The following media releases were issued by the City of Barrie's Marketing & Communications Department within the last two years.
The City of Barrie’s annual Winterfest event returns February 1 and 2 with free activities and programming taking place in a new location – Centennial Park & Will Dwyer Park, as well as downtown Barrie and other venues in the city.
The City of Barrie, Canadian Forces Base Borden, County of Simcoe, Lake Simcoe Regional Airport, and the Downtown Barrie BIA officially announced the return of the Barrie Airshow, presented by Pratt Homes, at a media event this afternoon (Tuesday, January 28).
The City of Barrie has launched a survey to gain feedback on how residents feel about safety and well-being in the city.
The City is pleased that the provincial government is investing $1 million for a new Regional Innovation Centre in Barrie.
In response to the winter weather and significant snowfall in our area over the weekend, the City of Barrie declared a significant weather event on January 4, 2025.
Barrie residents (ages 18 and over) are invited to start the new year by checking out the City’s fitness centres at the three recreation centres during the evenings from January 6 to 8.
Tomorrow night (Dec. 31), the City of Barrie’s Downtown Countdown event will take place at Barrie City Hall (70 Collier Street) starting at 6 p.m. This free evening of fun and entertainment has become one of Central Ontario's largest New Year's Eve celebrations.
The City of Barrie is declaring a Winter Maintenance Event overnight tonight to allow crews to effectively clear the streets from the recent snowfall.
Yesterday, Barrie Transit reached a major milestone by welcoming its 4 millionth rider in 2024.
The City of Barrie reminds residents of schedule changes and closures during the holiday season.
Media releases are archived on this website for up to two years.