Georgina’s Olympic athletes

Congratulations to Georgina's hometown athletes, Chloe Daniels and Shannon Westlake, who competed in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Chloe and Team Canada Women's Rugby Sevens took home a historic silver medal at the games. Shannon competed in the Women’s Shooting 50m Rifle, exhibiting tremendous skill in her event. Chloe and Shannon, the community couldn't be prouder of you for representing our community on a global stage! Thank you. 

Starlight Cinema Nights

Join us for five free movies on Starlight Cinema Nights. Bring blankets, popcorn, chairs, friends and family for a cozy outdoor cinematic journey under the starlit sky. With a giant inflatable movie screen with concert-quality sound to ensure an unforgettable evening of community and fun. To see all the dates and what movies are playing, visit georgina.ca/StarlightCinema.

Georgina’s Field to Table Event

Join us on Saturday, Aug. 17 for the seventh annual Field to Table Event in celebration of 201 years of local agriculture. Here’s your opportunity to visit some of the area’s biggest and most diverse farms. The day includes self-guided tours between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. where visitors will enjoy samples and various educational experiences. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/FieldToTable.

Annual Georgina Mayor’s Charity Motorcycle Ride and Poker Run

Mark your calendar for the Georgina Mayor’s Charity Motorcycle Ride and Poker Run benefiting Sutton Legion Branch #356, on Saturday, Sept. 7. The ride begins at the ROC Chalet. Registration starts at 9 a.m. with coffee, tea and muffins. “Kickstands up” is at 10 a.m. followed by a four-hour scenic tour ending at the Sutton Legion with a barbecue, prizes and silent auction.

Climate Change Action Plan Survey

Municipalities are preparing themselves to plan and adapt to climate change impacts. For example, some municipalities are reducing the emissions from their buildings or planting trees for shade and to absorb carbon. Georgina is a community that has done some of these things, including installing EV chargers at the Link, giving away and planting trees. Now, the Town is looking to formalize a Climate Change Action Plan. We want to hear from you about what is most important to you. To learn more and participate in the survey, visit georgina.ca/ClimateAction.

Fall program registration

Mark your calendar for fall program registration on Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 8:30 a.m. for residents and Aug. 27, at 8:30 a.m. for non-residents. Enjoy fun recreation and culture programs for all ages and abilities. Be sure you’re ready for registration day by testing your online account login credentials and checking that your account information is updated. Can’t remember your password? Use the forgot password feature or call Service Georgina for support at 905-476-4301. For the latest information or to register, visit georgina.ca/recreation.

Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts

Tickets for the Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts 2024/2025 season are on sale. Purchase tickets on TIXHUB. There is an exciting lineup of shows including David Wilcox, 54∙40, Jully Black and more. Visit georgina.ca/SLT to see the full lineup of fantastic performances.

Building Georgina Rogers TV

Did you know the Building Georgina section of our website provides updates on many Town projects? The interactive construction map shows where road construction is happening. Check out the latest episode of our Building Georgina program on Rogers TV with Mayor Quirk, who chats with staff about the many projects and improvements underway. Watch the newest episode and stay updated by visiting georgina.ca/BuildingGeorgina.

Splash Pads

Splish splash, have a blast at Georgina’s Splash Pads! Beat the heat at one of the four locations open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• The ROC
• Whipper Watson Park
• Const. Garrett Styles Park
• Julia Munro Park

Discover all the fun features to keep kids active and cool all summer. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/SplashPads.

Dog reminders

Your dog may be friendly but it shouldn’t be off leash. Animal Services has been responding to an increase in dog bites in the community. If your dog bites a person or another pet, there could be serious consequences ranging from being quarantined by Public Health or in severe circumstances, being seized by animal services officers. Keep yourself, your pet and others safe by always walking your dog on a leash and do not let them roam free. Be a responsible pet owner. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/AnimalServices.

Pump tracks and skateparks

Whether you're a seasoned skater, bike rider or just starting out, the Town’s parks offer a variety of ramps, rails and open spaces for all skill levels. The Pefferlaw Pump Track and Skatepark is the newest amenity and was designed for bikes, skateboards, rollerblades, scooters and other wheeled sports equipment. Check out all the parks at georgina.ca/skateparks. 

Georgina Public Library summer reading club

Join Georgina Public Library for a summer of reading and learning activities for all ages. Be creative, discover your next passion and enter to win incredible prizes. To learn more or find out how to participate, visit georginalibrary.ca.  

The ROC Early Bird passes

Get your ROC early bird season pass. Take advantage of this great offer and get your 2024/25 winter season pass today. Starting from only $79 + HST until Oct. 31, enjoy a whole winter season of tubing, skiing and snowboarding. Don't miss the biggest savings of the year. To learn more, visit georginaroc.ca.

Overlooked pets deserve a forever home

The Georgina Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre wants you to know that special needs and senior pets offer an extraordinary kind of companionship. If you're considering adoption, take a moment to look beyond the kittens and puppies. The perfect pet for you might just be one who has been waiting the longest. Embrace the opportunity to make a real difference in an animal's life and experience profound bond that comes with adopting an overlooked pet. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/PetAdoption.

Events Calendar

Check out the fantastic community events happening throughout the Town in August. The Sutton Fair and Horse Show runs Aug. 8 to 11. The Pefferlaw Lions Cruise for the Car is on Aug. 17 and you won't want to miss the Georgina Farmers' Market every Sunday at the Link. For all the details on all these events and more, visit georgina.ca/events.

Curbside Giveaway

The next Curbside Giveaway Day is Saturday, Aug. 24. Put your unwanted items at the curb from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for other residents/neighbours to take free of charge. What treasures will you find? All unclaimed items must be removed by 5 p.m. To learn more, visit georgina.ca/events. 

Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIR) Program

Are you an entrepreneur looking to take your startup to the next level? Check out the YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury EIR Program. The YSpace team connects local entrepreneurs with mentors who provide guidance, resources and more. To be considered for the YSpace Georgina and East Gwillimbury EIR Program, applicants must have completed an intensive YSpace program such as Business Plan Bootcamp or equivalent. For more information or to apply, visit georgina.ca/YSpace. 

Council meetings are a flexible hybrid model, providing staff, Council members and the public the option of participating either in person or virtually.

View Council Highlights at georgina.ca/CouncilHighlights.

Aug. 14 – 9 a.m. 

Anyone interested in speaking during the public portion of the meeting may attend in person or virtually. To participate virtually, pre-registration is required. A Request to Speak form must be submitted to the Clerks Division by noon the day before the meeting. To view the Council meeting calendar or learn more, visit georgina.ca/CouncilMeetings.

Are you a talented professional looking to make a career move? Georgina is a progressive, growing and vibrant municipality. Take a look at what we have to offer. The Town looks forward to having you join us and be part of Georgina’s talented and growing team. To learn more or apply, visit georgina.ca/careers. 

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