City Update eNewsletter


2018 Annual Mayor's Luncheon 
At this year's luncheon hosted by the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua will speak about the city's transformational change. Vaughan is one of the best places to live and do business, with a quality of life that is second to none. As the largest employment centre in York Region, the city continues to excel in economic growth. With more than 11,900 businesses that employ over 218,000 people, Vaughan is an epicentre of development and entrepreneurial activity.

Municipal offices closed for the holiday weekend

Spend some "eggstra" special time with friends and family over the holidays. Before making plans, check out our facility closures. Vaughan City Hall and the Joint Operations Centre will be closed on March 30 and April 2 for the holiday weekend. Offices will reopen on April 3. 

Interim property tax due dates
Interim property tax bills have been sent out. Instalment due dates are March 28, April 27 and May 30. Final tax bills will be issued in the summer. If you have not received your bill, please contact the City of Vaughan immediately. Learn more about your property taxes and the different payment options available.


We're hiring - join one of the fastest growing cities in the country!
Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. If these three things describe you, we'd love to meet you. Visit vaughan.ca/careers to apply online. 
Get active this March Break
Vaughan offers lots of fun drop-in activities, including sports, skating, shinny hockey and fitness classes, at our community centres. Vaughan Public Libraries is also offering a variety of activities. 
Will you join the fight against climate change?
You're invited to Earth Hour Vaughan on March 24 at Vaughan City Hall starting at 6 p.m. Featured activities include candlelit yoga, a night cycle ride, lantern walk, live entertainment, free prize giveaways and an energy conservation exhibition. 
You're invited to the smARTcity SALON 
Join us for the smARTcity SALON taking place at Vaughan City Hall on March 22. Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua, Chair of the Mayor's Smart City Advisory Task Force, will open the evening with remarks, followed by a panel discussion and exchange of ideas about art, innovation and city-building. Event starts at 6:30 p.m. 

Waste collection over the holidays
Waste collection regularly scheduled for pick up on March 30 will be collected on March 31. Check out the online waste calendar for the complete collection schedule.

March 15
Coffee with a firefighter
Have questions about fire prevention or the fire profession? This is your chance to ask questions, learn something new
and get to know the firefighters in your community.

March 15 and 24
Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan: community pop-up events
Learn more about Vaughan's Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan at one of our community pop-up events and join the conversation. 
April 24
Lobbyist Registry Public Information Session 
Join us on April 24 at Vaughan City Hall for a Lobbyist Registry Information Session. Hear from Integrity Commissioner and Lobbyist Registrar, Suzanne Craig. 

On now until July 6
smARTcities: exploring the digital frontier art exhibition
Calling all art lovers! This exciting new exhibition at City Hall is part of Vaughan's ongoing work to use technology, innovation and digital solutions to become a smart city. 
Events calendar
Visit our  online events calendar f or a full list of upcoming events.
Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings at Vaughan City Hall



March 20 - Council Meeting, 1 p.m. 

April 3 - Finance, Administration and Audit Committee Meeting, 
9:30 a.m.

April 4 - Committee of the Whole Meeting, 1 p.m.

 April 4 - Committee of the Whole Meeting (Public Hearing), 7 p.m.

 April 9- Committee of the Whole Meeting (Working Session),   9:30 a.m.

April 10 - Vaughan Metropolitan Centre
Sub-Committee Meeting, 9:30 a.m. 

April 11 - Council Meeting, 1 p.m. 
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