After several months of negotiations, the City of Barrie and CUPE Local 2380 have officially ratified a new three-year collective agreement, bringing labour stability to a wide range of municipal services.
A tentative agreement was reached on March 25, ratified by Barrie City Council at its April 1 meeting, and formally ratified by CUPE Local 2380 Thursday evening.
City officials say the agreement recognizes the contributions of municipal employees while maintaining long-term financial sustainability.
“We’re pleased to have reached a fair and balanced agreement that reflects the contributions of our employees while supporting the long-term sustainability of our municipality,” said Michael Prowse, Chief Administrative Officer. “This outcome demonstrates a shared commitment to collaboration and to continuing to deliver high-quality services to our community.”
The new contract runs from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, replacing the previous agreement, which expired on December 31, 2025. The terms are consistent with recently negotiated agreements in comparable municipalities.
The agreement includes wage increases spread over the three-year term:
- 3.75% effective January 1, 2026
- 3.25% effective January 1, 2027
- 3% effective January 1, 2028
City officials noted the contract aligns with broader municipal labour trends while ensuring the City can continue delivering essential services responsibly
CUPE Local 2380 leadership said the agreement reflects meaningful progress for its members following extensive bargaining.
“We worked hard throughout this round of bargaining to secure improvements for our members, including wage increases and important updates to the agreement,” said Megan Varga, President of CUPE Local 2380. “We believe this is the best deal possible for the membership as a whole, and we’re pleased it has been ratified.”
CUPE Local 2380 represents municipal workers who deliver a broad range of public services across the City of Barrie. These services include parks and recreational services, water and wastewater treatment, public works, courthouse services, financial and administrative services, city planning, by-law enforcement, building and marina services, and other key functions that support daily life in the community.
