The Rotary Club of Barrie is proud to celebrate another successful year of the Festival of Trees, with Bob Greer recently presenting a cheque for $40,000 to the Club in support of local community initiatives.
For many Barrie residents, the Festival of Trees has become a familiar part of the holiday season. Each year, the waterfront along Lakeshore Drive is transformed into a festive display of lights enjoyed by thousands throughout the winter months. What many people may not know is that the display is organized through the Rotary Club of Barrie in partnership with generous community sponsors.
The lights are officially turned on during the Santa Claus Parade and remain illuminated well into the winter season. Beyond creating a festive atmosphere, the Festival of Trees also plays an important role in supporting Rotary’s charitable work in Barrie. Sponsorships throughout the park help fund community projects and programs that make a direct local impact.
With approximately 16,000 vehicles travelling Lakeshore Drive daily, sponsor signage receives significant community visibility throughout the display period, making the initiative both a meaningful community partnership and a successful fundraising effort.
The Rotary Club of Barrie would like to recognize Bob Greer and all volunteers, sponsors, and organizers whose time and dedication continue to make the Festival of Trees possible each year. Their efforts help turn a holiday tradition into lasting support for the Barrie community.