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2021

February
  • Safe waste handling matters - Feb. 28
  • Join Vaughan’s International Women’s Day celebration - Feb. 27
  • #PlayVaughanLocal in the great outdoors - Feb. 26
  • Celebrating International Women’s Day - Feb. 24
  • Celebrating International Women’s Day - Feb. 24
  • Fitness centres and pools to reopen on March 8 - Feb. 24
  • The fight to combat COVID-19 continues - Feb. 22
  • Building relationships with Vaughan businesses - Feb. 20
  • Make safety the priority in school zones - Feb. 15
  • Family Day fun – at home - Feb. 14
  • Enjoy exercise classes and fun activities from the comfort of home - Feb. 12
  • #ShopVaughanLocal for Valentine’s Day - Feb. 11
  • City services at your fingertips - Feb. 10
  • What’s on in Vaughan on Family Day - Feb. 10
  • Natural rinks open tomorrow in Vaughan - Feb. 10
  • Mayor Bevilacqua: Canada’s first smart technology hospital opens in Vaughan - Feb. 7
  • Vaughan’s award-winning Winterfest returns – virtually - Feb. 6
  • Help shape Vaughan’s older adult approach - Feb. 4
  • How to use the City's new recreation registration system - Feb. 4
  • REMINDER: Stormwater ponds are not for play - Feb. 3
  • You asked, we answered - Feb. 3
  • Don’t let virtual supports go to waste! - Feb. 2
  • NEW snowshoe loaner program - Feb. 2
  • Outdoor rinks in Vaughan are open - Feb. 1
January
  • Virtual fun for everyone! - Jan. 30
  • Discover Vaughan’s virtual business supports - Jan. 29
  • Ringing in the Year of the Ox – virtually - Jan. 28
  • With new, enhanced safety measures – rinks, toboggan hill and dog park to reopen - Jan. 28
  • Virtual public meetings continue in February - Jan. 26
  • Vaughans Black History Month goes virtual - Jan. 25
  • Register for virtual activities this P.A. Day - Jan. 24
  • Bringing events to your mobile device - Jan. 23
  • Vaughan’s Winterfest goes virtual - Jan. 22
  • Stay informed - Jan. 19
  • #ShopVaughanLocal now and enjoy later - Jan. 17
  • Have fun – virtually – this weekend - Jan. 16
  • Vaughan’s outdoor skating rinks, toboggan hill and dog park to close effective immediately - Jan. 15
  • Vaughan business community comes together virtually - Jan. 14
  • The fight to combat COVID-19 continues - Jan. 13
  • Supporting students virtually - Jan. 13
  • Virtual P.A. Day Programs are ‘snow’ much fun! - Jan. 11
  • Social Enterprise 101 - Jan. 11
  • Winter Waste 101 - Jan. 9
  • At your service … Jan. 7
  • Access Vaughan, at your service - Jan. 4
  • Help shape Vaughan’s older adult approach - Feb. 4
  • Virtual public meetings continue in January - Jan. 3
  • Welcome, 2021! - Jan. 1 

2020

December 
 
  • Get your virtual event noticed - Dec. 30
  • Stay informed - Dec. 29
  • Waste reminders during the holidays - Dec. 27
  • #ShopVaughanLocal this Boxing Day - Dec. 26
  • Join the conversation – virtually - Dec. 24
  • Watch live: the virtual Order of Vaughan ceremony is tonight at 7 p.m. - Dec. 22
  • ‘Building a world-class city’ - Dec. 20
  • Outdoor rinks 101 - Dec. 18
  • Mayor Bevilacqua praises local youth for starting businesses during pandemic - Dec. 17
  • Plan ahead during the holidays - Dec. 17
  • Mayor Bevilacqua: Vaughan receives six 2020 MarCom Awards - Dec. 16
  • Vaughan approves 2021 Budget - Dec. 15
  • Ready, resilient and resourceful defines 2020 in Vaughan - Dec. 15
  • City-building continues in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre - Dec. 14
  • Supporting local businesses during COVID-19 - Dec. 13
  • Remain vigilant in fight against COVID-19 - Dec. 12
  • Introducing the new Waste Calendar - Dec. 11
  • Vaughan celebrates the Festival of Lights - Dec. 10
  • One-day-only livestreaming event: Saturday, Dec. 12 - Dec. 9
  • #ShopVaughanLocal this holiday season - Dec. 6
  • Stay active in Vaughan this winter - Dec. 5
  • Keep skating safe and fun - Dec. 4
  • Oh, Christmas tree - Dec. 4
  • Everything you need to know about outdoor skating - Dec. 2 
  • Learn play and stay active with Vaughan this winter - Dec. 1 
November
 
  • Working 24-7 to keep Vaughan safe - Nov. 30
  • Reinventing online programming - Nov. 30
  • Put your best waste forward! - Nov. 29
  • Wrapping up the City's 2020 virtual events - Nov. 28
  • Virtual public meetings continue in December - Nov. 27
  • #ShopVaughanLocal - Nov. 26
  • Stay out of the cold and have fun online! - Nov. 25
  • Watch Vaughan's Volunteer Recognition Awards virtually - Nov. 25
  • Expanding online services - Nov. 23
  • Reminder: Special Committee of the Whole called for Nov. 25 - Nov. 22
  • Stay safe throughout the second wave - Nov. 21
  • Our communications: Ready, resilient and resourceful - Nov. 20
  • The show must go on … virtually - Nov. 18
  • Vaughan Accessibility Awards are coming soon! - Nov. 17
  • Special Committee of the Whole called for Nov. 25 - Nov. 16
  • Everyone has a role to play - Nov. 16
  • Volunteer Recognition Awards go virtual - Nov. 12
  • Our economy: Ready, resilient and resourceful - Nov. 9
  • Planning underway to reopen fitness centres - Nov. 5
  • Supporting Vaughan's economy - Nov. 4
  • Vaughan resident recognized for community spirit - Nov. 3
  • Our finances: Ready, resilient and resourceful - Nov. 3
  • Today, Vaughan remembers - Nov. 2  
October 
 
  • Make this a fire-free Halloween - Oct. 31
  • Our services: Ready, resilient and resourceful - Oct. 30
  • Patios 101 - Oct. 30
  • Tune in live to todays Special Committee of the Whole - Oct. 29
  • Vaughan Fitness at home - Oct. 28
  • The Show Must Go On – virtually!- Oct. 27
  • Virtual public meetings continue in November - Oct. 27
  • Supporting at-home learning - Oct. 26
  • Reinvigorating 'traditional' services - Oct. 24
  • Vaughan hosts first Virtual Real Estate Conference - Oct. 23
  • Supporting local restaurants - Oct. 22
  • Have a virtually spook-tacular Halloween - Oct. 21
  • Our places: Ready, resilient and resourceful - Oct. 20
  • Shop local! - Oct. 19
  • It's Waste Reduction Week - Oct. 19
  • Pumpkins and cornstalks and leaves, oh my! - Oct. 17
  • Vaughan moves to a modified Stage 2 - Oct. 16
  • Concerts in the Park are returning ... virtually! - Oct. 15
  • Lest we forget - Oct. 14
  • Our people - Oct. 13
  • There is still work to be done! - Oct. 13
  • The fight to combat COVID-19 continues - Oct. 11
  • Countdown is on to fall virtual recreation programs - Oct. 9
  • Expanding local parks - Oct. 8
  • PPE does NOT belong in the blue box - Oct. 6
  • Planning for a safe Thanksgiving - Oct. 6
  • #ShopVaughanLocal for Thanksgiving - Oct. 5
  • Ready, Resilient, Resourceful - Oct. 5
  • You asked, we answered - Oct. 3    
September
 
