March Break Activities At Vaughan Community Centres
March Break drop-in activities will be offered at City of Vaughan recreation facilities from March 9 to 18, in addition to the regularly scheduled recreation programs and lessons.
City Welcomes Approval of Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Subway Station Name
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua has welcomed the decision by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) to name the final stop on the Toronto-York Spadina Subway Extension, ‘Vaughan Metropolitan Centre.’ The decision was announced at a TTC meeting held on Wednesday, February 29.
Discovery Centre To Celebrate The Life And Work Of Pierre Berton
The City of Vaughan is undertaking a feasibility study to establish a Discovery Centre that celebrates the life and work of the late Pierre Berton. A long-term resident of the Vaughan community of Kleinburg, the celebrated author and television personality published more than 50 books on Canada's history and the shaping of the national character.
City Of Vaughan Receives Top Honours For Business Development Publication
The City of Vaughan has earned an Award of Excellence for its business development publication Vaughan Building a Gateway to Tomorrow’s Economy. The 2011 marketing award was given by the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO). Vaughan Council was presented with the award yesterday by members of the City’s Economic Development Department.
"This award recognizes the best in economic development programs and marketing materials," said Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua.
Vaughan Showcases New State-Of-The-Art Interactive City Hall Directory
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and City staff yesterday introduced and demonstrated City Hall’s new state-of-the-art, digital interactive directory – a 40-inch touch screen, wireless networked media player. The directory is located in the main atrium and can be accessed by those visiting City Hall.
Martha Bell Recognized For Work In Preserving City's Natural Heritage
Long-time Vaughan resident Martha Bell received a 2011 Heritage Community Recognition Program Award during a ceremonial presentation at this week’s Council meeting. The award, sponsored by the Ontario Heritage Trust, recognized Martha Bell’s efforts in the Natural Heritage category.
Recipients Of Vaughan Heritage Preservation Awards Recognized At Council
Recipients of the 2012 Vaughan Heritage Preservation Awards were recognized at a Council meeting on February 21 for their efforts in the restoration and conservation of Vaughan buildings of cultural heritage value. These projects support the City’s vision of maintaining its historic streetscapes and unique architectural heritage.
Vaughan Looks to the Future in Approving its 2012 Operating and Capital Budgets
Vaughan Council unanimously approved the City’s 2012 Operating and Capital Budgets at a Special Meeting of Council on Monday, February 13. A total of $226 million has been allocated for services and City operations and $49.3 million for capital improvements.
Mayor Bevilacqua Welcomes Provincial Approval of Stage Two Planning for Vaughan Hospital
Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua welcomes the announcement from the Province of Ontario that York Central Hospital (YCH) has received the approval to begin Stage Two Planning for the building of the Vaughan Hospital.
Posted on behalf of York Central Hospital
Posted on behalf of York Central Hospital
And the Ward 4 Civic Hero Award Goes To
Vaughan Council recently presented Mr. Som Nath Sharma with the City’s Ward 4 Civic Hero Award for his work with the Thornhill Senior Citizens Club and the Seniors Association of Vaughan Initiative (SAVI).