Vaughan Awarded 2026 Project of the Year for Stormwater Management Infrastructure at Gallanough Park

The City of Vaughan’s Infrastructure Delivery department has been recognized by the Ontario Public Works Association (OPWA) for its award-winning work to improve stormwater management infrastructure in Gallanough Park.

As part of the City’s commitment to enhancing community spaces and ensuring they can be enjoyed for generations to come, extensive improvements were completed in Gallanough Park to revitalize the playground, improve drainage and help mitigate flooding. This included constructing a new underground stormwater management facility in the park, building a storm relief sewer on Arnold Avenue, and installing an overland stormwater relief path at Tanjo Court and Springfield Way. Together, these improvements help alleviate flooding adjacent to and north of the park during heavy rainfall events.

And this critical work has set a gold standard, winning the 2026 OPWA Project of the Year Award. This achievement was celebrated with Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council during a special ceremonial presentation at the Sept. 29 Council Meeting.

Recognitions like this highlight the Infrastructure Delivery department’s commitment to planning, maintaining and delivering high-quality infrastructure for the community. 

The OPWA is a nonprofit professional organization that serves professionals involved in public works – such as transportation, water systems, emergency management, parks, engineering, and city infrastructure. It includes members from local, provincial and federal agencies, as well as private-sector companies that support public works.

QUOTES

“I am pleased to congratulate the City’s Infrastructure Delivery department for earning the 2026 Project of the Year Award from the Ontario Public Works Association. This team of highly skilled professionals delivered critical stormwater management improvements to Gallanough Park and the surrounding area to help mitigate flooding and strengthen the area’s resilience to extreme weather. This recognition reflects the professionalism, innovation and teamwork that guided the project every step of the way. Thank you for your continued commitment to building a stronger, more vibrant community and improving residents' quality of life. Congratulations!”

- Mayor Steven Del Duca

“Great infrastructure often works behind the scenes, but its impact is felt every day. By combining critical infrastructure improvements with meaningful community enhancements, the City’s Infrastructure Delivery team has delivered a project that will benefit residents for generations. Thank you to the team for your commitment to delivering Service Excellence for residents, and congratulations on earning this prestigious award!”

- Zoran Postic, City Manager

“I am proud of our Infrastructure Delivery team in receiving recognition from the Ontario Public Works Association – winning the 2026 Project of the Year Award is an amazing achievement! The work at Gallanough Park was extensive and vital to ensure the neighbourhood remained safe and enjoyable. Now, during heavy rainfall, residents can rest assured effective and efficient flooding mitigation processes are in place with new and improved stormwater management infrastructure. Thank you to the team for their hard work in revitalizing Gallanough Park, and congratulations on this well-deserved award.”

- Vince Musacchio, Deputy City Manager, Planning and Infrastructure Development

QUICK FACTS 

• The City of Vaughan’s Infrastructure Delivery department has received the 2026 OPWA Project of the Year Award for its stormwater management infrastructure at Gallanough Park. 
• Extensive stormwater management work was undertaken to help alleviate flooding adjacent to and north of the park during heavy rainfall.
• This achievement was recognized during a special ceremonial presentation at the Sept. 29 Council Meeting.
• The City of Vaughan worked with Resilient Consulting Corporation and Varcon Construction to complete this project.  

LEARN MORE 

• City of Vaughan’s Gallanough Park webpage. 
• Ontario Public Works Association webpage.