Barrie, ON – This holiday season, show your support for downtown Barrie businesses while enjoying two hours of free on-street parking in December. The City of Barrie offers this annual initiative to encourage residents and visitors to explore shops, restaurants, and services in our community.

 “Our small and medium-sized businesses play a vital role in driving Barrie’s economic stability and growth,” notes Mayor Alex Nuttall. “By offering two hours of free on-street parking in December, we are making it easier for residents to visit, shop, and support the businesses who invest in our city every day.”

Downtown and waterfront parking reminders:

 – All downtown parking options are free after 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, all day on weekends, and on statutory holidays.

 – Standard parking fees remain in effect for municipal parking lots and at the Collier Street Parkade.

 – A digital waterfront parking permit is required for Barrie residents to park for free at specific waterfront areas.

For more information about paid parking in Barrie, visit barrie.ca/parking.

 For a directory of downtown area businesses, entertainment venues, and upcoming events, visit downtownbarrie.ca/businesses.