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Automated Speed Enforcement in Sharon

Slow down East Gwillimbury! York Region has installed an Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) camera on Leslie St. in front of Sharon Public School. ASE is a system that uses a camera and speed measurement device to enforce speed limits in identified areas. If a vehicle exceeds the posted speed limit in an automated speed enforcement area, the automated speed enforcement system captures an image which is reviewed by a provincial offences officer. An image of the offence, license plate and ticket...

Town Looking to Identify Key Issues for Local Businesses

In recognition of the significant impact of the pandemic on local businesses, the Town of EG will be launching a Business Retention & Expansion (BR + E) interview initiative to better understand and respond to the needs of local businesses.

This project will use phone interviews to survey businesses to gain insights into how to best support their ongoing recovery. Analysis of the survey results will provide the Town with a comprehensive understanding of the future plans and needs of local businesses,...

Overnight permit parking permits available

The Town is offering a new permit-based overnight parking program. 
The permitted parking program has been developed as a measure to address immediate parking challenges in the community while a more comprehensive analysis is undertaken. 

Learn more about the Permit-Based Overnight Parking Program 

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A look back 

Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) – September 10, 2025 – 10 a.m. 

The Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee brought forward a report recommending funding for the 2026 Lunar New Year event in EG. 

Draft 2026 Business Plans were shared by the Town and Library. 

Parks, Recreation and Culture (PRC) brought forward a report

Milestone Moment: East Gwillimbury Health and Active Living Plaza Grand Opening Weekend

East Gwillimbury (EG) is inviting residents and community members to the Health and Active Living Plaza Grand Opening Weekend. Join the celebration and be a part of EG history on Friday, October 17 from 5 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 160 Jim Mortson Drive.

The inaugural weekend activities include an initial look at EG’s first Aquatic Centre, complete with lap pool, lazy river, therapy pool, and diving board. As EG’s largest recreation and...