January 23, 2026 Town Page

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January 20 Council Workshop  

The workshop included updates on the following items: 

• Zoning By-law Conformity Update – The Town is updating its Zoning By-law to align with EG’s updated Official Plan, recent provincial policy and regulatory changes and evolving best practices in land use planning. These changes will modernize the current by-law; it is not a new by-law. A Public Open House will be held on February 3 at the East Gwillimbury Operations Centre located at 19850 Woodbine Avenue. There will be two sessions from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Zblupdate. 

• Thinking Green Development Standards (TGDS) – TGDS encourage new developments to be environmentally friendly, socially responsible, and economically sustainable. These standards help developers clearly understand the Town’s sustainability expectations. TGDS was first introduced in 2012 and updated in 2018. The Town is now working on another update, planned for release in 2026. A Public Open House will be held on February 19 at Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie Street. There will be two sessions from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Tgds. 

Upcoming Council Meetings 

• Committee of the Whole Council – February 10 at 10 a.m.
• Council – February 10 at 2 p.m.  

Meetings are held in Council Chambers at the Civic Centre located at 19000 Leslie Street.  
The agenda for these meetings are available at noon on the Thursday prior to the meeting at eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas.

Upcoming Public Meetings - January 27 at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers

Official Plan Amendment Application - For 18830, 18858 and 18880 Second Concession Road and Part Lot 105, Concession 1 R-Plan 65R 30457. In order to facilitate a future residential development with a total of 1,064 dwelling units. This development proposes three eight-storey mid-rise apartment buildings with a total of 322 units, 708 townhouse units (620 back-to-back, stacked townhouses and 88 lane-based townhouses), 34 lane based semi-detached dwellings, a new internal road network, a public park block, and a stormwater management pond. Learn more here. 

Heritage Conversation District Study - East Gwillimbury is completing a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Study for the community of Sharon. The Town is looking for community feedback to determine if the historic Sharon Village area, specifically Leslie Street, has enough heritage attributes for consideration as a potential HCD. Learn more here. 

The meetings will be live-streamed at youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury

To view the full meeting notices, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/PublicMeetings

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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Temporary Warming Centres in EG
When a cold weather alert is issued or in the forecast, the following Town facilities can be used as temporary warming centres during regular business hours:

• Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street)
• EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road)
• Holland Landing Community Centre (19513 Yonge Street)
• Ross Family Complex (19300 Centre Street)
• Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP) (160 Jim Mortson Drive)
• All East Gwillimbury Public Library branches

Find hours of operations at eastgwillimbury.ca/Facilities. 

E-billing Update - 2026 Interim Property Tax
Due to a technical issue, the initial 2026 interim property tax bills sent by e-billing may be difficult to read. To ensure all residents can clearly view their bill, printed copies will be mailed to residents enrolled in e-billing.

We are working with our software provider to correct the issue. Once resolved, revised e-bills will also be sent to residents enrolled in e-billing. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. 

If you have questions regarding your account, please contact Revenue Services at 905-478-4282 or by email. 

EG’s Adopts its 2026 Budget
The 2026 EG Business Plan and Budget was adopted in December. Highlights from the 2026 EG Budget include:  

• Four additional full-time firefighters and a new pumper truck
• A study to determine the best spot for a future fourth fire station 
• $1.8M invested in the annual road rehabilitation program
• New pedestrian crossover on Centre Street 
• Support for the operation of the Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP)
• Park upgrades: replacement of two playground structures at Vivian Creek and Harvest Hills parks, tennis court repairs and new pickleball courts 
•  A new Town website for enhanced communication and access to services 

Learn more how your tax dollars are invested in the community. For details, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Budget.

Vote EG for the 2025 Readers’ Digest Awards
Did you hear the great news? EG is nominated in various categories for the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards- all thanks to you! We’re thrilled that you thought of us. EG is nominated for: 

• Arts, Culture and Entertainment – Best Concert Venue – East Gwillimbury Civic Centre
• Arts, Culture and Entertainment – Best Family Activities – East Gwillimbury Sports Complex 
• Arts, Culture and Entertainment – Best Indoor Game/Play Centre –  Health and Active Living Plaza Indoor Playground
• Arts, Culture and Entertainment – Best Local Festival – EG's Taste of Culture
• Arts, Culture and Entertainment – Best Overall Business –  East Gwillimbury Arts and Culture Committee
• Arts, Culture and Entertainment – Favourite Annual Local Event – East Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade
• Sports, Recreation and Fitness –  Best Fitness Class/Instruction – Town of East Gwillimbury Fitness Drop-in
• Sports, Recreation and Fitness –  Best Recreation Facility – East Gwillimbury Sports Complex
• Kids and Pets – Best Summer Camps –  Town of East Gwillimbury Summer Camps
• Shopping –  Best Farm Market –  East Gwillimbury Farmers Market.

Be sure to support EG, voting ends February 6. Vote here.

Outdoor Rinks Are Open
Lace up your skates EG, the Mount Albert Community Centre (53 Main Street) and Ridge View Park (16 Pear Blossom Way) outdoor skating rinks are open! The rinks are open daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. and features outdoor lights. The rinks are used for skating only. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/PublicSkating.

