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These stories about the people and places that make us proud to call Barrie home are made possible as part of our Community Leaders Program.

A visit to the farm can plant the seed for a greener future

A visit to the farm can plant the seed for a greener future

'It's amazing to watch (children and adults) learn about the animals and about growing things and harvesting things,' says farmer in this week's Rooted feature
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Former mayor Janice Laking's legacy lingers, from railroads to long-distance friendships

Former mayor Janice Laking's legacy lingers, from railroads to long-distance friendships

'Councils are like a school classroom. You don’t choose your students; you try to get the best from each and every one of them'
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'Big John' more than a music man

'Big John' more than a music man

Well-known figure talks about the music business, his time as an urban planner, democracy, nature and even quotes Shakespeare
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If variety is the spice of life, this is one spicy garden

If variety is the spice of life, this is one spicy garden

Communities in Bloom national judges touring Barrie this week, and Janis Hamilton is more than happy to share her hard work
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Decades later, toasters still being mailed to old GE plant for repairs (6 photos)

Decades later, toasters still being mailed to old GE plant for repairs (6 photos)

Former GE building on Bradford Street, now known as the Barrie by the Bay Commercial Centre, home to several community organziations
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The police beat goes on in downtown Barrie

The police beat goes on in downtown Barrie

'They’re our friends. They stop in to see us to make sure everything is OK,' says downtown merchant of police patrolling the area
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Barrie Skatepark has emerged from the dark, hoping to shine again

Barrie Skatepark has emerged from the dark, hoping to shine again

Stigma 'stained skateboarding in this town,' citizen says of dark time; He believes with 'a little understanding and maybe some good lighting,' it could return to glory days
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Blue Brigade members bring their 'heart and soul' to RVH every day

Blue Brigade members bring their 'heart and soul' to RVH every day

Longtime volunteers at Barrie hospital say love giving back to their community and making a difference
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Sunnidale Park went from golf swings to swing sets (4 photos)

Sunnidale Park went from golf swings to swing sets (4 photos)

'A sacred place in Barrie,' Sunnidale Park was once eyed for possible residential development, but vision for park prevailed
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A man of the city, for the city

A man of the city, for the city

Businessman Jamie Massie has left his mark on many aspects of Barrie
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