Interested in a bit of wholesome fun?  Come to the lower level of the Bayfield Mall between noon and 2 p.m. on June 15.  In that nice open space near the bowling alley and Canadian Tire, you will find people grooving and dancing, and singing along to a slightly adapted version of a Beatles song. […]

Did you know First Nations children on reserve receive lower levels of service for health, welfare, and education?  This is because federal funding falls below provincial levels of funding offered to other Canadians.  On average, schools receive $2000-3000 less funding per student than provincially run schools. See http://www.fncaringsociety.com/our-dreams-matter-too. Walks are being held across Canada to focus […]

People are speaking their minds over the next few weeks, about more than a few important issues, and at more than a few times and places.  Here’s a look at some events happening in May.   Saturday May 25:   March Against Monsanto is an international event.  In some places, including here in Barrie, it’s […]

Grannies Lorna, Ruth, and Vicki of the Triangle Raging Grannies in North Carolina, were arrested on the evening of Monday, May 6.  What was their crime?  They exercised their citizens’ rights to speak their minds on repressive new legislation being proposed in the NC legislature. Click here for a news report with a photo of […]

Grannies Jane, Molly, Ann and Anita at one of the International Women’s Day celebrations held around Barrie on March 8.  This event was held in support of the Women’s & Children’s Shelter of Barrie, at the Army, Navy and Air Force club on George Street.  A program of music, song and dance by talented local […]