  • Registration is underway for virtual fall programming - Sept. 29
  • Small Business Week goes virtual in Vaughan - Sept. 28
  • Virtual public meetings continue in October - Sept. 27
  • Virtual Vaughan - Sept. 26
  • Culture Days kicks off in Vaughan - Sept. 25
  • Mayor Bevilacqua announces fall recreation programs will be virtual - Sept. 25
  • Green bin, blue box or garbage – do you know what goes where? - Sept. 24
  • 'A city in demand' - Sept. 23
  • Get your virtual event noticed - Sept. 22
  • REMINDER: Double-Up Days are here - Sept. 21
  • All remaining indoor pools reopening in Vaughan - Sept. 20 
  • Limit on gatherings reduced in Vaughan - Sept. 19 
  • Enjoy parks safely - Sept. 18 
  • Enhancing the virtual experience for citizens - Sept. 15 
  • Exclusive in-person workout times now available for seniors - Sept. 14 
  • School zone safety - Sept. 13 
  • Double-Up Days are back - Sept. 10 
  • Virtual public meetings resume in September - Sept. 9 
  • Play safe this Labour Day - Sept. 7 
  • Taking steps to keep crossing guards and students safe - Sept. 6 
  • Make safety the priority in school zones - Sept. 4 
  • Providing support for seniors - Sept. 3 
  • You asked, we answered - Sept. 3 
  • Pools set to reopen - Sept. 2 
August 
  • Digital Boost fall registration begins - Aug. 28
  • Grab your library card - Aug. 28
  • City continues to expand local parks - Aug. 27
  • #ShopVaughanLocal for back to school - Aug. 26
  • Business licence renewals coming due - Aug. 24
  • Stay informed - Aug. 23
  • Waste 101 - Aug. 21
  • Reminder: Physical distancing still in effect - Aug. 20
  • Are you prepared - Aug. 19
  • What you need to know about patios - Aug. 18
  • Grab your workout gear - Aug. 17
  • Reopening Vaughan - Aug. 13
  • PPE doesn't belong in the blue bin - Aug. 12
  • Delivering Service Excellence – virtually - Aug. 11
  • Vaughan Fitness Centres are OPEN - Aug. 10
  • Vaughan to keep most City facilities closed until January 2021: Mayor Bevilacqua - Aug. 5
  • #ShopVaughanLocal continues - Aug. 4
  • Play safe this August Civic Holiday - Aug. 3
July 
  • Vaughan Fitness Centres set to reopen - July 30
  • Update: Summer camp safety - July 24
  • City launches temporary bin exchange program - July 20
  • Stay cool this weekend - July 18
  • Keeping citizens informed, engaged and safe with face coverings: Mayor Bevilacqua - July 17
  • Entrepreneurial spirit grows in Vaughan - July 16
  • Expanding or establishing a dining patio in Vaughan? - July 13
  • Many ways to stay informed - July 12
  • Play safe in Vaughan parks - July 11
  • EXTENDED hours at Vaughan splashpads - July 9
  • #ShopVaughanLocal #ShopLocalON - July 8
  • Splashing around Vaughan – safely - July 8
  • Vaughan Public Libraries continues to launch new virtual programs - July 7
  • Supporting the stormwater system for years to come - July 6
  • Update: What’s on in Vaughan - July 5
  • Working from home, safely - July 4
  • Virtual Summer Adventures about to begin - July 3
  • Virtual public meetings continue in July - July 2
  • Ten tips to beat the heat - July 2
  • Happy Canada Day Vaughan - July 1  
June 
  • City building continues - June 30
  • Check ahead for Canada Day updates - June 29
  • Enjoy park amenities, responsibly - June 28
  • Lighting Canada Day fireworks? Follow these safety tips - June 27
  • Have your say on design elements for the new Carrville Community Centre, Library and District Park - June 26
  • City launches Medical Waste Exemption program - June 25
  • Curbside marriage licences now available - June 25
  • "One Week" until Barenaked Ladies sing for Vaughan - June 24
  • It's splash time in Vaughan - June 24
  • Mayor Bevilacqua launches the new Ready Resilient and Resourceful Committee - June 23
  • Be smart, protect yourself when visiting recently opened facilities - June 23
  • Protecting our pollinators - June 22
  • Registration underway for a summer of fun - June 22
  • City expands patios, supports local businesses - June 19
  • City now offering in-person summer camps - June 19
  • Barenaked Ladies headline Vaughan's virtual Canada Day event - June 18
  • Reminder: property tax late fees waived until July 1 - June 17
  • Vaughan remains "Open for Business" - June 17
  • Expanding Vaughan's parks and open spaces - June 16
  • Continued support for businesses - June 15
  • Find Your Strong with new virtual fitness classes - June 14
  • Planning on visiting a park? Follow these requirements - June 13
  • Vaughan expands online permit options - June 12
  • Double-Up Days coming in June - June 11
  • Keeping employees and customers safe - June 10
  • Beat the heat - June 8
  • Have your say at Vaughan's virtual public meetings - June 7
  • What's on in Vaughan - June 6
  • Calling all young scientists - June 4
  • Taking action to continue supporting local businesses - June 3
  • Virtual public meetings continue in June - June 2
  • 'Happy Canada Day, Vaughan' - June 1  
May 
  • Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month - May 31
  • Take a virtual abstract art tour - May 30
  • Vaughan's commitment to safe drinking water - May 29
  • Virtual Summer Adventures - May 29
  • Advancing the Yonge North Subway extension - May 28
  • Vaughan Public Libraries cancels in-library programs until 2021 - May 28
  • City-building in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre continues: Mayor Bevilacqua - May 28
  • Take the economic impact survey - May 27
  • Business resiliency readiness and resourcefulness - May 26
  • Continue to stay informed - May 23
  • Community Centre improvements underway - May 21
  • Pick up after your pet – it’s the law! - May 20
  • Delivering results for the community - May 20
  • Vaughan gets Gold Certification for accessibility - May 19
  • Connect virtually this holiday Monday - May 18
  • The Rhythm of Public Works - May 17
  • #TogetherVaughan - May 16
  • Park protocols for people and pets - May 16
  • Vaughan Public Libraries is first in province to provide curbside pickup - May 15
  • New program helps businesses adapt to changing environment - May 15
  • All City facilities within parks remain closed Mayor Bevilacqua - May 14
  • Victoria Day holiday weekend reminders - May 14
  • City provides further relief on property tax payments - May 13
  • By law team focused on public safety as some businesses reopen - May 13
  • Welcome to vaughanbusiness.ca - May 12
  • Vaughan continues to address litter amid COVID-19 pandemic - May 12
  • InSpirit Festival goes virtual - May 11
  • Committed to educating, engaging and enriching - May 11
  • COVID-19: update on City services - May 10
  • Update: Committee and Council meetings continue online in May - May 9
  • Recycling and waste collection reminders and tips - May 8
  • City continues to offer financial support for seniors - May 8
  • Emergency planning and precautions for pets - May 7
  • Keeping Vaughan Clean - May 7
  • City of Vaughan launches new online permit portal - May 6
  • City expands online art gallery - May 5
  • Keep fit from the safety of home - May 4
  • Committee and Council meetings continue online - May 4
  • Emergencies happen. Stay informed. - May 3
  • 'Open for Business' – new online directory supports local businesses - May 2
April
  • Special edition COVID-19 newsletter coming to Vaughan homes and businesses - April 30
  • By-law enforcement team keeping Vaughan safe - April 29
  • Mayor Bevilacqua recognizes lasting impact of workplace incidents on communities - April 28
  • Vaughan Public Libraries launches new online service - April 27
  • COVID-19: latest updates from the City of Vaughan - April 26
  • Outdoor maintenance during the COVID-19 pandemic - April 25
  • Some seasonal public works operations impacted due to COVID19 - April 24
  • Access Vaughan at your service - April 23
  • City implements relief for its not-for-profit tenants - April 22
  • Mayor's Speech: As COVID-19 persists, city-building continues: Mayor Bevilacqua - April 22
  • Coexisting with urban wildlife - April 21
  • Committee and Council meetings resume tomorrow - April 20
  • Working together to keep Vaughan clean - April 19
  • Spring into spring cleaning - April 18
  • Take a virtual tour of the City's corporate art collection - April 17
  • Vaughan Public Libraries expands French programming - April 16
  • La bibliothèque municipale de Vaughan accroît sa programmation en français - 16 April
  • Taking action for local businesses - April 15
  • Vaughan businesses answer the call of duty during COVID 19 pandemic - April 15
  • Mayor Bevilacqua launches Guardians of our Government public campaign - April 14
  • Committee and Council meetings continue online - April 13
  • City moves up leaf and yard waste schedule - April 11
  • Statement: Mayor Bevilacqua requests flags lowered in memory of COVID-19 victims - April 10
  • Residents urged to connect virtually this holiday weekend - April 10
  • Mayor Bevilacqua launches #ShopVaughanLocal - April 9
  • Council approves Emergency Measures By law - April 8
  • Vaughan to host its first-ever virtual Canada Day event - April 8
  • City advances COVID-19 response efforts - April 7
  • City puts supports in place for seniors - April 6
  • Working together to combat COVID-19 - April 5
  • Service changes in effect for holiday weekend - April 4
  • COVID-19 Update on City services - April 3
  • Spring recreation programs and permits cancelled plus City led events until June postponed - April 2
  • Staying active at home - April 1  
March
 
