The City of Vaughan is dedicated to fostering a community that is diverse, welcoming and inclusive for all residents. As part of that commitment, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council joined the community to unveil a new rainbow crosswalk at City Hall today during Pride Month.

Do you have extra materials you’re hoping to dispose of soon? Then take advantage of the City of Vaughan’s Double-Up Days this week or next, depending on your scheduled collection day. This program allows you to place up to six garbage items at the curb, and paid tags are not required.

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Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service’s (VFRS) mission is to provide programs to protect lives, property and the environment from the adverse effects of fire, medical emergencies and other dangerous conditions. Today, the newest generation of firefighters answered the call and were officially welcomed into the Service at a graduation ceremony.

The City of Vaughan’s tremendous storm cleanup continues. As the heavy rain and strong winds from Saturday, May 21 toppled trees and pushed debris onto roads, sidewalks and boulevards, Vaughan staff quickly mobilized efforts, working extended hours and prioritizing emergencies.

Today, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council joined the loved ones of the late Tony Alati to dedicate a garden at St. Jean de Brebeuf Parkette in his honour. His friends and family raised funds to have the garden installed and held a ceremony on his birthday – June 10.

This weekend, a first-of-its-kind music festival is coming to Vaughan’s downtown core – and you’re invited! On Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12, the Vaughan International Music Festival will showcase music from cultures worldwide in the heart of the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC), located at 100 New Park Place.