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Yard Waste Collection
Yard waste collection takes place every other week until the week of December 8. Place leaves, garden trimmings, weeds and small branches in compostable bags or open-top containers labelled with a yellow yard waste sticker and set them at the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Yellow yard waste stickers are available for pick-up at all Customer Service locations. To find your collection schedule, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Waste or use the Recycle Coach app.
New 60 km/h Speed Limit Now in Effect on Highway 48
The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has implemented a new 60 km/h speed limit on Highway 48, from north of the Shell gas station to south of the Mount Albert Road intersection. This new speed limit helps support safer travel for everyone. When travelling in the area, watch for the new signage and follow the posted speed limit.

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/SpeedReductionHighway48. 
Coyote Safety Tips
Coyotes are a natural part of our environment and are occasionally seen in parks, trails and residential areas. Residents can help reduce potential conflicts by taking a few simple precautions.

If you encounter a coyote:
  • Stay calm and keep your distance
  • Pick up small children and pets
  • Never run or turn your back
  • Make yourself appear large and make noise
  • Slowly back away from the area
To help discourage coyotes from visiting your property:
  • Keep pet food and water indoors
  • Secure garbage and green bins
  • Put waste out on collection day, not the night before
  • Keep pets on leash and supervise them outdoors
For more safety tips, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Coyotes.
Clocks Fall Back on November 2
Daylight saving time is coming to an end. On November 1, remember to set your clocks back one hour. When the clocks change, it’s also a great time to test your smoke alarms, replace batteries as needed, and check the manufacturer dates to ensure your alarms are still within their recommended lifespan.
Property Taxes are Due October 29
The final installment of 2026 property taxes is due October 29. Payments can be made at your bank, using online/phone banking, through a pre-authorized payment plan or through our online portal. Final bills were mailed in June; not receiving a tax bill does not exempt property owners from payment deadlines, interest charges, or applicable late fees.

For more information and to access bills online, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/PropertyTaxes.
Election Day Is Approaching - Are You Ready?
Election Day is soon, and now is the perfect time to make sure you're prepared.
  • Have you received your Voter Information Letter? 
  • Do you know where to find your voting credentials? 
  • Have you confirmed your eligibility and reviewed the voting instructions? 
  • Do you know when the voting period opens and closes? 
  • Do you know what ward you are voting in? 
  • Do you know that in EG, you get one vote for mayor, up to two ward councillors and a school board trustee?
If you answered "no" to any of these questions, visit ElectionsEG.ca or email elections@eastgwillimbury.ca  before voting begins. 

Your vote helps shape decisions that affect roads, parks, recreation, libraries, water services, and the future of our community. Make a plan to vote and encourage your family, friends, and neighbours to do the same. Every eligible vote helps shape EG’s future. 
It's Time To Vote

Make Your Voice Count 
Voting is now underway, and there's still plenty of time to participate in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election. Whether you vote online or in-person, make your plan today! 

Before You Vote 
✔ Have your Voter Information Letter ready. 
✔ Decide whether you'll vote online or in-person on Election Day. 
✔ Confirm your ward and review your candidates. 

Accessible Voting 
Every effort is being made to ensure all voting locations are accessible. Assistive voting technology will also be available by appointment at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from October 19 to 26, with features such as audio instructions and tactile controls to support electors who may benefit from additional assistance in independently marking their ballot.

Final Reminder 
Voting closes at 8 p.m. on Monday, October 26. Every vote helps shape the future of EG. Take a few minutes to cast your vote and encourage others to do the same. 

For more information and election resources, visit ElectionsEG.ca. 
Aquatic Leadership
Looking for your next challenge in the pool? Aquatic leadership courses can help you build valuable lifesaving skills and work toward a lifeguard certification.

This fall, we’re offering two aquatic leadership courses:
  • Bronze Cross and Intermediate First Aid (ages 13+): Develop advanced lifesaving skills and learn the fundamentals of safe supervision in aquatic settings.
  • National Lifeguard (ages15+): Canada's professional lifeguard certification, focused on prevention, rescue response and first aid skills needed to work as a lifeguard.
Not quite ready for leadership training? No problem! We still have swim lessons available for all ages and skill levels starting November 3.

