A day off school doesn’t have to mean a day without learning – or fun! The City of Vaughan is offering programs and camps during the upcoming PA Day on Friday, Oct. 20 for kids aged three to 14 at select community centres and at the Vaughan Studios & Event Space. Pre-registration is required at vaughan.perfectmind.com.
Programs and camps include:
Mayor Steven Del Duca issued the following statement in response to Vaughan Council’s unanimous support for a Members’ Resolution he co-authored with Ward 5 Councillor Gila Martow in support of Israel, which was brought forward to the Oct. 11 Committee of the Whole (2) meeting and immediately ratified:
It’s time for goblins and ghouls to gather for Halloween fun! The City of Vaughan is offering an exciting lineup of themed workshops for kids to celebrate the spooky season. Registration is underway – take a look at some of the programs available on weekends this month.
Make a scary short film
Correct waste setout
While tossing your waste bins and bags on the road may be easier, that can make picking them up difficult for collectors. And if your materials aren’t sorted correctly, some items might be left behind. The City of Vaughan is here to help make collection days quick, easy and hassle-free for all involved!
Here's a refresher on waste setout best practices:
The City of Vaughan takes great pride in providing an exceptional quality of life and standard of living that is second to none. One of the ways the City achieves this objective is through the Grow with Vaughan horticulture sponsorship program in support of beautification across the city.
North Maple Regional Park (NMRP) is the City of Vaughan’s biggest park project yet – and work to transform it is well underway! Phase 2 of the park’s redevelopment is now 50 per cent complete.
Deadline extended: take the survey until Oct. 31
How do you use Vaughan’s greenspaces, like parks, trails and woodlots? How can these areas better meet your needs? Do you want more of these spaces? We want to hear from you!
This weekend, many people will be cooking up a feast for friends and loved ones, but it is important to pay attention to fire prevention. Today is the first day of Fire Prevention Week, which runs until Saturday, Oct. 14. This year’s theme is “Cooking safety starts with YOU!” and Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS) is taking this opportunity to educate the community about the importance of being fire aware in the kitchen.
Follow these important safety tips on Thanksgiving weekend and beyond:
