From Wasaga Beach in Ontario, along with beautiful birds and waves, I am dispatching joy, hope and positivity across Canada and beyond.
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(Please note I am not in Wasaga Beach now. This video was filmed a couple of days ago)
George Vadeboncoeur, CAO for the Town of Wasaga Beach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Craig Williams as the municipality’s new fire chief and director of emergency management. More here:
#MovingWBForward
#WasagaBeach
#allin
NEWS - Blue Rodeo and Burton Cummings to Headline Town of Wasaga Beach 50th Anniversary Celebration
Show-stopping concerts part of a two-week lineup of events that will also celebrate the grand opening of Town’s new twin-pad arena and library.
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If you own a secondary residence in Wasaga Beach and live elsewhere outside the community we ask that during the pandemic you remain at your primary home. Relocating here potentially puts an added strain on our health care resources.
#FlattenTheCurve
Today Mayor
@ninabifolchi
was at the
@simcoecounty
paramedic station on Oxbow Park Drive and later the
@WasagaBeachFire
Station 1 to present artwork created by students at
@BirchviewDunes
. The artwork contains messages of thanks to frontline workers on duty during the pandemic.
Today, members of council and staff are taking part in the YMCA’s Move to Give Fire Truck Pull at the RecPlex. Move to Give is the Y’s largest fundraiser. Funds ensure everyone can access the Y’s programs and services.
@YMCASM
#MovetoGive
@ninabifolchi
Thank you to all of our doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff working to help keep everyone safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. And thank you to store clerks, truck drivers, and everyone else involved in essential service delivery.
After 42 years with the Town of Wasaga Beach our deputy treasurer Kathy Wilson is retiring. Mayor
@ninabifolchi
and CAO George Vadeboncoeur presented Wilson with a certificate yesterday to recognize her years of service to the community.
#WasagaBeach
#MovingWBForward
BREAKING NEWS -Wasaga Beach Unveils Bold Plans, Exciting New Partner & Next Steps for Redevelopment of Town’s Iconic Beachfront. Proposed project includes 150-room boutique-style hotel, commercial shops, & residences balanced with public spaces. Read more:
The Town of Wasaga Beach is reducing the number of beachfront area municipal parking spaces by 50 percent effective immediately and by next Thursday will close the sand-covered portion of Beach Drive. Learn more here:
#WasagaBeach
Today, on behalf of the Town of Wasaga Beach, Mayor
@ninabifolchi
presented municipal law enforcement officer Devon Mundy with a certificate of appreciation in recognition of outstanding bravery and dedication.
#WasagaBeach
Wasaga Beach 🏖 is the place to be this Canada Day weekend. Cathy in our Special Events Department has the details. And remember, fireworks are at 10 p.m. Canada Day.
On behalf of council & staff, Mayor
@ninabifolchi
extends best wishes for a very happy retirement to Steve Blake, director of education for the
@SCDSB_Schools
. Mr. Blake, a resident of Wasaga Beach, is retiring after 34 years in education. 1/2
As promised, to put peoples mind at ease, put a lid on misinformation and deter bad actors, Town of Wasaga Beach Council passed a motion today calling on the Province to ban tents on the beach at Wasaga Beach Provincial Park.
We’re getting ready for the summer season in Wasaga Beach. Today, Mayor
@ninabifolchi
welcomed to the team the town’s summer municipal law enforcement staff. They’ll work along side other municipal employees to ensure residents and visitors have a safe and happy summer.
Today on behalf of council, Mayor Nina Bifolchi proclaimed July 27 to Aug. 9 as Fierte Simcoe Pride in the Town of Wasaga Beach. A flag-raising took place at town hall to mark the occasion.
#HurWOPP
would like to thank the residents of
#WasagaBeach
for their patience, support and contributions to community safety. You have undoubtedly noticed the heightened police presence this weekend as we work with the Town to ensure the safety of everyone.
#DriveLegal
^rs
STORY and VIDEO: Members of the Wasaga Beach Fire Department spend hours training each year. Learn what goes into ice water rescue training here:
@WasagaBeachFire
@WasagaFireChief
Congratulations to Jean and Rowland Brooks of Wasaga Beach on their 65th wedding anniversary. What a remarkable milestone. Mayor
@ninabifolchi
, on behalf of council, brought flowers and a certificate to the couple during a brief socially distanced front door visit this morning.
📌Please be advised there is an active unsanctioned car rally unfolding in adjacent communities.
The Town of Wasaga Beach is advising residents and visitors, for public safety reasons, to avoid areas where you may see a higher than usual police presence.
More to come.
The Town of Wasaga Beach is happy to share that local resident Mark Ruttan has donated $10,000 to the town’s twin-pad arena and library fundraising campaign. Learn more here:
#MovingWBForward
#WasagaBeach
The Town of Wasaga Beach is pleased to announce that Beach Builders Home Hardware has donated $35,000 to the town’s twin-pad arena and library fundraising campaign. Learn more here:
#MovingWBForward
#WasagaBeach
Please note that due to water surging onto Beach Drive we are closing the road. If you need to access the area on foot please park in the Playland Park Lot at 40 Mosley Street.
#WasagaBeach
Work on the Main Street Bridge Rehabilitation project has halted for the summer. The bridge is now two lanes and both sidewalks are open. It will revert to single-lane use after Labour Day so that work can resume. Thank you everyone for your patience.
#MovingWBForward
Exciting news! Our new skateboard park equipment is being installed today at the Wasaga Skate Park, 1816 Mosley St. We hope to have it ready to use around April 27.
Mayor
@ninabifolchi
and Deputy Mayor
@BraySylvia
encourage residents to use the County of Simcoe’s new bus to Barrie. The service runs Monday to Friday. You can catch the bus at the Real Canadian Superstore in Wasaga Beach.
Good morning Town of Wasaga Beach ☀️ Stay tuned this week for updates on the Wasaga Beach Archives’ next Coffee with a Historian ☕️, the opening of the Midway 🎡, six new bike racks at the beachfront 🚲🚲 and more!
#WasagaBeachLife
#theweekahead
@WasagaEvents
@WasagaBeachFire
Love was in the air at town hall this afternoon. Deputy Clerk Laura Borland conducted a marriage service for a couple. Borland observed physical distancing throughout the service. Best wishes to the newlyweds from everyone at the Town of Wasaga Beach.
#pandemicwedding
#justmarried
Today Council, representatives of Fierte Simcoe Pride and members of the Public attended Town Hall to take part in the flag raising to signify July 30 - August 12, 2018 as "Fierte Simcoe Pride" in the Town of Wasaga Beach.
#FierteSimcoePride
#WasagaBeach
BREAKING NEWS - Name of First-Ever Town of Wasaga Beach Junior A Hockey Team Revealed.
Seasons tickets are now available for all 20 regular season home games of the Wasaga River Dragons 🌊 🐉❤️
Get tickets now: WasagaRiverDragons
@gmail
.com
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UPDATE - We installed our rainbow crosswalk at Mosley and 39th streets last night. The crosswalk is in front of the Wasaga Beach Youth Centre. Learn more here:
#MovingWBForward
#WasagaBeach
#Pride
NOTICE - The Town of Wasaga Beach would like to inform the public that an unsanctioned car rally was successfully dispersed last night. Road closures, traffic diversions and traffic calming measures will remain in effect for the long weekend.
Read more 👉🏼
Earlier today, Mayor Brian Smith offered the following statement in response to unverified claims circulating on social media about Wasaga Beach Provincial Park:
Today we held our staff barbecue. Members from all departments were on hand, as well as Mayor
@ninabifolchi
and council members, along with officers from the
@OPP_CR
and Wasaga Beach Distribution. All three agencies are proud to deliver important services in our community.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
- Robert Laurence Binyon
Beach Drive is temporarily CLOSED due to high winds and water levels. Public Works is monitoring the situation. Updates to follow.
#wasagabeach
#wearyourpfd
Thank you to all participating in the Mayor's 2019 Charity Golf Challenge at Links at Georgian Sands Golf Club. Proceeds from today will go to the Canadian Mental Health Association, My Friend's House, Collingwood & District Special Olympics, and In from the Cold.
#WasagaBeach
Grade 5 students at Birchview Dunes Elementary School dropped by town hall this morning to learn about municipal government. They met with staff and Mayor
@ninabifolchi
in the council chamber. The students asked some great questions.
@BirchviewDunes
@SCDSB_Schools
#futureleaders
Do you like looking at Christmas lights? Check out our map of decorated homes and public spaces: Thanks to everyone who has shared their exterior illumination efforts with us! Merry Christmas.
#WasagaBeach
Mayor
@ninabifolchi
, on behalf of everyone at the Town of Wasaga Beach, extends her deepest sympathy to the family of the local man who suffered a COVID-19 related death. The family will be in our thoughts in the days ahead.
#WasagaBeach
Today, on behalf of council, Mayor Nina Bifolchi presented Gerry Vanderburg with a special certificate to recognize his 80th birthday. Congratulations Gerry and best wishes for the year ahead.
