The City of Barrie has posted the following to its website regarding the Sea Cadets parade ground and multi-use sports field.
Mayor Alex Nuttall issued Mayoral Direction MDIR002-24, directing staff to pause actioning Council motion 24-G-111 in order to allow for public consultation to occur and be presented back to council later this fall.
Download Marshall Green’s report, ‘The Southshore, Barrie Sports and a Revitalized Downtown.’
On May 15, 2024, Barrie City Council approved a motion to build a Sea Cadets parade ground and youth multi-use sports field in Allandale Station Park, east of Military Heritage Park. A refined location was announced on June 18, 2024.
A new Sea Cadets parade ground for parade ground events and multi-use field offers opportunities for enhanced use of the waterfront for residents, visitors, and for event planning by the City and the community. Approval of this motion supports Council's Strategic Priority of Thriving Communities: creating and fostering programs and opportunities to support community wellness; and expanding and maximizing access to parks and recreation opportunities in the city.
The project includes a 600m² addition to the General John Hayter Southshore Community Centre to accommodate the Sea Cadets. The Sea Cadets have long been located near the Spirit Catcher and finding another location for safety reasons for them has been before Barrie City Council for many years. This move will ensure the Cadets have a suitable location on the waterfront to ensure the safety of children and youth participating in their programs. It also aligns with Barre’s Waterfront Strategic Plan, which was updated in 2023.
The entire post, including more information about the project, can be found here.
