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Committee of the Whole Council (CWC) Zoning By-law Amendment for 18363 Leslie St. - This application proposes to re-zone 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 deferred this report until June 2. Learn more on the application webpage. Removal of Holding Symbol - CWC recommended removing the hold on development lands in Queensville. This would permit the construction of 37 new homes off Chessington Avenue. Learn more in the development services report. Active Transportation and Trails Plan (ATTP) Network Update - CWC recommended the approval of an update for the Town’s ATTP. The proposed network spans over 750 kms with 459 kms of new connections aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and connectivity. The ATTP will guide the next 10-years of trail development in EG. Learn more in the report.  Holland Landing Fire Station Renovations - CWC approved the tender for this project, which will include the construction of living and dorm space, office space, AODA compliant washrooms, a self-contained breathing apparatus filling station, heating, HVAC improvements, energy efficient lighting, and a new generator.  Council Two Statutory Public Meetings were held as part of the Council meeting:  Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA.26.01), Draft Plan of Subdivision and Community Design Plan for land located north of Queensville Sdrd., west of 2nd Con., east of Leslie St., south of the proposed Bradford Bypass. The application proposes 1,743 residential units, a long-term care facility, commercial space, institutional use (a new hospital), parks and school uses. Residents can provide feedback and learn more on the application webpage.   Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA.26.02) by 19350 Woodbine GP Inc. for 19350 Woodbine Avenue. The application proposes three industrial buildings, ancillary office space, and permissions for an asphalt and concrete batching operation, parking, 122 loading spaces and a stormwater management block. Residents can provide feedback and learn more on the application webpage. 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 Upcoming Council Meetings June 2 - CWC at 10 a.m. and Council at 4 p.m.*   June 23 - CWC at 10 a.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 St..   The agenda for these meetings will be available at noon on the Thursday before the meeting at eastgwillimbury.ca/Agendas.    Contact Council    Upcoming Public Meeting A public meeting 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 Manor Hampton Street and Sharon Creek Drive - Humphries Planning Group Inc. 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.    Enhance EG – Holland Landing Yonge Street  Due to Hydro One crew availability, the planned closure of Queen Street has been temporarily postponed. Updates will be shared when work is scheduled to begin. Crews are pouring new curbs, and a short-term road closure is in place to expedite the work. Please follow the posted detours to access the Holland Landing Community Centre and East Gwillimbury Public Library. The closure is expected to be lifted by mid-next week. Access to all businesses will be maintained during work. Thank you for your patience as improvements continue in our community. You can sign up for the project newsletter or learn more about the project at eastgwillimbury.ca/YongeSt   Enhance EG – Mount Albert Downtown A temporary road closure is in effect on Bank St. in Mount Albert to support Downtown Revitalization construction, with work expected to continue until the afternoon of June 4. Access to local properties will be maintained during the closure. Thank you for your patience as we enhance our community. To learn more, visit the project webpage

National Public Works Week
We’re celebrating National Public Works Week which takes place this year from May 17 to 23. This year’s theme is ‘Rooted in Service, Powered by Community”, representing that the roots of service run deep in public works.

Who makes up EG’s Public Works? Our Public Works team includes crews who care for our roads (including clearing more than 345 cm of snow), manage municipal water and wastewater, oversee town construction projects, and maintain our parks.

We’re grateful for the strong foundation EG’s Public Works staff have built in our community, and we thank them for their hard work and dedication to our community.

National Building Safety Month
Do you have questions about your summer home project? Don’t miss your opportunity to talk to EG’s Building Department during their last two pop-ups this month! The initiative is part of Building Safety month, which highlights the importance of modern, resilient building codes, and the professionals who enforce them. Stop by the Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP), located at 160 Jim Mortson Drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to chat with the building team on: 

• Wednesday, May 27
• Friday, May 29

To learn more about Building Standards in EG, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/building.

Notice of Construction: Green Lane (2nd Con. to Leslie St.)
York Region will be completing concrete repairs and adjustments to maintenance holes and catch basins. Once this work is finished, a road preservation treatment called micro‑surfacing will be applied to help extend the life of the roadway. Construction is expected to begin in May and be completed by November. During construction, travellers can expect lane reductions, including one lane in each direction:

• Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Monday to Friday, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
• Saturdays 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For more information on the project, visit york.ca/RoadConstruction

Temporary Road Closure: Bathurst St.
A temporary road closure will be in place on Bathurst St. between Queensville Sdrd. and Holland Landing Rd. from May 29 at 10 p.m. to June 2 at 7 a.m. to accommodate railway crossing rehabilitation work led by York Region in partnership with Metrolinx. All traffic and pedestrians will be required to detour around the closure, with local access maintained and signage in place to guide travellers. 

EG’s Trails are for Everyone
EG's trails are for everyone and are shared with those running, walking, and using micromobility devices, so please be safe and courteous. Micromobility is a general term used to describe lightweight human or electric-powered modes of travel such as e-bikes, bicycles, e-scooters, scooters, and skateboards. When passing a slower trail user, announce your presence or use a bell to notify the other users. Micromobility users and fast-moving persons must yield to other pedestrians and keep to the right except when passing. Learn more or find trails near you at eastgwillimbury.ca/Trails.  

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Nominations for the 2026 Municipal Election are Now Open
Your community. Your leadership.

Ever thought about running for Council? The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election is now open. Your community experience, passion and new ideas matter. Local decisions shape our roads, parks, recreation programs and more.

Ready to make an impact in East Gwillimbury? Learn how to become a candidate at electionseg.ca. Nominations close at 2 p.m. on August 21, 2026

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Summer Camps 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, 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 12 p.m. 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.

To browse JRPM programming, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/JRPM.

Novice Pickleball Doubles Tournament
Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? Register for EG’s first Novice Pickleball Doubles Tournament. Players will compete in a doubles format, with teams facing off against each other in a fun and supportive environment. This tournament is perfect for players who have some experience with gameplay, understand scoring, and can sustain rallies, but are not at an advanced level.

Take on the challenge on June 13 at the HALP. Spots are limited, the deadline to register is June 8, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/IREG.

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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

Full-Time

• Manager, Customer Service Experience and Strategy
• Road Operator and Labourer

Seasonal:

• Summer Roads Labourer
• Aqua Fitness Instructor
• Tai Chi Instructor
• HALP Fitness Instructor

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers to apply. 

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York Region Family Fun Day
Join York Region on May 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the York Region Public Works Operations Centre and Paramedic Services Building (90 Bales Drive East) in EG for interactive displays, a paint-a-plow blade showcase, paid BBQ lunch in support of a local charity, trucks and equipment, and photos with mascots. Learn more at york.ca/PublicWorks

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Where Sports and Stories Meet
Did you know the East Gwillimbury Public Library has a Library Locker at the EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Rd.)? Perfect for busy schedules, the locker makes it easy to pick up your holds, return items, or grab a popular read on the go.

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
1:1 Consultations at the Judah Doane House
Meet one-on-one with the YSpace Program Officer to brainstorm ideas, tackle business challenges, and build a roadmap of support and next steps. Appointments are available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 26.

YSpace and South Lake 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 EGPL Queensville Branch (160 Jim Mortson Dr.).

TechConnex Peer-to-Peer
Join us June 25 for an energizing morning of connection, conversation and collaboration with fellow business owners, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the East Gwillimbury Civic Centre (19000 Leslie St.).

Register and learn more at AdvantageEG.ca/YSpace

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