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February 10 Meetings Highlights

2026 Nature’s Emporium Run for Southlake – A representative from the Southlake Health Foundation presented an update to Council on the 2026 run/walk taking place on April 26, 2026. Last year, Team EG raised $38,251 as part of the Mayor’s Challenge to help support patient care at Southlake Health. Registration is open, visit runforsouthlake.ca for details.

King Street All Way Stop – Staff presented the results of the King Street East traffic operations review, which looked at traffic volume, speed studies, and the use of all-way stops to improve traffic safety. The results of the review recommend the installation of an all-way stop at the intersection of King Street East and Viscount Way/Hammill Heights. View the report for more information. 

Minutes, correspondence, recommendations and by-law confirmations also appeared on the agendas.

Upcoming Council Meetings 

• Council Education Workshop – February 18 at 6 p.m. Workshop presentations: Invasive Species Centre, Coyote Watch Canada and Joint Official Plan and Complete Communities Secondary Plan Update. 
• Committee of the Whole Council – February 24 at 2 p.m.  
• Council – February 24 at 6 p.m.  

20337 Leslie Street – Alexander Planning Inc Join on Tuesday, February 24 at 6 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre to give feedback on the Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan applications to address the properties current split-zoning and to support the ongoing use of the site. 

19061, 19071 and 19083 Leslie Street – Thorstone Consulting Services Join on Tuesday, February 24 at 6 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre to give feedback on the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications to develop two mixed-use buildings on the consolidated property. 

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 at eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas. 

Get Involved! 

• Review Agendas eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas 
• Make Deputations eastgwillimbury.ca/Deputations 
• Watch Meetings youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury 
• Review the Council Information Package eastgwillimbury.ca/CIP 

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Upcoming Public Meetings - Engage with EG
The community is invited to learn more about both projects, ask questions and share thoughts and ideas at the upcoming open house sessions for:

Official Plan (OP) Review and Complete Communities Secondary Plan
Tuesday, February 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the EG Operations Centre (19850 Woodbine Avenue). EG’s Official Plan was adopted in 2022. However, it has been updated to align with the Provincial Planning Statement, which was updated in 2024, and EG’s Complete Communities Secondary Plan. Residents are welcome to attend the open house to learn more about the changes.

Thinking Green Development Standards (TGDS)
Thursday, February 19, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street). Join the project team to review the proposed TGDS for new developments and share ideas on the project. The TGDS outline the Town’s sustainability expectations and encourages new developments to be environmentally friendly, socially responsible, and economically sustainable.

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/PublicMeetings for details and to learn more about each project.

Family Day Hours
The Civic Centre will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Family Day. If you have an emergency with regards to water, sewers, or roads, please call 905-478-4282 and press option 3.

Find our holiday hours of operation for all Town facilities at eastgwillimbury.ca/Holidays. Looking for something to do on Family Day? Check out details on the Town's Family Day event below! 

Enhance EG Yonge Street Revitalization Construction Update
The Enhanced EG Yonge Street Revitalization project is transitioning to a single phase, scheduled for completion by late August 2026. For the remainder of the project, traffic controls will remain in place. Road closures will take place throughout the project as needed. Signage will be in place to guide travellers. 

Work includes construction of multi-use paths, road resurfacing, sidewalk connections, watermain and storm sewer installation and culvert rehabilitation.  

Local access to all properties within the work zone, including homes and businesses, the Holland Landing Fire Station and the Holland Landing Community Centre and Library, will be maintained during construction. 

For more information and to view the project map, please visit eastgwillimbury.ca/EnhanceEG. 

Mosquito Control Program
Weather permitting, from mid-March to late May, the biological larvicide VectoBac 200G [PCP#18158, granular formulation] will be applied by helicopter to select standing water mosquito breeding habitats within EG. View the treatment areas at eastgwillimbury.ca/Mosquito.

This product contains B.t.i., which is specific to mosquito larvae. Mortality results occur within 24 hours; the larvicide biodegrades within 72 hours. If you have questions, contact Dave Dodwell from EG at 905-478-4283 ext. 1296 or ddodwell@eastgwillimbury.ca or contact the Town’s contractor from Pestalto Environmental, Morgan Tyler, at 1-866-648-7773 or morgan.tyler@pestalto.com. 

Youth Support Fund Financial Assistance 
Every child deserves the chance to participate in recreation and sport programs. East Gwillimbury’s Youth Support Fund helps local families access programs for youth under 19, removing financial barriers so kids can play, grow, and thrive. Confidential applications are accepted year-round and can be submitted online or in person at the Civic Centre. For more information and to apply, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/YSF. 

Purchase 2026 Burn Permits and Pet Licenses Online
Did you know that recreational burn permits and pet licenses must be purchased annually? Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/OnlineServices to purchase your 2026 permits and licences!

Submit Proposals for Public Art in Carnaby Park 
We are calling all professional Canadian artists to apply to feature their art in EG! Submit an art piece proposal for consideration in Carnaby Park located in the community of Queensville by April 30, 2026, at 3 p.m. 

Proposals must showcase Canadian history, national identity, remembrance or Canada’s role in the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/ArtsAndCulture.  

Summer Camp Registration Opens Monday
Whether it’s first-time campers, artists, makers, athletes, nature enthusiasts, animal lovers, aspiring superheroes, or future leaders. We have something fun to make this summer one to remember.

• Resident registration opens on February 16 at 10 a.m. online and in-person
• Non-resident registration opens February 23 at 8:30 a.m.

Our 2026 Summer Camp Guide is available at eastgwillimbury.ca/SummerCamps. View the Guide for everything you need to know, including a full list of our camps!

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Director, People and Belonging
• Aqua Fitness Instructor
• Municipal Law Enforcement Student
• Building Student
• Procurement Analyst
• Planning Student
• Facility Operator II (Arena Focus)
• Manager of Roads
• Summer Student, Parks
• Cooking Instructor
• HALP - Fitness Instructor
• Hockey Camp Instructor
• Seasonal Parks Labourer
• Tai Chi Instructor

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers now to apply!

Family Fun Day
Bring your family and join us for Family Fun Day in EG on February 16!

HALP
Join us from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.:

• Summer camp registration (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Health and Active Living Fair
• Face painting
• Balloon twisting
• Family yoga ($)
• Free public swim (2 to 4 p.m.)
• Women’s swim ($)
• Food and beverage vendors ($)

EG Sports Complex
Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a free public skate and summer camp registration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thank you to our sponsors and community partners for this event:

• Club Pilates
• Queensville Pharmacy
• Queensville Dental
• Newmarket Orthodontics
• East Gwillimbury Minor Hockey Association

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/FamilyFunDay.

BHM Market and Community Event
This February, we’re honouring Black history, culture, and achievement, with a focus on the BHM 2026 theme of Fostering our Interconnectedness. Join us for a free community celebration in partnership with the EG Public Library on Saturday, February 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring various activities and our first BHM Market! What can you expect?

• African Drumming Workshop
• Socasize Fitness Class
• Kuumba Wellness Zine Making
• Mixed Media Workshop: Crafting our Interconnectedness
• Children's Book Reading and Presentation
• Mixed Media Workshop: Crafting our Interconnectedness
• Culturally Relevant Cooking Class
• Black-Owned Vendors’ Market

Learn more and register at eastgwillimbury.ca/BHM.

Coldest Night of the Year
Join Team EG for the Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk on February 28 to support Blue Door Shelter and individuals or families experiencing homelessness, hurt and hunger. Learn more, donate or register to Team EG at eastgwillimbury.ca/CNOY.

Love Local
Local looks good on you! Choosing local businesses means investing in the people and passion behind them. From main streets to hidden gems, our local businesses make East Gwillimbury a great place to live, work, and shop. Learn how you can support local in your community at advantageeg.ca/egloveslocal. 

Upcoming Workshops for Entrepreneurs

• February 17 – AI Tools for Design and Social Media (Virtual)
• February 19 – Business Speed Networking with WareShare (In-Person)
• February 24 – Create Marketing and Social Content Using Canva (In-Person)
• February 24 - Built to Grow (Workshop for Black Entrepreneurs in York Region) (Virtual)
• February 25 – Short-Form Video Trends (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts) (Virtual)
• February 26 – TechConnex Business Peer-to-Peer and Networking (In-Person)

Free registration: AdvantageEG.ca/Events.

Built to Grow: Strengthening Your Brand, Systems, and Skills for Scale A Free Workshop for Black Entrepreneurs in York Region
Join us on Tuesday, February 24 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for a virtual workshop designed for Black founders who have proven demand and are now asking, “What’s next?". Scaling a business requires more than talent and hard work. It requires clarity, structure, and transferable skills that allow the business to grow without burning out the owner. Participants will explore how to evolve their brand from personal hustle to professional operation, introduce simple processes that support consistency, and build foundational business skills that strengthen decision-making, leadership, and long-term growth. The session also highlights professional development and certification pathways through the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance (BEA) and YSpace that directly support business scaling. Register online.

Love is in the air at the library! 
Stop by to explore our Valentine’s Day book displays, featuring heartwarming, funny, and sweet reads for every age—from little ones to lifelong romantics. Learn more at egpl.ca.

 Find more events or submit your own!