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Impacts of Stay-At-Home Order in Barrie

Laura Hampshire
Jan 15, 2021 | 8:17 AM
Last Updated: Jan 15, 2021 | 8:17 AM

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Impacts of Stay-At-Home Order in Barrie


The government of Ontario has declared a Stay-At-Home order for the entire province, which has impacted some services in Barrie.

“The numbers are rising at a concerning rate in our area and our hospital is facing an urgent situation,” said Mayor Jeff Lehman. “We know we can turn things around, Barrie. We did it in the spring and I know we can do it again.  With vaccinations begun, we need to make that final effort to stop the spread and quite literally save lives.”

What does this mean for Barrie residents?

The following framework outlines the City services affected as part of the stay-at-home order.

Previous measures remain in effect for City services and now also include the following:

City Hall:

  • Starting January 14, no in-person services will be available at Service Barrie (with the exception of Burial Permits). Service Barrie is available via email (ServiceBarrie@barrie.ca) or by phone (705-726-4242). Many services are available online at barrie.ca/OnlineServices. Payments for invoices and bills continue to be accepted through the drop boxes located at the front and back of City Hall.

Planning:

  • The Planner of the Day is available to answer planning related questions online or over the phone only. Email planneroftheday@barrie.ca or call 705-726-4242.

Building Inspections:

  • The City will suspend inspections that do not meet the criteria for essential construction. This includes residential that did not have a permit before Jan 14.

Recreation:

  • Parks and outdoor rinks (including volunteer-run rinks) will remain open. Ice surface occupancy protocols remain in place. Adhering to previous direction from SMDHU, signage at each location identifies the maximum number of skaters permitted on the ice surface at one time. Hockey is prohibited on all outdoor rinks at this time.
  • Allandale Recreation Centre, Holly Community Centre, East Bayfield Community Centre, Eastview Arena and Sadlon Arena remain closed to the public. Virtual classes are available for residents who have an existing play.barrie.ca account.

Waterfront Trails and Washrooms:

  • The City has been maintaining more trails by the waterfront and in Sunnidale Park to create more space for people to exercise outside. The existing winter washrooms at the waterfront remain open.

Barrie Public Library:

  • Library branches will continue to offer pick-ups and returns of books and movies, as well as Digital Library access and online programming.

Landfill:

  • The landfill remains open with a reduced capacity (10 vehicles at a time). Please wear a mask and keep 2 metres from anyone else while visiting the landfill.

City construction projects:

  • City construction projects can continue as part of the new province regulations.

If you have questions about what will be open or impacts to business or employment, call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1-888-444-3659. For the most up-to-date information on the status of City services, visit barrie.ca/services. For detailed and up-to-date information and local case information, visit the Health Unit’s website.

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