February 27, 2026 Town Page

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February 24 Council Meetings

Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) 
Several reports were presented, including a procurement by-law update, assumption of Queensville Properties Development Corporation Phase 2 and the 2025 water summary report. View the Agenda here.  

Council  
Several minutes, correspondence, recommendations and by-law confirmations appeared on the agenda. In addition, two public meetings were held for the following applications:

Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control for 20337 Leslie Street to address the property’s current split-zoning, support the ongoing use of the site and provisions regarding existing setbacks. Learn more here. 
 
Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 19061, 19071 and 19083 Leslie Street. The applications propose to develop two mixed-use buildings with a total of 139 residential units and ground-floor commercial space on the property. Learn more here.  

March Council Meetings 

• March 10 – CWC at 10 a.m. and Council at 2 p.m.
• March 24 – CWC at 2 p.m. and Council at 6 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 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 

Contact Council

Daylight Savings
On March 8, 2026, turn your clocks forward for Daylight Savings! Be sure to check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for expiration dates and battery replacements to ensure they are in good working condition. Learn more  on our Fire and Emergency Service page. 

Outdoor Rinks Notice
Ridge View Park (16 Pear Blossom Way) outdoor rink has officially reopened. The ice at the Mount Albert Community Centre (53 Main Street) is closed for the season due to damage. Please stay off the ice surface and follow all posted signage in the area. Stay up to date on the status of the rinks on our Public Skating page.

Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP) Construction Notice
On March 4 and 5, a new turnstile will be installed inside the HALP near the Customer Service. This upgrade will help us direct visitors within the facility and ensure a smooth check-in experience for everyone.

Construction will not impact access to programs. Please give yourself extra time to ensure a smooth check-in process during work.

Once complete, visitors interested in using the walking track, gym or pool will visit Customer Service for access, and Matrix of Motion members will swipe their existing access for cards.

We appreciate your patience as we complete this facility upgrade.

For details on HALP programs and activities, please visit our HALP page.

Invasive Species Awareness Week
Invasive Species Awareness Week (ISAW) runs from February 23 to March 1, 2026. An invasive species is a non-native animal, plant, insect, fungus, or pathogen that causes harm. 

These species threaten biodiversity and ecological integrity, and some pose health risks to people and communities by damaging public and private property, impacting agriculture, and threatening food security, costing Ontario billions of dollars each year.
 
To learn more about what actions you can take, please visit the Invasive Species Centre website at invasivespeciescentre.ca.

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 on our Mosquito page.

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 Program
Every child deserves the chance to participate in recreation and sports 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 for spring and summer programs, visit our Youth Support Fund page. 

March Break Camps
Spend your March Break with us at the HALP this year! We have added more spots to our March Break camps. Register now before your favourite camp is full. 

• HALP Junior Camp EG – 4 to 6 years
• HALP Senior March Break Camp – 7 to 12 years

Register now on our School Break Programs page.

March Break Free Skate
What are you doing for March Break? Join us for a free skate on March 16 from noon to 2 p.m. on the New Roads Pad at the Sports Complex. Thank you to New Roads for this sponsored free skate. Learn more or view our Drop-in Public Skating schedule on our Public Skating page. 

Aquatics March Break Courses
National Lifeguard certification
Take part in the Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard certification course from March 16 to 20. The course runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the HALP. This certification emphasizes prevention and effective rescue response in emergencies, including first-aid treatment. It is designed to prepare lifeguards to fulfil their role as professional facilitators of safe, enjoyable aquatics. The course is examiner‑evaluated.

Prerequisites: Age 15, Bronze Cross, and Standard First Aid.
Register today on our ActiveNet page with code #11070. 

Swim and Lifesaving Instructors
Take part in a combined Lifesaving Society swim and lifesaving instructor course from March 16 to 20, running daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the HALP. The course prepares instructors to teach and evaluate swim strokes and lifesaving skills.

Through classroom learning and in‑water practice, instructor candidates explore proven teaching methods, learning strategies and activities, stroke and skill drills, effective correction techniques, and evaluation criteria.

Prerequisites: Age 15 and Bronze Cross certification (or higher). 
Register today on our ActiveNet page with code #11071.

Register for Summer Camps
Summer Camp registration is open! Residents, before you register, update your address in your ActiveNet account to “East Gwillimbury” so  you pay the resident rate. We have something for every camper, register for:

• Sports
• Aquatics
• STEM
• Leadership
• and more!

Our  Summer Camp Guide is available on our Summer Camps page. View the Guide for everything you need to know, including a full list of our camps!

Older Adult Watercolour Program
Have you ever wanted to try watercolour painting? These beginner-level workshops at the HALP! Explore the basics of paper, paint, and water in a fun and supportive environment. There is no right or wrong, only discovery!

March 2 from 1 to 3 p.m.

• Watercolour Techniques in Action

ave you ever wanted to try watercolour painting? Join us on March 2 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the HALP  to explore the basics of paper, paint, and water in a fun and supportive environment. There is no right or wrong, only discovery!

To register, visit our ActiveNet page using code #11476 or call Customer Service at 905-478-4282. 

Swim team partnership opportunity available at the HALP
Whether you’re an existing swimming team or looking to start a new team in EG, our new Aquatic Centre has everything to meet your needs. From its convenient location to an 8-lane lap pool and structured programming space, we have the perfect space for you to create, grow, and develop your team over the next three years.

Dive in with us and make EG home. The deadline to submit proposals online is March 2 at 1 p.m.
 
Visit our Aquatics page for details. 

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

Full-time:

• Administrative Assistant
• Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• Director, People and Belonging

Seasonal:

• Hockey Camp Instructor
• Seasonal Parks Labourer
• Cooking Instructor
• Tai Chi Instructor
• Summer Camp Inclusion Counsellor
• Fitness Instructor (HALP)

Student:

• Municipal Law Enforcement Student
• Summer Student, Parks
• Planning Student
• Fire and Emergency Service Student

Visit our Careers page now to apply!

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.

EG is proud to support the Coldest Night of the Year and all the organizations working year-round to provide shelter, support and hope to those in need. The extreme cold temperatures we have experienced these past several weeks are a reminder of just how important it is to support this initiative, to ensure the appropriate programs can continue to assist those who need it most.

Learn more, donate or register to Team EG at on our Coldest Night of the Year page.

Free Virtual Workshops for Entrepreneurs  

• March 3 – Google My Business Mastery
• March 4 – Understand SEO and Analytics
• March 10 – LinkedIn Strategy: Turn Connections into Clients
• March 11 – Partnership Marketing: Giveaways and Collaborations

For details and to register, visit our Advantage EG page.

Holland Landing Food Pantry
Did you know that East Gwillimbury Public Library hosts a Food Pantry for families and individuals in need? Drop off any non-perishable food items at the Holland Landing, Mount Albert, or Queensville branches during our open hours! Any large donations should be brought directly to the Holland Landing branch. Learn more at egpl.ca.

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