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A look back 

CWC – July 22, 2025, 10 a.m. 

EG’s Environmental Advisory Committee shared a presentation and memo. 

Corporate Services brought forward a report to provide recommendations regarding Council appointed committees and groups. 

Development Services (DS) broughtforward a “Revised Sign by-law” report. 

DS brought forward a memo on Recreational Equipment on Town Right of Ways. 

DS also brought forward a memo, “Holland Park Request for Sanitary Allocation.” 

Council – 2 p.m. 

Several matters of Minutes and Correspondence appeared on the agenda.  

A letter from the Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA) appeared on the agenda, and as a part of their Long Service Recognition Awards Program, they recognized CAO Mark Valcic for fifteen years of service in municipal government roles. Congratulations, CAO Valcic! 

As part of the Council agenda, Council proceeded into a closed meeting to deal with several matters.  

CWC – July 24, 2025, 10 a.m. 

York Region Transit made a presentation to the committee regarding transit plans within EG. This included transit improvement updates and information on pilot servicing for the Health and Active Living Plaza. 

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority made a presentation to the CWC regarding chloride in the Lake Simcoe Watershed. 

Corporate Services shared a “Communications Update” memo. 

Parks, Recreation and Culture shared a “Draft Sponsorship and Naming Rights Policy” report. 

Engineering and Public Works (EPW) brought forward a “Mount Albert Downtown Revitalization Contract Award and the extension to Design Contract” report for approval, and a “Queensville Sideroad Bridge 110 Replacement Contract Award and the extension to Design Contract” report for approval. 

EPW also brought forward two memos: Public Consultation Events for 2025 Capital Projects, and Winter Maintenance Update. 

DS brought forward a report for a Zoning By-law Amendment Application for 54 Bridle Path, and a memo for a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment Application for 18642 Leslie Street. 

Council – 2 p.m. 

A statutory public meeting took place for a Proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment 1402-1410 Mount Albert Road, Sharon Corners Development - Phase 3. 

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Aqua Fitness Instructor
• Birthday Party /Drop-In Leader
• Cultural Dance Instructor
• Customer Service Representative
• Facility Attendant (Part Time)
• Facility Operator (Part Time)
• Fitness Instructor
• Head Instructor Guard
• Lifeguard, Seasonal
• Swim Instructor
• Skate Guard
• Utility Analyst

For details and to apply, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers.

Temporary Cooling Centres
It’s hot outside! When a heat warning is in effect, EG has facilities and amenities for you to visit to shelter from extreme weather conditions and splash pads to cool off. Visit one of the amenities below:
 
Cooling Centres

• Holland Landing Community Centre and Library, 19513 Yonge Street,
• Ross Family Complex and Library branch, 19300 Centre Street
• Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie Street
• Sports Complex, 1914B Mount Albert Road

Splash Pads

• Harvest Hills Park, 183 Harvest Hills Boulevard
• Holland Landing Community Centre Park, 19513 Yonge Street
• Murrell Park, 950 Murrell Boulevard
• Parkway Park, 84 Oak Avenue
• Ross Family Complex, 19300 Centre Street

Find location hours and more details at eastgwillimbury.ca/Facilities.

National Drowning Prevention Week
It’s National Drowning Prevention Week! Thank you to everyone who joined our Aquatics team and Buddy the Dog at the Farmers Market to learn about water safety. Here are reminders to keep you and your loved ones safe:

• Always wear a lifejacket when in open water.
• Learn to swim if you are going in open water or near water.
• Supervise people when near water.

Learn more safety and awareness tips at eastgwillimbury.ca/Aquatics.

Carnaby Park Art
Calling all Canadian artists! EG is looking for art in Carnaby Park (80 Alvin Pegg Drive). Are you a professional, Canadian artist? Your art could be featured in EG!
The proposed artwork should explore themes that:

• Showcase or narrate a significant aspect of Canadian history, with an emphasis on national identity and remembrance.
• Reflect on Canada’s role in the Battle of Vimy Ridge, honouring the contributions and sacrifices made by Canadians.
• Artists are encouraged to design a piece that is visually engaging from all perspectives and constructed using durable, weather-resistant materials, to ensure longevity in an outdoor park setting.

Submit an art piece proposal for consideration in Carnaby Park by September 30, 2025, at 3 p.m. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/ArtsAndCulture.

Active EG Memberships
Get ready to move, play, and connect— various memberships are available now for use at all East Gwillimbury recreation facilities and at the brand-new Health and Active Living Plaza when it opens!

Join early and be rewarded with an extended membership at no extra cost. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Memberships.

Music Nights presented by TD
Join us for our last Music Night of the summer this Tuesday, July 29 at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street) from 7 to 9 p.m. to enjoy some classics from Epic Eagles! Epic Eagles is an Original Tribute to the Eagles, delivering a timeless catalogue, all in original keys. Get ready for a night full of classics.

Enjoy this week’s local food and beverage vendors:

• Mount Albert Lions Club (food)
• Little Beasts Brewing Co.

Don't Forget

• Bring your own lawn chair.
• Please arrive early to secure a spot.
• This is an outdoor event, please dress accordingly to the weather.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/MusicNights.

Enhance EG – Yonge Street
Join us for the Enhance EG – Yonge Street Revitalization project Community BBQ hosted by project contractor, Trisan Construction. Come out on July 30 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Anchor Park (88 Doane Road, Holland Landing) to meet the project team who will be on hand to discuss the project and answer questions. Learn more about the Yonge Street Revitalization or other revitalization projects at eastgwllimbury.ca/EnhanceEG.

Emancipation Day Flag Raising
Join us on July 31 at 1 p.m. outside at the Civic Centre community flagpole for the Emancipation Day Flag Raising. The Flag Raising will also be livestreamed on our Facebook page.

Artisan and Farmers Market
Join us every Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Civic Centre for the East Gwillimbury Artisan and Farmers Market! Shop local, visit special event themed market days, enjoy the outdoors, indulge in tasty treats and delicious food, and much more! Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/FarmersMarket. 

Celebrating the Arts: A Taste of Culture (TOC) Vendor Applications
Join us at TOC this year as a vendor on August 9! TOC welcomes all vendors based on variety and originality; each vendor must provide an arts or cultural aspect to their booth, following our festival's theme. 

• Artisan Vendor Deadline is August 1 at 4:30 p.m. 

Find more details at eastgwillimbury.ca/TOC. 

Curbside Giveaway Day
Enjoy York Region’s Curbside Giveaway Day on July 26 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Residents are invited to place unwanted items, labeled FREE, at the curb for the community to browse and take for their use. Learn more at york.ca.