq8CbMXg?si=Scfv… #BarrieBusiness

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Mayor’s Innovation Awards recognize and celebrate the year’s most creative solutions from businesses, individuals, and community groups. Nominations for this year’s awards are accepted until Nov 18, 2026. Visit investbarrie.ca/InnovationAw… to learn more.
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Defence programs require reliable suppliers, secure environments, agile innovation, and efficient logistics. Barrie brings these elements together in one connected ecosystem. Download our Defence Sector Profile at investbarrie.ca/defence to learn more. #BarrieBusiness
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Explore our beautiful city & experience what a boardroom-to-boardwalk lifestyle is all about. A variety of housing options, scenic surroundings & an easy cross-town commute are waiting for you here. Discover the top 3 reasons why life is better in #Barrie: investbarrie.ca/lifestyle/li…
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Our #BarrieBusiness & Employer Data Survey helps us monitor economic trends, support business growth, and plan for future infrastructure needs + you get a FREE listing in our annual business directory. Take the survey & review the 2025 summary at investbarrie.ca/BEDS
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