Natural Heritage
The NHN is represented on Schedule 2 of the Vaughan Official Plan (VOP 2010).
The NHN is represented on Schedule 2 of the Vaughan Official Plan (VOP 2010).
Agriculture in Vaughan
Yes! There is Agriculture in Vaughan. A York Region 2021 Census Release Report on agriculture revealed that there was 51 farms and 7,862 acres of farmland (including prime agriculture) in Vaughan.
On Saturday, Aug. 17, the City of Vaughan will mark Flight of the Monarchs Day – a nationwide event that celebrates the Monarch butterfly, as designated by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority.
Next Steps
In December 2019, Council adopted the new 2019 Green Directions Vaughan and now it’s time for the City to demonstrate how we lead and how we operate to create a sustainable and resilient Vaughan. Throughout 2019 and beyond, the City will take the following steps to guide Vaughan to help maintain a healthy natural environment, vibrant communities and a strong economy:
What's Our Green Direction?
Keeping Our Community Clean
Every year in April, in honour of Earth Day, residents in Vaughan come together to take part in the City of Vaughan's 20-Minute Makeover community litter cleanup. As part of the City’s effort to protect the environment for future generations, everyone must do their part to keep their neighbourhood, streets and parks clean and litter-free.
2025 Events
Home Energy Retrofit Orientation Webinar Series
Want to reduce utility bills, improve home comfort, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Environmental Sustainability provides support for residents and businesses resulting in increased awareness and local action on key environmental issues such as climate change, natural heritage, green infrastructure, urban agriculture and energy efficiency projects.