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June 2 Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) and Council Meetings  EG receives Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting - EG is proud to share that our Finance department was awarded the 2024 Canadian Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the seventh consecutive year in a row by the Government Finance Officers Association. This award recognizes individual governments that go above and beyond in publishing high-quality financial reports. Read the media release for more details.   Notice of Intention to Designate Heritage Homes - In 2022, the More Homes Built Faster Act (Bill 23) amended the Ontario Heritage Act, requiring that any listed heritage properties (as of 2022) must be either designated or removed from their heritage register by January 1, 2027. As part of this process, the Town identified properties that were important to designate. CWC referred this report back to staff to facilitate consultation with the impacted property owners and report back to a CWC meeting on or before July 23, 2026. This process will be carried out for all properties proposed for designation. Note: A “Notice of Intention to Designate Heritage Homes” was included in The June Bulletin Magazine. This information will be updated and corrected in the July Bulletin, as per the direction from this CWC meeting.   Zoning By-law Amendment for 18363 Leslie St. - CWC referred this report from the May 20 CWC meeting back to staff to address questions regarding the maximum building height, tree replacement, retaining wall, and grading. This application proposes to rezone the lands from Rural to Prestige Employment lands. Approval of the rezoning application would permit a variety of employment uses, including a warehouse, office and limited commercial space. CWC recommended approval of this amendment. Learn more on the application webpage. Union Street Women’s Institute - Inspiring and Supporting Women - Council was pleased to recognize the Union Street Women’s Institute on its 85th anniversary and to celebrate the many contributions its members have made to our community over the years. Thank you for all that you do to inspire, support, and strengthen our community. Congratulations on this remarkable milestone!    Safer Streets Program - Staff provided an update on East Gwillimbury’s 2026 Safer Streets Program, which focuses on making neighbourhood roads safer for residents. New improvements include:  A pedestrian crossover at Vivian Creek Park on Centre St.  Stop signs at Walter English Dr. and John Hamill Dr. intersection   Stop signs at John Candy Dr. and Angus Morton Cres./Clifford Fairbarn Dr. intersection   Community Safety Zone signs on Walter English Dr., John Candy Dr. and Petal Ave.  Crossing guard at Walter English Dr. and Petal Ave.  Review the Safer Streets Report for more information.   Upcoming Council Meetings  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 times have been updated to accommodate additional Agenda items.   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 Upcoming Public Meetings Green Earth Village Public Information Meeting Have questions about the proposed Green Earth Village development? Join the Public Information Meeting on June 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP) in the Learning, Arts, Culture, and Diversity POD (160 Jim Mortson Dr., Queensville). Drop in anytime to review the proposal, ask questions and share your feedback with Town staff and the consultant team. Learn more about the proposed mixed-use development, including residential, commercial, institutional and park spaces at eastgwillimbury.ca/GreenEarthVillage.   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 dwelling 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.

An updated Fill By-law is in town with a new name, Site Alteration By-law!
EG has updated its Site Alteration By-law to align with provincial regulations and best practices, making it clear, easier to use, and easier to enforce. Updates include clear definitions, new permit tiers, a free minor permit for simple landscaping and grading, removal of outdated low-volume exemptions and new rules for safely managing liquid fill.

For details, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SiteAlteration.

Harvest Hills Park Now Open 
Ready, set, play! The enhancements at Harvest Hills Park, (183 Harvest Hills Blvd,) are now complete. The park includes new accessible features, junior and senior play structures, and a calisthenics fitness circuit. The splash pad is scheduled to open for the season on June 8. For details and to view more park improvement projects happening in EG, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/ParksProjects.

Road Closures: Mount Albert Sports Day 5K Run/Walk
Road closures will be in place for the Mount Albert Sports Day event. Main St. will be closed from noon on June 5 until 6 p.m. on June 7 between Victoria Street and the driveway of the Twisted Fork.

In addition to the weekend closure, the following roads will be closed on June 6 from 7:30 to 10 a.m. for the Sports Day 5K Run/Walk:

• Main St.
• Centre St. (from Main St. to just past Doane Rd.)
• King St. (from Centre St. to Main St.)

For more information, visit mountalbertsportsday.com.

 

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Are you on the Voters’ List?
Make sure you’re ready to vote. Being on the Voters’ List means you’ll receive the information you need and avoid delays when it’s time to cast your ballot. Ensure your information is up to date before it’s time to vote! Check early, fix early. It only takes a few minutes. Check today at registertovoteon.ca or learn more about the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election at electionseg.ca.

