Overnight on-street parking restrictions start December 1 
The City’s Overnight Parking By-law will be in effect from December 1 to March 31. On-street parking is not permitted from 3-6 a.m. within the Downtown Business Improvement Area and from 12:01-7 a.m. on all other City streets.
These restrictions allow snow-clearing crews to keep streets safe and ensure that emergency vehicles have access throughout the city.
For more information, visit the barrie.ca/OvernightParking.
Barrie celebrates 2025 Arts Awards winners 
The City received 39 nominations across six categories for this year’s Arts Awards. These
awards honour individuals and organizations for excellence in the arts and contributions to the local arts community.
Learn more about this year’s winners at barrie.ca/ArtsAwards.
Mayor’s Christmas card contest – last 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.
Celebrate the season at Barrie Fire’s new Station 6 Holiday Open House 
Join us for a FREE, festive, family-friendly open house on November 28 featuring:
- Station tours
- An opportunity to meet the firefighters
- Safety tips for holiday decorating and cooking
- A peek at our trucks and gear
Enjoy kids’ activities, photo ops, and take-home resources to keep your home safe all winter long.
For more information and event details, visit barrie.ca/fire.
City launches online marriage licence application system 
The City of Barrie has partnered with ServiceOntario to offer an online marriage licence application system, making it easier and more convenient for couples to obtain their marriage licence.
The system allows applicants to complete their forms online and book an appointment to visit Service Barrie to finalize their licence. The new process streamlines the previous paper-based system, reducing wait times and improving service delivery. The launch is part of the City’s ongoing work to modernize and simplify resident services.
For more information or to start your marriage licence application, visit barrie.ca/MarriageLicence.
Winter reminders for setting out your carts 
Winter’s here – and with it comes snow! But remember, your organics and garbage carts still need a clear space to be collected. Please note the following dos & don’ts for setting out your carts in the winter:
- 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.
- 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. - Ensure lids are closed as items are susceptible to being frozen to your cart or being
blown away. - Do not place your carts on, behind, or within 2 ft (0.6 m) of a snowbank. Your carts will
not be collected if they cannot be accessed by the truck’s automated collection arms.
For more information and winter tips, visit barrie.ca/WinterCurbsideCollection.
Rent a community garden spot for next season! 
Registration for the 2026 gardening season is open. If you have a green thumb and are interested in renting a garden plot where you can plant your favourite flowers and veggies in a shared community space, please submit a Community Garden Plot Rental Contract in person at Service Barrie (70 Collier Street) to secure your preferred location or to be placed on the waiting list.
Act fast – plots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis!
For more information, garden layouts and locations, visit barrie.ca/CommunityGardens.
Don’t flush wipes–even the ones labelled “flushable” 
Did you know that flushing wipes down the toilet can cause clogged pipes and costly sewer backups? Face wipes, cleaning wipes, and baby wipes–even the ones labeled “flushable”–should never be flushed. Toilet paper is the only paper product that breaks down quickly in the wastewater system. Protect your home plumbing: wipes belong in the garbage.
Watch this video to learn more about why it’s important to keep unflushable items out of the wastewater system.
Not sure where to dispose of an item in Barrie? Look it up at barrie.ca/WasteItemLookUp.
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