A partnership to improve local health and wellness
The Town of Georgina, Southlake Regional Health Centre and the Northern York South Simcoe Ontario Health Team (NYSS OHT) have joined forces through a new memorandum of understanding (MOU). Central to the MOU’s shared goals is the pursuit of a new healthcare facility in Georgina to provide a suite of services based on the most pressing needs of the community.
Announced during a signing ceremony on June 27, the MOU outlines five areas for collaboration:
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Health Facilities and Resources: Bringing care closer to home through the development of new facilities and resources based on local health data, as well as expanding the use of existing spaces to increase access to care
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New and Expanded Health and Wellness Programs: Improve health equity by increasing access to inclusive, evidence-informed programs and services that meet Georgina’s current and future needs
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Advocacy and Community/Partner/Provider Engagement: Collaboratively pursue and advocate for support and investments from funders and decision-makers at all levels of government
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Data Sharing: Working together to inform shared pursuits that leverage each organization’s information and insights, while upholding all applicable privacy requirements
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Research and Innovation: Explore joint partnerships with academic institutions to bolster research that informs literature and advances knowledge and standards for leading edge care
The Town of Georgina is investing up to $210,000 to help implement and advance the MOU’s shared goals. The funding will support MOU administration through a dedicated Project Lead at Southlake. The Town of Georgina, Southlake and NYSS OHT are proud to work together to strengthen local healthcare services to address the most pressing needs of the community.
Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts
Tickets for the 2024/2025 season at the Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts are on sale. There is an exciting lineup of shows including David Wilcox, 54∙40, Jully Black, Choir! Choir! Choir! and more. There are other great shows coming to the theatre as well, including fabulous tribute artists. Check out a full lineup of fantastic performances and to purchase your tickets through TIXHUB.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On Sept. 30, 2024, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Town of Georgina, in partnership with the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation, will hold a flag raising event at the Civic Centre. Residents are welcome to attend this event commemorating the tragedy of residential schools in Canada and their continuing impact on Indigenous communities.
Parks and Trails Master Plan
The Town is working on a Parks and Trails Master Plan encompassing everything from parks and trails to lush open spaces and vibrant natural areas. This includes outdoor recreational facilities, sports fields, playgrounds and outdoor exercise stations. This master plan is focused on non-waterfront parks.
Playground improvements
The Town is completing improvements at two parks in the fall of 2024 – West Park and Udora Park. The new playgrounds will feature creative and interactive designs for play spaces that are fun and engaging for the whole community. Playground equipment will be inclusive and accessible. The new playgrounds will feature a composite structure with slides and climbing features, new swings, curbed protective surface with engineered wood fibre and accessible walkways.
Replacement Civic Centre update
Whether you have feathers or four wheels, visitor parking has moved now that construction is underway for the replacement Civic Centre. The current building remains open, operating business as usual during construction. When visiting the Civic Centre, visitors are asked to park in the designated parking spots in the lot behind the building and to use the walkway to enter via the front entrance. Parking spaces have also been added to the roundabout at the front of the Civic Centre for short stays.
Back to school/crossing guard safety
The kids are back in school and that means the roads are busier with traffic and school buses. Let’s help keep everyone safe by slowing down and watching for pedestrians crossing roads and in parking lots. Did you know all vehicles must come to a complete stop when directed to do so by a school crossing guard displaying a stop sign? Vehicles must also remain fully stopped until everyone has left the roadway, including the crossing guard. Any violation is an offence under the Highway Traffic Act.
Recreation registration underway
Fall is just around the corner. Looking for some fun activities for you and your family? Fall recreation program registration is now open. Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, challenge yourself or have fun, there's something for everyone, including swim lessons and aquatic leadership programs.
Share your vision for Georgina’s 2025 Budget
Each year, the Town of Georgina passes a budget to determine how funds will be spent. The Town is developing the 2025 budget, which includes an operating budget and capital investments, and builds on the priorities identified in the 2023-2027 Corporate Strategic Plan. Tell us how your tax dollars should be invested by taking the online survey. Hard copies of the survey are also available at the Civic Centre, all four branches of Georgina Public Library, the MURC and the Link.
Leisure vehicle storage reminder
Unfortunately, winter is coming. As of Oct. 31, residents are reminded seasonal torage of summer leisure vehicles on residential lots is not allowed. Snowmobiles or similar winter vehicles may be stored between Nov. 1 and March 31. Permanent storage of leisure vehicles may be permitted on residential lots that meet the requirements and setbacks provided in the regulations.
Bag tag exemption week Sept. 23 to 26
Bag tag exemption week is back! Please note the printed calendar contains an error in September regarding bag tag exemption week. It should be the week of Sept. 23, not the week of Sept. 16. For the week of Sept. 23 to 26, residents can put out up to five items without tags. This includes large items such as a couch. It does not include white goods (such as refrigerators, stoves, washers and dryers, dishwashers) or electronics. 
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Have a concern about a streetlight outage, illegal dumping or potholes? You can report it online at georgina.ca/ReportAProblem.
Stay connected
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Animal Services: 1-877-979-PAWS (7297)