Strategically Located in Barrie
Highway 400 direct access. One hour to Toronto. Zero GTA congestion. The perfect location for serving Ontario and beyond.
TL;DR - Key Takeaways
- •241 King St, Barrie, ON - 60 minutes north of Toronto on Highway 400
- •20-30% cost savings vs Toronto with same 1-2 day GTA delivery times
- •Zero traffic congestion for faster processing and carrier pickups
- •8,000 sq ft facility with 2,500 sq ft climate-controlled storage
- •All major carriers service Barrie with same shipping zones as Toronto
Why Barrie?
HELVIA is strategically positioned in Barrie, Ontario, at the nexus of Highway 400—one of Canada's most important transportation corridors. This location offers unparalleled access to markets across Ontario while avoiding the costs and delays of operating in the Greater Toronto Area.
Direct Highway 400 Access
Located right off Highway 400, our facility provides seamless access to Toronto (60 min), Ottawa (3.5 hrs), and the entire Golden Horseshoe region. Carriers love our location—no navigating congested city streets.
20-30% Lower Operating Costs
Commercial real estate, labor costs, and overhead in Barrie are significantly lower than Toronto. We pass these savings directly to our clients through competitive pricing.
Faster Carrier Pickups
No GTA traffic means carriers can reach us faster and more reliably. This translates to more pickup windows, faster delivery times, and fewer weather/traffic delays affecting your shipments.
Barrie, ON L4N 6B5
Our Service Area
1-2 Day Delivery
- • Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
- • Ottawa & Eastern Ontario
- • Kitchener-Waterloo
- • London & Southwestern Ontario
- • Hamilton & Niagara
2-3 Day Delivery
- • All of Ontario
- • Montreal & Quebec
- • Manitoba & Saskatchewan
- • Western Canada regions
3-5 Day Delivery
- • All of Canada
- • Continental United States
- • Expedited shipping available
State-of-the-Art Facility
Total Space
Modern warehouse space with room to grow
Climate-Controlled
Temperature & humidity controlled storage
Loading Docks
High-volume receiving and shipping capacity
Security & Monitoring
- 24/7 video surveillance with recording
- Controlled access with keycard entry
- Fire detection and suppression systems
- Backup power systems
- Comprehensive insurance coverage
Certifications & Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015
- HACCP Certified
- FSSC 22000
Barrie vs Toronto Cost Savings
See the real cost difference. These are industry-average comparisons based on typical service rates.
| Service | Toronto Avg | HELVIA | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storage (per cubic foot/month) | $6.50 | $4.50 | 31% |
| Pick & Pack (per order) | $5.25 | $3.75 | 29% |
| Receiving (per pallet) | $45.00 | $32.00 | 29% |
| Kitting (per unit) | $2.50 | $1.75 | 30% |
| Estimated Monthly Savings | $3,500 - $12,000/month | ||
* Based on average monthly volume of 2,500 orders and 1,500 cu ft storage. Your actual savings may vary based on your specific requirements.
Location Questions
Barrie offers three key advantages: (1) 20-30% cost savings vs Toronto on storage, pick & pack, and receiving due to lower real estate and labor costs, (2) Same 1-2 day delivery times to the GTA and major Ontario cities as Toronto facilities, (3) Zero traffic congestion for faster processing and carrier pickups. You get GTA service quality at Barrie prices.