YSpace Open House

You are invited to our Community Open House for the YSpace Georgina Entrepreneurship Hub. The Town of Georgina is excited to announce the opening of the new YSpace Georgina Business Incubator/Accelerator Hub, located at 1 Market St, Sutton. This Entrepreneurship Hub will help support new business start-ups and existing businesses. This dedicated space will feature virtual and in-person learning, and allow for collaboration with other business owners and create connections with mentors. The physical space will offer computer access, internet, video conferencing solutions, photography tools for e-commerce and online content creation, collaboration spaces, programming support, and business community resources. 

Date: Friday, Aug. 5, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Location: YSpace Georgina, 1 Market St. Sutton, ON L0E 1R0

Sean Walker meet and greet cancelled

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Sean Walker meet and greet at the Georgina Ice Palace on Wednesday, Aug. 3, has unfortunately been cancelled. We look forward to celebrating Sean at a later date when he is back in Town. The free public skate at the Ice Palace will go ahead as scheduled tomorrow. Pre-registration is required to skate. 

Starlight Cinema Night

Join us under the stars this summer for a free movie! Starlight Cinema Night is back and bigger than ever with three dates at locations throughout Georgina.

Thursday, Aug. 11

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Pefferlaw Lions Park

Thursday, Aug. 25

Raya and the Last Dragon

The ROC Chalet

Friday, Sept. 9

Minions: The Rise of Gru

The ROC Chalet

Presented by Team Metherall - Real Estate - RE/MAX

Cole Metherall - Broker, RE/MAX All-Stars Realty Inc., Brokerage

Registration is required for each individual attending. 

Georgina Pan-African Flag Festival

Thank you to everyone who came out to the inaugural Georgina Pan-African Flag Festival yesterday. The Pan-African flag was raised at the Civic Centre in celebration of Emancipation Day and a more inclusive Georgina. Watch for the official release of our new ‘hate has no place here’ decals available next week.  

Field to table

Join the Town of Georgina, some of our farmers and their local partners on Aug. 20 for Field to Table. Each stop on this self-guided tour will be offering unique experiences where you can learn about farming, take tours and taste food made with fresh products. The more farmers you meet, the more chances you’ll have to win a farm-fresh basket.

Georgina beaches and waterfront parks

Georgina has many beautiful beaches and waterfront parks for you to discover. If you’re planning a visit here are a few things to keep in mind.

• Please leave BBQs and other cooking devices at home as they are not permitted.
• Place litter where it belongs. Help keep our parks beautiful.
• Parking lots are available to resident parking pass holders and visitors.
• Illegal parking will be enforced. Park in designated parking areas.
• Come early. Our parking lots fill up early, so don’t be disappointed.
• Pack some patience. Georgina will be busy, and our staff will be working to make sure your visit is enjoyable.

2022 Municipal Election

Are you thinking about becoming a candidate?

The nomination period for candidates closes on Aug. 19, 2022 at 2 p.m. Information and nomination forms can be found at georgina.ca/Election2022.

Did you know? For the first time, the Town will use online voting, along with tabulators, for the 2022 Municipal Election. Online voting will be available from Oct. 8 to Oct. 23 at noon. The last day to vote is Oct. 24, 2022. 

Voter Lookup

Are you on the voters’ list for the 2022 municipal election? There’s an easy way to find out – visit voterlookup.ca. Have your say.

Shows at Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts

Are you looking for a fun night and great entertainment? Check out the upcoming shows at the Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts. Join us for an evening of music with Gordie Johnson Saturday, Sept. 10 for the One Man Big Sugar Show.

ROC challenge course

The ROC is taking fun to new heights! Come to York Region's Adventure Headquarters this season to experience the great outdoors. High and low ropes, rock climbing wall and more to discover! 

Georgina Pioneer Village

Georgina Pioneer Village is open to the public. Come visit and take a walk through the past. The hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Sunday. We are excited to welcome everyone back to the village with new offerings, including new exhibits. 

The Town of Georgina is holding virtual Council meetings. These meetings will be broadcast as usual through the Town’s live streaming tool.

Aug. 10 – 9 a.m.

Aug. 24 – 7 p.m. Public Planning meeting

Public participation by phone is available. A pre-registration form is required to be submitted to the Clerks Division by noon the day before the meeting. The form can be found at georgina.ca/CouncilMeetings.

Bag tag program

Residents can place up to two bags or containers/items out for pickup every other week on their regularly scheduled collection days. Any additional waste requires a bag tag. Residents can put up to five bags/items of garbage out, two free and three paid. Bag tags are available at retail locations throughout Georgina, as well as at the Civic Centre and all three branches of Georgina Public Library. Note that not all retailers sell the large item tags. Tags are now $2 each and are being sold in groups of five for $10. Previously purchased bag tags remain valid and can be used. The Town now has a $12 fee for large items such as furniture, mattresses, box springs, toilets, appliances and carpeting.

Curbside giveaway days

Clear out the clutter in your home. The next Curbside Giveaway Day is Aug. 27. Put your unwanted items at the curb from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Other residents/neighbours can then take these items free of charge. Any unclaimed items must be removed by 5 p.m. and can only be put to the curb on that date.

The Georgina Public Library has extended its hours of operation. Please feel free to visit any of the libraries during the following times.

• Monday – Closed
• Tuesday – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Wednesday – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Thursday – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Friday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Saturday (Keswick) – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday (Sutton and Pefferlaw) – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Sunday – 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Are you a talented professional looking to make a career move? Georgina is a progressive, growing and vibrant municipality. Take a look at what we have to offer. The Town looks forward to having you join us, and be part of Georgina’s talented and growing team. 

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