Last Words… Ah September! Back to school, back to work, back to routines? For some, yes, for others, it’s time to retire and that’s what I’ll be doing, come November. After five challenging and rewarding years being President of the IDA, it’s time for me to ‘pass the torch’. Before…
The IDA participated in an “Orbit Potential and Innovation Plan” workshop hosted by the Town Planning Department and the Orbit Planning firm’s experts. There were break-out groups where we were able to contribute our ideas about sustainability, retail spaces, recreation, green spaces, transportation, and other issues. We expressed our issues…
Barrie-Innisfil voter Tammy Dixon said she was unsurprised at the election results, noting she voted for incumbent Progressive Conservative MPP Andrea Khanjin. Khanjin easily won the Barrie-Innisfil riding while her party grew its seat count for a stronger second majority government in Ontario. During the election campaign, Doug Ford and…
Municipal Comprehensive Review Feedback Moves from Town to County Council At the December 8th town council meeting, delegations of individuals and organizations provided input re the MCR. Councillor Alex Waters brought forward an amendment inspired by the Innisfil District Association and shared in the open forum segment of the meeting by IDA…
Hot Topic: Short Term Accommodations Neighbours or Not? Incremental approach needed STAs – What are they and why should you be concerned? In part, the following is our letter to the Town addressing STAs – Short-term Accommodations, in Innisfil.Mayor Dollin stated, “the meteoric rise of STA’s is changing the character of our…
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Board Director Stuart Marwick. Stuart joined the IDA in 2003 and brought an enormous capacity for dialogue and discourse. Among his many pursuits, he was passionate about the environment, loved to share ideas and pushed others to consider thinking…
The Lake Simcoe Protection Plan is currently under mandatory review by the Province. As a result, the IDA is working with our partners to champion Lake Simcoe. It is key that we keep the current level of protection in the plan or, better yet, it increases. Raising Awareness for MPPs…
As we enjoy these perfect last days of a long-delayed summer, I wish to thank all those who attended our Annual General Meeting on August 26 at the Innisfil Lakeshore library. Our meeting was well attended including guests Deputy Mayor Lynn Dollin, former Mayor Barb Baguley, Councillor Stan Daurio and…
