June 19, 2026 Town Page

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

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June 23 -  CWC at 10 a.m.* and Council at 6 p.m. 
July 21 -  CWC at 10 a.m.  
July 23 - CWC at 2 p.m. and Council at 6 p.m. 
*Meeting time has been updated to accommodate additional Agenda items.  

Meetings are held in Council Chambers at the Civic Centre, located at 19000 Leslie Street or you can live stream meetings at youtube.com/TownEastGwillimbury. View the agendas at eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas.

Get Involved! 

• Make Deputations eastgwillimbury.ca/Deputations 
• Review Agendas eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas 
• Review the Council Information Package eastgwillimbury.ca/CIP

Upcoming Public Meetings

Two public meetings will be held on June 23 at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Civic Centre.

Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA.26.04) and Site Plan (SPA.26.04) for applications by Humphries Planning Group Inc. for Manor Hampton Street and Sharon Creek Drive Applications propose to change the zoning of the property to “Residential Four (R4)” with site-specific standards. The rezoning will support the applicant’s Site Plan Control application, which proposes 35 townhouses contained in three development blocks. Learn more on the application webpage. 

Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA.26.03) and Site Plan (SPA.26.01) for applications by Sharon Sharonvit Estates Inc for the properties located at 1-9 Kiteley Crescent
The application has been submitted to rezone the subject lands from the “Residential (R2-3)” Zone to a site-specific “Residential (R4)” Zone to permit the development of 16 three-storey townhouse units on a private lane. The subject lands form part of Phase 2 of an existing registered plan of subdivision (65M-4576). The proposed development includes two blocks of townhouses flanking a central north-south private lane with a single access from Kiteley Crescent. A concurrent Site Plan Control application has been submitted in support of the proposed development. Learn more on the application webpage. 

Canada Day Hours 
The Civic Centre will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, for Canada Day. If you have an emergency with regards to water, sewers, or roads, please call 905-478-4282 and press option 3. To view facility hours, please visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Holidays.

Know Before You Park 
EG’s parking rules help keep roads safe and accessible for everyone. Parking on Town roads is limited to three hours, with an exemption period from 7 to 11 p.m. Overnight parking is not permitted between 2 and 6 a.m. unless an on-street parking permit has been approved or purchased. Permits are valid from midnight to 11:59 p.m.. Whether you're visiting friends, hosting guests, or parking near your home, understanding the rules can help you avoid a ticket and support safer neighbourhood streets.

Learn more or apply for an on-street parking permit at eastgwillimbury.ca/Park

Notice of Construction: Leslie Street (Holborn Road to Ravenshoe Road)
York Region is improving steel beam guiderails at various locations along Leslie Street in EG, from Holborn Road to Ravenshoe Road. This work involves removing, repairing, or replacing guiderails to ensure they meet current standards and enhance safety by providing a protective barrier between the roadway and potential hazards. Construction is scheduled for June 2026 and will take place Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Travellers may experience minor disruptions, work is weather-dependent. 

Notice of Construction: Leslie Street (Ward Avenue to Mount Albert Road)
York Region will be resurfacing Leslie Street between Ward Avenue and Mount Albert Road and repairing or replacing roadside curbs from June to July. While no major service disruptions are expected, travellers may experience lane reductions Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Access to homes and businesses will be maintained throughout the work.

Are you ready for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election?
New to town? Haven’t voted in a while? First-time voter? 
Now’s the time to check your information on the Voters’ List! It helps ensure everything is accurate before voting in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election begins. 

Take a few minutes to check today at registertovoteon.ca or learn more about the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election at electionseg.ca.

June is Recreation and Parks Month
June is Recreation and Parks Month, making it the perfect time to get outside and explore EG’s beautiful trail network. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful walk, an active bike ride, or a chance to connect with nature, local trails offer something for everyone. From the scenic Nokiidaa Trail to neighbourhood pathways and natural green spaces, trails provide opportunities to stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and appreciate the community’s natural beauty.

To find a trail near you, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/trails.

Summer Programs
School’s coming to an end, but it doesn’t mean an end to a routine. Stay in a rhythm this summer with summer camps and recreation programs.

