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Last updated
4:00pm Fri. Sep. 12
On September 9, 2025, Mayor Alex Nuttall declared a State of Emergency to address encampments across Barrie as the number and size continue to grow and cause significant risk and harm.
“Barrie residents have had enough,” said Mayor Alex Nuttall. “Since day one I have been clear that encampments are not acceptable in the City of Barrie. We are here to help those who want help and there are resources available today. If you refuse that help you cannot stay in these encampments. Our city will not allow lawlessness to take over our community. Barrie will protect its residents, its neighborhoods and its public spaces. It is time to take responsibility, accept the help that is there or move on.”
Read the Declaration of Emergency
Related
- As outlined in a September 9 County of Simcoe news release, the County of Simcoe is ready to support Barrie with State of Emergency declaration.
- On September 10, the City of Barrie closed the fountain pond at City Hall for the remainder of the season due to acts of vandalism and the presence of human waste which resulted in the water becoming contaminated.
- As outlined in a September 11 County of Simcoe news release, strong foundations and planning enable County’s swift response to City of Barrie encampment actions.
- On September 12, the County of Simcoe posted an update on Barrie encampment measures.