The following media releases were issued by the City of Barrie's Marketing & Communications Department within the last two years.
The City of Barrie is conducting its annual Business & Employer Data Survey. Starting today, City employees will conduct door-to-door engagement with businesses located in the city’s commercial and industrial areas, to ask survey questions and gain insight.
Barrie Fire and Emergency Service (BFES), in partnership with the City’s Information Technology Department, is proud to announce the migration to Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG9-1-1) has been completed—marking a major milestone in the City’s commitment to advancing public safety and emergency response.
The City of Barrie and Barrie's Royal Canadian Legion will join communities across Canada in commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with May 8 marking Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).
The City of Barrie is joining communities across Canada this week in recognizing Emergency Preparedness Week, May 4 to 10.
The City of Barrie is observing Drinking Water Week from May 4 to 10, highlighting the essential role of tap water in daily life, the infrastructure that delivers it to homes and businesses, and the critical work of water professionals who ensure its safety and reliability.
The City of Barrie is launching Camp Access, a new program that provides eligible youth aged 6-12 an opportunity to participate in an exciting summer camp experience at no cost to families.
City of Barrie residents are encouraged to help keep reusable items out of the landfill by participating in the curbside collection of textiles (clothing, linens, towels, stuffed toys and shoes) from May 5 to 9, 2025.
National Youth Week starts May 1, and runs until National Child and Youth Mental Health Day on May 7, 2025.
Environment Canada is advising of the potential for severe weather, including thunderstorms and the risk of tornadoes, today across Southern Ontario, including Barrie.
– The City of Barrie and the Barrie Construction Association have partnered to host a Construction Industry Job Fair on Wednesday, May 7 at the Allandale Recreation Centre (190 Bayview Drive, Barrie) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Media releases are archived on this website for up to two years.