Midhurst/December 12, 2023 – The County of Simcoe, City of Barrie and community partners have finalized plans to enhance the Barrie Community Breakfast Program in downtown Barrie as a temporary one-year program.
An enhanced Community Breakfast Program will be offered 7 days-a-week, between the hours of 8 and 9 a.m.
Program locations include:
- Trinity Anglican Church (24 Collier St, Barrie) – offering the program indoors between October and May
- Collier Street United Church (112 Collier Street, Barrie) – offering the program outdoors between June and September
This program is made possible through one-time funding partnership between the County of Simcoe and City of Barrie. This funding will augment generous community donations, which are needed to ensure the program continues.
The Community Breakfast Program is coordinated by a coalition of community partners, including Ryan’s Hope, and the churches of Burton Avenue United Church, Collier Street United Church, Grace United Church, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church, First Christian Reformed Church, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and Trinity Anglican Church.
Quotes:
“On behalf of County Council, we thank all our community partners for stepping up and helping us support our most vulnerable residents. At the County level, we continue to fund and implement programs that build up our communities and the lives of our residents, centred on supporting individuals, programs and services that need our support the most. » ~ Simcoe County Warden Basil Clarke
“It is with collaborative effort between our compassionate community partners, The City of Barrie, and the County of Simcoe, that we’re able to enhance the Community Breakfast Program in Barrie. This initiative shows the collective impact of a united community, and I extend my deepest gratitude to all involved for their commitment to ensuring that everyone in our city feels the warmth of a shared meal. » ~ Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall
“The Barrie Breakfast Coalition is thrilled to receive this funding to continue to support our community members experiencing homelessness and food insecurity with a healthy breakfast. This support is a powerful affirmation of our shared commitment to compassion and social responsibility. » ~ Community Partners Coalition
About County of Simcoe
County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.
About the City of Barrie
Barrie is an exciting, caring and progressive community that 153,000 people call home. Situated 90 km north of the Greater Toronto Area on beautiful Kempenfelt Bay, Barrie offers an excellent lifestyle and multitude of recreational opportunities. The City is committed to the growth of prosperity of Central Ontario’s leading City and most dynamic waterfront community. Learn more at www.barrie.ca.
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CONTACTS:
Jennifer Straw
Senior Public Relations Consultant
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-790-5979 (mobile)
Jennifer.Straw@simcoe.ca
Collin Matanowitsch
Manager, Public Relations
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-734-8386 (mobile)
Collin.Matanowitsch@simcoe.ca