BNI Business By The Bay - Chapter in Barrie

10/10/2026

Happy Thanksgiving weekend from BNI Business By The Bay! 🍁

We’re grateful for the people who show up, share ideas, make introductions, and support one another throughout the year. Wishing our members, visitors, and Barrie business community a wonderful long weekend.

10/08/2026

We’re happy to see our member Keith Tribe of Rustic Works taking part in the Images Thanksgiving Studio Tour this weekend! 🍂

If you’re exploring the area, stop by, meet Keith, and see his woodworking in person. Wishing you a great weekend, Keith!

10/07/2026

A morning filled with learning, leadership and meaningful connections at BNI Business by the Bay – Barrie!

From Valerie’s wonderful presentation to our leadership team sharing the chapter’s goals for the year ahead, we’re excited about what’s coming.

Want to grow your business through referrals? DM us to attend an upcoming meeting as our guest!

10/05/2026

Join us this Wednesday, October 7, as we hear from Valerie Vautour of Foundation BTS, sharing her knowledge and experience in IT and Networks.

It’s another great opportunity to learn, make meaningful connections and grow together at BNI Business by the Bay – Barrie.

Interested in attending as a visitor? Send us a DM—we’d be happy to welcome you!

10/01/2026

A great morning of connections, learning and supporting local businesses at BNI Business by the Bay!

We heard from our presenters, Devan Craft of Craft Auto Repair Services and Lyndon Lichty of Absolute Insurance Brokers, and welcomed our newest member, Courtney Schaffernicht.

Thank you to our visitors, presenters and members for making the meeting a success!

09/30/2026

We’re excited to welcome Courtney Schaffernicht to BNI Business by the Bay!

Courtney represents Residential Mortgages through Mortgage with Courtney | Tango Financial. We look forward to getting to know her better, learning more about her business, and building meaningful connections together.

Welcome to the chapter, Courtney!

09/29/2026

Tomorrow’s meeting is all about learning, connection, and supporting local businesses! 🎤

We’re excited to hear from our featured speakers:

🔴 Lyndon Lichty — Absolute Insurance Brokers
🔴 Devan Craft — Craft Auto Repair Services

Join BNI Business by the Bay for a morning of valuable insights, meaningful conversations, and new business connections.

📅 Wednesday, September 30, 2026

09/23/2026

We wanted to share that BNI Lake Country in Orillia is now looking for its next Mortgage Broker to fill this exclusive seat.

We are looking for someone who is driven to make a difference, has a strong network, and is excited to both pass and receive referrals to help grow their business and support fellow BNI members.

BNI Lake Country meets in person every Wednesday at 7:00 AM.

If you feel this opportunity would be a great fit for you, we would love to invite you to visit us on September 24th or September 30th to experience a meeting firsthand.

Please register using the link below:

https://bni-ocn.com/ont--central-north-bni-lake-country/en-CA/visitorregistration?chapterId=17317

Don't wait. Opportunities like this rarely become available and tend to fill quickly!

Visitor Registration,BNI

09/20/2026

Meet this week’s featured speakers at BNI Business by the Bay! 🎤

Premila Keating of Stressnot Massage Inc. and Richard Turner of Modern PURAIR Barrie will be sharing more about their businesses this Wednesday.

Join us for a morning of learning, meaningful conversations, and new business connections. If you’re a business owner in Barrie interested in growing through referrals, we’d love to welcome you as our guest!

📅 Wednesday, September 23

09/18/2026

A few more moments from an amazing Visitor Day at BNI Business by the Bay!

It was a morning filled with great conversations, new connections, and opportunities to build meaningful business relationships.

If you’re a business owner in Barrie looking to grow through genuine connections and referrals, we’d love to welcome you as our guest at an upcoming meeting.

09/16/2026

What a wonderful Visitor Day! 🎉

A big thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the morning such a success. It was great meeting new people, building genuine connections, and sharing ideas with our local business community.

We hope to see you again soon!

08/14/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Brad Sproxton, a valued member of the BNI Simcoe Advantage Chapter, where he proudly held the Commercial Insurance seat since 2023.

Brad was the kind of person who made an immediate impression on everyone he met. Known for his warm smile, positive energy, and genuine kindness, he had a remarkable ability to light up every room he entered. His generosity extended far beyond business, as he consistently supported the chapter's not-for-profit initiatives and contributed to many fundraising efforts for members' children and families.

