26557 Civic Centre Rd.
Keswick, Ontario L4P 3G1
This is the season to get cozy. Enjoy curling up by the fire with a good book, a long walk in the crisp autumn air, and digging into some warm apple pie.
There are many family-friendly activities to enjoy this holiday, but before making any plans, be sure to check our facility closures. The Georgina Civic Centre and all Town facilities will be closed on Monday, Oct. 14, reopening for regular business hours on Tuesday, Oct. 15. This includes:
Congratulations to our Summer Photo contest winners. Thank you for all the great photos of you, your family and friends enjoying summer in Georgina. Your shots highlighted how beautiful summer in this community can be.
Instagrammable Georgina category
Enjoying our parks category
Summer Events category
Non-resident category
Georgina Fire and Rescue Services is joining forces with the Office of the Fire Marshal and the National Fire Protection Association, the official sponsor, to promote Fire Prevention Week. It runs from Oct. 6 to 12 and the theme this year is – Not every hero wears a cape. Plan and practise your escape.
In Canada, most fire deaths occur in the home, where people believe they are the safest. Canadian fire departments respond to roughly 25,600 structure fires per year. In 2015, these fires caused more than 1,400 injuries and almost 200 deaths.
The Town of Georgina has parents covered.
In anticipation of the pending strike by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) on Monday, Oct. 7 across the province, the Town of Georgina will be offering a Variety Camp at the Georgina Gym from Monday, Oct. 7 to Friday, Oct. 11, 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m.
Register online at georgina.ca/recreation or by phone at 905-722-1429.
The Town of Georgina is reviewing the Keswick Secondary Plan. The goal is to update the plan to reflect changes to provincial and regional policy and to support the development of a vibrant and thriving community where residents can live, work and play.
This is the season to get cozy. Enjoy curling up by the fire with a good book, a long walk in the crisp autumn air, and digging into some warm apple pie.
There are many family-friendly activities to enjoy this holiday, but before making any plans, be sure to check our facility closures. The Georgina Civic Centre and all Town facilities will be closed on Monday, Oct. 14, reopening for regular business hours on Tuesday, Oct. 15. This includes:
Applications are open now for the Community Initiatives Fund (CIF). The application deadline is Nov. 1, 2019.
The Town of Georgina is committed to assisting local individuals, community groups and organizations with their fundraising needs. The Town has established the Georgina Community Initiatives Fund, which is funded through the Annual Georgina Charity Golf Classic.
How to apply:
The final 2019 property tax bill was mailed in June. The final instalment is due Sept. 26.
Payments can be made by monthly pre-authorized payment, telephone/internet banking at any bank, or in person by cash, cheque or debit at the Civic Centre.
For more information, see the brochure below, call 905-476-4301 or visit the Taxes webpage on the website.
The Town of Georgina, together with YorkNet, is holding information sessions to provide an overview of YorkNet’s role in implementing the Connect to Innovate (CTI) Program. Connect to Innovate is a Government of Canada Program to bring high-speed internet to rural and remote communities in Canada. Residents will have the opportunity to speak with internet service providers about connectivity opportunities.
Join us at the following sessions to learn more:
Tuesday, Oct. 15, Udora Community Hall, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 20, the ROC, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Get ready for Bag Tag Exemption Week. Throughout the week of Sept. 16 to 19, Georgina residents are allowed to put five bags, items or containers untagged out for collection.
Large articles (household non-recyclables) are included. Items such as refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, hot water tanks are not included.