Annual Collection

The City of Vaughan has specific Christmas tree collection days that are marked on the annual collection schedule. 2022 dates start the week of Jan. 4 and Jan. 11.

Below is a list of general items that are not accepted by the City for waste collection. Alternative disposal options are provided. For any questions or clarification, please contact Environmental Services.

Traffic controls signals are used for the safe and efficient movement of goods and people only, and are not used for traffic calming or limiting traffic volumes.

When traffic control signals are implemented at unwarranted locations, there are several negative effects:

The City criteria for the installation of pedestrian signals are:

Residents can submit an application for on-street paid parking. To apply, the following mandatory requirements must be met:

• The applicant requesting paid permit on-street parking resides on the street
• The street has a sidewalk
• The street (curb to curb) is at least eight meters wide
• The street must be City- assumed

If all mandatory requirements are met, and no previous requests have been processed for the same street within 2 years of the date of the current request, an application may be submitted with a fee.

The purpose of an all-way stop is to control right-of-way at an intersection. They are not to be used as a speed control device. When all-way stops are implemented at unwarranted locations, there are several negative effects:

Put up a lawn sign

You can post a #SlowDownVaughan sign on your lawn, in your windows or on your social media channels to encourage the public to slow down while driving in your neighbourhood.

Safety tips for pedestrians

• Make eye contact with drivers
• Make sure drivers see you before you cross
• Make sure drivers are prepared to stop for you in both directions where necessary
• Begin to cross only once you are satisfied it is safe
• Continue to watch drivers as you cross