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Council Highlights from the February 21, 2024 Committee of the Whole Council and Council meetings will be included in next week’s eNewsletter. You can review the Agendas at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas or watch the meetings at www.youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury.
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2024 Property Taxes Due
2024 interim tax bills were mailed by January 26, 2024. The due dates for the 2024 interim tax bills are February 29, 2024 and the second installment is due April 30, 2024. Payments can be made at your bank, online/phone banking, through our online portal or through a pre-authorized payment plan.
If you did not receive your bill, please contact Customer Service at 905-478-4282, and we will re-issue your bill. Residents can also register to access tax bills online via the Town’s online portal. To set-up your account, find your 5-digit access code on your water or tax bills. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/PropertyTax
Final Draft Tree Protection By-law Open House
The Town is seeking public feedback on the Draft Tree Protection By-law. The Town recognizes that trees provide various important environmental, social, health and economic benefits. The draft by-law intends to strike an appropriate balance between protecting the tree canopy cover and maintaining flexibility for landowners to responsibly manage their trees through a variety of mechanisms including exemptions, exemption permits and standard permits.
Residents are invited to review the draft by-law and provide feedback at the upcoming Public Open House:
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
5 to 8 p.m.
East Gwillimbury Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie St.
To view a map of impacted areas, proposed changes and draft by-law, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Parks
Summer Camp Registration
Summer camp registration is open and camps are now 50% full! Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/SummerCamp to view the Camp Guide and register for a variety of camps including sports, karate, arts, and more.
East Gwillimbury Farmers Market
The East Gwillimbury Farmers Market is looking for vendors for the 2024 season! Vendors can enjoy early-bird pricing until February 29. Learn more and register to be a vendor at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/FarmersMarket
EG is hiring for various positions, including:
- By-law and Licensing Administrator
- Camp Supervisor
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Engagement Officer (part-time)
- Fire Chief
- Fire and Emergency Services Student
- Fitness Staff
- Municipal Law Enforcement Student
- Planning Student
- Seasonal Parks Labourer
- Strategic Advisor
- Student Parks Labourer
- Yoga Instructor, Seasonal
Learn more or apply at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers
EG is recruiting for two Council Advisory Committees:
EG's Accessibility Advisory Committee
We’re looking for EG Accessibility Advisory Committee volunteers to:
- Advise on the Town’s Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
- Review site plans for accessibility
- Connect with the York Region Accessibility Advisory Committee
EG’s Youth Advisory Committee
Adult members are needed to support the committee and:
- Make connections with the community
- Work with other Town advisory committees and groups
- Help develop new events or programs for teens in EG
Learn more or apply for these committees at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers
February is Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Join East Gwillimbury and our partners for a series of events and activities to honour, engage, learn, and celebrate the contributions of Black Canadians. Everyone is invited to participate in the following event taking place in East Gwillimbury:
- York Cinemania: When Morning Comes Wednesday, February 28 at 7 p.m. at SilverCity Newmarket
Learn more www.eastgwillimbury.ca/BHM
International Women's Day
Join us at the EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road) on March 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for International Women's Day as we Inspire Inclusion! Hear from and network with women in various fields who are forging a way for others. Enjoy lunch and a variety of topics including:
- Helping women to become ‘unstuck” and achieve heightened levels of performance
- Inspire Inclusion
- Lifestyle Tips and Strategies for Managing Stress in Daily Living
- Breaking the Mould: Women in Environmental Work
- The Ever-Changing Woman
- Empowering Artistic Voices: Promoting Creative and Artistic Talent of Women and Girls
Learn more and register for this professional development opportunity at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/WomensDay
Free Public Skate
Enjoy two free public skates this March Break at the EG Sports Complex:
- Monday, March 11 from noon to 2 p.m. - Sponsored by NewRoads Automotive
- Thursday, March 15 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. - Sponsored by Tiny Seedlings
Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/skate
March Break Multi-Sport Camps in EG
Get ready for some fun during March Break in EG! Campers will participate in a variety of sports such as basketball, volleyball, handball, and pickleball. Registration is open for:
- Senior Multi Sport Camp, ages 8 to 12
- Junior Multi Sport Camp, ages 4 to 7
For more details and to sign up, please visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/SchoolBreakPrograms
360° Kids Experience
Join 360° Kids for the 11th annual 360° Experience event! This fundraising event is in support of at-risk and homeless youth in York Region. Are you ready to join the challenge? Register for the 360° Experience today and help make an impact in the lives of those who need it most. Register at https://www.360kids.ca/
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