Here's what's open and closed this Canada Day
As Barrie gears up for a festive Canada Day celebration on Tuesday, residents can plan ahead knowing which city services will be affected.
While festivities take place, some essential and non-essential services will operate on modified schedules or remain closed for the holiday.
Barrie Transit will run on an extended Sunday schedule, ensuring that residents can get home safely after the Canada Day fireworks, which wrap up around 10:30 pm.
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However, several city facilities will be closed for the holiday, including recreation and community centers, City Hall, and the landfill.
Remember to put your trash and recyclables to the curb because collection crews will still be working an uninterrupted collection schedule.
Notably, downtown on-street and lot parking will be free on Canada Day, as it is for all statutory holidays. Just keep in mind that a digital waterfront permit is required for specific waterfront areas.
As residents light up the night sky with fireworks, the city reminds everyone that fireworks are permitted until 11 pm on July 1, as per the Noise By-law. The City also encourages brushing up on safety reminders before setting off those sparklers.
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