Those who knew Brad will remember him not only for his professionalism, but for his caring nature, willingness to help others, and the lasting relationships he built within the community.

He will be deeply missed by the many lives he touched.

Memorial Visitation
Thursday, August 20, 2026
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Taylor Funeral Home
524 Davis Drive, Newmarket

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Brad's loved ones during this difficult time.

Rest peacefully, Brad. Your kindness and generosity will not be forgotten.

View Kenneth Bradley Sproxton’s obituary and additional information. Share your memories and condolences.

07/09/2026

Congratulations to BNI Upper Canada on the successful launch of BNI OCN’s newest chapter!

We're excited to welcome 25 incredible founding professionals from the Newmarket area who are building a strong network of collaboration, referrals, and business growth.

In just 6 weeks, the chapter will be opening its doors to visitors. If you're looking to connect with local business leaders and grow your network, now is the perfect time to see who's already part of this dynamic new chapter.

Check out the chapter members here:
https://bni-ocn.com/en-CA/chapterdetail?chapterId=KtHRJ3wsSASQTbujX97giQ%3D%3D&name=BNI+BNI+Upper+Canada

Here's to the beginning of many great relationships and business success. Welcome, BNI Upper Canada! 👏

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day from BNI OCN!🇨🇦🍁🇨🇦

07/01/2026

2 BNI OCN members at the Gilda's Club Simcoe Muskoka walk today.

06/29/2026

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✨ Please join us in welcoming Carolle Hilton of A. G. Secure Homewatch Inc. to BNI Spirit Catchers!

Carolle holds our Home Inspection / Home Monitoring seat and brings an incredibly valuable service to our chapter and community. Through A. G. Secure Homewatch Inc., she supports homeowners by monitoring vacant or unoccupied properties while owners are away, providing peace of mind and consistent oversight.

Her services include detailed documentation of each visit, including when the property was checked, the conditions observed, and any actions taken. Beyond home monitoring, Carolle also helps ensure properties are maintained year-round with seasonal care, supporting both insurance requirements and municipal by-law compliance.

We are excited to have Carolle’s professionalism, reliability, and commitment to protecting homes as part of Spirit Catchers, and we look forward to the connections and collaborations ahead.

Welcome to the chapter, Carolle! 🏡💙✨

06/24/2026

Barrie Business Owners – We're Growing!

A brand-new BNI chapter is forming in Barrie and will be meeting every Tuesday at 7:00 AM.

If you're looking to grow your business through referrals, build meaningful relationships with other local professionals, and become part of a supportive business community, we'd love to connect with you!

We're currently looking for motivated business professionals from a variety of industries who are ready to grow their network and their business.

Interested in learning more?

Email Jessica at [email protected]

Or tag a business owner who should know about this opportunity!

05/23/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Patricia Dent

Topic: AI vs. Keyword Approach

Patricia Dent provides coaching, training, and a supportive community for entrepreneurs at every stage of business—from startup to exit planning. Her mission is to help business owners avoid costly mistakes, become profitable sooner, and gain the support needed to confidently navigate challenges.

A current board member and past president of the Barrie Chamber, co-founder of Xcelerate Summit and Small Business Connect, Patricia brings extensive experience in business growth and strategy. In this session, she’ll explore the evolving world of AI and keyword strategies, helping entrepreneurs understand how to adapt and stay ahead in a changing business landscape.

Purchase your tickets here: https://bni-ocn.com/en-CA/eventdetails?eventId=zmgEfOkSOVVdoQbFW9%2Ffkw%3D%3D

05/22/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Paul Kiss

Topic: Listening That Multiplies: Turning Conversations Into Growth
How better listening builds trust, strengthens relationships, and drives more referrals

With 30+ years of leadership experience, Paul Kiss is a certified coach and workshop facilitator who has led interpersonal skills training across multiple countries and organizations. His passion is helping people create meaningful transformation through stronger communication and connection.

In this session, Paul will share how becoming a better listener can strengthen relationships, build trust, and create more opportunities for growth and referrals. Because great conversations don’t just connect people—they create lasting impact.

Purchase your tickets here: https://bni-ocn.com/en-CA/eventdetails?eventId=zmgEfOkSOVVdoQbFW9%2Ffkw%3D%3D