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Thanksgiving Weekend Holiday Hours
The Civic Centre will be closed on October 12 and reopen at 8:30 a.m. on October 13. For water, sewer, or road emergencies, call 905-478-4282 and press 3.
The following facilities will also be closed:
- Holland Landing Community Centre (19513 Yonge Street)
- EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road)
- Ross Family Complex (19300 Centre Street)
Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Holidays.
Looking for something to do on Thanksgiving Monday? The Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP) (160 Jim Mortson Drive) is open on October 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a variety of drop-in programs. Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/dropins for the list of drop-in activities. |
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East Gwillimbury’s (EG) Term in Review Recognized in IPC Transparency Showcase
We're proud to share that EG’s 2022-2026 Term in Review has been selected for the Information and Privacy Commissioner (IPC) of Ontario's Transparency Showcase! The Term in Review was recognized for helping make municipal information more accessible and transparent for residents. The Term in Review brings together four years of municipal achievements in a clear and accessible format, helping residents better understand the programs, services, and investments that support our community. It also connects to the #MyEGExperience engagement campaign, giving residents an opportunity to share feedback that helps guide future planning and decision-making. This recognition shows our commitment to keeping residents informed and building trust through open and transparent communication. Learn more and explore the virtual exhibition at transparencyshowcase.ipc.on.ca.
Artwork by Aedán Crooke, Surface Impression. |
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EG Arts and Culture Committee is a 2026 Readers’ Choice Winner
EG’s Arts and Culture Advisory Committee was named the Diamond Winner for Best Overall Business Arts, Culture and Entertainment in the East Gwillimbury Express Readers' Choice Awards. Arts and culture help tell EG’s story while also celebrating our history and values within our community. Through public art, cultural programming, art galleries, community events, support for artists, and more, the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee continues to make sure arts and culture remain an important part of EG. Thank you to the Committee for their commitment to enriching community life through arts and culture, and thank you to everyone who voted. To learn more about arts and culture in EG, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/ArtsAndCulture. |
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Community Art Display at the HALP
Throughout October, visit a meaningful art display at the HALP, presented in partnership with The Family Place in Mount Albert. Created in collaboration with The Canadian Library, this community-led display serves as a visual memorial honouring Indigenous women and children who have been murdered or gone missing. Each covered book bears an individual name, acting as a personal memorial to a life lost. Through art, the display offers an opportunity for reflection, remembrance and learning while supporting the ongoing path toward reconciliation. We encourage residents to take time this month to visit the display and reflect on its important message. For more information, visit thecanadianlibrary.ca. To learn more about The Family Place, visit thefamilyplacemountalbert.com.
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Explore the Fall Equinox Art Exhibit
Fall doesn’t just mean sweater weather. It’s also time for a new art exhibit at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street). Browse the Fall Equinox Art Exhibit, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., until January 11. See something you love? Artwork is available for purchase through Customer Service. For more information, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/ArtsAndCulture.
Temporary Road Closure Notice: Yonge Street
As part of the Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization project, the Town will be completing grinding, base repair, and paving work on Yonge Street between Mount Albert Road and Dutch Settlers Court. There will be temporary daily road closures from October 14 to 22, between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Work will be completed in two stages, beginning with the section between Mount Albert Road and approximately 100 metres north of the railway tracks, followed by the section between Mount Albert Road and Dutch Settlers Court. Local traffic will be maintained throughout construction, and signage will be in place to help guide motorists. For more information on the Holland Landing Yonge Street Revitalization project, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/YongeStreetRevitalization.
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Know Your Rights and Responsibilities as an Elector
Every eligible elector has the right to participate in a fair, accessible, and secure municipal election. Your ballot is secret, and the election process is designed to protect your privacy and ensure every eligible vote is counted.
As an elector, you also have important responsibilities.
- Vote only if you are eligible.
- Keep your voting credentials secure.
- Use only official election information provided by the Town.
The Municipal Elections Act includes rules that help protect the integrity of the election for everyone. By understanding both your rights and your responsibilities, you help ensure a trusted and transparent election process. For more information, visit ElectionsEG.ca. |
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Be Ready Before Voting Begins
Your Voter Information Letter is your key to voting in the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election. If you're voting online, it contains the credentials and instructions you'll need to securely cast your vote. If you choose to vote in person, it also provides important voting information to help make your experience smooth.
Know Your Voting Options.
