Biweekly collection begins the week of June 13
As spring shifts to summer, the City of Vaughan’s weekly leaf and yard waste collection moves to a biweekly schedule. Yard waste materials will be picked up every other week starting the week of June 13, depending on your scheduled collection day.
Spring maintenance continues with pothole repairs, installing planters, grass cutting and more
The City of Vaughan is continuing its spring-cleaning efforts to keep the city’s public spaces safe, clean and beautiful for your enjoyment. Here is an update on our operations:
Potholes
All 20 locations are now open DAILY
As the heat warning continues for Vaughan, come cool off at one of the City of Vaughan’s 20 splashpads! All locations are now open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., subject to weather and surface conditions.
Find a splashpad near you:
The Weston 7 Secondary Plan
The Weston 7 area is evolving. The City of Vaughan is undertaking a Weston 7 Secondary Plan to guide the transformation of this area into a complete, vibrant and active community. Once complete, Weston 7 will be a distinct urban destination with a variety of commercial, cultural and entertainment amenities, and parks and open space, supported by housing, jobs and community facilities.
Join the conversation
Take an online survey, attend an open house or join a nature walk
Trees beautify our city and enhance the quality of life for the community. They provide a home for animals and shade for people spending time outdoors. These are just some of the reasons we need to carefully plan for and manage them.
The Yonge-Steeles corridor is evolving. As part of its growth, the City of Vaughan is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment study for the proposed extensions of Royal Palm Drive and Powell Road. The City is proposing an extension of Royal Palm Drive, from Hilda Avenue to Yonge Street, and of Powell Road, from Pinewood Drive to Steeles Avenue West.
An overview of the Planning and Growth Management reports presented in May
City building doesn’t happen overnight. Well before construction begins, developments undergo a careful review by City staff, Vaughan Council, public agencies (such as the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, York Region and provincial ministries, where appropriate) … and you! Public feedback is a vital part of the planning process and there are many ways to have a say before applications are approved.
Dry, hot weather means extra steps must be taken with outdoor fires
Due to unseasonably dry and hot weather conditions, Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service is advising you to exercise caution when conducting permitted open-air burning, and using outdoor firepits and wood-fire barbecues.
If you are using an outdoor flame of any type, remember these tips:
