Barrie Reddit Hot Posts | September 1, 2026
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r/Barrie top discussions in the past 24 hours (September 1, 2026)
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1. Safe areas
Original English title:Safe areas
Post content summary:hi all. moving to barry on october for a contract job at the hospital. i didn’t want to sign an apartment one year lease so i found a room in a house around Duckworth and Rose St. that is month to month. i’m planning to
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hi all. moving to barry on october for a contract job at the hospital. i didn’t want to sign an apartment one year lease so i found a room in a house around Duckworth and Rose St. that is month to month. i’m planning to just walk to work and back home before winter hits. is this area safe? if not, where should i look a
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- Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to B
EN: Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to Barrie, like national news or general chit-chat * Questions a - Barrie is very safe overall, only area you might not love is the downtown which has a fair bit of drug zombies. It's a great city. Enjoy
EN: Barrie is very safe overall, only area you might not love is the downtown which has a fair bit of drug zombies. It's a great city. Enjoy - Jesus man, you're not moving to the Detroit ghetto. you'll be fine.
EN: Jesus man, you're not moving to the Detroit ghetto. you'll be fine. - It is a safe area to walk around, my younger brother (19) walks around the area to the hospital frequently (our mom works there lol). You should be alright. I d
EN: It is a safe area to walk around, my younger brother (19) walks around the area to the hospital frequently (our mom works there lol). You should be alright. I don’t think there’s a high rate of car theft- tho I’m not in
2. Barrie lifers: do you remember anyone calling part of Johnson Street “Grasshopper Lane”? (East End)
Original English title:Barrie lifers: do you remember anyone calling part of Johnson Street “Grasshopper Lane”? (East End)
Post content summary:Someone told me the stretch of Johnson Street between Steel and Grove used to be an overgrown walkway through fields, and that people — maybe kids specifically? — locally called it Grasshopper Lane . I can verify that th
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Someone told me the stretch of Johnson Street between Steel and Grove used to be an overgrown walkway through fields, and that people — maybe kids specifically? — locally called it Grasshopper Lane . I can verify that the area was still pretty rural/agricultural before the East End filled in; a 1978 aerial shows fields
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- Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to B
EN: Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to Barrie, like national news or general chit-chat * Questions a - I was born and raised in the east end of (1978) played in areas all over the east end. I have never know it to be called this
EN: I was born and raised in the east end of (1978) played in areas all over the east end. I have never know it to be called this - Seconded ('87) - my childhood home is very nearly in this picture.
EN: Seconded ('87) - my childhood home is very nearly in this picture.
3. Infinity Zero House
Original English title:Infinity Zero House
Post content summary:so Infinity Zero House was a punk house in Barrie and i just wanna know: is it still active? like i heard nobody talk about it but if anyone on here knows if it's still active, thanks in advance
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so Infinity Zero House was a punk house in Barrie and i just wanna know: is it still active? like i heard nobody talk about it but if anyone on here knows if it's still active, thanks in advance
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- Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to B
EN: Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to Barrie, like national news or general chit-chat * Questions a - I think you posted this in r/punk a few days ago? Interested in seeing responses myself, since that was the first I'd heard of it...
EN: I think you posted this in r/punk a few days ago? Interested in seeing responses myself, since that was the first I'd heard of it... - yeah i did, just wanted to see what the fine people of Barrie think
EN: yeah i did, just wanted to see what the fine people of Barrie think - R.I.P. in peace infinity zero
EN: R.I.P. in peace infinity zero
4. Dead parents club? Support groups?
Original English title:Dead parents club? Support groups?
Post content summary:I’m wondering if anyone knows about groups that gather to support each-other/share feelings in Barrie for young adults that lost their parents? (Ideally 35 and under). I have done the young adult parent loss program with
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I’m wondering if anyone knows about groups that gather to support each-other/share feelings in Barrie for young adults that lost their parents? (Ideally 35 and under). I have done the young adult parent loss program with hospice and asked to join their art program but they said I can’t because it’s been a year since my
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- Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to B
EN: Just a reminder that we have a Monthly Community Thread where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. * Stuff that isn't directly related to Barrie, like national news or general chit-chat * Questions a - I don't know of any groups but I just wanted to say I'm really sorry, and I hope things get better for you
EN: I don't know of any groups but I just wanted to say I'm really sorry, and I hope things get better for you
5. Beautiful evening on the Bay
Original English title:Beautiful evening on the Bay
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6. Free flixbus pass
Original English title:Free flixbus pass
Post content summary:If anyone wants a free flixbus ticket friday am headed west end of the line port elgin I can give you one. Rescheduled and I get no money back from it if I cancel. No return ticket
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If anyone wants a free flixbus ticket friday am headed west end of the line port elgin I can give you one. Rescheduled and I get no money back from it if I cancel. No return ticket
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7. Looking for escape room recommendations! Or anything else to do in the rain tomorrow
Original English title:Looking for escape room recommendations! Or anything else to do in the rain tomorrow
Post content summary:Hello! We’re visiting for a few days from Northern Ontario and were hoping to go to Wet N Wild tomorrow but it looks like we’ll be stormed out so are now looking for an escape room or other indoor activities. Please give
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Hello! We’re visiting for a few days from Northern Ontario and were hoping to go to Wet N Wild tomorrow but it looks like we’ll be stormed out so are now looking for an escape room or other indoor activities. Please give any suggestions! We’re all adults but ideally not TOO horror, if you have specific room recommendat
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8. Man charged with impaired as vehicle falls apart on roadway: police - Barrie News
Original English title:Man charged with impaired as vehicle falls apart on roadway: police - Barrie News
Post content summary:A 54 year old Scarborough man has been charged with impaired.
