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Welcome to Georgina Matters, the Town of Georgina’s new seasonal newsletter. Georgina Matters is chock full of helpful information to help keep you informed about what’s happening around town. Here, you’ll find information about Town services, programs, events and upcoming projects.
In this edition, learn more about spring cleanup and yard waste collection, where to get your resident parking pass, the slew of online services offered, and park and playground upgrades that are underway.
Whether you’re new to town or a long-time resident, there’s plenty to do, see and discover in Georgina. The Town’s website is the place to find out what’s happening from upcoming Council meetings and road construction projects to drop-in program registration and what’s playing at the Stephen Leacock Theatre of Performing Arts.
Be sure to follow the Town on social media. For information and regular updates, visit georgina.ca.
Building projects
Planning a spring or summer project? We can help. Contact the Building Division for assistance and permits for your pool, hot tub, deck or shed projects. For more information, visit georgina.ca/building for the building permit application process, call 905-476-4301 or email building@georgina.ca.
Georgina MURC - Now Open!
The Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC) is now open and there’s plenty to do and discover.
The MURC, located at 261 Garrett Styles Dr., off Woodbine Avenue, is home to plenty of state-of-the-art amenities offering programs for all ages and abilities. Visit the six-lane, 25-metre pool, two-depth leisure pool and therapy pool. There are plenty of drop-in programs at the new gym, from pickleball and basketball to preschool playgroup and lacrosse. Pre-registration for drop-in programs is recommended.
The walking track is free to use Monday to Friday, 6 to 11 a.m. and Saturday to Sunday 8 to 10 a.m. Outside those hours, the walking track is open for a drop-in fee.
Discover the new Discovery Library Branch featuring a multi-purpose space, outdoor reading garden and Maker Space with new music and video recording equipment, a laser cutter and embroidery machine.
Book your next event, program or workshop at the MURC
There are three rooms available to rent at the Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC). More information about the details of these rooms will be coming soon.
Yours to Discover
Discover Georgina’s beauty along one of the many trails in town. Explore your local neighbourhood, nearby natural areas and unique landscapes. Walk, hike, jog and cycle along many of the Town’s multi-use pathways. Trail terrains include compact gravel and asphalt sections winding through neighbourhoods and community parks.
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Stay on designated trails, follow signage
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Be courteous, keep to the right
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Keep pets on a leash and pick up after your pet
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Dispose of your waste in a garbage bin — leave only footprints
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Don’t disturb any plant or wildlife
Building Georgina update
Building Georgina was established to highlight projects taking place throughout the community, from neighbourhood park upgrades and road repairs to the replacement MURC and the Pump Track and Skatepark in Pefferlaw.
Pefferlaw outdoor recreation amenities —
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The concrete skatepark is complete and the Pump Track — a circuit of rolls and banked turns — is to be completed in June. Track design includes features for all skill levels whether on bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller blades or sports wheelchairs as well as a junior track.
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Trail enhancements such as creating a walking loop and adding outdoor fitness equipment is scheduled for completion later this year.
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The new Sports Zone on the Pefferlaw Ice Pad with athletic flooring was completed in 2023. Basketball, pickleball and short-court tennis recreation programs are coming this spring.
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A barrier-free Community Garden with accessible picnic tables and workbenches was completed in 2023.
Playground replacements —
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Highcastle Park and West Park are scheduled for upgrades this year. Full or partial closure of these parks is required to complete construction work. Park improvements include interactive designs with accessible playground equipment such as new swings, climbing features and slides.
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Gwendolyn Park and Bayview Park were upgraded in 2023.
Just a click away
Need a dog licence, parking pass, burn permit or a marriage licence? Those — and many more — can be found online through the Town’s online services.
With one click, you can pay fees, apply for permits and find Town services and events.
Report a problem
Have a concern about a streetlight out, illegal dumping or potholes? You can report it online.
Stay connected
For customer service, call Service Georgina at 905-476-4301, ext. 3001
Collection inquiries: Green for Life (GFL): 1-866-421-5625 | gflenv.com
Animal Services: 1-877-979-PAWS (7297)