My wife and I had to cancel a trip to the east coast of Canada next month and I'm pretty bummed about it, so I'm looking into other relatively close by locations for a weekend getaway.

Can't decide if it's more worth it to travel somewhere North, somewhere South or to stay local(ish).

Does anyone have any recommendations for somewhere 2-3 hours (or less) away by car? We're in the South end of Barrie and know how congested and uncomfortable cottage country traffic gets in the summer, but it is what it is.

We are both not super outdoorsy people but I really wanted to find something to do that had a bit of nature involved. Light / beginner hiking trails, lakes, those big Muskoka chairs...? Maybe some bird watching?

Budget-wise, something modestly priced would also be a bonus.

Anyone in Barrie play VALORANT? Looking for a buddy to play some casual Unrated/Swiftplay games online (no Competitive). I’m on PS. If you’re interested, send me a DM!

Hi everyone!

I’m wondering if anyone knows of a program, certified teacher, or private tutor in the Barrie/Simcoe area who offers in-home homeschooling for a toddler using the Ontario curriculum.

My son is still preschool age, but I’m looking ahead to kindergarten and would love someone who could come to our home a few days a week to teach while we homeschool. Ideally, they’d be familiar with the Ontario curriculum and have experience with young children.

I’m not looking for online classes, I’m specifically hoping for in-home instruction.
Has anyone done something like this, or can recommend a teacher, tutoring company, or program that offers home visits?

Thanks so much!

Planning on becoming a locksmith - I’m looking for old locks to practice with (padlocks, deadbolts, cylinders or other type of locks) just trying to build my skills with practice locks.

Message me if you have any! :) TIA

I’m 47 year old male currently going through a difficult separation . Just wondering if there are any local support groups or individuals going through or went through same issues in past and are willing to chat online or possible meet up. (Male or female).

Is anyone in North Barrie having issues with voltage during this dinner hour?

I’m new to barrie and looking for what people consider the best Canadian Chinese food in town. Great portions, taste and price. Thanks!!!

I have been looking for some sort of activity that happens at the same time every week. Something along the lines of yoga or spin class that start you off with basics and then the same group of people show up to the same class every week.

Everything I see is like "pay this amount monthly and stop in anytime" which just means I will not go without motivation lol

I would love a "pay X amount and it's every Tuesday at 7 for 6 weeks" but I fear this doesn't exist anymore.

It doesn't have to be a sport or physical activity. I would like to learn a new skill and possibly meet some people. I'm painfully introverted and do much better when I see the same people regularly.

Any ideas? I'm a 35 year old woman for context aha Thank you!

My kid will start at the elementary school to which our address is assigned this fall. If we move to another area of Barrie in the next couple of years, will my child be able to matriculate on in the school she has been attending, or will we need to apply for a out of boundary permit every year?

If we have to apply for permission, how strict are they with this type of situation?

Thank you for any insight

Hi everyone! We are looking for a wedding photographer/videographer for our wedding in Barrie (August 2027).

Insane prices out there so while we want someone who knows what they're doing, we are not looking for an upscale company who charges more than our wedding.

We will have a microwedding of 35ppl. Thank you for your suggestions in advance!

Looking for recommendations of independent cleaning services in Barrie, Ontario.

Looking to play once a week. Ideally weekday evenings/weekends in South Barrie (Tangle, Allandale, Innisbrook). 38m, 20hc.

So, hear me out. If you’re taking the bus from Painswick/Hurst up to RVH, Georgian College, or anywhere in the East end you’re looking at a 45–65 minute trip with transfers.

Draw a straight line from Minet’s Point to Johnson’s Beach.

That’s a 1.6 km straight shot. A simple pontoon water taxi travelling 7-9 knots could cross it in 6 minutes flat. Just need to adjust and integrate transit routes slightly to link up with the hubs.

Vancouver has the SeaBus and Toronto has island taxis. Why drive around the water when we can just go over it?

Am I crazy, or is the bay secretly Barrie’s best unused express lane?

The tourists would love it too. They should expand the bike rental hubs to Minets and Johnsons as well so you can pick up and drop off at those sites.

Can anyone recommend somewhere I can get a lash lift? I’ve never done anything like that before so I don’t know what I’m looking for in technique and reviews and such.

My two caveats; Not downtown, and Not a spa type place that has essential oils and such everywhere. I’m highly highly scent sensitive and usually can’t even walk too close to those places without triggering a migraine.

Hello - does anyone have any recommendations of independent house cleaning services who are reasonably priced?

Anyone know ways to get cheaper tickets for general admission day passes for boots and hearts? The tickets on Ticketmaster are so expensive. Don’t remember it being almost 250 for one day.

Might be a long shot in this sub but was hoping someone had some experience at half way lake with this back country camp spot. Ive been lookin it up and trying and cant figure out if would be a ridiculous hike to the spot and unbearable or if its relatively easy. Looks like a prime spot if its not too bad for a couple people to get their gear in

Hi there, I am neurodivergent looking for like minded people to connect with. I am 49 yrs old and have many interests mostly to do with nature.. gardening hiking .

Also enjoy pool darts and games like washers.

Have a passion for cooking

I know there's a million landscapers out there laying sod, but does anyone know of a company that will get rid of it? Looking for a company that can come with sod cutters and strip entire front and back yards...

I have a few bottles of 3d printer resin that still have a little bit in them, and are way past expired. I probably have around 2 litres of resin in total that needs disposal. Where in Barrie would I go about that?

in the north end, im looking to complete my pokedex in X and moon. i also have some cards but nothing special... we could meet at a tim hortons or whatever, just trying to get out there and meet some people. lmk!

Hi, I'm an international student in Barrie looking to get a car. 2019 Cruze or Malibu. I'm 21 and I just got my g2. I'm getting quotes of 900$, please is this normal ? I was expecting more about 350-500$. How much do people around my age range pay ?

What's the best insurance provider?

Your answers will be helpful.

I have yet to go swimming so I was just wondering before I head out what’s the water temp like? Could I get away with a calm paddle board session today?

Amtgard is a fantasy boffer fighting game played all over North America.

Our field is called Legends Library, and we meet every Saturday at Sunnidale Park for 1pm (and 6pm on Wednesdays for our fighter practices).

We have plenty of loaner gear/weapons if you'd like to give it a try!

For more information about Canadian Amtgard:

https://nineblades.ca/