Category Archives: Orillia News
SMDHU Mon Update Includes 243 New COVID-19 Cases, 2 Deaths
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting 243 new COVID-19 cases and 2 deaths. Deaths include a Muskoka woman between the ages of 65 and 79 and a woman from Simcoe over 79. It's the...
Feb 28, 2022
Small Protest Outside SMDHU Office Over Child Masking Rules
A small protest of about a dozen people has gathered outside the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit office on Sperling Drive in Barrie today. Some of the protesters arrived in vehicles covered in Can...
Feb 28, 2022 Source: Laura Hampshire
Province Establishing General Minimum Wage for Digital Platform Workers
The Province has announced legislation that gives app-based gig workers a $15 minimum wage and transparency when it comes to their tips. The "Digital Platform Workers' Rights Act" guarantees a regular...
Feb 28, 2022
SMDHU Fri Update Includes 162 New COVID-19 Cases, 5 Deaths
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is reporting 162 new COVID-19 cases and five deaths. Deaths include three men over the age of 79 and a woman between the ages of 45 and 64 - all from Si...
Feb 25, 2022
Ontario Removing Barriers for Out-of-Province Skilled Workers
Premier Doug Ford says Ontario is in a historic labor shortage. Today the Premier said there are lots of jobs waiting to be filled across the Province and it's costing the province billions. He's roll...
Feb 25, 2022
Buy Fresh Fruits and Veggies For People In Need
The Barrie Good Food Box program helps individuals or families experiencing food insecurity. The boxes are packed with fresh, high-quality, seasonal fruits and vegetables, which can be purchased month...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: Good Food Box Program
Tickets On Sale For 2022 Family and Friends Drop The Ball Raffle
Get your tickets now for the 2022 Family & Friends Drop the Ball Raffle. On September 10th, 2022 , 50,000 numbered golf balls will be dropped on the course of the Midland Golf and Country Club fro...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: Waypoint Centre
It's The Coldest Night Of The Year!
It's the Coldest Night of the Year this weekend. The family-friendly walk is being held on Saturday, February 26th and raises money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and ho...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: CNOY
Georgian Bay General Hospital Lifting Some Visitor Restrictions
Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) is lifting some visitation restrictions. Effective today (Feb.25), admitted patients will be permitted one visitor per day between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. "Increasing vi...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: GBGH
Drugs and Weapons Seized During Orillia Search Warrant: OPP
Drugs and weapons have been seized by the OPP, after a search warrant was executed in Orillia as part of an ongoing investigation. Police say a traffic stop and search warrant were conducted in the ci...
Feb 25, 2022 Source: OPP