2024 Budget Engagement

Following several amendments to the proposed 2024 Business Plan and Budget, Council approved the City’s portion of the 2024 Budget on December 6, 2023 and the City's Service Partner Budgets...

Envision Barrie

Barrie is an incredible city to live, work, play, and raise families in - from the stunning waterfront, parks and beaches to our amazing festivals and events, Barrie offers an...

Bayfield Street Transportation Improvements

Public Information Centre (PIC) 3 – Event Information Now Online!

PIC 3 was held on Thursday May 29, 2025, at City Hall from 4:30 to 7:00 pm to present:

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Vote for Barrie's Official Bird

Transportation Master Plan

What is a Transportation Master Plan?

A Transportation Master Plan (TMP) is a detailed, long-term planning document that provides details on how the City will enhance, manage, and invest in...

Water Master Plan

About

The City of Barrie is updating the 2019 Water Supply Master Plan and the Water Storage and Distribution Master Plan to accommodate the planned growth of 298,000 people and...

Wastewater Master Plan

About

The City of Barrie is updating the 2019 Wastewater Treatment Master Plan and the Wastewater Collection Master Plan to accommodate the planned growth of 298,000 people and 150,000 jobs...

Sea Cadets Parade Ground and Multi-Use Sports Field

UPDATE: Mayor Alex Nuttall issued Mayoral Direction MDIR002-24, directing staff to pause actioning Council motion 24-G-111 in order to allow for public consultation to occur and be presented back...

Robin Court Park - Play Court Construction Project

Cartwright Park - Play Court Construction Project

Disc Golf community consultation

Staff Report

At the November 13, 2024 Infrastructure and Community Investment Committee meeting, the following motion was introduced:

That the report concerning the feasibility of developing a 9-hole disc...

Seniors & Accessibility Survey

Barrie is actively working to remove barriers and improve accessibility in our policies, programs and facilities, while working create an inclusive city for people with disabilities, older adults and seniors.

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Budget Engagement

The City's 2025 budget surveys are closed. Feedback received through the surveys is summarized below and will be shared with City Council during the 2025 Business Plan and Budget...

Community Safety & Well-Being Plan

Barrie's Community Safety and Well-Being Plan was developed by a committee, with significant input from a public survey and focus group meetings. The Plan has four areas of focus that...

North Shore Trail Access Improvements Project

Barrie is a fast-growing community of approximately 150,000 located on the western shore of Kempenfelt Bay on Lake Simcoe in central Ontario. Barrie offers a high-quality outdoor lifestyle based on...

Ward Boundary Review

The City of Barrie is currently undergoing a comprehensive review of its ward boundaries. This review is being conducted by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. to help the City Council...

Dunsmore Community Garden Consultation

Relocation of Eastview Park Community Garden to Dunsmore Park

The City of Barrie operates six community garden locations: Grzegorz “Greg” Pierzchala Park, Golden Meadow Park, Shear Park, Riverwood Park, Lampman...

Bayfield Street Community Design Plan

The City is preparing a Community Design Plan (CDP) to guide the evolution of the Bayfield Street corridor towards a mixed-use regional thoroughfare and a complete neighbourhood in itself.

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Conservation Trust

On April 22, 2025 (Earth Day), Mayor Alex Nuttall signed an executive order directing City staff to report to General Committee on the creation of a Conservation Trust to protect...

Community Planning Permit System

As of June 2025, the City is currently in the planning phases for a public consultation on a Community Planning Permit System for the Study Area: Urban Growth Centre...

Outdoor Racquet Sports Strategy

December 5, 2024 update
The following motion was approved at the Dec. 4 City Council meeting:

That the Outdoor Racquet Sports Strategy be approved in principle to guide the...

Eastview Community Park Playground Revitalization

The City of Barrie is pleased to announce the final preferred design concept for the future playground improvements at Eastview Park. For PDF versions of the plan, please also...

Culture Plan Update

Visit barrie.ca/CulturePlanUpdate for project updates

Project Overview

The City of Barrie is updating its Culture Master Plan, "Building a Creative Future," aiming to establish an Integrated Public Art Strategy...

How would you spend Automated Speed Enforcement revenue to further Barrie's road safety programs?

As part of Council’s priority of community safety, and addressing speeding and aggressive driving, the City of Barrie uses a variety of traffic calming measures and road safety practices to...

Prioritizing Safety & Cleanliness in Barrie’s Parks and Public Spaces

Residents of Barrie choose to live here for many reasons, from our scenic parks, vibrant public spaces, and our stunning waterfront. These spaces are designed for all to enjoy, operating...

City of Barrie Payment Experience Review

The City of Barrie is looking to improve the payment experience for the community. The City is looking at developing a strategy to modernize payment systems and the way transactions...