Do you have a sports star, artist or chef in the making or a little one who just wants to have fun this summer? Register for summer camps taking place across EG for this 10-week summer break.

Try something new or keep up an existing skill. There are recreation programs for all-ages and interests! Choose from arts, culinary, dancing, sports, fitness and swimming. Registration is open; visit eastgwillimbury.ca/guide.

Pride and NIHM Community Celebration
Join us on June 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP) for the Pride and National Indigenous History Month (NIHM) event in partnership with the East Gwillimbury Public Library (EGPL). Join us for a full day of activities celebrating the cultures, arts and stories of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and Indigenous Peoples, and their intersections. The event includes:

• Free registered activities including an Intro Vogue Dance Class with Toronto Kiki Ballroom Alliance (TKBA)
• A vendors’ market featuring local 2SLGBTQIA+ and Indigenous-owned businesses
• A button-making station
• An Indigenous Naming Ceremony for the EGPL Queensville Branch rooms with members of the Georgina Island First Nation

Find details at eastgwillimbury.ca/PrideNIHM.

Canada Day 
Save the date to celebrate! The countdown is on to Canada Day in EG with a soccer twist. Join us on July 1 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Mount Albert Lions Community Centre (5057 Mount Albert Rd.) for live music, activities provided by East Gwillimbury Soccer Club, food, a vendor market and fireworks. All attendees are encouraged to wear a jersey representing their favourite team or home country! 

Event parking is limited. York Region Transit shuttles will be available at: 
•    HALP 
•    Ross Family Complex (19300 Centre St.) 
•    Mount Albert Community Centre (53 Main St.) 

To request an accessibility accommodation, shuttle schedules and full event details, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/CanadaDay.

Music and Market Nights
We’re bringing together two of our hottest summer events for the ultimate Music and Market Night presented by TD Canada Trust! Join us Tuesday evenings in July and August from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Civic Centre for a vibrant weekly celebration of music, food, shopping, and community.

View the lineup and vendors at eastgwillimbury.ca/MusicMarket.

Call for Activations: Celebrating the Arts
Casting call! EG invites artists, performers, makers, and cultural organizations to participate in Celebrating the Arts presented by Rice Group with an activation.   

What we’re looking for: the activations that showcase a broad and dynamic mix of artistic and cultural experiences, including visual arts, culinary arts, dance, theatre, music, history and heritage, photography, crafts, and storytelling, offering engaging opportunities for all ages and interests. 

If you think you fit the bill, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/CelebratingArts to apply. 

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

Full-Time

• Director, People and Belonging

Part-Time

• Customer Service Representative

HALP

• Head Instructor Guard
• Lifeguard
• Swim Instructor
• Fitness Instructor

Seasonal:

• Cultural Dance Instructor
• Birthday Party Leader
• Line Dancing Instructor
• Skate Guard
• Drop-In Leader
• Fitness Instructor - Yoga

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers to apply.

EGPL's Summer Reading Club is Back!
Join the 2026 TD Summer Reading Club at EGPL and make reading part of your summer adventure! Beginning with our Kick-Off Party on June 26 and running until August 28, readers of all ages can track their reading time, attend fun library programs, and earn chances to win weekly prizes. Stop by EGPL to register and get ready for a summer full of stories and fun!

For more information and upcoming programs, visit egpl.ca. 

Love Local
Support the places that support EG by shopping local. Our local businesses help make EG vibrant, connected, and welcoming. Supporting local businesses throughout the year strengthens our community. Learn more at advantageeg.ca/egloveslocal. 

Support for Your Business

TechConnex Peer-to-Peer
Join us for an energizing morning of connection, conversation and collaboration with fellow business owners, June 25 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Civic Centre.
 
Register and learn more at www.AdvantageEG.ca/YSpace.

Southlake Health Community Open House
Residents are invited to a Community Open House hosted by Southlake Health on July 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Civic Centre. Learn more about Southlake’s plans to transform into a Distributed Health Network over the next decade.

Discover how a new full-service acute care hospital in EG will help shape the future of healthcare in our region. Learn how this transformational investment will expand access to leading edge care, closer to home and support the needs of our rapidly growing communities for generations to come.

For more information, visit southlakedhn.ca.

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