Ask an expert about hiring global talent

Join the County of Simcoe on October 6 at 2:30 p.m. to learn about hiring global talent and the economic immigration programs businesses can use to meet their hiring needs. This information session will provide an overview of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s economic immigration programs and resources for employers looking to hire and retain […]

County of Simcoe supports local healthcare at GBGH

Georgian Bay General Hospital logo

Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) is receiving $1 million from the County of Simcoe to support local healthcare in the Midland, Penetanguishene, Tiny Township, Tay Township, Georgian Bay Township, Springwater Township and Beausoleil First Nation area. GBGH has chosen to utilize the majority of funds for the recent site construction and relocation of Dialysis services […]

Join the County of Simcoe as we Celebrate our Roots

100 years of the Simcoe County Forest

In commemoration of #NationalForestWeek in Canada, which runs September 18 to 24, residents and visitors are invited to join Warden George Cornell, County Councillors and Forestry professionals to Celebrate our Roots: 100 Years of the Simcoe County Forest. The free community event takes place at the Simcoe County Museum on September 24 from 11 a.m. […]

County of Simcoe works to support the “missing middle” in the housing spectrum

With the rising cost of living, the County of Simcoe will be pursuing a new project aimed at addressing the housing needs of middle-income residents who are struggling with housing affordability, often referred to as the “missing middle”. County Council has authorized staff to move forward with a strategy to address attainable housing across Simcoe […]

Manufacturing Innovation Summit 2022

Manufacturing Innovation Summit 2022

Save the date for October 19th from 8am-1pm at Georgian College’s Advanced Technology Centre! Invest Barrie and Simcoe County have partnered to bring together the energy of the Manufacturing Summit with the engaging conversation from the Manufacturing Forum into one event in collaboration with Georgian, Lakehead and the City of Orillia. Join industry leaders, executives, […]

County welcomes GWTA riders to the Simcoe County trail system

Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

On Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at 1:45 p.m., the County of Simcoe and Tourism Simcoe County are pleased to welcome representatives from the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail and Great Waterfront Trail Adventure (GWTA) riders as we celebrate the launch of a new connecting trail system in Simcoe County. Media and residents are invited to cheer […]

Behavioural Support Transition Unit opens at Georgian Village

Georgian Village

The County of Simcoe and the Georgian Village campus of care are pleased to announce the opening of the new Behavioural Support Transition Unit (BSTU) as an addition to its offerings at Georgian Manor in Penetanguishene. Georgian Manor also hosts respite and convalescent care support in addition to long-term care services. The first patient was […]

County provides record investment in trails connecting communities

This year, the County is investing almost $350,000 to help fund 13 projects throughout Simcoe County under the Trails Connecting Communities Program (TCCP). This 50/50 cost sharing scheme provides up to $30,000 per project, to expand, create, and/or enhance the extensive network of trails across Simcoe County. “Since 2009, when the Trails Connecting Communities Program […]

Paramedics from across the Region receive Governor General’s EMS Exemplary Service Medal

County of Simcoe Paramedics

24 Paramedics from across the District of Muskoka, County of Simcoe and the Chippewas of Rama First Nation were awarded the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medals, recognizing their years of exceptional service. The Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon was represented by Lt. Col Jean-Martin Brault from Canadian Forces […]

Tourism Destination Development Action Plan underway in Simcoe County

The County is partnering with its member municipalities, residents, tourism operators, and stakeholders to create a Destination Development action plan focused on promoting Simcoe County as a first-class travel destination. This plan will steer the County of Simcoe’s tourism role and responsibilities for the next three to five years. “Tourism is a vital part of […]