Centennial Beach in Barrie, Ont. BARRIE360
Updated July 2, 2026 @ 4:26am
Due to the forecasted high temperatures, the City of Barrie will make all public facilities available (during normal operating hours) for cooling centres. The cooling centres will remain open until the heat warning is lifted.
Curbside collection
To ensure collection, residents should place all materials at the curb by 7 a.m. on their collection day and keep them out until 7 p.m., as extreme heat conditions may result in delays.
Heat reminders
- Rest frequently in shaded areas.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Never leave infants, children or pets in a parked car.
- Dress in cool, loose clothing and shade your head with a hat or umbrella.
- Check regularly on family, friends or neighbours who are at higher risk of heat-related illnesses and who do not have air conditioning.
- Seek shelter indoors or in the shade.
Other ideas
- Visit one of four beaches along the shores of Kempenfelt Bay.Only Centennial and Johnson’s Beach have lifeguards in the summer. Residents are reminded to practice water safety; there is no substitute for parent supervision. Stay within arm’s reach, swim with a buddy and get trained. Visit barrie.ca/beaches for more information.
- Visit one of the pools located at the City’s recreation centres. Visit barrie.ca/Dropins for pool schedules.
- Visit a splash pad.
- The City’s recreation centres and libraries are open and available to the public during regular operating hours.
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