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Orillia is “the next wave” says real estate expert
Posted on Friday, June 06, 2014 05:00 AM
Orillia Packet and Times
Orillia has slipped from first to 11th place in the province for development interest, but will rebound in the coming years, said the author of the Top Ontario Investment Towns report.
Don Campbell, senior analyst of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN), which studies 118 towns in Ontario, said the slip is not bad news; it’s just Orillia has lagged behind Barrie, a development hotspot ,the past few years.
“Orillia is still in a tremendous spot. If you are No. 11 out...

New hospital CEO welcomes change
Posted on Thursday, June 05, 2014 08:00 PM
Orillia Packet and Times
Pat Campbell, incoming chief executive officer of Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH), says the hospital is getting ready to use electronic health records to create a seamless approach to health care in the hospital and the community.
“Creating a seamless system, so it’s not so challenging for the care providers in the different parts of the system to remain connected and communicate with each other, is an exciting part of our next step here at (OSMH),” she said.
Notice of Application and Public Meeting for Draft Plan of Subdivision
Posted on Wednesday, June 04, 2014 08:00 PM
TAKE NOTICE that an application has been received from 2074202 Ontario Inc. (Landen Homes) for a proposed Draft Plan of Subdivision (File No.43T-14-601) pursuant to the provisions of the Planning Act, as outlined below.
AND TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Orillia will hold a Public Meeting on Thursday, July 24th, 2014, at 5:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, Orillia City Centre, 50 Andrew Street South, to consider this application by 2074202 Ontario Inc. (Landen...

Notice of the passing of a New Comprehensive Zoning by-law 2014-44
Posted on Wednesday, June 04, 2014 08:00 PM
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Orillia passed By-law Number 2014-44 on the 2nd day of June, 2014, under Sections 34, 36 and 39 of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter P. 13, as amended.
AND TAKE NOTICE THAT only individuals, corporations and public bodies may appeal a Zoning By-law to the Ontario Municipal Board. A Notice of Appeal may not be filed by an unincorporated association or group. However, a Notice of Appeal may be filed in the name of an individual who...

Success is 66 years of great service and amazing people
Posted on Monday, June 02, 2014 10:00 AM
Like the automotive industry it serves, Parry Automotive has deftly adapted to shifting times and changing technology to remain an industry leader 66 years after it opened its doors on Dunedin Street.
John and Edith Parry started Parry Automotive in 1948 and focused on engine rebuilding. It was an era in which engines lasted 50,000 miles; there was lots of work to be had.
In 1956, Peter Van Kessel started working part-time for the Parrys; he had just turned 17 and dreamed of becoming a mechanic.