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East Gwillimbury Releases the 2022-2026 Term in Review

East Gwillimbury (EG) is pleased to release its 2022-2026 Term in Review, highlighting key activities and accomplishments achieved over the past four years. This report is the culmination of the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan, which was developed through community consultation. The report outlines the Town’s progress in advancing Council’s priorities and reflects EG’s commitment to building a safe, sustainable, and thriving community.

As one of Ontario’s fastest-growing municipalities, EG has...

EG residents encouraged to check the Voters’ List ahead of the 2026 election

The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is reminding eligible electors to check and confirm their information on the Voters’ List in advance of the Municipal and School Board Election on October 26, 2026.

The Voters’ List is used to prepare and deliver important voting information, including when and where to vote. Ensuring information is accurate helps ensure eligible electors receive their Voter Information Letter and avoid delays or additional steps when voting.

Eligible electors can check, update...

East Gwillimbury Wins 2024 Canadian Award for Excellence in Financial

The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is proud to announce that our Finance department has been awarded the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAFR) for the seventh consecutive year in a row by the Government of Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This award was given in recognition of the Town’s 2024 Financial Report, which exceeded the basic requirements of a financial plan in Canadian local governments.

The award-winning 2024 Annual Financial Report includes an in-depth outline of the...

Road Closures: Mount Albert Sports Day 5K Run/Walk

Road closures will be in effect as part of the Mount Albert Sports Day event. Main Street will be closed from noon on June 5 until 6 p.m. on June 7 between Victoria Street and the driveway of the Twisted Fork.

In addition to the weekend closure, the following roads will be closed on June 6 from 7:30 to10 a.m. for the Sports Day 5K Run/Walk:

• Main St.
• Centre St. (from Main St to just past Doane Rd.),
• King St. (from Centre St. to Main St.)

For more information, visit mountalbertsportsday.com

East Gwillimbury Approves New All-Way Stop to Improve Safety on King Street East

After hearing resident feedback and conducting a traffic safety review, a new all-way stop was installed at the intersection of King Street East and Viscount Way/Hammill Heights.

The Town completed a traffic safety review on King Street East to analyze traffic habits in the area. The study looked at how many vehicles use King Street East each day, how fast they drive, and whether current traffic controls are working as intended.

The traffic studies were completed at several locations along King...