Spring street sweeping continues
This year, staff began street sweeping in the south end of the city to accommodate the ongoing ice storm cleanup. Staff are now working in the Source Water Protection Area zones, as the downed trees and debris in the north are no longer impacting sweeping operations.
Spring street sweeping removes sand and debris left from winter road maintenance, improves water quality by reducing runoff pollutants, and enhances the appearance of city streets and parking lots.
To check your zone or get updates, visit barrie.ca/StreetSweeping.
Reminder: Digital waterfront parking permit extended to December 31, 2026
The City of Barrie’s digital resident waterfront parking permits remain valid until December 31, 2026. No action is required if you already have a permit – it will automatically renew. Physical hangtags are no longer valid, and all residents must switch to a digital permit.
For details and how-to instructions, visit barrie.ca/WaterfrontParking.
Johnson’s Beach parking lot closed for construction
The Johnson’s Beach parking lot is closed to vehicles and pedestrians until the end of May 2025 due to construction. Trail access remains open at Puget Street and Penetanguishene Road.
For details, visit barrie.ca/RoadClosures.
Licence 2 Ride offers Barrie youth a summer of free transit and recreation access
Youth ages 12-17 can now apply for the City’s Licence 2 Ride (L2R) program, which provides free Barrie Transit rides and access to select recreation programs from July 1 to September 2, 2025.
Applications are open until June 30 and must be submitted in person at one of the following City Recreation Centres:
Learn more and get your application form at barrie.ca/Licence2Ride.
City invites local businesses to complete this year’s Business & Employer Data Survey
City of Barrie staff are now conducting the annual Business & Employer Data Survey through door-to-door visits in Barrie’s commercial and industrial areas. The survey helps update the City’s online business directory and informs economic development and planning efforts. Businesses can also complete the survey online at buildingbarrie.ca/BusinessDataSurvey by September 30.
To learn more about this initiative, visit investbarrie.ca/BEDS.
Victoria Day long weekend affected services
City Hall and recreation centres will be closed on Monday, May 19. Barrie Transit will not
operate. Curbside waste collection will continue as scheduled. Fireworks are allowed on May
19 until 11 p.m. – review safety tips at barrie.ca/FireworksSafety. Downtown parking is free on holidays, but Marina and Hybrid lot rates still apply.
Compost and mulch available at landfill
Finished compost is available for purchase and mulch is available for free at the landfill. Bring a shovel and containers to load your own materials and wear appropriate footwear. Compost for residents is $5-$10 depending on load size.
The landfill at 272 Ferndale Drive North is open Tuesday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with extended depot hours every Saturday until 6:30 p.m. through May 31. Residential brush tipping fees are waived during this time to support storm cleanup.
For details, visit barrie.ca/landfill.
Ice storm cleanup continues across Barrie
Cleanup efforts continue following the late March ice storm, with significant support from other
Ontario municipalities. Crews have completed initial brush collection city-wide and are now
conducting second and third passes in heavily impacted areas. Work continues daily in parks
and natural spaces to assess damage, remove hazards, and clear debris. For your safety, please avoid treed areas and trails that may still be unsafe due to falling branches.
Please note: The City’s yard waste collection program is also underway, but it operates
separately from the ice storm cleanup.
For ongoing updates, visit barrie.ca/IceStorm.
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