The City of Barrie, Ont., will host a virtual Canada Day event on July 1 instead of holding its annual gathering at the waterfront and downtown area.

“At the advice of the health unit, the city’s emergency operation control group has made the difficult decision to cancel the traditional Canada Day festivities,” Michael Prowse, Barrie’s chief administrative officer, said in a statement.

“We know this event is one that many look forward to, but the health of our citizens comes first.”

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