Get Involved

East Gwillimbury has so many opportunities for you to get involved and make a difference in our community. Join us at the events below to be part of our Eco Empowerment!

Climate Change Adaptation Plan

EG is developing a Climate Adaptation Plan and needs your input. Last year, EG identified the potential impacts of changing weather patterns. This is the initial work to define actions to help mitigate those impacts and be better prepared. To do so, we are reviewing those impacts and gathering ideas within the community. 

Join us at our workshops or complete the survey to provide your feedback on the Climate Adaption Plan. 

  • March 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. – Virtual only (Marginalized Communities) 
  • May 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. - Virtual only

To register, please email environment@eastgwillimbury.ca 

Complete the Climate Adaptation Plan Survey Learn more

Earth Week April 22 to 26

  • Flag Raising on April 22 at 9 a.m. at the EG Civic Centre Community Flagpole 
    • An opportunity to reflect on achievements and advances needed to protect and restore our environment as we grow.
  • Library of Things on April 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Holland Landing Library 
    • The library offers more than books to contribute to the circular and sharing economy, there are many thing you can borrow instead of buying.
  • Electric Vehicle (EV) Webinar on April 24 at 7 p.m. online
    • Are you curious to know what are EVs all about? Plug'n Drive will offer a free webinar to learn more before their EVs exhibit at the Eco Fair. To register, please email environment@eastgwillimbury.ca 
  • Movie Screening of “The Lorax” on April 25 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at the EG Civic Centre 
    • Watch the movie together and discuss key messages afterwards. Free fresh popcorn.
  • Eco-Fair on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex in the Canada Hall
    • For the second year, residents will have the opportunity to learn about environment-related programs and services available to them. There will be live music, Indigenous teachings, rock painting, sign painting, drive an EV, and more. Attendees can enter a draw to win a decorated flower basket or an upcycling art piece.

Community Cleanup

Help keep our neighbourhoods, parks and trails clean by picking up litter and debris. Community members can arrange their own clean up events throughout the year or participate in the upcoming events:

  • April 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mount Albert Community Centre
  • April 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Murrell Park
  • May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Holland Landing Community Centre
  • May 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Vivian Creek Park
  • May 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sharon Hills Park
  • June 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ridgeview Park and Vista Hills Park

Learn more

The EG Impact

Our efforts have had a big impact in EG! Some of the achievement's we're celebrating include:

  • Diverted 7,550 tonnes of waste from landfills (in 2024)
  • Planted over 3,300 trees (in 2024)
  • Procured the Town’s first 2 electric vehicles
  • 5,581 total accounts registered for e-billing
  • Achieved a 100% inspection rating for the Town’s drinking water systems (in 2024)
  • Received $60,000 in environment-related grant funding (in 2024)
  • Over 700 participants attended environment-related events and workshops