Trailer to be removed as RVH MRI upgrades progress

The RVH MRI trailer is shown in Barrie, Ont., in this image from Thurs., August 21, 2025. (CTV News/Mike Lang)

An important step of Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre’s (RVH) MRI service upgrades is taking place this weekend.

The hospital confirmed late Friday afternoon that the temporary MRI trailer is getting removed on Saturday. The trailer had been stationed between the Emergency Department entrance and main entrance as part of the temporary measures to maintain MRI service during construction.

“The MRI trailer has played an important role in supporting patient care while construction has been underway,” said RVH in a social media post. “Its removal marks an important step as this work continues.”

The health centre says some road closures will take effect on Saturday to allow for the trailer’s removal.

No vehicle or pedestrian access will be allowed in the closed section and Barrie Transit buses will be re-routed.

The Main Entrance and Main Parking lot will be accessible through Gallie Court only. The Emergency Department entrance and parking areas will be accessible through Georgian Drive only.