Midland's first Tourism Day Conference set for November 3 at the Cultural Centre
The Town of Midland and Tourism Simcoe County are hosting a one-day tourism conference on Nov. 3, with tickets now on sale at $30 and only 100 seats available.
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Simcoe County paramedic among 11 honoured with Ontario Medal for Paramedic Bravery
An off-duty Simcoe County paramedic who dragged an injured OPP officer out of traffic on Horseshoe Valley Road is among 11 recipients of the province's Medal for Paramedic Bravery.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 3 min read
Snowbirds return and first twilight show headline 2026 Barrie Airshow
The Snowbirds are coming back to Kempenfelt Bay this June, headlining a Barrie Airshow that will also feature the event's first-ever twilight performance and a Saturday fireworks finale.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 3 min read
Orillia library lines up March Break movie days, Mario events and Seedy Saturday
The Orillia Public Library has a week of themed March Break programming planned, along with adult art sessions, an author talk and a seed swap before the month is out.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 2 min read
Arts Orillia brings back sold-out Showcase gala with 'A Night to Ignite the Arts' at the Opera House
The fundraiser returns April 24 to the Gordon Lightfoot Stage, with guests seated onstage for dinner and performances in support of youth arts programming across Simcoe County.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 2 min read
South African-Inspired Performance Umsamo Comes to Orillia Opera House Feb. 27
Award-winning performance-maker Mafa Makhubalo brings Umsamo, a blend of song, drum and dance rooted in South African tradition, to the Orillia Opera House for one night on Feb. 27, alongside student drum and dance workshops across Simcoe-area schools.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 3 min read
Orillia restaurant to become pop-up wedding chapel on Valentine's Day
Three Orillia wedding officiants are turning a private dining room at FARE restaurant into a temporary chapel, offering couples an all-inclusive ceremony day on Feb. 14.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 3 min read
Province gives Georgian College $1 million to expand Barrie simulation and prototyping centre
Georgian College is getting $1 million from the Ontario Research Fund to expand its Centre of Industrial Simulation and Prototyping, part of a $47-million provincial announcement made in Barrie on Wednesday.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 3 min read
Orillia's Kiwanis Music Festival opens submissions for 2026 season
Musicians of all ages can now sign up for the 2026 Kiwanis Music Festival in Orillia, with the first entry deadline set for the end of January.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 2 min read
Wasaga Beach to host GMHL All-Star Event Jan. 13 at Wasaga Stars Arena
The Greater Metro Junior A Hockey League's all-star showcase comes to Wasaga Beach on Tuesday, with 12 River Dragons players selected to take part.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 2 min read
Colt for a Day returns to Sadlon Arena Feb. 15 for 21st year
Young Barrie and-area hockey players will get the chance to train like Barrie Colts next month at the 21st annual Colt for a Day event, which raises money for local charities.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 2 min read
Orillia picked to host 'rare and magical' Nashville Takeover this summer
Orillia is one of just 13 communities across Canada selected to host a three-day Nashville Takeover, Aug. 28-30, featuring intimate songwriter performances at venues across the city.
By Simcoe Voice Staff · 3 min read