Explore Lake SimcoeCreating a sustainable office space at Busch Systems
Tucked away in the south end of Barrie is a modern example of a sustainable office space that incorporates a wide range of environmental principles. Busch Systems Canada is a Barrie-local recycle and waste bin manufacturer, and the… Read More
MEC sustainable building store tour
On the morning of Feb. 9th, MEC Barrie was kind enough to host the first Explore Lake Simcoe networking event. This event gave participants the opportunity to learn about sustainable building design and to discuss environmental business philosophy… Read More
Efficiency is the key to sustainability at Big Cedar Golf
Nestled between lakefront cottages and the Lefroy airport, Big Cedar Golf and Country Club has been in operation since 1931. As a previous participant with the Audubon International program for golf courses, Big Cedar golf continues to apply… Read More
Time invested upfront leads to big payoffs for Kind Living
Within a stone’s throw of Lake Couchiching, public hiking trails and cycling routes, Kind Living yoga studio and boutique in Orillia is the embodiment of a business built upon the principles of environmental sustainability. Offering a shopping experience… Read More
Flourish Vitality Centre takes pride in reducing its carbon footprint
Environmental principles guided many of the decisions made when the owners of Flourish Vitality Centre in Barrie set out to create a welcoming, comfortable wellness studio. Studio visitors can access yoga, and other holistic services knowing that the studio… Read More
Lefroy Harbour Resorts upgrades to Clean Marine 5 Anchor Platinum
“The lake is our future” said Linda Ellery, Manager of Lefroy Harbour Resorts, as we concluded our tour of the resort in an electric golf car. Linda’s statement is reflected in the business decisions made at Lefroy Harbour… Read More
A healthy environment thrives at BLiSS Ann Green Yoga
Walking into the BLiSS Ann Green Yoga studio in Barrie, customers quickly become aware of how sustainable principles are incorporated into daily operations to create an environment that supports both human and environmental health. The décor of the… Read More
The path to sustainability
Since the July newsletter, Explore Lake Simcoe (ELS) has met with a number of businesses located in the Lake Simcoe watershed that integrate sustainability into their daily operations. The ELS project exists to work with and expand the… Read More
Learn the value of the honey bee at Dickey Bee Honey
Many businesses residing in the Lake Simcoe watershed offer activities that lend themselves to protecting and teaching others about the natural environment. Dickey Bee Honey in Innisfil is one of those businesses. During a trip to Dickey Bee… Read More
