When the weather forecast calls for wind, think about your blue box! On windy days, your recyclables can blow out onto sidewalks and roads if they are incorrectly placed in your blue box.

To avoid this problem and keep Vaughan litter-free, follow these tips from the City of Vaughan:

Update: the City of Vaughan’s Significant Weather Event has ended as of Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. 

The City declared a Significant Weather Event on Thursday, Feb. 16 based on a freezing rain warning issued by Environment Canada. This event has ended effective Friday, Feb. 17 at 3:45 p.m.   

​Participate in an online session and provide input until Jan. 8 

The revitalization of Maple Community Centre continues! Renovations already completed include a fully modernized library branch, redesigned reading spaces, an outdoor reading garden, new recreation activity rooms, a barrier-free washroom, updated fitness change rooms and more. 

The City of Vaughan has declared a Significant Weather Event based on a freezing rain warning issued by Environment Canada. A period of freezing rain is anticipated to begin this evening and end early Friday morning. 

Read the full list of all City parks (PDF). You may also view the City parks and amenities online map. 

It’s almost Family Day weekend, and although there will be some facility closures and alternate hours, there is still plenty of fun to be had around Vaughan! Here is all you need to know to plan ahead and spend some quality time with family, friends and loved ones on Monday, Feb. 20. 

The City of Vaughan’s right of way contains multiple utilities within municipal roadways. The city’s right of way is located within the area between the middle of the roadway and the residential water valve. This area will have several utilities, including gas, hydro, water and telecommunication cables. The City’s Utility department co-ordinates the installation of new utilities and addresses any concerns regarding telecommunication exposed cables, pedestals, cabinets and ground-level boxes.

Have you ever experienced some form of barrier that prevented you from doing everyday-life tasks, like carrying out work or household responsibilities, or engaging in social activities? Share your story to help create a more inclusive and accessible city.