#MovingWBForward
#wasagabeach
Today, through the Town of Wasaga Beach’s Façade Improvement Program, Mayor
@ninabifolchi
presented $2,000 to Beach Builders Home Hardware. The new storefront looks beautiful, too! Learn more here: Thanks for all you do for our community, Home Hardware!
Mayor Nina Bifolchi and recreation/youth coordinator Josh Pallas welcomed Emma Holmes to the Town of Wasaga Beach today. Holmes is a recreation/youth assistant with the Recreation, Events, and Facilities Department. Welcome, Emma!
#WasagaBeach
#MovingWBForward
Today, the Town of Wasaga Beach and
@WasagaBeachPP
rolled out Mobi-Mats at various beachfront locations. These mats are at Beach Areas 1-5. The mats are owned by the town and managed by the provincial park with help from the town's Public Works Department. 1/2
#WasagaBeach
Mayor
@ninabifolchi
was honoured to attend on behalf of council the Wasaga Beach Cruisers’ Fun Run and Car Show on Saturday, where she presented the Mayor’s Choice Award, which went to Donald Tannybok of Caledon for his 1957 Dodge W-100 4X4 truck.
Congratulations to Colin and Marg Ballie on their 70th wedding anniversary. Mayor Nina Bifolchi visited the couple earlier today and brought best wishes on behalf of council and town staff.
#WasagaBeach
Tomorrow is a PA Day and our outdoor rink is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for public skating. The rink is next to the RecPlex at 1724 Mosley St. Bring your skates and have fun.
#wasagabeach
We’re basking in the glow of another amazing weekend of sunshine, sand in our toes, live music, good food & drink, and great company.🤳🏾🤳🏾Want some WASAGA merch? 📷📷Share your photos and videos enjoying this weekend and we will put your name in a draw for some cool WB swag! ❤️
BREAKING - Town of Wasaga Beach Scores Junior A Hockey Team
“This team will be playing their home games out of the new Wasaga Stars Arena, right here at 544 River Road West in Wasaga Beach,” said Mayor Brian Smith.
Read the full release:
You do not want to miss this exciting fun packed weekend with a world class airshow featuring the Snowbirds, CF-18 demo jet, SkyHawks parachute team and aerobatic performers. Airshow begins at 2 p.m. each day. Visit for details.
BREAKING NEWS - Illegal Car Rally Expected
Mayor Brian Smith warns: “Come to enjoy the last long weekend of summer in
#WasagaBeach
, but leave your modified vehicles at home. Modified vehicles will not be permitted to enter our municipality this weekend.”
Extreme cold warning for Wasaga Beach. Residents looking for shelter are encouraged to attend any municipal facility on Friday during normal operating hours. Those looking for overnight accommodation may attend the Recreation Hall at the Arena. For more info call 705-429-5281
Mayor
@ninabifolchi
hosted the Second Wasaga Cubs at town hall Tuesday night. The cubs learned about municipal government, had a chance to ask the mayor questions, and even got to try on the mayor’s chain of office. Thanks for stopping by kids.
#wasagabeach
A ground breaking for our community’s new twin-pad arena and library took place today, as well as the official launch of the fundraising campaign for the project, including a special announcement of a $1-million donation by Zancor Homes.
#MovingWBForward
On behalf of council and staff, Mayor
@ninabifolchi
extends deepest sympathy to Her Majesty The Queen on the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. Flags at town facilities are at half-mast.
@RoyalFamily
Wasaga Beach has a new mural! Future Day, an area business, created this beautiful mural on the blank wall of the Wasaga Beach Archive at 140 Main Street. The town commissioned Future Day to create this gorgeous work. Stop by and check it out.
#MovingWBForward
#WasagaBeach
Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Mayor Brian Smith and council members met with My Friend's House representatives to mark the occasion. In addition, the town will fly the purple Courage flag. 1/2
Today,
@WasagaBeachFire
designated three local youth as Chief for a Day. The youth were selected through the department's Chief for a Day contest. To enter the contest, local youth had to submit a Home Escape Plan and practice it with family.
#fireprevention
Congratulations to the
@BeyondBooksWBPL
on the unveiling of its new Bookmobile today. Mayor
@ninabifolchi
and members of council were on hand for the official ribbon-cutting this morning. Watch the library website to learn when the Bookmobile will be in your neighbourhood.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them. - Laurence Binyon
#CanadaRemembers
#WasagaRemembers
Our new pumper truck is now in service at Fire Station 1. The Pierce, Sabre 7024 truck replaced another truck at the end of its lifespan. The $615,000 vehicle will provide fire suppression services when needed throughout Wasaga Beach, helping keep our community safe. 1/2