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Seasonal road weight limits in effect

Beginning on Monday, March 3, seasonal load restrictions will be in effect.

Commercial vehicles or trailers with a weight above five tonnes or 11,000 pounds per axle will be prohibited on roads where restriction signage is posted and on all truck routes identified as restricted. These restrictions also apply to all non-truck routes.

During the spring thaw period, East Gwillimbury’s road network comprised of mostly surface treated roads cannot withstand heavy vehicle use and loads. Every year, the...

Be a Fire Hydrant Hero

Do you have a fire hydrant in front of your home or business? The EG Fire and Emergency Service team is asking for your help to keep fire hydrants clear of snow. In return, we'll enter your name for a chance to win a $50 gift card to a local restaurant.

Clearing Fire Hydrants

Obstructed fire hydrants can create a delay in firefighting operations. Every time it snows, help your emergency service team by shoveling one meter (three feet) of snow from around the hydrant so it is easily accessible in...

Notice of Construction - Yonge Street from Davis Drive to Green Lane

Notice of Construction and Traffic Impacts, Yonge Street from Davis Drive to Green Lane

York Region is transforming Yonge Street from Davis Drive to Green Lane to meet travel needs and support growth and development in the Town of Newmarket and Town of East Gwillimbury. Crews will start road widening in summer 2025.

Completed work

• Relocated utilities and telecommunications
• Built noise barrier fences, retaining walls and temporary sidewalks
• Replaced storm sewers, culverts and watermains
• Installed...

Canada Post Services Resume

After a month-long strike, Canada Post services resumed on Tuesday, December 17. East Gwillimbury December water bills have been mailed out but may take weeks to arrive as Canada Post works through the backlog. The Town has resumed regular processing of mail services for water and property tax bills.

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#EndHate Campaign in York Region

The Municipal Diversity and Inclusion Group (MDIG) in York Region is advancing collective actions to help increase a sense of belonging and decrease incidents of hate.

Statistics Canada reports the number of police reported hate crimes in Canada rose by 32.3% between 2022 and 2023, even though some victims might not report a hate crime they experienced. York Regional Police (YRP) reports an increase in hate incidents in recent years. In 2023, they report that the most common motivational factors...