Water Master Plan

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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 150,000 jobs to 2051, in accordance with the 2019 provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Building on to the works completed as part of the 2019 master plans, the updated Water Master Plan (WMP) will address water storage, distribution, and supply requirements in one document. The WMP 2051 will:

  • Assess the existing drinking water system to identify capacity constraints and opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensure water services meet the current and future community needs by providing long-term and integrated water servicing strategies to 2051 and beyond; and
  • Recommend future infrastructure projects that will provide the required water service.

Get Involved!

The City of Barrie values open dialogue and would like to invite anyone with an interest in this study to stay engaged and get involved. As the study progresses, there will be opportunities to participate in a public consultation meeting.

Join the Study Contact List!

The Study’s anticipated duration is approximately 2 years, with completion expected by Winter 2026. Following the Notice of Master Plan, the draft report will be available for review during the public 30-day review period.

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 150,000 jobs to 2051, in accordance with the 2019 provincial Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe.

Building on to the works completed as part of the 2019 master plans, the updated Water Master Plan (WMP) will address water storage, distribution, and supply requirements in one document. The WMP 2051 will:

  • Assess the existing drinking water system to identify capacity constraints and opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensure water services meet the current and future community needs by providing long-term and integrated water servicing strategies to 2051 and beyond; and
  • Recommend future infrastructure projects that will provide the required water service.

Get Involved!

The City of Barrie values open dialogue and would like to invite anyone with an interest in this study to stay engaged and get involved. As the study progresses, there will be opportunities to participate in a public consultation meeting.

Join the Study Contact List!

The Study’s anticipated duration is approximately 2 years, with completion expected by Winter 2026. Following the Notice of Master Plan, the draft report will be available for review during the public 30-day review period.

  • Update

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    The project team has completed a series of field tests during the summer of 2024. The results are currently under review and are being utilized to refine and calibrate a drinking water model of all the City’s pipes. In the coming months, the team will develop and assess water supply and servicing alternatives for future scenarios. Stay tuned for details on how to participate in the upcoming public information centre (PIC) scheduled for later 2024.

  • Public Notice

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    The Notice of Study Commencement was published on May 16, 2024. Click here to view

Page last updated: 28 Mar 2025, 02:32 PM