As part of our ongoing commitment to creating safer roads, we’re currently undertaking the Neighbourhood Traffic Calming Plan.

By-laws are put in place to ensure a safe and orderly community for all who live, work and play in Vaughan. Each month, the City of Vaughan explores a different by-law and what it means for you. This month, let’s take a look at the Noise Control By-law 121-2021 (PDF).

Here are the basics

Time is running out to nominate someone you know for the 2023 Order of Vaughan, the highest honour the City may bestow on an individual who exemplifies extraordinary citizenship. Submit your nominations by Friday, Sept. 1!

The City of Vaughan is planning the future of the Weston Road and Highway 7 area. As one of Vaughan’s key development areas, various studies and plans are being done concurrently to help guide growth. This includes the Weston 7 Secondary Plan.

Are you thinking of hiring someone to do upgrades or repairs to your home or property? Before you sign anything, do your research and find the right – and licensed – company for the job! This can save you time, unnecessary stress and money in the long run.

Over the last few months, there have been an increase of incidents involving dogs off-leash around the Greater Toronto Area. Vaughan Animal Services is taking this opportunity to remind pet owners they have a responsibility while taking their pets outside to ensure the safety of others, including other dogs.

If you have a dog, here are three things to keep in mind:

Keep your dog on a leash

The City of Vaughan’s greenspaces have historically included parks, trails and pedestrian pathways, urban forests, valleylands, wetlands and naturalized areas. Emerging new types of public open spaces, especially within areas of intensification, are fundamental to the growth of Vaughan’s greenspace network. Equitable access to greenspace is also vital for a healthy and sustainable urban environment and can enhance the overall quality of life of residents.

The term “greenspaces” refers to a variety of outdoor recreational spaces that residents may use to get exercise, connect with nature, relax or socialize with others. These spaces may be big or small – from your neighbourhood park, to trails like the Bartley Smith Greenway or larger regional parks like North Maple Regional Park, to woodlots.

It’s been a summer full of wind and rain, which may have caused your recyclables to blow out onto the street some weeks – especially if they weren’t correctly placed in the blue box. Here are some tips and tricks you can try to prevent this from happening next time: