What’s open and closed in Barrie on the Victoria Day holiday Monday
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Barrie services affected on the Victoria Day holiday Monday include:
City Hall and all recreation/community centres will be closed
Barrie Transit: There will be no transit service
Fireworks reminder: Residents can use fireworks on the Victoria Day holiday per the Regulatory Matters By-law. Fireworks are permitted only until 11 p.m. on the day of the celebration, per the Noise By-law. Please review fireworks safety reminders.
Curbside Collection: There will be no change to the waste collection schedule on; curbside collection will occur as regularly scheduled. Visit Curbside Collection for more information on curbside collection services and to look up your collection schedule.
Downtown parking (on-street and lots) is free on statutory holidays. A digital waterfront permit is required to park for free in specific waterfront areas.
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