Land Acknowledgement
The BSOM EDA acknowledges the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg people, which include the Odawa, Ojibwe, and Pottawatomi Nations collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy. We also acknowledge the Wendat Nation (Huron) who occupied these lands prior to the middle of the 17th century.
We are dedicated to honouring Indigenous history and culture and recognize the enduring presence of Indigenous peoples on this land. We are committed to moving forward in the spirit of reconciliation and respect with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit People.
About Us
Doug Shipley
Doug Shipley is honoured to serve as the Member of Parliament for Barrie—Springwater—Oro-Medonte in his third term, having been first elected in 2019 during the 43rd General Election, and re-elected in the 44th General Election in 2021 and the 45th General Election in 2025.
Doug has resided in the riding for over 35 years, where he and his wife Lisa have raised their two sons Wyatt and Luke.
Prior to being elected as a Member of Parliament, Doug served three consecutive terms on Barrie City Council. In this role, he gained experience as Chair of Finance and Corporate Services, Chair of the Infrastructure, Investment, and Development Services Committee, and Deputy Chair of the Barrie Police Services Board. He also sat on several committees, including the Barrie and Area Physician Recruitment Task Force.
Doug has successfully owned and operated a small business for over 25 years. He is dedicated to his community and the organizations that serve it. Local issues have always been Doug’s focus. In his limited spare time, he enjoys playing pickleball, exploring local hiking trails with his family and their dog Ollie, and partaking in many other outdoor activities that are abundant in Barrie–Springwater–Oro-Medonte.
In Ottawa, Doug has been selected to serve as the Associate Shadow Minister for Combatting Crime in Canada’s 45th Parliament. Previously Doug served as the Associate Shadow Minister for Public Safety and the Deputy Shadow Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion in Canada's 44th Parliament. Doug also served on the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security and on the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, where he worked to ensure the safety and security of all Canadians.
Doug is honoured to represent the people of Barrie–Springwater–Oro-Medonte in Ottawa and is a strong voice for the riding on the Hill.
Message From Our Riding Association President: Shawn Scott
As a member of the Conservative Party of Canada you are not only a member of a National Political organization, you are also a member of your local Conservative Electoral District Association (EDA)
The 343 EDAs across the country represent each local riding and are there to give members a local grass roots association where they can meet and discuss matters of interest.
In our EDA of Barrie—Springwater—Oro-Medonte, we are fortunate to have a large membership base and a group of individuals who manage the association through our Executive and Board of Directors.
Should you wish to be more involved by serving on our Board or a committee please feel free to let us know.
Thank you for your support, and I look forward to seeing you at our next event.