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Special Council Highlights from April 14 

Council Education Session was held with the following topics: 

York Regional Police (YRP) Update - YRP provided an update on their services in East Gwillimbury (EG) including the top offenses in EG, and different tools to help keep EG safe, such as a security camera registry and Neighbourhood Watch groups. EG, based on statistics, is one of the safest places to live in York Region. Learn more about their services at YRP.ca or watch the full presentation on EG’s YouTube channel.  

Asset Management Progress Update - Every municipality is required to have an asset management plan and report on their progress on implementing the plan to ensure they are planning for the long-term maintenance and replacement of assets such as roads, parks, vehicles, facilities and more. Learn more and review the presentation here.  

Financial Condition Assessment - An assessment of the Town’s financial condition has been conducted to ensure the long-term financial health of the Town. The Town is currently in a strong financial position with strong assessment growth, zero municipal debt and healthy reserves. Learn more and review the presentation here.  

Upcoming Council Meetings 

April 21 - Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) at 2 p.m. and Council at 6 p.m. 

May 5 - CWC at 10 a.m. and Council at 2 p.m. 

Meetings are held in Council Chambers at the Civic Centre located at 19000 Leslie Street.  

The agenda for these meetings will be available at noon on the Thursday before the meeting on our agendas page eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas. 

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Shop Local
When you shop local in EG, you’re supporting neighbours, families, and the local economy. Learn more about supporting local in EG on our EG Loves Local page.

Yard Waste Collection
Spring cleaning your yard? Yard waste collection is here and takes place bi-weekly on your scheduled collection day. 

Please place yard waste in paper, compostable bags at the side of the street with the rest of your collection bins. Residents can also place yard waste in open top containers (with handles) that are labelled with yellow yard waste stickers.

Download the Recycle Coach App today to receive personalized collection reminders and search what goes where. Learn more on our Waste page.

Customer Service Portal
Did you know EG has an online customer service portal? You can quickly create a service request and check your previous entries. The customer service portal can help you with:

• Streetlight outages
• Road and traffic concerns
• Water and wastewater inquiries
• Parks and trails
• By-law concerns
• Missed waste collections
• Other general inquiries

Visit the Customer Service Portal page.

Survey to Guide New EG Website
A new and improved website is on the way! We’re looking for your feedback to help guide a better online experience. Take a few minutes to complete our survey and tell us what you like, what you don’t, and what you’d love to see on our future website. Learn more or complete the survey by April 24 at 4 p.m. on our Website Update page.

Mosquito Control Program
EG’s Mosquito Control Program begins on April 19, weather permitting. Application will start in Holland Landing and travel throughout town, with control activities anticipated to last for approximately two weeks.

During this time, helicopters will be taking off and landing from various locations throughout EG to apply larvicide to standing water from relatively low altitudes.

Some helicopter noise can be expected during this period, within the hours permitted under the Noise Control By-law #2022-018. 

Learn more on our Mosquito page.

Tennis Courts Closure
As part of our summer parks improvement projects, the tennis courts located at the Holland Landing Community Centre Park (19513 Yonge Street) are closed. The space will include three new tennis courts, fencing, lighting, paths, and fixture upgrades. The courts are planned to reopen in the summer.

Visit another court during construction:

• Queensville Park - (1590 Queensville Sideroad)
• Ridge View Park - (126 Dogwood Boulevard)
• Shannon Park - (84 King Street)
• Ross Family Complex - (19300 Centre Street)
• Sharon Hills Park - (191 Colonel Wayling Boulevard)

Learn more about our Parks Projects page.

Lake Simcoe Flooding Advisory
Attention EG! Lake Simcoe water levels are well above average for this time of year. Shoreline flooding is imminent or already occurring in shoreline communities.

About 60 mm of rain has fallen over the past five days, with more heavy rain expected.  Strong northwest winds are also increasing wave action and flooding risk along the shoreline.

Water levels are expected to rise a further 2 cm per day. Flooding is occurring in low-lying shoreline areas including Jackson’s Point, Georgina, and Ramara. There is a high risk of dike overtopping or failure in the Keswick, Kolbar, and Bradford polders. Localized storm surge/seiche effects are possible. Remaining lake ice is breaking up and ice pile-up is possible.

Water and Flooding Safety Tips:

• Exercise extreme caution near water
• Keep children away from watercourses and supervise closely
• Residents in flood-prone areas should prepare for flooding and possible sandbagging 
• Evacuation may be required if dikes or berms fail or overtop
• Be mindful of road closures and adhere to detour signs if water is on the road
• At home, check your sump pump regularly to ensure it is working properly. Make sure your pump is discharging at a high point on your lawn to ensure it does not redirect back into your basement. It is advised to have a backflow preventer on your sump pump discharge line
• If you experience flooding in your basement, be mindful of electrical hazards that may be present

For more information visit the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority page.

Candidate Information Session
Have you ever thought about stepping into a leadership role in your community? 

Our Candidate Information Session is designed to help you learn more about running for Council, school board trustee, or registering as a third-party advertiser. Join us in person at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street) or tune in online on April 23 at 7 p.m.

All experience matters, especially curiosity and passion for your community. Everyone is welcome! Learn more at electionseg.ca.

