Barrie

Ontario

Barrie is a southern Ontario city that’s about 90 km north of Toronto. It is found on the shores of Kempenfelt Bay on Lake Simcoe and is considered to be one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. Last reported in the 2021 census, the city’s population is now around 147,800 residents.

Barrie has a strong and growing economy. Some of the major employers in the city include Georgian College, the city government, the county of Simcoe, TD Canada Trust and TD Waterhouse, BMO Data Centre, the Source Distribution Centre, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, and the IBM Canada Leadership Data Centre. Additionally, Tourism is important to the area with the downtown and waterfront being where the tourist industry is centered.

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What You Can See and Do in Barrie

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Without a doubt, one of the most impressive features in Barrie is the waterfront. It offers several beaches, parks, and trails. On Kempenfelt Bay, you can view the massive Spirit Catcher sculpture.

Art lovers will want to check out the MacLaren Art Centre, which one can find in downtown Barrie. The city is home to quite a few annual festivals such as the Barrie Waterfront Festival, Celebrate Barrier, Promenade Days, and Kempenfest.

The city has plenty of shopping opportunities, with one of the most popular being Georgian Mall. It is the largest mall in the city and has a plethora of stores. There are also many flea markets and unique shops throughout the city.

Of course, there are plenty of trails in and around the city for those who love the great outdoors. During the winter months, you can enjoy skiing at some of the nearby resorts including Horseshoe Resort, Snow Valley, and Blue Mountain.

Barrie Neighbourhoods

Barrie has quite a few interesting neighbourhoods that are ideal for young families, professionals and retirees.

These are just some of the fantastic communities in the city. Those who want to check out some properties or learn about other options should contact a C21 realtor in Barrie to familiarize themselves with the various neighbourhoods.

Getting Around in Barrie

The closest airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport. Public transportation is offered through Barrie Transit, which has many bus routes running throughout the city. Accessible transportation is provided through Barrie Accessible Community Transportation Service. To get around the city easier, many residents have vehicles.

Go Transit provides train service to the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). Barrie also offers on and off-road cycling trails for those who prefer biking.