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Stephen J. Donkers

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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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Nuttall says Barrie is ready to become a defence manufacturing hub

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Defence manufacturing could become Barrie’s next economic frontier. Mayor Alex Nuttall says Barrie is positioning itself to become a hub for defence and advanced manufacturing...

Barrie pushes future job growth as unemployment rate rises

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Unemployment may be high now, but city leaders are hoping future job growth will bring that number down. Barrie was tied for the highest unemployment...

More affordable housing planned for Barrie

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Another 69 affordable housing units are coming to Barrie. Mayor Alex Nuttall announced on May 21 that two new apartment rental developments will bring a...

City unveils sign at future performing arts and convention centre site

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Call it a sign of a major transformation in Barrie’s downtown. A new sign now stands along Barrie’s waterfront, marking the future home of the...

New Barrie Sea Cadets waterfront facility breaks ground

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A long-awaited new waterfront home for Barrie’s Sea Cadets is one step closer to reality. City officials and community leaders gathered on May 9 for...
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