January 26, 2024 Town Page

Snow Clearing Assistance Program
EG is offering a Snow Removal Financial Assistance Pilot Program for the winter season for residents over 65 or under 65 with a disability. Applications for the season must be received by April 15, 2024, and are limited.
Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/SnowAssistance

Draft Tree Protection By-law

The Town is seeking public feedback on the Draft Tree Protection By-law! The proposed draft by-law will protect the existing tree canopy on private property to ensure the preservation of natural heritage areas throughout the Town. Residents are invited to review the draft by-law and provide feedback at the upcoming Public Open Houses:  

Thursday, February 8, 2024  
5 to 8 p.m.  
Mount Albert Community Centre, 53 Main St
 
Wednesday, February 28, 2024  
5 to 8 p.m.  
East Gwillimbury Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie St
 
Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/parks

Review EG’s Environmental Strategy
The draft Environmental Strategy is ready for review! Once approved, the Environmental Strategy will guide the municipality’s journey toward building a more diverse, resilient, and sustainable Town for years to come. Visit  www.eastgwillimbury.ca/environmentalstrategy to view the document and email feedback to environment@eastgwillimbury.ca.

Find your 2024 Property Tax Information Online
View your 2024 property tax account balances, summaries and sign up for e-billing through our online portal. Residents can also pay their bills via the online portal. Residents will receive the paper bills for the 2024 interim billing next week. Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/onlineportal.

Fire Chief for a Day
Nominate a student in grades 7 or 8 for a random act of kindness (without being prompted) for a chance to become East Gwillimbury’s Fire and Emergency Services Fire Chief for the day!
Nominations can be submitted to fireprevention@eastgwillimbury.ca by January 31, 2024. For details, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/FireChiefContest.

Join Team EG!                                                                        
EG is hiring various positions, including:

• Director, Communications and Customer Service (18-month contract)
• Roads/Parks Operator
• Supervisor, Water/Wastewater
• Student Parks Labourer
• Seasonal Parks Labourer
• Building Student
• Aquatics Staff
• Fitness staff

Learn more at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/careers

Share your thoughts on Infrastructure Improvements in EG
There’s still time to share your thoughts on the proposed designs for a new sidewalk and road improvements at:

New Sidewalk 

• North side of Mount Albert Road from Conn Drive to the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex 

Road Improvements 

• Rogers Road 
• Intersection of Queensville Road and Centre Street 

Your feedback will help shape the design phase of the projects. Materials from the Public Information Centre are available for review at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/InfrastructureProjects. To share feedback email the project team at ddodwell@eastgwillimbury.ca by February 6.

Drop-in Programs
EG has many Drop-in Programs for you to join, such as:

• Active Start in partnership with Pulsars gymnastics – Fridays from January 26 to March 8
• Pickleball programs – Monday to Friday at the Ross Family Complex and the Harvest Hills Activity Centre. Various program times are available! 
• Active EG Fitness – First come first serve basis until April 19, no registration required! 

Program Cancellation - Pickleball Drop-in on Monday, January 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Ross Family Complex is cancelled.

Find more drop-in programs at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/dropinprograms

Two locations are better than one! Visit the East Gwillimbury Customer Service team in-person at the Civic Centre or Sports Complex during regular hours of operation. You can also connect with us by:

• 905-478-4282
• customerservice@eastgwillimbury.ca
• Submit a request for service online at: eastgwillimbury.ca/servicerequest

Digital Skills for Business
Unlock the power of the digital word with the Digital Skills for Business program. Tailored for entrepreneurs in East Gwillimbury and Georgina, this free workshop series is your gateway to boosting your business online presence.
Program Features:

• Series of free online workshops facilitated by Digital Main Street
• In-person application workshop ‘How-to Set-up Social Accounts’ led by Stella Graphix
• Unlocking AI for your Business facilitated by Creative Solutions

Whether you're an experienced business owner or an emerging entrepreneur, this program aims to bridge the digital knowledge gap for local businesses.
For additional details and to sign up, visit www.advantageeg.ca/yspace