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A 54 year old Scarborough man has been charged with impaired.
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9. Seamstress Recommendations
Original English title:Seamstress Recommendations
Post content summary:Hello everyone! I have a wedding coming up this month and I’m looking for a reputable seamstress in the Barrie area . I need to have my bridesmaid dress tailored and would love some recommendations from people who have h
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Hello everyone! I have a wedding coming up this month and I’m looking for a reputable seamstress in the Barrie area . I need to have my bridesmaid dress tailored and would love some recommendations from people who have had a great experience! Please let me know your recommendations. Thank you!
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10. Here's what Barrie - Innisfil MPP Andrea Khanjin is focused on instead of answering our calls for INCREASED public transportation. Loser behaviour.
Original English title:Here's what Barrie - Innisfil MPP Andrea Khanjin is focused on instead of answering our calls for INCREASED public transportation. Loser behaviour.
Post content summary:Cutting Metrolinx services to spend millions tearing down newly installed bicycle lanes that move people along for free. She hasn't said a word regarding the continued gutting of the Barrie line though. Might want to con
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Cutting Metrolinx services to spend millions tearing down newly installed bicycle lanes that move people along for free. She hasn't said a word regarding the continued gutting of the Barrie line though. Might want to consider voting for people who don't actively make our lives worse. Here's how to contact her: Constitu
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11. Balayage or Ombre Hair
Original English title:Balayage or Ombre Hair
Post content summary:Hello! Wondering if anyone knows of/had good experience with any salons in Barrie or surrounding that has done a good balayage or ombre color dye? Also curious of the price point or roughly how much you spent if you dont
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Hello! Wondering if anyone knows of/had good experience with any salons in Barrie or surrounding that has done a good balayage or ombre color dye? Also curious of the price point or roughly how much you spent if you dont mind sharing!
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12. Barrie: Tell Metrolinx we are NOT okay with these continued GO train service cuts
Original English title:Barrie: Tell Metrolinx we are NOT okay with these continued GO train service cuts
Post content summary:Metrolinx’s Board of Directors meets September 10, and this is our opportunity to make sure they hear directly from Barrie residents. Per the website Board Meeting section, emails and letters received at least 24 hours b
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Metrolinx’s Board of Directors meets September 10, and this is our opportunity to make sure they hear directly from Barrie residents. Per the website Board Meeting section, emails and letters received at least 24 hours before the meeting will be provided to the Board. The Barrie Line has already been gutted compared wi
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13. Stolen Wheelchair Ramp - Hickling Tr.
Original English title:Stolen Wheelchair Ramp - Hickling Tr.
Post content summary:https://preview.redd.it/9m1gmazguwmh1.png?width=859&format=png&auto=webp&s=cb921075aeb503196231a3de1d671b8cdcbdc9d4 I can't believe someone stole this persons wheelchair ramp right from their house...
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https://preview.redd.it/9m1gmazguwmh1.png?width=859&format=png&auto=webp&s=cb921075aeb503196231a3de1d671b8cdcbdc9d4 I can't believe someone stole this persons wheelchair ramp right from their house...
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14. Predator in Barrie. It’s the people you know and least suspect.
Original English title:Predator in Barrie. It’s the people you know and least suspect.
Post content summary:CTV news link: https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/video/2026/08/31/barrie-man-facing-charges-in-lengthy-human-trafficking-investigation/ Arrest made in human trafficking investigation PUBLISHED ON: AUG 31, 2026 | CATEGORIES:
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CTV news link: https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/video/2026/08/31/barrie-man-facing-charges-in-lengthy-human-trafficking-investigation/ Arrest made in human trafficking investigation PUBLISHED ON: AUG 31, 2026 | CATEGORIES: MEDIA RELEASE Members of the Barrie Police Service Human Trafficking Unit have laid charges against
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15. September Pathfinder Gameday
Original English title:September Pathfinder Gameday
Post content summary:Good morning everyone! I run a monthly Pathfinder Society gameday at Sir Games-a-Lot in the Bayfield Mall. Pathfinder 2e is a fun tabletop roleplaying game (like D&D) and games take 3-4 hours to play. There is no cost to
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Good morning everyone! I run a monthly Pathfinder Society gameday at Sir Games-a-Lot in the Bayfield Mall. Pathfinder 2e is a fun tabletop roleplaying game (like D&D) and games take 3-4 hours to play. There is no cost to play and no experience is necessary. We will have pre-generated characters you can pick up and use,
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16. Monthly Community Thread
Original English title:Monthly Community Thread
Post content summary:Welcome to the r/Barrie monthly community thread, where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. This post will be replaced on the 1st of each month. This is where you can share: Stuff that isn't directl
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Welcome to the r/Barrie monthly community thread, where we relax the rules about advertising and off-topic posts. This post will be replaced on the 1st of each month. This is where you can share: Stuff that isn't directly related to Barrie, like national news or general chit-chat Questions about local businesses and se
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17. Barrie woman says man pointed knife at her on GO Train | NOW Toronto
Original English title:Barrie woman says man pointed knife at her on GO Train | NOW Toronto
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