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 calling on local artists who specialize in digital art or sculpture to submit designs for two prestigious upcoming award events: the 7th annual Mayor’s Innovation Awards and the Barrie Arts Awards.
Intake is now open for the City of Barrie’s 2025 Per Door Grant program, offered through the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP), to support the accelerated construction of new affordable housing units and purpose-built rental housing projects.
Mayor Alex Nuttall recently visited Innovative Automation to get a first-hand look at companies, businesses, and manufacturers who have chosen to do business in the City of Barrie.
The City of Barrie will be getting assistance from a number of other Ontario municipalities starting next week.
All streets in Barrie are now open allowing access to traffic. There are more than 23 crews out daily doing cleanup, with more to come soon.
Power has now been restored to much of Barrie. For residents still without power, the warming centre at Allandale Recreation Centre (190 Bayview Drive) remains operational.
The City of Barrie is continuing cleanup efforts following the recent storm. Crews are actively working across the city, prioritizing roads, parks, and public spaces.
Curbside collection service impacts and ongoing cleanup information related to the ice storm.
The City of Barrie is opening a warming centre at the Allandale Recreation Centre, effective immediately, to support residents in need during the current extreme weather conditions. This facility has heat and hydro and will provide a safe, warm space for individuals who are experiencing cold temperatures or need shelter.
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for much of Southern Ontario, including Barrie. The freezing rain warning is for possible significant ice buildup of 5 to 10 mm.
Media releases are archived on this website for up to two years.