Media Releases

The following media releases were issued by the City of Barrie's Marketing & Communications Department within the last two years.



The following City of Barrie services will be affected on Labour Day—Monday, September 1...


The City of Barrie is pleased to announce the completion of the Duckworth Street Improvements and Grove Street East Watermain project, a major infrastructure investment that improves road safety, active transportation, and critical underground services in Barrie’s east end.


The City of Barrie won a 2025 Silver Economic Development Award for its Seeds to Sow public art exhibition, awarded by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award was given for Barrie’s work in the “Neighbourhood Development” category.


A total fire ban issued in the City of Barrie on August 7 has been lifted following recent rainfall and improved conditions.


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...

Media releases are archived on this website for up to two years.