City commemorates Remembrance Day 
The City of Barrie and the Royal Canadian Legion will join communities across Canada to
honour those who served and sacrificed for our freedom. At 11 a.m. on November 11, observe a moment of silence to remember all who have fallen. Veterans and one companion can ride Barrie Transit free on Remembrance Day with proof of service. Also, residents can check out the downtown and waterfront Remembrance Day flags that display photos of area veterans, as well as an online story map honouring local heroes.
For more information, visit barrie.ca/RemembranceDay.
Looking to get rid of your pumpkins?
Your new organics cart can help! There’s plenty of space for old pumpkins – just be sure to remove any candles or decorations. You can also include spoiled fruit and vegetables from your garden.
For a list of acceptable items, visit barrie.ca/OrganicsCollection.
Mayor’s Christmas card contest – call for entries!
Capture the festive spirit of Barrie and see your artwork featured on the Mayor’s official
Christmas card. Open to all Barrie residents. Submit your original artwork by Friday,
November 28 at 4:30 p.m. The winning entry will receive a $600 award.
For full contest details and to download the entry form (also available in person at Service
Barrie), visit barrie.ca/MayorsCardContest.
Santa arrives in Barrie on November 15 
Presented by the Barrie Chamber of Commerce, this year’s Santa Claus Parade takes place on Saturday, November 15 at 5 p.m. Featuring floats, marching bands, and festive decorations, the parade fills the streets with holiday spirit that brings smiles to all ages! The parade is followed by the Noella tree lighting downtown.
Skip the traffic and parking worries by using Barrie Transit’s free shuttle to the event.
For more information and event details, visit barrie.ca/events.
New call/text reminder system for outstanding court fines 
The City has introduced a new pilot program to notify individuals with outstanding court fines through automated phone calls and text messages. Messages are sent to individuals who provided a phone number to Court Services and have unpaid fines at risk of driver’s licence suspension. The calls come from 705-739-4291 and identify as an AI-powered agent calling on behalf of City of Barrie Court Services.
For more information, visit barrie.ca/ProvincialOffences.
Winter reminders for setting out your carts 
Winter can be challenging for curbside collection. Please remember the following to help
ensure your materials are collected safely and on time:
- When shovelling, clear a flat spot beside or at the end of your driveway to place your
carts. - Place carts out of the path for snow removal equipment.
- Do not place your carts on, behind or within 2 feet of a snowbank. Your carts will not be
collected if they cannot be accessed by the truck’s automated collection arms. - In the winter, it’s recommended to place your materials on the right side of your
driveway or boulevard (when facing the street) so they’re easier for collectors to see.
For more information and winter tips, visit barrie.ca/WinterCurbsideCollection.
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