Conflicting Visions for Barrie's Future: Intense Debate Over Essa Road Development
Advocates push for a modern, car-free urban area, facing opposition from local groups worried about community impact.
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Last quarter we hosted a panel discussion addressing the acute addiction issues that disproportionately affect Indigenous communities. The dialogue was inspired by the report "Getting to Tomorrow," a collective effort by the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition, John Howard Society, Indigenous Harm Reduction Network, and the Gilbert Centre.