Simcoe County extends services during ice storm

A frozen tree lies across the road during the central Ontario ice storm. Mon., March 31, 2025. Courtesy: Hydro One.

Simcoe County services are being extended to help residents after the ice storm.

This information was relevant as of noon Monday. Updates are available here.

Emergency Warming Centres: have been opened Tay Township, Barrie, Orillia, and Midland. Regular shelters and Winter Warming Centres remain open during this time.

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Waste Collection: Waste collections for regular routes will continue where possible. If missed due to debris or ongoing road closures, residents are to leave material curbside, and the county will attempt to collect those locations during the week up to and including Friday.

LINX Transit: All LINX transit routes are currently operating across the County, however, delays can be expected to regular schedules.

Forestry: Residents are being advised to avoid entering county forests until further notice.

Social and Community Services Offices: Some Social & Community Services offices, including Barrie and Midland, may be closed due to ongoing power outages. Orillia’s office is open as they are able to operate by using backup power.

Paramedic Services: Paramedics have extra crews on following the ice storm. They are prioritizing calls, and having to navigate roads impacts their response time.