Resolving to drive safely

Make roads safer by committing to #SlowDownVaughan in the new year


The ball has dropped and resolutions for 2022 are being made. The City of Vaughan encourages you to take this opportunity to resolve to drive safely at all times in the new year. That resolution and adjustments to your driving habits may save a life. 

There are many ways you can share this commitment: 

Happy New Year, Vaughan!

Practise fire safety and follow COVID-19 directives when ringing in 2022


The countdown to the new year is on, which means you may be enjoying festivities and celebrating safely with loved ones to mark the occasion. The City of Vaughan is reminding residents to keep fire safety and COVID-19 directives top of mind this evening. 

Vaughan Celebrates 2021

Looking back at the virtual events that kept Vaughan entertained this year

 

The show went on in Vaughan in 2021 despite the global COVID-19 pandemic. Thousands of people tuned in to enjoy  the City’s virtual award-winning Vaughan Celebrates events throughout the year at Winterfest, Canada Day and Concerts in the Park. 

Celebrating 25 years!

The City Playhouse Theatre marks its silver anniversary


In 1996, the City of Vaughan hosted the grand opening of the City Playhouse Theatre when its curtain raised for the first time with the launch of a three-month “Festival of Arts.” Fast-forward 25 years, and the love of live theatre and performing arts still holds strong throughout the city. 

Temporary closure of Vaughan’s recreation facilities and Community Libraries

City takes a responsible, measured approach to ensure the safety of patrons and staff in response to Omicron spread

 

As the global COVID-19 pandemic evolves and the Omicron variant spreads quickly across Ontario and Canada, the City of Vaughan remains focused on monitoring and responding to the situation to protect citizens, businesses and the greater community.

#ShopVaughanLocal for Boxing Day sales!

Check out Vaughan’s businesses and stores for the latest deals
 

Planning to enjoy some Boxing Day shopping for the latest deals and specials? Remember, you can find everything you are looking for here in Vaughan! Whether buying an item you have been saving for or looking to pick up something you didn’t get from your wish list, the City of Vaughan is reminding you to #ShopVaughanLocal. 

Happy ‘fire safe’ holidays!

Tips from Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service to enjoy the festive season safely


Don’t let the Grinch or a fire get in the way of carving your prime rib or glazed ham! To help you have a safe and happy holiday, Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS) is reminding residents of some important holiday fire-safety tips. 

When cooking your holiday meal, follow these tips to ensure it goes off without a hitch:

Does your organization have an important cause or event to commemorate in 2022?

Learn more about requesting a City flag-raising, illumination or proclamation


Do you represent an organization that is advancing a cause that requires greater public awareness? Or does your association have a special event taking place in 2022 that celebrates the diversity, heritage and culture of the community? Submit a request to have an observance commemorated with a flag-raising, illumination or proclamation from the City of Vaughan.  

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