Just an hour north of Toronto, Barrie is a vibrant lakeside city on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay. Its beautiful waterfront features sandy beaches, walking trails, and family parks. Summer events like Kempenfest, one of Canada’s largest arts and crafts festivals, bring the community together.

Barrie’s downtown offers cozy cafes, local shops, and cultural hubs like the MacLaren Art Centre and Five Points Theatre. In winter, residents enjoy nearby ski hills, including Snow Valley and Horseshoe Resort.

Despite its growth, Barrie retains small-town charm, making it an increasingly popular place to live, work, and explore.