The Town of Georgina held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Multi-use Recreation Complex (MURC) – the largest project in its history. Mayor Margaret Quirk, Members of Council, dignitaries and Town staff gathered at the site on the west side of Woodbine Avenue between Glenwoods Avenue and Ravenshoe Road for the sod-turning event.
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Nov 9
Lest we forget.
Remembrance Day services in Keswick and Sutton will take place on Thursday, Nov. 11. There will not be any parades this year.
The events will take place at the Keswick and Sutton Cenotaphs from 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Community members are welcome to pay their respects at the Cenotaphs after the ceremonies.
A Remembrance Day service will take place on Sunday, Nov. 7 at the Pefferlaw Lions Community Centre at 3:30 p.m.
Nov 6
The Town of Georgina marked the official opening of the new Pefferlaw Fire Hall today. Fire Station 1-8 is a welcome addition to Pefferlaw’s downtown that also embraces the heritage of the community by incorporating the former Cooke’s United Church.
Nov 4
The Water Division has started the annual sewer maintenance in order to prevent blockages and sewer backups. Sewer flushing is taking place in south Keswick between Ravenshoe Road and Old Homestead this fall. The crew is taking every precaution possible to avoid any inconvenience but occasional toilet splashes may occur in locations with deficient plumbing. Ensure toilet lids are kept closed when not in use.
Nov 3
The Government of Ontario has announced expanded eligibility for booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, effective Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021.
Nov 3
In an effort to move services online and have information more accessible to residents, the Town is launching a new online portal – the tax and water portal. It will allow residents to receive and view their tax and water bills electronically.
Nov 2
The Link Winter Market is back for two dates this fall at the Link in Sutton and it’s looking for vendors. Would you like a chance to connect with shoppers in the heart of our community at a one-of-a-kind event? The Link Winter Market is a fantastic opportunity for you.
It is a community shopping experience that features unique handmade treasures and treats, live music, local farmers, one-of-a-kind gifts, artist creations, foodie delights and more.
Nov 2
The Georgina Kinsmen, with the support of the Town of Georgina, are excited to announce the Santa Claus Parade will be held in Sutton this year.
On Dec. 4, 2021, Santa arrives in Sutton for the annual Santa Claus Parade of Lights. Beginning at 5 p.m. in Jackson’s Point, the parade travels down Dalton Road to High Street, then along High Street ending at the Sutton fairgrounds. Float registration will begin Wed. Nov. 3 at 8:30 a.m. at georgina.ca/events.
Oct 29
Enjoy a safe Halloween, Georgina. While it’s great the kids can resume trick-or-treating this year, it is important to recognize we are still in a pandemic and we need to continue making safe choices and practise the following public health measures:
Oct 27
Council today received the 2022 draft budget which proposes a zero per cent tax increase, with an option to provide an additional one per cent for capital reserves, for a total increase of one per cent. The Town is able to provide a zero per cent operating increase in 2022 due to an above-average surplus being forecast for fiscal 2021.