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Vivian Creek Trail Closure

EG, in partnership with the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA), are making improvements to Vivian Creek Park.

We are improving drainage and enhancing local wetlands and stream restoration along Vivian Creek, adjacent to the trail. The goal of the project is to redirect some of the excess drainage away from the trail system and into the newly constructed wetland features. The stream restoration is located adjacent to the existing trail system, where erosion is approaching the trail...

Learn about On-Request Transit Service

You are invited!

Learn more about York Region Transit’s (YRT) improved On-Request service on Tuesday, September 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Mount Albert Lions Community Centre, 5057 Mount Albert Road. Join YRT for a presentation about On-Request services being planned in East Gwillimbury. Learn how to use the service, make connections to neighboring towns, technology updates and improvements for booking rides and ask questions to the transit experts.
Learn more on the York Region Transit website...

East Gwillimbury delegation attends Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference

East Gwillimbury delegation attends Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference in support of local priorities

An East Gwillimbury (EG) delegation consisting of members of municipal Council and staff attended the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, August 18 – 21 in Ottawa, Ontario.

The annual conference is AMO's premier event, which provides Ontario municipalities an opportunity to speak with provincial decision-makers on matters of mutual interest.

EG’s...

Let’s EnGage - Help us plan unforgettable moments in EG

East Gwillimbury (EG) is planning the future of Town events and wants to engage with you. EG’s Municipal Events Strategy development process is underway with various opportunities for all community members to share thoughts, ideas, and feedback until Friday, August 30, 2024.

The strategy will identify ways EG can grow and improve events and partnerships, guide future event planning, and help lead a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable community. To ensure the strategy reflects the thoughts...

Celebrating the Arts: A Taste of Culture happens next weekend in EG!

Celebrating the Arts: A Taste of Culture happens next weekend in EG!

All roads lead to East Gwillimbury (EG) next weekend for the ultimate art, culture, food, and music extravaganza; Celebrating the Arts: A Taste of Culture (TOC). Admission is free for this two-day event experience presented by Rice Group which takes place on Friday, August 9 from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, August 10 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street, Sharon). This promises to be an unforgettable...