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EG residents encouraged to check the Voters’ List ahead of the 2026 election

The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is reminding eligible electors to check and confirm their information on the Voters’ List in advance of the Municipal and School Board Election on October 26, 2026.

The Voters’ List is used to prepare and deliver important voting information, including when and where to vote. Ensuring information is accurate helps ensure eligible electors receive their Voter Information Letter and avoid delays or additional steps when voting.

Eligible electors can check, update...

An updated Fill By-law is in town with a new name, Site Alteration By-law

EG’s Site Alteration By-law update aligns with provincial regulations, the Municipal Act, and best practices from neighbouring municipalities, making it easier to understand, use, and enforce.

What’s new?

• Clear definitions 

• New permit tiers:

• • Minor (0 - 200 m³) 

• • Small (200 - 10,000 m³)

• • Large (10,000+ m³)

• Free Minor Permit for simple landscaping/grading projectsRemoval of old low-volume exemptions for better oversight

• New rules for safely managing liquid fill (e.g.hydro-excavation)

Residents can now apply for a...

Go Canada Go! Soccer watch parties are coming toThe Health and Active Living Plaza this Month

Soccer fans, get ready to bring your Team Canada spirit and join your community at the Health and Active Living Plaza (HALP), located at 160 Jim Mortson Drive, for two exciting community soccer watch parties this month in partnership with the EG Soccer Club.

Residents and visitors are invited to gather with friends, family, and fellow fans to enjoy the matches on the big screen and bring the red and white spirit to the HALP gymnasium on:

• Team Canada Kickoff Game vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina -...

East Gwillimbury Wins 2024 Canadian Award for Excellence in Financial

The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is proud to announce that our Finance department has been awarded the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAFR) for the seventh consecutive year in a row by the Government of Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This award was given in recognition of the Town’s 2024 Financial Report, which exceeded the basic requirements of a financial plan in Canadian local governments.

The award-winning 2024 Annual Financial Report includes an in-depth outline of the...

Road Closures: Mount Albert Sports Day 5K Run/Walk

Road closures will be in effect as part of the Mount Albert Sports Day event. Main Street 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 to10 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