February 14, 2025 Town Page

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Customer Service is here to help! Contact the team by calling 905-478-4282 or online through:

Email Customer Service  Customer Service Website Page 

A look back –  
February 11, 2025 Education Workshops - 6 p.m. 

Two presentations took place during the workshop evening: Growth Management, and Sponsorship and Naming Rights in EG. You can watch the video here.  

A look ahead – 
February 19, 2025 – Committee of the Whole Council – 2 p.m. 

An administrative memo on the Town’s Assessment of Potential Tariffs is on the agenda.  

Corporate Services will bring forward the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - 2024 Annual Status Report, as well as a memo on the Town’s Climate Adaptation Plan for Community engagement.  

Parks, Recreation and Culture will share a memo on recent securing of funding through the Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program Expansion grant through the Province of Ontario. 

Several procurement updates, and a number of Development Services Reports and Memos are on the agenda. Please visit the website for the full agenda.  

A special meeting of Council will follow the CWC. 

Council – 6 p.m. 

An exciting recognition will take place at Council for Amelia Wilkinson, Goaltender for Team Canada, gold medallists of the 2025 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) under-18 Women's World Championships! Join us in celebrating EG’s home-grown talent.  

Several minutes and correspondence also appear on the agenda.  

Get Involved!
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Contact Council

We’re Hiring! Join Team EG:

• Building Student
• Health and Active Living Plaza Opportunities
• Municipal Law Enforcement Student
• Summer Roads Labourer, Contract
• Engineering Assistant, Co-Op
• Director of Engineering
• Water/ Wastewater Operations Assistant

For details and to apply, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/Careers.

Civic Centre Closure
The Civic Centre will be closed on Monday, February 17 for Family Day. If you have an emergency with regards to water, sewers, or roads, please call 905-478-4282 and press option 3. Find our Holiday hours of operation at eastgwillimbury.ca/Holidays.

Winter Weather Reminders
EG is expected to get a large amount of snow! Here are some winter reminders to keep in mind:

• When it snows or snow clearing crews are active, please keep vehicles and waste collection bins off the road.
• If you have a fire hydrant near your property, clear one metre of snow from around it in case of an emergency.
• Ensure all outdoor vents and pipes along your home are clear of snow.
• There is no street parking when it is snowing.
• Do not let vehicles overhang onto the road or sidewalks when parked.

Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowClearing and eastgwillimbury.ca/FireSafety.

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

• February 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Holland Landing Community Centre
• February 27 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Ross Family Community Centre
• March 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Civic Centre
• March 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Civic Centre or virtual (Marginalized Communities)

To register, please email environment@eastgwillimbury.ca.

Snow Clearing Assistance Program
Calling all EG residents! EG is offering a snow removal grant to residents aged 65 and older or those with disabilities. Space is limited. Apply by April 15, 2025, online or in person at the Civic Centre or Sports Complex Customer Service desks. For more details, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowAssistance.

Notice of Aerial Application of Larvicide to Control Larval Mosquitoes
Weather permitting, beginning March 31 until May 31, the biological larvicide VectoBac 200G [PCP#18158, granular formulation] will be applied by helicopter to select standing water mosquito breeding habitats within EG. View the treatment areas at eastgwillimbury.ca/mosquito. This product contains B.t.i., which is specific to mosquito larvae. Mortality results within 24 hours; the larvicide biodegrades within 72 hours. Contact Town of East Gwillimbury, Dave Dodwell at 905-478-4283 ext. 1296 or ddodwell@eastgwillimbury.ca or Pestalto Environmental, Morgan Tyler, 1-866-648-7773 or morgan.tyler@pestalto.com for more information.

East Gwillimbury Farmers Market
The EG Farmers Market is looking for vendors! We are looking for businesses, farmers, community groups, not-for-profit organizations, youth entrepreneurs, and food trucks to join our 2025 season. Early Bird rates are currently available until March 1. Early bird applicants can make vendor spot requests for consideration on a first come basis. Learn more and apply at eastgwillimbury.ca/FarmersMarket. 

Get Burn Permits and Pet Licenses Online for 2025
Did you know that recreational burn permits and pet licenses must be purchased annually? Visit eastgwillimbury.ca/OnlineServices to purchase your 2025 permits and licences!

Summer Camp Registration
Summer Camp registration opens soon! Whether it’s first time campers, artists, makers, athletes, nature and animal lovers, aspiring superheroes or future leaders… We have something fun for every camper!

• Resident registration opens February 17 at 8:30 a.m.
• Non-resident registration opens February 20 at 8:30 a.m.
• Our 2025 Summer Camp guide will be available online February 6, with everything you need to know including a full list of our camps!

Learn more at eastgwillimbury.ca/SummerCamps.

March Break Camps
Spend your March Break with us! March Break Camp registration is available now. Register for:

• Junior March Break Camp – 4 to 6 years
• Senior March Break Camp – 7 to 12 years

For more details and to register, visit eastgwillimbury.ca/SchoolBreakPrograms.

Black History Month
The flag raising planned for Thursday, February 13 in collaboration with the York Region Alliance of African Canadian was cancelled due to the Significant Weather Event declaration in the town. Please join EG throughout this month for Black History Month events at eastgwillimbury.ca/BHM.

Family Fun Day
Bring your family and join us for Family Fun Day on February 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the EG Sports Complex! This event is free and is suitable for all ages. Summer camp registration opens and will be available for EG residents to register in-person from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Customer Service desk. Summer camp resident registration is also available online. Enjoy:

Indoor Activities

• Free Public Skate (Sponsored by East Gwillimbury Minor Hockey Association)
• EG Skating Club performance from 11:30 to 11:50 a.m.
• Face Painting (Sponsored by Kennedy-Marques Real Estate Group)
• Balloon Twisting
• Lego activities by EG Public Library

Outdoor Activities

• St. Johns Ambulance 
• East Gwillimbury Fire and Emergency Services 
• Outdoor entertainment - DJ and fire pit
• Food and beverage vendors ($)

Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected for the Holland Landing Food Pantry at the event.

Learn more and apply at eastgwillimbury.ca/FamilyFunDay.