Barrie Public Library, Barrie - 60 Worsley St, Downtown Branch

Barrie Public Library

Service: Downtown Branch

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Record #: BAR4024

Last Full Update: 30 Jun 2026

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Public Comments

For bus routes near the Downtown branch, see City of Barrie Transit website for more information

Contacts

Office Phone	705-728-1010
E-Mail	AskUs@barrielibrary.ca
Website	http://www.barrielibrary.ca/
Social Media	Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram
Primary Contact	Luke McKee, Manager, Downtown Library and Connections; Email: luke.mckee@barrielibrary.ca
Alternate Contact	Laura LaFleshe, Director, Community, Connections and Content; Email: laura.lafleshe@barrielibrary.ca
Hours	Mon-Thu 9:30 am-9 pm Fri-Sun 9:30 am-5 pm see holiday hours Library board meetings held monthly from Sep-Jun, meetings open to the public

Description and Service

Description (Service)	Provides informational, recreational and cultural resources for all ages Resources/Services include: Books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, CDs, eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital resources, music and video streaming Library of Things including musical instruments, sporting equipment, board games, museum passes, tools etc. Creative Spaces Programming and events for children, teens and adults. See the events calendar.. Online databases through the library website with a library membership. Including online tutoring for elementary to post secondary students in a variety of subjects Multilingual and language learning materials and resources Public computers and internet access. All computers have assistive technology and Microsoft suite Bookable study and meeting spaces Accessible material includes Talking Book Service, Large Print Book Collection, and CELA materials available Print material magnifier for the visually impaired Visiting Library Service available to individuals who cannot visit the library in person Local history collection, Births/Deaths/Marriages indexes, microfilm/fiche reader/printers Seasonal Seed Library - a collection of seeds that are available for community members to borrow and grow in their own gardens Library collection of Ontario Ancestors resources, Simcoe County Branch Library visits and tours Information Barrie Operates as a community information and referral service Maintains the Information Barrie Community Directory of community organizations/services including non-profit agencies, government offices, health services, clubs and special interest organizations, daycare services and support groups in the Barrie area Maintains a Volunteer Database which connects volunteers with local volunteer opportunities Directory and Volunteer Database are free to use and continuously updated. Both are available through the library website.. Annual Barrie Dragon Boat Festival held in August and involves Dragon boat races and land-based activities the Festival is in support of Barrie Public Library plus other local charities Chief Executive Officer is Lauren Jessop, lauren.jessop@barrielibrary.ca
Eligibility	See eligibility criteria on website: www.barrielibrary.ca/about-bpl/get-a-card
Application	Apply in person or online for a library card, see Get a Library Card For all memberships, current name and address identification must be provided Additional identification may be required for some membership types
Languages	English; French; French assistance - based on staff availability Multi-lingual collections and resources Publications, Interpretation, depending on availability of staff
Fees	None. Can join for a fee if outside of the eligibility criteria for a free membership Fees may apply for Creative Space materials

Location Information

Areas Served	Barrie ; Oro-Medonte
Description (Site)	Barrie Public Library is located in downtown Barrie at the intersection of Owen St and Worsley St.
Located In Community	Barrie
Address & Map	60 Worsley St Barrie, ON Canada L4M 1L6
Intersection	Owen St and Worsley St
Mailing Address	60 Worsley St Barrie, ON Canada L4M 1L6
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

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