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Spring is here, bringing an exciting lineup of events and activities designed to celebrate the season and bring the community together. This month in Georgina, look forward to recycling some old electronics, clearing the clutter, getting rid of extra garbage and taking mom for a swim. 

Calling all candidates. Thinking of running for municipal office? The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal Election begins May 1 and will remain open until Nomination Day on Aug. 21, 2026 at 2 p.m.  

Nominations will be accepted for the position of Mayor, Regional Councillor, five Ward Councillors, trustees for the York Region District School Board and York Catholic District School Board, and trustees for the two French-language school boards, Conseiller(ère) - le Conseil Scolaire Viamonde and Conseiller(ère) - le Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.

The Town of Georgina honoured members of the community with the 2025 Volunteer Award of Merit at a ceremony at the ROC on Thursday, April 23, 2026. 

“Our community is stronger because of the people who step forward to support others and bring neighbours together,” said Mayor Margaret Quirk. “I offer my heartfelt thanks to the recipients of the 2025 Volunteer Award of Merit. Their dedication and generosity continue to make a meaningful and lasting difference in Georgina.”

For the third year in a row, the Town of Georgina is celebrating Earth Day by giving away trees at the ROC on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This initiative is supported through funding provided in partnership with Canadian Trees for Life and its vendor, Beech Nurseries.

With very high-water levels and more rain in the forecast, the Town of Georgina is providing sand at designated locations to help residents protect their properties. Residents can fill their own sandbags using the sand provided. The Town will also provide sandbags located in blue recycling totes at the sand locations.

Residents are welcome to fill their own sandbags or use the Town provided sandbags at the following locations: 

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority advises that the water levels in Lake Simcoe are currently 219.23 m and are higher than average for this time of year. Currently, the water level in Lake Simcoe is rising two to three centimetres per day and is expected to continue rising. 

Rainfall is forecast for the Lake Simcoe watershed over the next five days. Total rainfall amounts of 30–40 mm are expected over five days, beginning today (Thursday), with locally higher amounts possible where thunderstorms occur. Temperatures will warm up on Friday, reaching 15 to 20°C, before the main rainfall develops on Saturday.

As winter’s chill gives way to the warmth of spring, the Town invites you to welcome the season of renewal by coming together to care for and refresh the community. There are several activities to participate in during Earth Month including cleaning up neighbourhoods, decluttering homes, planting trees and connecting with one another.

Spring has arrived, and Georgina is buzzing with exciting activities and events for everyone. It’s the perfect time to head outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. And if the weather doesn’t cooperate, there are plenty of fun indoor activities to keep you entertained.