Do you know why trees are so important? Well, they contribute to our overall quality of life by producing oxygen, improving mental and physical health, and providing shelter for animals and food for humans. Trees also cool the air, save water, reduce noise pollution, capture stormwater runoff and beautify the community.
Vaughan is a city that recognizes and celebrates arts, culture and heritage. As part of this commitment, the City of Vaughan will once again play host to the Ontario Culture Days Festival this fall. The 2023 Vaughan Culture Days Festival Hub will be presented by TD and include free community events taking place from Friday, Sept. 22 to Sunday, Oct. 15.
Edebwed Ogichidaa Kwe or She who speaks the truth (known as Elder Valarie King in English), elder from the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, will lead the Sisters in Spirit Vigil in City of Vaughan for the second year. We invite members of the public to join this event to learn and express solidarity and grief over generations of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit people.
In 2022, this important event received the People's Choice Spotlight Award through ON Culture Days.
Vaughan Culture Days Festival Hub
Three weeks of FREE events! Celebrate arts, culture and heritage across Vaughan between September 22 and October 15.
Free Kick-Off Event & Flag-Raising on Saturday, September 23 from 9:30am to 12:00pm
With school back in session, it’s important for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians to slow down, cycle or walk safely, and follow the rules of the road. This includes practicing safe parking habits, especially in school zones.
In response to growing transportation demands and the need for increased road safety and sustainable modes of travel, the City of Vaughan is undertaking multiple traffic studies through the Corridor Reviews.
Feeling the heat this week? So are your pets. On hot and humid days, Vaughan Animal Services recommends keeping your pets – including dogs, cats and birds – indoors as much as possible.
Follow these tips to make sure they stay safe and cool:
It’s never too early to start thinking ahead about your winter holiday plans – Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanzaa are less than three months away! Have you been elected as the party planner for this year’s festivities? Choose Vaughan for your next special gathering!
The City of Vaughan operates and maintains more than 150 stormwater management ponds across the community. But you may be wondering how they work? What are their benefits? What does the City do to maintain them?
We’re answering all of your top stormwater pond questions!
How do stormwater ponds work?
Biking is a fun and environmentally friendly way to get to school – but remember, safety should always come first. More students, parents and families will be out in our community during school drop offs and pickups, so it’s even more important to follow the rules of the road – including when you’re riding your bike.
