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Council highlights from the September 20 meeting.
Holding Hope
Public Art for Children of Peace Park East Gwillimbury Council approved the installation of Holding Hope in Children of Peace Park following an extensive community engagement process of seeking and selecting design proposals. The Arts and Culture Advisory Committee recommended Holding Hope as the preferred concept. Holding Hope was created by Kyle Thornley, a blacksmith who has created art using metal for the past 18 years. The description of the piece states “Holding Hope is offered to encourage feelings of curiosity, gratitude, delight, and well-being as it celebrates and keeps the stories of the past and inspires hope for the future.” Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/artsandculture for details.
Environmental Initiatives Update
Staff presented an update of Environmental Initiatives to Council which included an overview of initiatives underway and options for moving forward. Earlier this year, Council approved funding for an Environmental Initiatives Coordinator who is conducting a review of best practices and EG activities including its Thinking Green Standards, the Community Energy Plan and the Thinking Green Sustainability Strategy. Future work in this area will have 5 focus areas: land, water, air, climate change, and education. The development of an Environmental Strategy is proposed to take place during the next term of council.
Splash Pads Closed for the Season
Town splash pads are closed for the season! Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/Parks to find a park or trail near you to get active during the fall.
The Town of East Gwillimbury is hiring for various roles.
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Business Plan Bootcamp
The Business Plan Bootcamp is an eight-week, free entrepreneurship education program that assists aspiring and existing business owners with writing and developing their business plans. The program offers weekly workshops, mentorship, and networking opportunities and is open to entrepreneurs ages 18 and older who live in northern York Region, primarily EG, Georgina, and the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nations. The program provides entrepreneurs the tools to begin or refine their business. Applications are open!
Health and Wellness Fair
Join us to celebrate National Seniors Day on October 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex. The Health and Wellness Fair features food, door prizes, entertainment and vendors from across the Region. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/EG55nUpClub
Fire Prevention Open House
Join us to celebrate Fire Prevention Week on October 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by Queensville station 2-8 (1590 Queensville Sdrd.) for education, home escape planning, free food, a DJ with music, and more! Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/FirePrevention
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Events
We’re recognizing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with multiple events and we hope you’ll join us at the Civic Centre (19000 Leslie Street, Sharon) for:
- September 29 | 2 to 7 p.m. | Learning Path and Reflection Activity at the EG Farmers Market
- September 30 | 9 a.m. | flag raising
Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/NDTR
Health and Active Living Plaza Official Groundbreaking Ceremony
Join us on October 4, 2022, at 12 p.m. as we officially break ground on the Health and Active Living Plaza. This facility will host EG’s first aquatics centre, a new public library, an indoor boardwalk, and more! The event takes place at the north end of Jim Mortson Dr. off Leslie St. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/HALP
Mount Albert Group of Artists Art Exhibit
Join the Mount Albert Group of Artists for a local art exhibit on October 1 and 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lions and Sun Bar and Lounge.
Post-Secondary Fair
Newmarket High School is hosting a Post-Secondary Fair with Ontario colleges and universities on Thursday, October 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 505 Pickering Crescent, Newmarket.
EG Farmers Market
Every Thursday from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Civic Centre!
For details, visit www.egfm.ca
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