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, 2025, 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.  

Parking Reminders
EG’s Parking By-law is easy - when it is snowing, please do not park on roadways, as our plows need access to the streets to keep them safe and clear. This includes unassumed roads. Parking Consideration Forms are not valid when it is snowing. If you are parked on Town roadways during snow clearing operations, you may be ticketed or towed at the owner's expense. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Parking.

Salt Smarter and Protect Our Waterways
Using salt on our roads, driveways and walkways keeps us safe in icy conditions; however, using too much can harm our environment. Once salt reaches lakes, rivers, or groundwater, it never disappears and can pollute drinking water, damage infrastructure, and threaten fish and plant life. Follow these tips to protect our watershed:

• Clear snow before using salt on your driveway
• Use a handful (approximately four tablespoons) of salt for a sidewalk square
• After ice melts, sweep leftover salt to prevent runoff
• Use alternatives like sand

For more tips, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowClearing. 

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Cooking Instructor
• HALP Fitness Instructor
• Recreation/HALP Programs and Events Coordinator
• Seasonal Parks Labourer
• Parks Summer Student
• Tai Chi Instructor

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers now to apply!

PA Day Public Swim
Make a splash with us on January 30 at our PA Day Public Swim! Grab your swimsuits, bring your friends, and head to the HALP for an afternoon of fun from 1:45 to 3:45 p.m. Regular drop‑in rates apply. Dive into more drop‑in programs at eastgwillimbury.ca/Dropins.

Drop-ins for Everyone
Have you visited the HALP yet? Try winter drop-in programs at the HALP including:

• StrollerFit
• Zumba
• Tai Chi
• Aqua Zumba 
• Pilates 
• 55+ Functional Fitness

Registration is not required; visit our website for details on memberships, fees and exclusion dates. Stay tuned for our new drop-in schedule launching on February 1, full of fun new programs! Learn more about each drop-in program at eastgwillimbury.ca/DropIns.

Winter Programs
There’s still time to join us for winter programs. Try something new, learn a new skill or fall in love with a new hobby this season at the HALP. Registration is open for: 

• Zumba
• Learning Mandarin through Art
• Seniors Healthy Meals (Age 55+)

As part of Senior's Healthy Meals program, learn to make new recipes like:

• February 5: Chinese - Learn how to make homemade dumplings and the filling.
• February 19: French - Learn how to make Ratatouille.
• March 5: Mediterranean - Learn how to make a homemade hummus, baba ganoush, and pita bread from scratch.
• March 26: Japanese - Learn how to make a Japanese cucumber salad, and a chicken teriyaki rice bowl.

Explore the Health and Active Living Guide and register at eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide.

Register for PA Day Sports Camps
Join us on January 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the HALP for PA Day fun. Campers will enjoy a variety of sport-themed activities, including games, arts and crafts, and more. Registration is open for junior (four to six years old) and senior (seven to 12 years old) campers.
For more details and to register, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SchoolBreakPrograms.

Black History Month
We’re excited to celebrate Black History Month (BHM) 2026 with two meaningful events. This year’s BHM theme is “Fostering our Interconnectedness”. Join us for:

Pan-African Flag Raising in Partnership with the Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA) - February 4 from 3 to 3:30 p.m. at the EG Civic Centre Community Flagpole. Following the event, guests are invited to enjoy a meal provided by Irie Bistro in the Civic Centre Atrium.

BHM Market and Community Event in Partnership with the East Gwillimbury Public Library - February 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the HALP. Shop from black-owned businesses, and experience an African drumming workshop, socasize fitness class, mixed media workshop, and author reading with Nadia Hohn.

Come celebrate Black history, culture, and community with us. For details and to register, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/BHM.

Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate Lunar New Year on Sunday, February 8, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the HALP! Bring your family and friends to celebrate the Year of the Horse, enjoy cultural delights, lively performances, and family-friendly activities. This is a free event with food available for purchase. This event is organized with the support of the EG Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee, the EG Arts and Culture Advisory Committee and the EG Public Library.

Join us for free upcoming training sessions for entrepreneurs:

• January 27 – Cash Flow and Budgeting in Excel (Virtual)
• January 30 – Beginner’s Mindset for Innovation (In-Person)
• February 3 – Marketing and Content Foundations (Virtual)
• February 4 – Branding Essentials (Virtual)

Visit AdvantageEG.ca/Events for details and to register.

Weekly Drop-In Tech Help Sessions at Your Library
Did you receive a new phone, tablet, or gadget over the holidays and are not sure where to start? Drop by the East Gwillimbury Public Library for friendly, one-on-one assistance setting up devices, learning basics, and building confidence with technology.
Drop-in hours are from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on:

• Tuesdays at Queensville branch (160 Jim Mortson Drive)
• Wednesdays at the Holland Landing branch (19513 Yonge Street)
• Thursdays at the Mount Albert branch (19300 Centre Street)

For details, visit egpl.ca. 

 Find more events or submit your own!