The following media releases were issued by the City of Barrie's Marketing & Communications Department within the last two years.
National Youth Week starts May 1 and runs until National Child and Youth Mental Health Day on May 7, 2026.
The City encourages residents to keep clothes and other textiles (linens, towels, stuffed toys, and shoes) out of the landfill by donating these items during Textile Collection Week: May 4 to May 8.
The City of Barrie and the Barrie Public Art Committee are seeking art from Ontario based artists for the Cabinets to Canvas program (formerly known as the Artist Designed Traffic Cabinet Wraps Project).
The City is redeveloping two downtown waterfront parks—Sam Cancilla Park and Phase 1 of Heritage Park—and is inviting the community to help shape the design concepts for each space.
Work on the Sophia Street trunk storm sewer project continues with a short term closure beginning Monday, April 27.
The City of Barrie is celebrating the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a regional online gaming competition. The Game On! World Cup Esports Tournament will unite top qualifying players aged 14 to 24 from across Simcoe County for a FIFA / EA Sports FC showdown—featuring online play and a live, on stage final experience.
Nominations for the 2026 Municipal Election open May 1 at 8:30 a.m. To help prospective candidates and third-party advertisers prepare, the City of Barrie is hosting two information sessions to explain the nomination and registration process.
After several months of negotiations, the City of Barrie and CUPE Local 2380 reached a tentative agreement on March 25. The agreement was ratified at the April 1 Council Meeting and ratified by CUPE Local 2380 this evening.
– In response to significant rainfall and instances of water accumulation impacting properties in the Minet’s Point area, the City will be making a supply of sand and sandbags available to residents who are experiencing, or at risk of, property flooding.
The winners of the 7th annual Mayor’s Innovation Awards were announced last evening at an awards ceremony at the Five Points Theatre in Barrie. The Mayor’s Innovation Awards recognize the most innovative solutions from Barrie businesses, individuals, and community groups.
Media releases are archived on this website for up to two years.