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East Gwillimbury Installs Georgina Island First Nation Flag

East Gwillimbury (EG) was honoured to permanently install the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation (GIFN) flag today in its Council Chambers at the Civic Centre. The flag installation reflects the Town’s commitment to truth, reconciliation and strengthening relationships with the GIFN.

GIFN Chief Donna Big Canoe and GIFN Cultural Coordinator Vicky Wolske joined the event to commemorate the occasion. Vicky led a traditional prayer and ceremony.

The Town of East Gwillimbury is located upon...

Notice of Repeal Designation By-law Under Section 32(5) of the Ontario Heritage Act

Notice of Repeal Designation By-law Under Section 32(5) of the Ontario Heritage Act

The Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.18 as amended, provides that an owner of property designated under the Ontario Heritage Act may apply to Municipal Council to repeal the by-law or part thereof designating the property.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Town of East Gwillimbury has passed a by-law (2025-040) to repeal by-law 2015-003 designating 574 Green Lane East, Part of Lot 101, Concession 1, EYS, Part...

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June 27, 2025 Town Page

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A look back

CWC  – June 24, 2025, 2 p.m. 
EG’s Integrity Commissioner presented their 2024 Annual Report and shared a report on an Updated Council/Committee Code of Conduct.

Development Services (DS) shared a report on Green Earth Village Allocation and Southlake support.  
DS shared a report on repealing a Heritage Designation for 574...

Understanding Green Flashing Lights in East Gwillimbury

Understanding Green Flashing Lights in East Gwillimbury A Lifesaving Signal from Your Community's Firefighters

In an emergency, seconds count and every moment on the road matters. That’s why East Gwillimbury Fire and Emergency Service (EGFES) is urging the public to recognize and respect green flashing lights on personal vehicles. This is a signal that a Paid On-Call Firefighter is responding to an emergency.

Green flashing lights are not just decorative - they are a vital part of emergency...