Georgina Matters - Spring 2026

• Spring program and summer camp registration - March 3
• Link Spring Market - March 22
• Easter Swim - Leisure Pool/MURC - April 4
• Curbside Giveaway Days - Monthly starting April 25
• Georgina Farmers’ Market - Sundays Open May 17 to October
• Swap and Sell and Electronic Recycling Event - May 9
• Pefferlaw Sports Zone - Opening for the season in May

Willow Beach Park Revitalization

Willow Beach Park was identified for revitalization in the Waterfront Parks Master Plan. The project is moving into the early stages of detailed design based on the approved concept. The construction will incorporate a number of key components such as a lakefront pedestrian and cycling promenade, a widened beach, and new amenities such as kayak storage, a basketball/play court, adult fitness stations, a central plaza for seasonal pop-ups and food trucks, and upgraded washroom and changeroom facilities. Visit buildinggeorgina.ca to learn more about this exciting project.

Building Georgina: A new way to connect

Have you checked out Building Georgina? This online engagement site brings residents, businesses and the Town together to help shape the future of the community. It offers an easy way to learn about Town projects, share feedback and see how public input helps guide decisions. The new platform makes engagement more accessible and interactive, supporting meaningful connections across Georgina. Visit buildinggeorgina.ca to explore current projects.

Are you planning a project this spring or summer at your house? We can help with all your building needs. Do you need a permit for your pool, hot tub, deck or shed project?

Visit georgina.ca/building for the building permit application process, call 905-476-4301 or email building@georgina.ca.

Looking for fun activities for the family over March Break? Check out the fantastic drop-in programs at the MURC, Georgina Gym, Leisure Pool, Ice Palace and Sutton Arena. There is something for everyone to have fun with this March Break.

York Region is developing a new housing project at 187–195 The Queensway South in Georgina. The project will feature a five-storey building with 86 units, including 50 affordable housing units (32 community housing and 18 transitional housing) and 36 emergency housing units. This important housing project will include 8,000 sq. ft. of multi-purpose, flexible community space that will further integrate the housing project into the community. This much-needed community space for local and regional organizations will create a destination for many residents to enjoy for years to come.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Community Open House on Feb. 24, 2026. If you couldn’t attend, you can explore the latest project updates, view display boards and learn about next steps in the planning and design process. Visit york.ca/TheQueenswaySouth to see what’s new and subscribe to the project newsletter for future updates and engagement opportunities. 

Keswick Business Park

The first building in the Keswick Business Park is nearing full occupancy, with Milwaukee Tool announcing a lease to occupy 54,000 sq. ft. for its new Service Hub. Building permits have been issued for the leasehold improvements and the company is looking forward to being fully operational by the end of 2026, employing more than 60 people. This new building fronting onto Woodbine Avenue is owned and leased by CAP Inc. and currently has less than 95,000 sq. ft. of remaining floor area available for lease. Milwaukee will join existing tenants, Turf Care Canada, Pulp Moulded Products and Imperial Dade, which occupy a combined 275,000+ sq. ft. and support more than 200 local jobs.

Lake Drive Multi-Use Pathway

The Lake Drive Multi-Use Pathway will be back in place before Canada Day. This pathway on Lake Drive East from Civic Centre Road to Dalton Road offers a safe and enjoyable space for all. The north lane along Lake Simcoe features a multi-use pathway, perfect for walking, cycling and enjoying the scenic views. The south lane is a one-way eastbound vehicular lane. Several new pedestrian crossings were added, making it easier to connect to the beach and enjoy the lakefront. Whether you’re walking, cycling or driving, these improvements make it safer and provide greater access to our beautiful community.

Spring clean, Georgina style!

With spring comes the perfect opportunity for spring cleaning. In addition to regular green bin and waste collection, the Town provides several programs to assist residents in disposing of unwanted items.

• Yard waste collection – Week of April 13 until December. Yard waste is collected on your regular biweekly recycling cart and green bin collection days.
• Curbside Giveaway Days – Monthly from April to October. On select days, place gently used items labelled ‘free’ at the curb from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Textile recycling – Bring unwanted textiles such as clothing, footwear, towels, pillows and curtains to textile recycling bins located at the Georgina Ice Palace, Civic Centre and the Georgina Sutton Arena.
• eWaste, Swap n’ Sell Event – Find some great deals and get rid of any unwanted electronics May 9, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Georgina Ice Palace.
• Bag tag exemption week – Take advantage of Bag Tag Exemption Week from May 19 to May 22. Georgina residents can put out up to five untagged bags, items or containers for collection. Large non-recyclable household items are included in the program. Items that cannot be collected include refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers and hot water tanks.