Vaughan – a premier tourism destination
Unique partnerships and strategic campaigns in 2024 encouraged visitors and businesses to make their next stop Vaughan
Whether supporting the delivery of engaging events and activations, attending numerous industry tradeshows and conferences, or developing and executing exciting marketing campaigns, the Tourism Vaughan team remained busy throughout 2024 boosting the city of Vaughan’s reputation as the destination of choice for leisure, sport and business visitors.
Blue box collection is changing in 2026
A new province-wide recycling system that will transition blue box collection away from the City of Vaughan is coming next year.
Beginning on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, all aspects of the blue box program will be transferred from the City to Circular Materials Ontario, a not-for-profit organization appointed by the Province. Circular Materials Ontario will then manage the collection, sorting and recycling of all blue box materials.
Vaughan rises up to make a difference
2025 Mayor’s Gala raises funds to support the Spirit of Generosity
Last night, more than 900 community leaders and business professionals gathered for Mayor Steven Del Duca’s 2025 Mayor’s Gala at Universal Event Space to support the Spirit of Generosity, an initiative that continues to make a positive impact and inspire change in Vaughan.
NEW Shared Micromobility Pilot
The City of Vaughan is rolling out an exciting new way to get around! Through a two-year pilot program, three approved operators are now offering shared e-scooter and e-bike rentals across the city. Shared micromobility offers a convenient, sustainable way to take short trips across the city, without needing a car. Shared micromobility includes small, lightweight vehicles like e-scooters and e-bikes that anyone can rent using a smartphone.
Preston Pablo to headline Vaughan’s Canada Day celebration!
Join us at North Maple Regional Park on July 1
Come celebrate Canada’s 158th birthday with us!
Gather your friends and family and join us on Tuesday, July 1 for a Canada Day to remember with an exciting lineup of FREE entertainment and activities all day long, including a special headline performance by JUNO award winner Preston Pablo at 3 p.m.!