Barrie's water and sewer systems bring clean water to homes and carry waste away, helping to prevent pollution and disease. It all starts with source water protection—keeping our lake and underground water clean so we have safe water to treat and use. Water conservation also plays a big role—using only what we need helps reduce strain on our systems and saves water for the future.
Source Water Protection
The City provides safe and reliable drinking water to its community. Whether you are a developer, business owner or homeowner you can do your part to help protect this great resource.
Water Conservation
Barrie is fortunate to have a large supply of high-quality water available in underground aquifers within the city, but this supply has a limited capacity to meet demands of a very rapidly growing population.
Sanitary Sewer System Protection
To ensure a properly functioning transportation and treatment system, certain materials should NOT be disposed into sinks or toilets.
Storm Sewer System Protection
Water that enters a storm drain is NOT treated to remove pollutants. It is important not to dispose of any waste materials into any storm water collection point.
Environmental Spills
A spill can pollute drinking water, streams, beaches, soil and can harm humans, fish and wildlife.
