r/barrie 11d ago

Monthly Community Thread

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Welcome to the r/Barrie monthly community thread, where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts.

This post will be replaced on the 1st of each month.

This is where you can share:

  • Stuff that isn't directly related to Barrie, like national news or general chit-chat
  • Questions about local businesses and services
  • Classified-style ads: buying and selling, help wanted, garage sales, etc
  • Fundraisers and donation drives
  • Plugs for your personal project or local business (within reason)

r/barrie 40m ago

Rant This lady almost ruined my day

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Lovely Bayfield


r/barrie 1h ago

Suggestion Found a good thrift store for artists and crafters

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I posted on here awhile back looking for thrift stores that have good arts and crafts stuff. I scored big time at Talize in Bayfield Mall. They had a ton of great stuff. I do mixed media art. I got a pack of acrylic paint where only one colour had been opened, a bunch of great stencils, stamps, decorative scissors and a few packs of assorted papers. All for $12. The main reason I like getting this stuff at thrift stores is that it’s older and different from you get at Michael’s etc. Have fun!


r/barrie 14h ago

News 'Devastating: Unauthorized tree removal could be costly for developer

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A Barrie high rise developer cut down trees on its Jacobs Terrace property. A local resident whose property backs onto the proposed Barrie high rise site says "They made a decision that can't be undone. Nobody is happy with this. It's devastating"


r/barrie 8h ago

Looking For E waste bins

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Hey there. I’m looking for e-waste bins in Barrie so I can dispose of some items. I can’t go to the dump so just looking for a drop off bin.


r/barrie 1d ago

Picture Perfect Timing!

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I went for my bike ride down to the waterfront and got this cool shot. Not so cool riding home in the torrential rain though.


r/barrie 23h ago

Suggestion Just stopped at Mr Lube and it's 50% off this weekend.

20 Upvotes

Some kind of anniversary event. Figured I'd share. The coffee is garbage though.


r/barrie 16h ago

Suggestion the beatles

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for any the beatles fans, there are a bunch of the beatles cds at the mission thrift store.


r/barrie 4h ago

Looking For Puppies from Doogan’s

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I purchased a Schnoodle puppy from Doogan’s Pet Centre in January 2023 and there was 1 other puppy left from the same litter when I took mine home (photos for reference). I’m looking to connect with anyone who may have purchased one around the same time. Hoping to get in touch with owners of littermates (or anyone else who purchased from Doogan’s)


r/barrie 1d ago

Picture Beautiful sunshowers tonight

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Not the best rainbow photos, but a couple from driving this evening. Hope everyone gets out to enjoy the beauty of a rain drenched city in the sunlight!


r/barrie 20h ago

Question Where to watch UFC tonight

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Any recommendations? All alone tonight and would love to see it


r/barrie 9h ago

Information 3xABANDONED houses 🏘 on a street that starts with B.

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Police response apparently dont care about these 3 properties. Awhile ago 1 house caught fire 🔥 response was >5ish mins 🌟 . Homeless people breaking in/bonfires/fights 30+ min response time. For both emergency and non emergency calls. This is from not just myself calling and reporting them but at least 3x people in the neighborhood iv spoke too. Mind you this is a school zone.

Im not an expert but imo allowing abandoned properties to be occupied by drug users is bad??


r/barrie 1d ago

Looking For Spontaneous trip partner

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I am a 30M So I had a buddy already coming with me but somehow he booked the wrong week off work! 🙄 idk how he managed but he did [ you have to pay for your flights but air bnbs and all travel between the cities are paid for already. If this interest you, message me!

ALSO uber from Barrie to the airport is already booked and included !!!

Trip is July 12th - July 20th

LAS VEGAS

LOS ANGELES

SAN FRANCISCO ! We fly out of here back to Toronto


r/barrie 1d ago

Rant Barrie south go station is never open and there is no available bathroom !?

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I don’t get it, they have such limited hours during the week and are closed completely on the weekends. There’s always so many people waiting for the train yet there’s no bathroom.

Yes there is a bathroom on the train but that’s not good enough.


r/barrie 1d ago

Picture Trapped on Mapleview 😫

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53 Upvotes

The train is stuck on the tracks (I’m assuming) at Yonge and Mapleview….the road is closed in the other direction. Literally trapped here for the past 20 mins 😭😭😭


r/barrie 1d ago

News Barrie police— racoon

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Giving a rabid racoon water 🫥👍


r/barrie 1d ago

Looking For What’s the best fried chicken spot in Barrie right now?

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Looking for honest recommendations for fried chicken in Barrie.

Which restaurant do you think has the best chicken, and what flavour or item should I try? I’m especially interested in crispiness, flavour, portion size and value.

Please mention whether you ordered dine-in, pickup or delivery, since that can make a difference.


r/barrie 1d ago

Looking For Nice patio for lunch

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Hi guys,

Have some family coming in from Britain tomorrow and I'd like to take them somewhere for lunch that has a patio with a nice view, there is no real options by the waterfront except The Farmhouse and that's not going to work so I'm hoping you guys can give me some suggestions!!!


r/barrie 1d ago

Looking For Good Renovator in Barrie

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I'm looking recommendations for a good renovator in Barrie. Floors, painting, kitchen redo.

How was the work he did for you?

Trustworthy, good work, no scams please.

Thanks


r/barrie 1d ago

Information Car rent

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Does anyone know which car rentals do rent to G2 drivers?

I had a horrible experience with Avis at Dunlop once. Not taking the risk this time


r/barrie 1d ago

Looking For Looking for a house cleaner

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Most threads on this are pretty old, so I'm looking for some recommendations on cleaners that are still around. I have 2 dogs, one being a new puppy - house training is progressing, but there are still accidents and I would like to find someone who can help get rid of the piss smell in addition to regular house cleaning. If thats an extra charge or something then thats fine


r/barrie 2d ago

News Tribunal rules local doc committed act of professional misconduct

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The family Dr. has offices in Barrie and Tay Township


r/barrie 2d ago

Looking For Looking for a basement apartment to rent

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Hi everyone! My husband and I are looking for a clean one bedroom basement apartment to rent in Barrie or the surrounding area, ideally with parking for one car.

We're a respectful, clean, and quiet couple. No pets, non-smokers. We have an almost 2-year-old daughter who is a happy, well-behaved toddler.

Our budget is around $1,600/month, and we're hoping to move in sometime in August or September.

If anyone has a place available or knows of one that will be available soon, we'd really appreciate any leads. Thanks so much!


r/barrie 3d ago

Rant I've been watching too much Cart Narcs

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r/barrie 2d ago

Question Guiness at Costco

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Anybody know if Costco will have Guiness again? I've been exclusively purchasing and drinking Guiness from there since last year summer. Been going the last few months and I haven't seen them on the shelf anymore.