Sugar and spice and everything ‘ice’? Not on our watch! Salting is an important part of the City of Vaughan’s winter maintenance efforts, and, by using it sparingly, we’re cutting costs and protecting our stormwater systems, all while ensuring exceptional service levels.
Respecting taxpayers. Delivering Service Excellence.
Respecting taxpayers and delivering Service Excellence are at the core of the City of Vaughan’s 2024 Budget and 2025-2026 Financial Plan, which was adopted by Vaughan Council this evening.
Brought forward by Mayor Steven Del Duca, the budget invests in the City’s extensive public services, provides good value for each tax dollar and keeps Vaughan’s property tax rate competitive.
Every year, hundreds of cities, towns and regions of all sizes come together to participate in Culture Days – a national celebration of the vibrancy of arts and culture in their communities. And this year, Vaughan’s festivities were among the best, ranking eighth overall as a Top Participating Community and fifth among mid-sized cities in Canada.
This ranking was celebrated by Mayor Steven Del Duca and Members of Council during a special ceremonial presentation at today’s Council meeting.
Our winter crews are ready for the next snowfall!
We provide residents with efficient and reliable winter services – whether it’s reducing ice on roads or clearing snow from local streets, paths and sidewalks, our crews strive to take on whatever the Canadian winter has in store. Here are some of the services we provide:
Of the more than 19,500 businesses in Vaughan, more than 87 per cent are small enterprises. To set those small businesses up for success, the City’s Vaughan Business and Entrepreneurship Centre (VBEC) offers comprehensive support, including business information, resources, training and hands-on assistance, for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs starting or growing their businesses in Vaughan.
Making plans this holiday season? There is so much to see and do on the newly improved Woodbridge Avenue! Take advantage of convenient new on-street parking and walk the rejuvenated area to shop local retailers, enjoy restaurants, admire public art and more.
Here’s what you can do along Woodbridge Avenue:
North Maple Regional Park is the City of Vaughan’s biggest park project yet – and work to transform it is well underway! Wondering what’s happening at the park? Here’s the latest …
Family Recreation Area
Good news, Vaughan: Woodbridge Avenue is open!
Today, the City of Vaughan held an event to celebrate the official reopening of the new and improved Garnet A. Williams Community Centre!
After being closed for extensive renovations, the Ward 5 community centre has been completely transformed. The facility now includes:
