Canada Day
Celebrate Canada Day on July 1 with exciting festivities at the ROC and Georgina Village Museum. Bring the family for live entertainment, children's activities, inflatables and delicious food. As night falls, relax and enjoy spectacular fireworks. Avoid parking delays and take advantage of complimentary shuttles to and from the ROC all day long.
Changes for Lake Drive this summer
The Lake Drive Improvements Project Phase 1 is set to transform this popular stretch of road. This summer, residents and visitors will notice changes as the Town implements a new seasonal multi-use pathway (MUP) on Lake Drive East from Civic Centre Road to South Drive. Pedestrians and cyclists will use the MUP in the north lane while vehicles will travel one-way eastbound along this same length of Lake Drive East. The changes to Lake Drive will be in place by the end of June. The improvements will greatly enhance safety for all using this route during the summer months – the busiest time of the year along Lake Drive.
Safe Streets Monitoring Program
Shelly the safety turtle reminds everyone to slow down. Automated Speed Enforcement cameras are now in use in some Community Safety Zones. There are five cameras, one in each ward. Tickets are issued by the Town and mailed to the registered licence plate holder on file with the Province of Ontario. The fine amounts are regulated and established by the province.
Happy anniversary!
Two Town landmarks are celebrating anniversaries this year. The Georgina Village Museum is marking its 50th anniversary and the Stephen Leacock Theatre is celebrating its 40th anniversary. Check out all the great things happening at these iconic facilities and be sure to check out the performance lineup for the 2025/26 season at the Stephen Leacock Theatre.
Stephen Leacock Theatre Georgina Village Museum
Construction season
Watch for road upgrades throughout the town including rout and seal, mill and pave, and road reconstruction and realignment work such as the Queensway North which will also include new sidewalks and traffic calming measures. A number of other streets will also be resurfaced including: Bayview Avenue, Royal Road, Boyers Road, Woodriver Bend and Golfview Crescent. During active construction, remember to obey temporary traffic conditions to ensure our staff and contractors are safe. There are hundreds of infrastructure, parks and facilities projects being delivered throughout 2025.
Pollinator map
Did you know? Georgina is a Bee City that supports pollinators like bees, birds, bats, butterflies, moths and more. Pollinator gardens have been created to help our pollinators thrive at the following locations:
- The ROC 26557 Civic Centre Rd.
- The Link 20849 Dalton Rd.
- Pefferlaw Library 76 Pete’s Lane
New playgrounds
New playgrounds have been added to Udora Park and West Park. They feature creative and interactive designs for play spaces that are fun and engaging for the whole community. Playground equipment is inclusive and accessible. Some of the new pieces include a composite structure with slides and climbing features, new swings, curbed protective surfaces with engineered wood fibre and accessible walkways.
Pefferlaw Park - Trail expansion and additions
Be sure to check out the new walking trail this summer at Pefferlaw Park that has outdoor fitness equipment available for public use. The pedestrian trail was expanded in fall 2024 and the design extended the existing limestone screening trail network to connect new recreation facilities into one cohesive space.
Beaches and waterfront parks
Are you planning to visit one of Georgina’s beaches and waterfront parks this summer? There are a few things to remember besides the sunscreen.
- Barbecues or other cooking devices are not allowed on beaches or in the parks.
- Please don’t litter. Dispose of garbage in the waste receptacles.
- No dogs are permitted on the beach area.
- Parking lots are available to resident parking pass holders and visitors. A valid parking ticket from a pay-and-display machine must be displayed by visitors.
Coming this year
A new playground for High Castle Park will be completed this year along with a revitalization of Jackson’s Point Parkette. A new AODA-compliant ramp and stairway will provide accessible entry from the Belhaven Hall parking lot to the baseball diamond. Both the Pefferlaw Memorial and Sutton Cenotaph are also receiving upgrades. The Town is working in partnership with the Sutton Legion, Pefferlaw Lions and the Chippewas of Georgina Island to honour our veterans and to create public spaces encouraging reflection and remembrance.
High Street improvements
High Street in Sutton will undergo major redevelopment in 2026. The High Street improvement project will enhance the streetscape and upgrade infrastructure along a section of the road. It will also upgrade and modernize the local road, stormwater and water supply infrastructure to meet current standards and achieve the required service levels for the long term.
Replacement Civic Centre
Construction of the replacement Civic Centre is progressing well. All areas of work are being delivered as required and the project is on track to achieve substantial completion later in Q4 this year.
Get more information on this and other projects underway in Georgina.
Blue box transition
Due to a provincial change, the Town will transition its blue box recycling program to Circular Materials. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, producers will be fully responsible for providing Blue Box services throughout the province. This change will streamline the recycling of products and packaging throughout Ontario. Until this transition date, no changes to regular collection are expected. As more details about post-transition collection become available, they will be shared with residents.
Buy Canadian - Shop Local
Whether dining at your favourite restaurant or shopping for the perfect gift, every purchase makes a big difference. When you shop at small businesses, you’re doing more than spending money – you’re supporting local entrepreneurs and the community.
Animal Shelter
The Georgina Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre is looking for families interested in fostering. Make a difference in the lives of pets looking for forever homes. The only cost to you is your time and love. The shelter covers all medical, food and supply costs.
Wellness education series
The Northern York South Simcoe Ontario Health Team (NYSS OHT) Primary Care Clinic has moved to 443 the Queensway S, Unit 30 and is accepting new patients. In partnership with the Town of Georgina, a Health and Wellness Education Series will run, starting this summer, at the MURC, the Link, Pefferlaw Lion’s Hall and online. Topics include aging, mental health, caregiver support, chronic disease and more, ensuring accessible, relevant care information for all residents. Find out more at nyssoht.ca/educationsessions.
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Collection inquiries: Green for Life (GFL): 1-866-421-5625 | gflenv.com
Animal Services: 1-877-979-PAWS (7297)