Gideon Scanlon

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Province confronting affordability crisis head-on: A.G.

Ontario's cabinet ministers hear many stories about the challenges facing people in his Simcoe County riding, Attorney General Doug Downey has revealed to The...

Barrie and Simcoe County — better as friends?

It’s high time Barrie reconsiders its relationship with Simcoe County, according to a veteran city councillor. “Is it worthwhile continuing as is, expanding or...

Riepma eager to ‘move forward’ after reprimand from integrity commissioner

Barrie councillor Clare Riepma is eager to "move forward" after receiving a reprimand and being docked more than two-weeks' pay for violating the city's...

‘Dysfunctional’ Landlord and Tenant Board must be reformed, says Wasaga Beach deputy mayor

A Simcoe County politician is urging the province to reform the ‘dysfunctional’ Landlord Tenant Board or risk exacerbating Ontario’s housing crisis. “Private investors...

Council Roundup: White named chief of Barrie Fire, city receives top grade in homebuilding survey

Kevin White was appointed chief of the Barrie Fire and Emergency Service during last week's council meeting. “I am confident that our fire services are...

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Sutcliffe would squeeze another $250 million in savings as part of affordability measures

Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe says he could squeeze another...

Transit and affordability take centre stage as mayoral candidates engage in debate on student issues

Candidates in Ottawa’s upcoming mayoral race gathered at Carleton...

This Week in Barrie: Week of September 14

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Ward 4 candidates focus on safety, roads, growth and affordability

Community safety, road infrastructure, growth, development and affordability are...