The following media releases were issued by the City of Barrie's Marketing & Communications Department within the last two years.
The City will open registration for fall recreation programs on Tuesday, August 26, at 8 a.m.
Game On! After Dark is the City's gaming event, where you can experience all things gaming—from a video game tournament to a thrilling escape room, epic board game battles, and much more.
Yesterday, the wooded area between Victoria Street, John Street, and Anne Street South was turned back to the City following a Police investigation.
A total fire ban is in effect in the City of Barrie after the fire danger rating was elevated to extreme due to ongoing dry conditions.
Would you like to see your artwork displayed in City Hall? The City of Barrie is now accepting submissions for works of art to be featured in City Hall’s First Floor Gallery.
The following City of Barrie services will be affected on the Civic Holiday, Monday, August 4...
Barrie Fire and Emergency Service (BFES) will host a free Hot Summer Night event at Sunnidale Park (located at 265 Sunnidale Road) this Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m.
The City is exploring whether to permit the use of electric kick-style scooters (e-scooters) in Barrie through participation in the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's (MTO) pilot program.
Nominations for the 2025 Barrie Arts Awards are open until August 25, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Council and the Barrie Professional Firefighters Association (BPFFA) have approved an agreement for a five-year deal.
Media releases are archived on this website for up to two years.