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Waste Collection Changes

Do you have thoughts on Waste Collection in East Gwillimbury?

We want your feedback and suggestions as we move forward with our upcoming Waste Collection plan and contract.

We’re looking for your input on:

• Future waste collection service options and timelines
• Carts vs. bag-based collection
• Collection options for garbage and organics
• Cart/tote sizes
• Estimated costs
• Satisfaction with the current service
• Ideas and priorities for future waste collection services

To learn more about Blue Box changes and waste...

Notice of Night Work - Yonge Street

Night work is taking place as part of road widening and improvements on Yonge Street from Davis Drive to Green Lane in the Town of Newmarket and Town of East Gwillimbury.

Description

• Night work on Yonge Street, between Davis Drive and Green Lane, to complete storm sewer crossings 

Dates

• Sunday, September 21, 2025 and Monday, September 22, 2025, during the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.

Impacts to residents and travellers

• Lanes will be reduced while work is underway
• Access to driveways and entrances will be...

September 19, 2025 Town Page

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Customer Service is here to help! Contact the team by calling 905-478-4282 or online through:

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A look back 
Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) – September 16, 2025 – 2 p.m. 

The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee brought forward a report on an “Arts and Culture Master Plan.” 
The Finance department brought forward a report outlining the 2026 Budget Development, including principles and timelines. 

Development Services (DS)...

September 12, 2025 Town Page

-Stay connected to the Town

Customer Service is here to help! Contact the team by calling 905-478-4282 or online through:

Email Customer Service  Customer Service Website Page 

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...