Learn more and register for aquatic leadership courses here. 
Spend your PA Day at Camp
Looking for a fun and active way to keep your child busy on PA Days? EG’s school break camps offer children ages 4 to 12 the chance to stay active, get creative, and meet new friends along the way! Registration is open for:

Sports Camp
November 20 at Ross Family Complex (ROSS) (19300 Centre Street):
Is your camper full of energy and enjoys different sports? Does your camper enjoy different sports? Camper will get to play a variety of sports, games, and activities, including the bouldering wall, floor hockey, basketball, and team building activities.

Camp EG
November 20 at Health and Actie Living Plaza (HALP) (160 Jim Mortson Drive):
Campers will play different games and sports throughout the day and participate in various art and craft activities.

Give your child something to look forward to this PA Day. Register now at eastgwillimbury.ca/SchoolBreakCamps.
Haunted Halloween Hike
Today's the day! Haunted Halloween Hike returns tonight, October 23 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Sharon Temple Museum and Gardens (18974 Leslie Street)! New this year, enjoy a special outdoor screening starting at 6:30 p.m. of a Halloween classic, Halloweentown (1998).

Before the movie starts, be sure to enjoy all the festivities the event has to offer like the spooky trail, live music and dance party, photo opportunities with real-life Ghostbusters, and shopping at the Mystical Market. This is a free, family-friendly event that takes place outdoors. Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected in support of the Holland Landing Food Pantry.

Thank you to our sponsors for helping make this event possible: Thank you as well to our Mystical Market vendors and community booths whose products, treats, activities, and handcrafted goods will add to the festive atmosphere:
  • EG Fire and Emergency Service
  • EG Skating Club
  • EG Soccer Club
  • East Gwillimbury Elite Swim Club
  • Sharon Temple Museum and Garden
  • Town of EG AAC
  • Women's Support Network
  • York Region Paramedic Services
Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Halloween.
‘Tis the Season for the EG Santa Claus Parade and Holiday Market
EG is looking for all things merry and bright to join the 2026 Santa Claus Parade and Holiday Market taking place on November 15. Looking to get your float on? Applications are now open for community groups, businesses, schools, and organizations to welcome Santa to EG. If you’re a maker, creator or even baker, apply to be a vendor at our Holiday Market. Parade and vendor applications close on November 2. The Holiday Market takes place at the end of the parade route from 3 to 6 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road).

For more information and vendor applications, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Santa.
November Upcycled: Where Creativity Meets Circularity
Give your old, broken or unwanted items a new life with November Upcycled! Join us for a series of free, hands-on workshops that encourage creativity, repair and sustainable living.

Workshop lineup includes:
  • Textile Mending Workshop: November 7 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at ROSS
  • The Art of Upcycling: November 14 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at ROSS
  • Repair Café, in partnership with York Region, East Gwillimbury Public Library (EGPL) and NewMakeIt: November 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre (19513 Yonge Street)
Register now at eastgwillimbury.ca/EnvironmentalAction.
We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

Full-time HALP Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers to apply.
Free Study Spaces and Affordable Room Rentals at EGPL
The Queensville Library Branch (160 Jim Mortson Drive) offers free study spaces and affordable room rentals for group work, tutoring, or meetings. Our space is perfect for students, creatives, and community groups.

Reserve your space at egpl.ca today and make it yours!
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 

Help Shape EG’s Economic Future
EG is updating its Economic Development Strategy for the next five years, and we want to hear from you! Share your priorities for supporting local businesses, attracting investment and growing our economy for a chance to win one of two $250 EG Loves Local prizes. Learn more at AdvantageEG.ca/EcDevStrategy.
All Ages Queer Hike
Join PRISM Social, in partnership with the Town and the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Committee, for an All Ages Queer Hike on October 24 at 2 p.m at the Nokiidaa Trail (Yonge Street and Mount Albert Road trailhead). Help us show the importance and need for 2SLGBTQIA+ events in the community. Everyone is welcome. Learn more and register here.
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