EG voters can:
- Vote online starting October 16 at 10 a.m. until October 26 at 8 p.m.
- Vote in-person in advance on:
- October 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- October 20 from 4 to 8 p.m.
- October 22 from noon to 8 p.m.
- Vote in-person on Election Day (October 26)
Voting locations for in-person advance voting and Election Day:
- Holland Landing Community Centre
- EG Sports Complex
- Ross Family Complex
For advance voting, electors can vote at any location. On election day, you must vote within your designated ward.
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 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. Learn more about voting options, locations and accessibility supports at ElectionsEG.ca. |
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Discover Your Next Fall Recreation Activity
Missed the start of the season? There’s still time to register for select fall recreation programs and activities. Explore available options and join in on the fun this fall!
Program highlights include:
- Art Adventure (ages 4 to 8): Explore a variety of art materials through fun, hands-on projects designed to build confidence, creativity, and foundational art skills. Participants will learn how different mediums work before bringing them together in a final mixed media artwork.
- After School Volleyball (ages 8 to 14): Learn the game of volleyball in a fun and non-competitive setting. Players will learn basic skills and work as a team in a number of games each week.
- Beginner Latin Dance (ages 16+): Participants will be introduced to Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue while learning both leader and follower roles. No partner or previous dance experience is required.
- Beginner Needle Felting (ages 55+): Participants will explore the basic techniques of needle felting and have the chance to take home felted ornaments All materials will be provided.
- Introduction to Polymer Clay (ages 16+ and 55+): Learn about all the possibilities of polymer clay and the variety of techniques. Create unique ornaments, miniatures, and other fun projects. All materials will be provided.
Register to play your favourite sport, dance, do arts and crafts, explore cooking and baking, and even book a birthday party. View the guide at eastgwillimbury.ca/Guide. |
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Haunted Halloween Hike
Gather your little ghosts, goblins, witches, and wizards for a wickedly fun evening of Halloween activities in EG! Join us on October 23 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Sharon Temple Museum and Gardens (18974 Leslie Street) for our annual Haunted Halloween Hike! Dress in your favourite costume and enjoy an evening of Halloween fun, including a walk through the spooky trail, live music, a dance party, interactive entertainment along the trail, and shopping at the Mystical Market featuring local vendors and artisans. New this year, guests can gather under the stars to enjoy a screening beginning at 6:30 p.m. of Halloweentown (1998). This free event takes place entirely outdoors, so please dress for the weather. 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:
Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/Halloween. |
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‘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. The Holiday Market takes place at the end of the parade route from 3 to 6 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex. For more information and vendor applications, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/HolidayEvents. |
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We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:
Full-time
HALP
Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers to apply. |
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Make Your Own Family Book Keepsake
Give old board books a new life by turning them into a personal family keepsake! Join EG Public Library (EGPL) at the Mount Albert Library Branch (19300 Centre Street) on October 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. to create a memory book using your own photos, with books and craft materials provided. This free program is open to children ages 7 to 13. Registration is required. Learn more and register at 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. |
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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.
Which Comes First: Customers, Capital or Capacity?
Ready to grow but unsure what comes first? Join YSpace York-Simcoe and Southlake Futures for an interactive panel with founders and lenders on the decisions behind funding, hiring, and scaling. Bring your questions and hear what they’ve learned along the way.
Event details:
- October 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- EGPL Queensville Branch (160 Jim Mortson Drive)
Register for free at www.AdvantageEG.ca/YSpace.
TechConnex Business Peer-to-Peer
Join us at the Civic Centre on October 29 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for TechConnex's monthly business Peer-to-Peer session. Whether you're thinking about starting a business, launching a new idea, or looking for ways to grow, this free session offers practical insights and valuable connections with fellow business owners. Register at www.AdvantageEG.ca/YSpace |
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2nd Concession Sewer and Holland Landing Valve Chamber Rehabilitation
York Region is making improvements to 2nd Concession, including rehabilitating a 1.2 kilometre sewage pipe, maintenance holes, the valve chamber, control panel, and improving site drainage. Work is underway and is expected to be complete in spring 2027. There will be temporary southbound lane restrictions, periodic construction vehicle access from Parkside Drive, and some construction-related noise. No impacts on water or wastewater services are anticipated, and access to homes and businesses will be maintained throughout construction. For more information, visit york.ca/WaterConstruction. |
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