January 30, 2026 Town Page

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Customer Service is here to help! Contact the team by calling 905-478-4282 or online through:

Email Customer Service  Customer Service Website Page 

Two public meetings were held on January 27 for: 

• Sharon Heritage Conservation District (HCD) - East Gwillimbury is completing an HCD Study for the community of Sharon. The HCD would provide guidelines and policies to support decision-making and planning for the areas. Residents can provide feedback and learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Sharonhcd.
  
  
• Official Plan Amendment Application - For 18830, 18858 and 18880 Second Concession Road and Part Lot 105, Concession 1 R-Plan 65R 30457. 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, and a stormwater management pond. Residents can provide feedback and learn more here.  

Meeting minutes, correspondence, recommendations and by-law confirmations are available at eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas.

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 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

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 Ave. 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 St. 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.

Zoning By-law
Are you planning to renovate or build on your property? The Zoning By-law includes regulated and required setbacks, heights and coverage for buildings. EG is hosting a public meeting for the Zoning By-law to ensure conformity with applicable provincial, regional and municipal legislation. The public meeting will be held on February 3 from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. (presentation followed by a question-and-answer session with staff at the EG Operations Centre (19850 Woodbine Ave.) Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/ZoningBylaw.

Snow Clearing Assistance Program
EG is offering a Snow Removal Financial Assistance program to help seniors and residents with disabilities cover snow removal costs. Eligible residents who hire a service provider to remove snow from their driveways and/or walkways over the 2025 to 2026 winter season will be eligible for a $150 grant. Apply by April 15, 2026, at eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowAssistance.

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.  

Find your 2026 Property Tax Information Online
The 2026 interim tax bills have been mailed. If you did not receive your bill, please contact the Town at 905-478-4282, and we will re-issue the bill. The first installment due date is February 27, 2026. Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/PropertyTax.

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 portal at eastgwillimbury.ca/CustomerServicePortal.

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.

Summer Camp Registration Opens Soon!
Get ready to plan the best summer ever! Summer Camp registration opens on February 16 at 10 a.m. for residents, and February 23 at 8:30 a.m. for non-residents. In-person registration will be available on Family Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the HALP (160 Jim Mortson Drive) and EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road) in Customer Service. The 2026 Summer Camp Guide will be available online on February 4 at eastgwillimbury.ca/SummerCamp.

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

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

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

Active EG Memberships
Active EG Memberships include unlimited access to drop-in programs at all Town recreation facilities, including the HALP! With monthly and annual options, you’ll have unlimited access to our aquatics, gym/fitness or skating drop-in programs. Memberships are not required to participate in drop-in programs. If you would like to join drop-in programs, regular drop-in rates apply. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Memberships. 

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!

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.

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. for:  

• 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

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.

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.

Youth Task Force: Level Up Your Volunteer Hours
Are you looking for a way to get involved in your library and community, while earning volunteer hours? The Youth Task Force gives high school students a chance to build real-world skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact. Register at egpl.ca.

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