Ice Storm Updates

The recent ice storm has caused widespread power outages and significant damage across Ontario. Communities are working diligently to restore power and assess the aftermath of the storm.

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Municipal updates

Below is a list of articles updates that have been provided by the municipalities across Simcoe County and Muskoka:

• Barrie
• Bracebridge
• County of Simcoe
• District of Muskoka
• Innisfil
• Midland
• Orillia
• Oro Medonte
• Ramara
• Severn
• Springwater
• Tiny

Please click on the links above for the latest updates on your area. We will continue to update this list as more information becomes available from each municipality.

Power updates

Please do not call police for power updates ... they need to keep their lines open for emergencies.

Below is the most current information we have received from each of the hydro companies.

• Alectra: All power has been restored in Barrie
• InnPower: Crews are working in the following areas: Strathallen Longwood/Park Lane Bear Point Place Moosenlanka Minnetonka Woodlands Grove Place Please stay clear of fallen trees and vegetation near and around poles/lines.
• Elexicon: Currently in Gravenhurst, about 1,400 customers remain without power. We are planning on having the majority restored by late tomorrow evening, with the remaining by Sunday. Restoration for island customers will continue into the week of April 7.
• Lakeland Power: Outage in Bracebridge affecting approximately 366 homes and businesses in the area of Cedar Lane and Kirk Line W to southwest Bracebridge. No estimated time for restoration.
• NT Power: We understand the ongoing weather challenges with freezing rain, and high winds. Crews are working hard to restore power to those still without and we continue to monitor if any outages arise.
• Hydro One: Sporadic hydro outages are being reported in Orillia as the wind ramps up. Since the start of the storm (March 28, 11 p.m.), Hydro One crews have restored power to more than 83 per cent of customers however, significant damage continues to be discovered as crews continue restoration. To date, crews have identified 1,707 broken poles. As crews finish restoration in areas, they are being redeployed to support the hardest hit areas, which continue to be Peterborough and the surrounding area, Orillia and the surrounding area, and Fenelon Falls. Additional resources are coming through Mutual Assistance agreements, bringing the total to 3,800 Hydro One team members, contractors, and other LDC resources supporting the restoration efforts. Restoration in the hardest hit areas will continue in the coming days, with most customers back online by the weekend. For remote areas, including customers who can only be reached by water, restoration may take longer. Road access continues to be a challenge in the most impacted areas, along with safety concerns of tree branches and limbs coming down.

Cancellations and closures

Cancellations and closures can be found here including details about schools closed with the Simcoe County District School Board, Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board, and Trillium Lakelands District School Board.

Need A Hand?

• Zenetec is organizing a Storm Clean-Up Day on Friday, April 4, from 9 AM – 3 PM. Anyone in Barrie who needs assistance with branch removal, debris clearing, or pathway shovelling, can be nominated for support here.
• The Hitch House (Highway 11, Shanty Bay) is providing potable water to the public during regular business hours.
• Many of our neighbours in Oro-Medonte are still reeling from the recent ice storm, with widespread power outages and critical supply shortages continuing to impact daily life.
• The Barrie Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Oro-Medonte Chamber of Commerce, is organizing a supply drive to help support residents as they recover. We’re asking for your support. Requested items include:
  • Blankets
  • Drinking water
  • Clean containers for water
  • Non-perishable food and snacks

Drop-off details:

• Barrie Chamber of Commerce 121 Commerce Park Drive, Unit A Friday, April 4, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

We will coordinate delivery of all collected items directly to Oro-Medonte.

Relief centres

Please note, this information is subject to change regularly.

Barrie

Allendale Rec Centre: 190 Bayview Dr., Barrie

Orillia

Orillia Recreation Centre: 255 West St. South, Orillia

Midland

Please visit either location listed below to warm up (bring your own blankets & refreshments), charge electronic devices (bring your own charging cables & blocks), and fill up your personal water bottles.

North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre: 527 Len Self Blvd., Midland
(open Monday from 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.)

Town Hall: 575 Dominion Ave., Midland
(open Monday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)

Severn

Residents can use charging stations, restrooms, and have warm drinks.

Washago Community Centre: 4361 Hamilton St., Washago
(open daily from 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.)
For status and details visit severn.ca/notices

Tay

Township of Tay: 450 Park St., Victoria Harbour

Tiny

Washrooms and power for charging cell phone devices (please bring your own charger) are available at:

Wyebridge Community Centre: 8340 Highway 93
(Open April 1, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.)

Township of Tiny Office: 130 Balm Beach Road West
(Open April 1, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Penetanguishene

 Residents can warm up (bring your own blankets/refreshments), charge electronics (bring your own charging cables and blocks), and fill personal water bottles.

Memorial Community Centre: 61 Maria St., Penetanguishene
(Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

Townhall: 10 Robert St. W., Penetanguishene
(Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Please note, this location has limited capacity

Oro-Medonte

Horseshoe Resort: 1101 Horseshoe Valley Rd. W., Oro-Medonte
(Open from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

Clearview

New Lowell Joint Operations Centre: 5212 County Road 9, New Lowell
(Open March 31 to April 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Station 5 (Singhampton): 794055 County Road 124, Singhampton
(Open March 31 to April 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Springwater

The Administration Centre is operating with reduced staffing levels. It is recommended to call ahead or visit www.springwater.ca/Contact to ensure service requested is available.

Administration Centre: 2231 Nursery Rd., Minesing
(Open 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
Priority is given to those with medical needs. Service dogs are welcome. Bring your own chargers and reusable water bottles. Please sign in with staff upon arrival.

Ramara

Residents are able to charge their devices, use the public facilities, and get warm

Township Administration Building: 2297 Highway 12, Beaverton
(Open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Beausoleil First Nation

Emergency power has been re-established at the Recreation Centre and will now serve as the warming centre. Shower facilities are also available at the Recreation Centre.

Recreation Centre: 11 Ogemaa Miikaan, Christian Island

The Chippewas of Rama First Nation

Community Members can visit the MASK to stay warm or charge essential devices. Should hydro not be restored, the MASK will be open beyond regular hours as a designated emergency shelter.

MASK: 6145 Rama Rd, Orillia

Mayor Alex Nuttall Joined Us To Talk About The Ice Storm Recovery