Nominations Open May 1 for the 2026 Municipal Election 
Your community. Your leadership. 

Ever thought about running for Council? The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election opens on May 1. Your community experience, passion and new ideas matter. Local decisions shape our roads, parks, recreation programs and more. 

Ready to make an impact in East Gwillimbury? Learn how to become a candidate at electionseg.ca. 

Civic Centre Site Revitalization Open House
Have you been to the Civic Centre, and do you have ideas about the amenities that would enhance the site outdoors? We want to hear your vision for the Civic Centre Site Revitalization project! Your feedback could help bring an outdoor amphitheatre, seasonal skating, new playground and more to the space.

Join the conversation on Thursday, April 23, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre to review and provide feedback on the draft plans and learn more about the project. For details, please visit the Civic Centre Revitalization page.

Celebrate Earth Month all Month Long in EG!
Earth Day is more than a day in EG - it’s a month of action! Join us for cleanups, creative workshops, a guided nature walk and more as we celebrate Earth Month together. Let’s keep EG clean, green and thriving. Join us throughout the month for:

• Community Cleanup TOMORROW from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre
• Earth Day Flag Raising on April 22 at 11:30 a.m. outside at the EG Civic Centre at the community flagpole
• “The Art of Upcycling” Workshop in partnership with the EG Public Library on April 25 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Queensville Branch
• Guided Nature Walk on May 2 at 11 a.m. at the Nokiidaa trail (Mount Albert Road and Yonge Street)

Learn more and register for events on our Eco Empowerment page.

Seniors’ Spring Bus Trips
Hit the road with EG for our next older adult bus trips! Registration is open for:

• Creemore Brewery - May 12. Register by April 23.
• St Jacobs Market - June 23

To register, view the Older Adult guide or learn more about programs, visit our Older Adults page.

Register for Tennis Programs
Register now for tennis programs at Ridgeview Park (126 Dog Wood Boulevard). These programs are great for kids, youth, adults and pickleballers. Programs start April 27. Register today for:

• Tennis for Kids - Green Ball
• Tennis for Kids - Orange Ball
• Tennis for Kids - Red Ball
• Tennis - Adult Beginner Level 2

Before registering, residents are reminded to update their address in their ActiveNet account to East Gwillimbury to ensure access to resident program fees.

View the guide for various other programs and register on our Guide page.

Music and Market Nights
Join us every Tuesday in July and August from 4 to 9 p.m. for Music and Market Nights! Each week, enjoy live performances and a vendor market featuring a variety of local artisans, farmers, food vendors and small businesses. We are still accepting vendor applications for the season. Payments for regular market vendor applications are due Friday, April 24.

Our musical act lineup is confirmed! View the awesome opening and headlining bands on our Music and Market page. Get ready for a summer filled with dancing, delicious food and amazing music.

Celebrate Youth Week from May 1 to 8
Come and get active with EG and connect with your peers. Join us for Youth Week from May 1 to 8 for various FREE programs and activities! Enjoy swim nights, basketball and volleyball, the teen zone, sledge hockey and cardio and stretch night. Choose from various dates and times and get active with us on our Youth Week page. 

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

Part-time

• Recreation Programmer - Older Adults

Seasonal:

• Tai Chi Instructor
• HALP Fitness Instructor

Municipal Elections

• Joint Compliance Audit Committee York Region

Visit our Careers page to apply.

Weekend Metrolinx Service
Due to construction, there will be no GO Transit service between Downsview Park GO and Union Station on April 18 and 19. Regular train service resumes on April 20. For details and alternate options, visit metrolinx.ca.

Run for Southlake
Grab your sneakers and lace up for a great cause. Join Team EG at the 5KM Nature’s Emporium Run or Walk for Southlake Foundation on April 26 from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Newmarket Senior's Meeting Place (474 Davis Drive) to make a difference in our community. Learn more on their website.

York Region Transit Service Changes
Beginning April 26, York Region Transit (YRT) is updating its trip planning tool to include the detour route through Holland Landing. This detour is part of the Holland Landing Downtown Revitalization project, which will enhance the downtown area. Don’t forget to shop local and support your local businesses during this construction. For more information, visit yrt.ca/ServiceChanges.

Rabies Vaccine and Microchip Clinic
Join us for a Microchip Clinic on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Albert Lions Community Centre (5057 Mount Albert Road) in partnership with Aurora Animal Services and Vets Around the Corner.

This clinic provides residents with a low-cost opportunity to vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies. Appointments are not required, and walk-ins are welcome.
Fees:

• Rabies vaccine $50 + tax
• Microchip $35 + tax
• Nail Trim $20 + tax

The Town of Aurora launched a Pet Food Bank program to offer temporary pet food assistance to residents of Aurora, EG and Georgina. Residents can apply online at aurora.ca/PetFoodBank.

Donations of unopened dry or canned pet food for cats, dogs, and other small animals are also welcome. Donations can be dropped off at the Joint Operations Centre (229 Industrial Parkway North) Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Earth Week at Your Library
Celebrate Earth Week with the library by turning creativity into sustainability! Join our Reuse and Create: Earth Week Makers drop-in program for all ages, to see how everyday materials can be transformed into something new and inspiring. Learn more at egpl.ca.

 Find more events or submit your own!