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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...

Celebrate Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month in East Gwillimbury

June is a time to celebrate, reflect, and come together. The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) invites the community to take part in a series of events throughout June in recognition of Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month (NIHM).

Residents and visitors are encouraged to join in meaningful, inclusive programming that celebrates the diversity, cultures, and contributions of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and Indigenous Peoples.

Event Details:

NIHM Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday, June 1, at 10 a.m....

Youth Week Programs

Each May from May 1 to 8 EG celebrates National Youth Week. This year, we are offering a variety of youth programs, for FREE! Bring your friends or make new ones with swim nights, basketball and volleyball, the teen zone, sledge hockey and cardio and stretch night this May! 

Discover what’s happening for youth in East Gwillimbury and stay up to date on programs and activities.   Youth Programs

Notice of Nomination - 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections

Notice of Nomination for Office 2026 Municipal and School Board Elections Notice to All Municipal Electors in the Town of East Gwillimbury

This notice is for anyone proposing to be a candidate in the 2026 municipal and school board elections on October 26, 2026. Nominations for the positions listed below must be filed on the prescribed form available either in person or by your agent, with the Returning Officer or designate during normal office hours commencing May 1 to August 20, 2026, and...

Volunteer Appreciation Event

Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.
Location:  East Gwillimbury (EG) Sports Complex, 1914B Mount Albert Road

Let's recognize and celebrate every volunteer and each contribution they make to strengthen our community. 

The theme for National Volunteer Week 2026 is Ignite Volunteerism. It celebrates the power, impact, and importance of volunteer efforts across Canada, and encourages people to spark civic participation, strengthen the culture of volunteering, and share stories that inspire others...