Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service’s (VFRS) mission is to provide programs to protect lives, property and the environment from the adverse effects of fire, medical emergencies and other dangerous conditions. Today, the newest generation of firefighters answered the call and were officially welcomed into the Service at a graduation ceremony.

The City of Vaughan’s tremendous storm cleanup continues. As the heavy rain and strong winds from Saturday, May 21 toppled trees and pushed debris onto roads, sidewalks and boulevards, Vaughan staff quickly mobilized efforts, working extended hours and prioritizing emergencies.

Today, Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council joined the loved ones of the late Tony Alati to dedicate a garden at St. Jean de Brebeuf Parkette in his honour. His friends and family raised funds to have the garden installed and held a ceremony on his birthday – June 10.

This weekend, a first-of-its-kind music festival is coming to Vaughan’s downtown core – and you’re invited! On Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12, the Vaughan International Music Festival will showcase music from cultures worldwide in the heart of the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC), located at 100 New Park Place. 

The City of Vaughan is updating its Service Excellence Strategic Plan, which will guide the organization over the next Term of Council (2022-2026), and is asking what you think the City should consider including in the next iteration of this important guiding document.

Have your say! Take part in the in-person or virtual workshops on Monday, June 27 at the following times:

The City of Vaughan is always looking for new and innovative ways to enhance the delivery of Service Excellence to all residents – and SmartParks is one of them! This new pilot project located at select Vaughan parks allows you to access amenity and facility bookings, report a problem such as litter, and make a service request by simply scanning a QR code with your smartphone.

Today marks a historic moment in the development of the City of Vaughan’s new Carrville Community Centre, Library and District Park! Members of the media were invited to join Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council along with the Vaughan Public Library Board today at the official ground-breaking ceremony at the future site, located at Thomas Cook Avenue and Valley Vista Drive.