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June is Recreation and Parks Month

Summer Camp Open House
Summer camps are where it’s at!  Do you have a new camper this summer or want to get to know the staff? Since June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM), we wanted to give a sneak-peek of our summer camps. Join the Camps team at the HALP on June 6 from 10 a.m. to noon. for a fun-filled drop-in for parents and campers to connect with our camp staff, ask questions, and participate in camp-inspired games and activities.

Health and Active Living Days
Did someone say free? In celebration of JRPM, all drop-in programs are free all weekend long! Give our drop-in programs a try on June 6 and 7. You’re going to love our drop-ins so much you’ll want to come back. Good thing we have membership promotions:

• Youth memberships: register on June 5 and receive $5 off
• Register for any monthly membership on June 6 and 7 and receive 5 complimentary passes
• Child memberships: register on June 6 and 7 and receive $5 off

For more information on what’s happening for JRPM, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/JRPM.

Register for Summer Programs
We're feeling those summertime vibes! Get ready to register for Summer Programs. Registration opens on June 11 for residents and June 18 for non-residents. Browse the Health and Active Living Guide or visit eastgwillimbury.ca/guide.

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Call for Vendors: Celebrating the Arts
We’re adding another exciting event to our special events lineup! EG’s Taste of Culture and Culture Crawl are coming together as one vibrant, enhanced community celebration: Celebrating the Arts, presented by Rice Group.  

Taking place on September 26, this exciting event will showcase the arts, culture, cuisine, and heritage that make EG unique. Join us for a day of culture, entertainment, and community connection. 
Calling all local artists, artisans, organizations, creators, and business owners! Applications are open to become part of this exciting event. 

To apply to be a vendor, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/CelebratingArts.

June is Pride and National Indigenous History Month 
June is a time to celebrate, reflect, and come together. Join us throughout the month for Pride and National Indigenous History Month (NIHM) events:

• Pride Flag raising - June 10 at 11:30 a.m. at the Civic Centre - Community Flagpole
• York Region Pride Parade and Trans Pride March - June 13, EG will be participating in the parade and invites everyone to watch and join the celebrations. Learn more at yorkpride.ca.
• Pride and NIHM Community Celebration -  June 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Health and Active Living Plaza, 160 Jim Mortson Drive
  In partnership with the East Gwillimbury Public Library (EGPL), the Town will host a full day of activities celebrating the cultures, arts and stories of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and Indigenous Peoples, and their intersections. The event will include:
• Free registered activities
• 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

Trans Positive Swim
Taking place every Saturday in June from 1:45 to 3:15 p.m., the Trans Positive Swim is a welcoming swim time created especially for trans, gender non-binary, and Two-Spirit community members and for anyone committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and affirming space for gender-diverse people. These swims are free and sponsored by York Region Children's Aid Society. This space is also low sensory and includes the ability to swim in the Lap, Leisure, and Therapy pool. For added privacy, windows will be covered. Our recreation staff have been trained in Trans Positive practices. For more information, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/JRPM

Garlic Mustard Pull
Weed it or reap! Garlic Mustard may look harmless, but it’s an invasive species that can take over fast. Join the EG Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) and the EG Gardeners on Lake Simcoe Conservation land and help remove the invasive species. Get involved on Saturday, June 6, at 68 Holland River Blvd. from 10 a.m. to noon.

Bags will be provided, bringing your own gloves and trowels is recommended. To register, email the EAC at egenvironmentalcommittee@gmail.com. 

 

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

Full-Time

• Manager, Customer Service Experience and Strategy
• Director, People and Belonging
• Development Services Clerk

Seasonal:

• Aqua Fitness Instructor
• Tai Chi Instructor
• HALP Fitness Instructor

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers to apply. 

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Indigenous Awareness Month at EGPL
This June, our library is proud to recognize Indigenous Awareness Month by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Throughout the month, we invite our community to explore our books, displays, and programs that highlight Indigenous voices and stories while encouraging reflection and reconciliation.

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

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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
YSpace and Southlake Futures Coffee Chats
Looking for business or financial support? Book a consultation with the team to help map out your next steps. Appointments are available on June 10 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the EGPL Queensville Branch (160 Jim Mortson Dr.).

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

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