Throughout the year, the City of Vaughan provides free, fun family-friendly events that draw crowds from across the Greater Toronto Area to celebrate arts, culture and more – and they are being acknowledged in a big way!
The only fright you should have on Halloween night is from spooky costumes and scary movies – not from a fire.
When you’re getting ready to go trick-or-treating or stay home and hand out treats, Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service is providing safety tips to ensure everyone remains safe while having fun!
On January 19, 2022, the Province met with city mayors and regional chairs at the Ontario Housing Affordability Summit to discuss the housing crisis and coordinate efforts to increase the supply of homes across the province. Premier Ford announced at the Summit that more than $45 million in funding will be provided to help Ontario’s 39 largest municipalities modernize, streamline and accelerate processes for managing and approving housing applications.
The City of Vaughan is introducing you to some of the teams that work hard to support the residents and businesses that call this vibrant community home! Here’s everything to know about Recreation Services.
Have you thought about adding a pet to your family but aren’t sure where to start? Make the Vaughan Animal Shelter your first stop!
On Sunday, Nov. 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Vaughan Animal Services is hosting an adopt-a-thon at 70 Tigi Crt., Unit 47 for animals in our care. There are cats and dogs in need of a loving home. Come meet them – there’s no appointment needed!
Adoption fees:
Tomorrow is Halloween, when thousands of children throughout Vaughan will dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating. This year let’s all do our part to ensure it’s an accessible and inclusive holiday for every child in our city.
As the temperature outside cools and the leaves change colours, there’s no better time to explore the green spaces in your community. The City of Vaughan has finished upgrading and repairing park trails and walkways at 40 locations across Vaughan. So, grab a warm sweater, gather your friends and family and head to your local park – it’s time to play!
Festive lights and decorations are a hallmark of the holiday season, and, for many cultures and faiths, they are a meaningful symbol to get the community in the festive spirit at this time of year.
Get ready to be dazzled! The City of Vaughan will host its inaugural Festival of Lights celebration at Vaughan City Hall (2141 Major Mackenzie Dr.) on Friday, Nov. 10 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Are you gearing up for Halloween night? Whether you’ll be driving, walking or wheeling, be mindful that streets will be very busy with children dressed in costumes and their parents as they head out to trick-or-treat!
The City of Vaughan has tips to ensure our ghosts and goblins have a safe and fun night.
Tips for drivers and cyclists:
Each year, the City of Vaughan operates an extensive winter services and road maintenance program to help keep the public safe during the winter months. Some residents may require assistance with snow-clearing at their homes – that’s where the Community & Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS) program can help.
