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Originally from Oshawa and raised in Barrie and Innisfil, Stephen J. Donkers began his career in Ontario’s film and television industry as an assistant director before pivoting to journalism and corporate communications through studies at Humber Polytechnic. With experience in digital marketing and communications, he brings a sharp storytelling lens to every role. Stephen currently works in marketing while reporting for Compass News in Barrie, covering impactful community stories in the city he proudly calls home. He lives in Barrie with his family and two pets.

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Businesses showing support for future sports stadium

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Downtown businesses are welcoming plans for Barrie’s future sports stadium. The City of Barrie unveiled plans on July 14 for a $26-million downtown stadium that...

Ground broken on 31-unit transitional housing project

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Construction is underway on a new transitional housing project in Barrie's south end. Officials held a groundbreaking ceremony on July 11 at Mapleview Community Church...

Ward 2 candidates back new stadium, but raise questions

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Call it the first political kickoff of Barrie’s stadium debate. Days after the city unveiled plans for a $26-million downtown sports stadium, Ward 2 council candidates are...

Barrie announces more affordable housing units for downtown

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More affordable housing units are coming to downtown Barrie. Announced July 8 at the future 17 Sophia St. E. development site, the project will feature...

Barrie reveals plans for downtown sports stadium

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Goal! Barrie is getting a professional soccer team and a new downtown stadium. On July 14, Barrie unveiled plans for a new sports stadium that...
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