  • City of Vaughan extends facility closures - March 31
  • Guidelines to ensure waste is safely collected - March 31
  • Council cancels planned water and wastewater increases - March 30
  • Stay informed: COVID-19 - March 29
  • Explore Vaughan Public Libraries' digital collection - March 28
  • Keeping our city clean - March 27
  • City holds first ever electronic participation Committee and Council meetings - March 27
  • Standing up for the business community - March 26
  • Vaughan continues to take steps to keep the community safe - March 26
  • All facilities within parks closing in Vaughan - March 25
  • Online resources at your fingertips - March 25
  • Help make waste collection safer for front-line staff - March 24
  • Modified by law enforcement services in effect - March 23
  • Statement: Vaughan and Ontario together, fighting COVID-19 - March 22
  • City advises public to avoid playgrounds - March 21
  • City takes steps to support citizens and businesses - March 21
  • City expands waste collection service in response to COVID-19 - March 20
  • Mayor Bevilacqua welcomes provincial legislation allowing virtual council meetings - March 19, 2020
  • City waives late penalty charge on interim property tax bills - March 19
  • Mayor's Speech: Emerge Stronger - March 17
  • Vaughan Business Action Plan - March 17
  • Update: Vaughan's response to COVID-19 - March 17
  • Update - Mayor Bevilacqua responds to the COVID-19 challenge - March 17
  • Mayor Bevilacqua calls special Council meeting - March 17
  • Mayor Bevilacqua calls special Council meeting - March 16
  • Mayor Bevilacqua provides update on Vaughan’s response to COVID-19 - March 13
  • Check ahead: COVID-19 response - March 13
 
 

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