Building Services staff are doing everything possible to keep the building process moving in these unprecedented times. Step One of the provincial Roadmap to Reopen allows for all inspections to proceed.

A Building Official is available to answer any questions in person at City Hall 8:30–noon and 1–4pm.  Building/permit questions can also be answered by phone (705-726-4242), Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm.

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 construction projects are generally proceeding as scheduled at this time.

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.

Please contact the Special Events Office at events@barrie.ca or (705) 739-4285 regarding Special Event Permits. Events will be subject to provincial and municipal gathering limits and safety requirements applicable at that time and must have a COVID-19 safety plan that has been reviewed by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit.

Both locations of the Barrie Public Library are open for in-person services, including browsing, computer access, and bookable spaces for working and studying. The capacity limits will remain at 50 patrons Downtown and 35 at Painswick, and visits are limited to 60 minutes or less. Check barrielibrary.ca for more detail.

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.

Please see Property Tax Payment Options.

For 2021 bills, City Council has waived late fees for property tax payments until September 30, 2021. The City will continue to charge late fees on accounts with outstanding charges from 2020 and before. 

Road and sidewalk maintenance work is generally proceeding. The 2021 street sweeping program was completed on May 28.

Outdoor sports leagues, games and events are permitted. The Recreation and Culture Department continues to follow provincial regulation with regards to permitting outdoor sports leagues, games and events. Please visit barrie.ca/SportsFields for more information.

City-run theatres remain closed to the public 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.

Barrie Transit routes could experience temporary reductions in frequency. Please check MyRide before departing for your trip. Creating an account on MyRide is encouraged to receive notifications directly to your phone/email about your bus route.​​

Mask use on public transit and in the terminal is mandatory.

Barrie Transit staff members, including operators (drivers), are required to wear masks or face coverings when working in indoor public spaces, unless the staff member is within or behind a physical barrier.

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.