Barrie’s historical neighbourhoods are unique and reflect Barrie’s natural and cultural heritage. These neighbourhoods each have their own distinctive sense of place, rich history and defining attributes and characteristics. Aspects of each neighbourhood’s location, geography, amenities and housing types and tenure contribute to the overall story of Barrie’s past. Heritage Barrie encourages citizens and visitors to explore the history of Barrie, and to discover more about the places and people. Download this PDF and explore Barrie’s neighbourhoods at your own pace. And check out the video below to get a taste of Barrie’s past. (Photo: Dunlop Street)