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On The Water

When storm clouds gathered, four Barrie Marina boaters assisted in rescue of two rafters, one kiteboarder

by John Devine on June 11, 2020

Barrie Police Service offers some safe-summer boating and travelling tips

by John Devine on June 28, 2019

Lifeguards return to Barrie beaches, City reminds boaters of restrictions during airshow

by John Devine on June 28, 2019

Making waves – September days, Kempenfelt Bay, Barrie

by John Devine on September 12, 2018

Boating council join Barrie police in Operation Dry Water

by John Devine on August 8, 2018

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