Spring is officially here, which means it’s nearly time to start seasonal yard work. And to help you get rid of all those extra materials, the City of Vaughan’s weekly leaf and yard waste collection is back soon! Starting the week of April 16, the City will pick up yard waste materials every week on your regularly scheduled collection day. Biweekly collection will begin the week of June 11. 

What you need to know about leaf and yard waste collection

Do you play tennis or pickleball? Wish there were more racquet sport courts to play at in Vaughan? Then we’re calling on you to get involved in the City of Vaughan’s Tennis and Racquet Sports Study. Now in Phase 2, get involved to give us additional feedback on what is important to you.

Through a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study, the City of Vaughan has been assessing potential improvements to McNaughton Road West, between Major Mackenzie Drive and Falvo Street – which could include adding sidewalks, cycling facilities, trail connections, intersection enhancements and more. 

Your initial input helped inform the study recommendations – now, you can learn more about what’s proposed and share your thoughts before plans are advanced. Here’s how:

Do you represent a non-profit community or social service organization? Are you interested in offering training programs for residents or employees of Vaughan-based businesses? If so, you’re invited to apply for the City of Vaughan’s Talent City Vaughan program by Tuesday, April 30.

Vaughan Animal Services (VAS) is dedicated to creating a safe community for pets and their owners – which includes offering microchipping services and rabies vaccines. 

Book an appointment to bring your pets to the microchip and rabies clinic at the Vaughan Animal Shelter (located at 70 Tigi Crt., Unit 47) on Sunday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call the City of Vaughan at 905-832-2281 to schedule your timeslot. Walk-ins will not be accepted. 

Today, the City hosted a Modular Housing Symposium at Vaughan City Hall, bringing industry stakeholders and all levels of government together. Discussions focused on modular housing, which is built from prefabricated components constructed wholly or partially off-site in a manufacturing facility before being transported to a property for assembly. 

Vaughan is a city in demand. And as one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada, it continues to evolve. But city building doesn’t happen overnight. Well before construction begins, developments undergo a careful review by City of Vaughan staff, Vaughan Council, public agencies (such as the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, York Region and provincial ministries, where appropriate) … and you!

Follow the rules of the road and always put safety first!

Are you ready to dust off your bike and put the pedal to the metal this spring? With longer daylight hours and rising temperatures, the City of Vaughan is reminding cyclists to inspect their bikes and ride responsibly. 

Here are some reminders to ensure your spring rides are fun and safe: 

Did you know cooking is the number one cause of home fires in Ontario? Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS) is reminding everyone to practise fire prevention over the holiday weekend to help keep your family safe.

When you are cooking, remember these important safety tips: