Explore the City’s downtown core
Summer offers the perfect excuse to get out and explore the city! So make plans to visit the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) – the city’s emerging arts, culture and entertainment district. Whether you’re playing tourist close to home or visiting Vaughan for the first time, there is lots to see in the VMC!
Here are some reasons to make Vaughan’s downtown core your next summer stop:
Let’s protect them together
Do you know why pollinators are important to protect? Birds, bees, butterflies, bats and beetles sustain the environment through pollination and are vital to our ecosystem. In fact, you may be surprised to learn pollinators are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat.
Place up to six garbage items curbside
Your opportunity to get rid of extra waste has arrived: Double-Up Days are back this week or next, depending on your scheduled garbage collection day! This means instead of a three-item garbage limit, you can place up to six items at the curb with no paid garbage tags required. And remember, household waste does not belong in parks or open spaces.
Join a virtual meeting on June 27 to provide input
Improvements are being proposed for McNaughton Road West – and you can help inform them! Through a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study, the City of Vaughan is assessing potential improvements to McNaughton Road West between Major Mackenzie Drive and Falvo Street – which could include adding sidewalks, cycling facilities, trail connections and more.
The Thornhill Outdoor Pool opens on June 17
Summer is almost here, which means it’s nearly time to dive back into the outdoor pool! Starting Saturday, June 17, the City of Vaughan’s Thornhill Outdoor Pool, located at 26 Old Yonge St., opens for the summer on a modified schedule. Join us on opening day to enjoy music, water games and free freezies (while supplies last)!
VFRS reminds everyone to exercise caution with outdoor fires
Due to the improving weather conditions, Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS) has lifted the temporary burn ban put in place on June 6.
Although the ban has been lifted, VFRS is advising you to continue to exercise caution when conducting permitted open-air burning, and using outdoor firepits and barbecues.
If you are using an outdoor flame of any type, remember these tips:
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