Building Services staff are doing everything possible to keep the building process moving in these unprecedented times. All construction is permitted. Please refer to the latest Building Services Announcement for detailed information.

Staff continue to take reports regarding by-law enforcement at (705) 739-4241 or enforcement.services@barrie.ca. The Barrie COVID-19 Emergency Measures By-law helps protect the health and safety of residents. For full information visit barrie.ca/bylaws.

Outstanding parking tickets can be paid via barrie.ca/OnlineServices.

City road construction projects are generally proceeding as scheduled at this time. Please refer to the specific projects via barrie.ca/roadwork for detailed information.

City construction projects can continue as part of the Provincial regulations declared on January 12. 

We have ensured that all our City construction contractors have implemented COVID-19 safety protocol. Construction workers working on City projects are limiting contact with each other and additional hand sanitizers and wipes have been made available to them. No meetings are being held inside construction trailers, instead site meetings are being conducted via teleconference.

City staff (project managers, inspectors) involved in these projects are also following appropriate distancing and sanitizing protocols. The safety of City staff and our contractors is of utmost importance.

On March 19, 2020, the Province of Ontario passed the Municipal Emergency Act, 2020 to permit virtual participation in council, committee or local board meetings.

City Council, General Committee, Planning Commitee, and reference committee​ meetings are being livestreamed on the City's YouTube channel and Rogers TV. Upcoming virtual meetings are open for public participation. Information about how to participate in virtual meetings is outlined at Communicating wiith Council.

Advisory committee meetings are being livestreamed on the City's YouTube channel​.

Meeting agendas are available at barrie.legistar.com.​

Provincial Offences Act Offices (45 Cedar Pointe Dr. & 575 West St. in Orillia) are closed. Visit barrie.ca/CourtServices for full information.

Traffic Violations and other Provincial Offences Act tickets can be paid via barrie.ca/OnlineServices.

Fire & Emergency Service

• Barrie Fire response times are not impacted. Stations are closed to the public.
• Outdoor burning permits are available for purchase online only via barrie.ca/BurnPermits.
• Fire safety education events and activities, including station tours, are temporarily suspended.
• Fire Inspections for building permit purposes continue for non-occupied structures only, following public health standards. If an Emergency inspection situation should arise, it would be assessed on a case by case basis by the Fire Chief and would have to follow public health standards.
• Fire Prevention Officers are available to follow up on violations using photographs and video. They can be reached by phone or email: (705) 728-3199 or fire.prevention@barrie.ca .

Barrie Police Service

BPS is providing updates on how their response to COVID-19 will affect the public. The public is assured that the 911 system continues uninterrupted. Visit barriepolice.ca/bps-covid-19-updates for up-to-date information.

Special Event permits are not being issued for third-party events taking place on municipal property while the stay-at-home order is in effect. Permit applications will be accepted for future events and will be considered when the order has been lifted. These events will be subject to provincial and municipal requirements applicable at that time and must have a COVID-19 safety plan that has been reviewed by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.

Meeting/event spaces are closed with limited exceptions for childcare and day camps, court services, government services, and mental health and addiction support services. There may only be a maximum of 10 people if spaces are open for these specified services.

For more information, please contact the Special Events Office at events@barrie.ca or (705) 739-4285.

Curbside collection is occurring as scheduled. Visit barrie.ca/CurbsideCollection for full information.

The landfill (272 Ferndale Dr. N.) is open Tuesday to Saturday with a reduced capacity (10 vehicles at a time). Please wear a mask and keep 2 metres from anyone else while visiting the landfill. Visit barrie.ca/landfill for full details.

The Household Hazardous Waste Facility (272 Ferndale Dr. N.) is open on Saturdays only. Please wear a mask and keep 2 metres from anyone else while visiting thefacility. Visit barrie.ca/HHW for details.

The Environmental Centre (272 Ferndale Dr. N.) remains closed to the public until further notice.   

Residents can request home delivery of recycling boxes and green bins by calling 705-739-4219 or emailing ServiceBarrie@barrie.ca.

The Barrie Public Library will be open for low-contact pick-up of holds, 24/7 returns; restrictions apply. Online programs continue. Please visit barrielibrary.ca for full up-to-date information.

Downtown Parking

There is a 10-minute parking limit on Dunlop Street & side streets to help businesses and customers with curbside pickup. Visit barrie.ca/DowntownParking for full information.

Waterfront Parking

Visit barrie.ca/WaterfrontParking for current waterfront parking areas and information.

Tax payment options include online/telephone banking, pre-authorized payment plan, drop boxes at City Hall, or mail. Please see Property Tax Payment Options for detail.

The City’s customer service centre, Service Barrie, is also open for in-person appointments. Call 705-726-4242 or email ServiceBarrie@barrie.ca to book an appointment.

Road and sidewalk maintenance work is generally proceeding. Street sweeping of the downtown Business Improvement Area occurs only twice per week and as needed (instead of daily) in 2020.

Most sports fields are closed for the season. Visit barrie.ca/SportsFields for the current status of sports fields and courts.

City-run theatres remain closed until further notice and theatre shows are cancelled until further notice.

Should you have a question or concern related to a facility rental, ticket sale or any other inquiry please e-mail CE.Venues@barrie.ca or call 705-739-4299 and a member of the Recreation and Culture Services Departments will get back to you as soon as possible.

As of Saturday August 1, all Barrie Transit buses have protective, plexiglass shields that provide a safety barrier between riders and bus operators. Fares are being collected again as riders can now safely board the bus from the front doors. Mask use on public transit is mandatory. Please refer to barrie.ca/TransitNotices for full details.​

Water Treatment

The Surface Water Treatment Plant (20 Royal Parkside Dr.) and Wastewater Treatment Facility (249 Bradford St.) are closed to the public. Residents may notice water service crews working around the city in teams of one or two to complete essential work to keep water services working effectively and efficiently. These staff are practising physical distancing and taking precautions as advised by the Health Unit. 

Province-wide COVID-19 Wastewater Surveillance Initiative

The City of Barrie has joined the province-wide wastewater surveillance initiative for COVID-19 monitoring in municipal wastewater. The City is providing samples from the Wastewater Treatment Facility to labs that will run analysis to determine the amount of COVID-19 present. Learn more.