June 13, 2025 Town Page

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A look forward  – 

Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) – 10 a.m. June 17 

The Southlake Foundation will present the Committee with the Mayor’s Challenge Trophy in recognition of Team EG’s fundraising efforts in support of Nature’s Emporium Run for Southlake, 2025. A photo opportunity will take place before the CWC meeting.  

Development Services will share a presentation and report on the Zoning By-law Review. 

Fire and Emergency Service will welcome a presentation from the Office of the Fire Marshal, on Establishing and Regulating By-laws and Levels of Service.  

Corporate Services will share a presentation and report on the Town’s Service Experience Strategy, and a presentation and report on the Town’s IT Strategy. 

As part of the meeting agenda, the Committee will proceed into a closed meeting. 

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Review Agendas eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas
Make Deputations eastgwillimbury.ca/Deputations 
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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Aquatic Leadership Trainer
• Cultural Art Instructor
• Cultural Dance Instructor
• Facility Attendant (Part Time)
• Facility Operator (Part Time)
• Water and Wastewater Operator (12-month contract)

Health and Active Living Plaza Opportunities:

• Aqua Fitness Instructor
• Art Instructor
• Cooking Instructor
• Customer Service Representative
• Dance Instructor
• Events Staff
• Fitness Instructor
• Head Instructor Guard
• Birthday Party /Drop-In Leader
• Lifeguard, Seasonal
• Pre-School/Children’s Instructor
• Swim Instructor

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

June is Recreation and Parks Month
June is Recreation and Parks Month! Get outside and enjoy the beautiful scenery EG has to offer. Find a free program with something for everyone at eastgwillimbury.ca/JRPM. Join us on our first park opening at the Nokiidaa Trail Parking Lot Expansion on June 17 at 8:45 a.m. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Parks. 

Memberships in EG
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 — The first 100 people to sign up will receive a special welcome gift plus an extended membership at no extra cost.  Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Memberships.

Zoning By-law Update
East Gwillimbury (EG) has initiated a review and update of the Town’s Zoning By-law to ensure conformity with applicable provincial, regional and municipal legislation. A public open house will be held on June 25, 2025, from 3 to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. (presentation followed by Q&A with staff) at the EG Sports Complex (Canada Hall A) 1914B Mt Albert Rd, Sharon. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/ZoningBylaw.

Fill By-law Update
East Gwillimbury is working on an updated Site Alteration and Fill By-law. An updated by-law is required to ensure the by-law is current, aligned with Ministries regulations and includes best practices. Learn more about the proposed changes or share your feedback at eastgwillimbury.ca/FillBylaw.

Register for E-Billing
We are actively monitoring the potential Canada Post labour disruption. Please note that property owners and tenants are still responsible for making property tax and water and wastewater payments on time. Got questions? We have the answers!

How do I get my bill if Canada Post is on strike?

• Residents are encouraged to sign up for e-billing or register for online account access to view a PDF copy of their property tax and water bills.
• Visit the EG Civic Centre and request a printed copy of your bill at the Customer Service desk or email waterbilling@eastgwillimbury.ca or taxes@eastgwillimbury.ca for a PDF copy of the bill.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Ebilling.

We will continue to update residents if there is a disruption through our channels and the website. 

Splash and Save
Interested in Aquatics? We've created the Splash and Save program to help recruit aquatic staff to team EG at the new Health and Active Living Plaza!

• Earn your certifications as a National Lifeguard or Swim Instructor this summer.
• Once certified, you’ll be eligible to interview with our Aquatics team!
• If you join Team EG, you become eligible for reimbursement of your course fees!

To begin, register for the Splash and Save program today by emailing kwiseloney@eastgwillimbury.ca.

Smoke and CO Alarm Program
Every year EG Fire and Emergency Service (EGFES) conducts the annual Smoke and CO alarm program, which runs until October. The EGFES team will test all smoke alarms and CO alarms to make sure they are in good working condition and answer any other fire related questions you have. This program is free and available to all EG residents. Want to get involved? Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/SmokeAlarms.

Temporary Road Closure on Mount Albert Road
There will be a temporary road closure on Mount Albert Road between Highway 48 and King Street to facilitate work on the existing bridge structures and for the reconstruction of the Highway 48 and Mount Albert Road intersection. This closure is being led by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO). The closure is planned to take place from June 16 at 7 a.m. to August 16, 2025 at 7 p.m. 

Impacts to travellers

• All westbound traffic on Mount Albert Road between Highway 48 and King Street will be restricted
• Eastbound access to Mount Albert Road between Highway 48 and King Street will only be available by travelling north on Highway 48 using the eastbound ramp
• Local traffic will be maintained
• Signs will be in place to guide travellers

Learn more on York Region's website.

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. 

Pride Events
Celebrate Pride in East Gwillimbury this June! Check out various events throughout EG for Pride at eastgwillimbury.ca/Pride.

Summer of Parks
Join us this summer for another round of various parks and trail openings throughout town! This season, we’re celebrating the completion of new pickleball and beach volleyball courts, playground equipment and the Simcoe Trail, and expanded parking for Nokiidaa Trail. Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Parks.

Save the Date: Music Nights 
TD Music Nights are back for 2025! Join us Tuesdays in July at the Civic Centre from 7 to 9 p.m. Make an evening of it and shop local by grabbing dinner and drinks from any of our delicious vendors! Musical acts will be announced soon at eastgwillimbury.ca/MusicNights