2022 Spring Health and Active Living Guide by Town of East Gwillimbury

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Health & Active Living Guide Spring 2022

VIRTUAL EDITION

RESPONSE TO COVID-19 The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during the Spring and Summer Season. The Town will monitor any changes related to COVID-19 and will make any necessary changes to programming to ensure the safety of our residents, participants and employees. To stay up date on changes to programs and facilities, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19 or sign-up for the Town’s eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews.

Cover Photo provided by EG resident Guan Netta

See Page 6 for more details

Submit your photos for consideration for the Fall 2022 cover at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/guidephoto

PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH See pages 15-17

SPRING REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 7 FAIR EG FOR SENIORS FUNDING AVAILABLE See page 21

SWIMMING LESSONS ARE BACK! See page 9-12

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2018-2022 Town of East Gwillimbury Council The Municipal Council is comprised of the Mayor and six ward councillors. The key responsibilities of Council are to support the municipality and its operations while ensuring that the public’s well-being and interests are maintained. If you would like to contact any Member of Council, please reference the map to identify your Ward Councillor.

Holborn Road

Queensville Sideroad

Herald Road

Virginia Hackson Mayor 905-478-3800 @ vhackson@eastgwillimbury.ca

Ward One

Loralea Carruthers Councillor, Ward 1 905-478-3808 @ lcarruthers@eastgwillimbury.ca

Terry Foster Councillor, Ward 1 905-478-3806 @ tfoster@eastgwillimbury.ca

Ward Two

Tara Roy-DiClemente Councillor, Ward 2 905-478-3803 @ troydiclemente@eastgwillimbury.ca

Joe Persechini Councillor, Ward 2 905-478-3801 @ jpersechini@eastgwillimbury.ca

Scott Crone Councillor, Ward 3 905-478-3802 @ scrone@eastgwillimbury.ca

Cathy Morton Councillor, Ward 3 905-478-3804 @ cmorton@eastgwillimbury.ca

Ward Three

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C O N T A C T

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1. Animals

8. Noise Problems

14. Property Taxes

Animal Control 1-888-644-5634

Customer Service 905-478-4282 After Hours YRP 1-866-876-5423

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

2. Building Permits

@ building@eastgwillimbury.ca Customer Service 905-478-4282 3. Bus Shelters

9. Outdoor Fires/Burn Permits

eastgwillimbury.ca/burnpermit Customer Service 905-478-4282

yrt.ca YRT 905-762-2100 Toll Free 1-866-267-1177

10. Parking

4. Fire Hydrants

11. Parks and Trees

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

5. Garbage/Missed Collection

12. Potholes

@ wasteline@gflenv.com GFL 1-866-421-5625

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

6. Graffiti

13. Power Outage

eastgwillimbury.ca/customerservice Customer Service 905-478-4282

hydroone.com/StormCenter3 1-800-434-1235

eastgwillimbury.ca/bylawform Customer Service 905-478-4282

15. Recreation Programs

eastgwillimbury.ca/guide @ leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca Recreation Services 905-478-3826 16. Road Concerns

Town roads – 905-478-4282 Regional roads – 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200 17. Speeding

YRP 905-895-1221 18. Streetlights (outages)

eastgwillimbury.ca/streetlights Customer Service 905-478-4282 19. Traffic Signals

York Region 905-895-1200

7. Mail Box

20. YRP Non Emergency Line

Canada Post 1-866-607-6301

Toll Free 1-866-876-5423 yrp.ca/Reportit

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WHAT’S INSIDE 5 9-12

Registration Information Children’s Aquatics Programs

13-14

Pre-school Programs

15-16

Child & Youth Programs

18-21

Adult & Older Adult Active Living Programs

22-28

Trails, Parks, Facilities & Rentals

Additional Information & Resources

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

REGISTRATION INFORMATION ONLINE REGISTRATIONS www.eastgwillimbury.ca/ireg

CANCELLED CLASSES DUE TO COVID-19 In-person classes may be cancelled with short notice due to COVID-19. Refunds will be provided.

CALL IN REGISTRATIONS Customer Service 905-478-4282

REFUNDS No refunds will be issued unless for medical reasons. A doctor’s note

TRANSFERS All requests for transfers must be made by emailing leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca. If space is available, a transfer could be accommodated up to two business days prior to the start of the program.

may be required. All requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Recreation Services office. A $20 administration fee plus a fee for classes attended will be deducted from all approved refunds.

WAITING LISTS If you cannot be accommodated in any of your selections, your name will be added to the waiting list for your first choice only.

Refunds will be processed according to the date Recreation Services receives your request. Please allow three to five weeks for any refunds to be processed.

PRORATE POLICY Fees for classes will not be prorated for any reason.

Recreation Services reserves the right to cancel programs due to insufficient registration.

Spring Registration Begins March 7, 2022 Spring Programs Begin April 12, 2022

OOPS!

We cancelled it…

…because we didn’t know you wanted it! We encourage you to register at least one week before classes start to avoid cancellations.

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VOLUNTEER & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Get Involved... Become an

ENGAGED EG VOLUNTEER The Town of EG has launched a new Volunteer Program and we would like you to be part of it! We welcome anyone, of any age to join – families, high school students, seniors and everyone in between. Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/engagedeg for more information and to sign up for a session. Questions? Email volunteers@eastgwillimbury.ca to find out how you can join our Engaged EG Team!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Town is looking for individuals who are passionate about their community. Join our team as we continue to make East Gwillimbury Active by Nature.

Positions include: • Fitness Instructor • Preschool/Children Instructors • Swimming Instructors • PA Day/Holiday Break/Summer Camp Instructors • Birthday Party Leader • Skate Guards • Inclusion Facilitators • Special Event Staff • Youth Leaders

For a complete listing of current employment opportunities, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/jobs

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HEALTH & ACTIVE LIVING PLAZA

HEALTH & ACTIVE LIVING PLAZA Future home of a pool in East Gwillimbury! Leslie St.

2nd Concessio n Rd.

Queensville Sdrd.

Doane Rd.

FUTURE HOME

WALKING/RUNNING TRACK

AERIAL VIEW*

LIBRARY*

AQUATIC PROGRAMS, LESSONS & DROP-INS

What’s Inside? PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMMING ACTIVE LIVING HEALTH SERVICES COMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICES AQUATIC CENTRE

BACK ELEVATION VIEW*

Learn more! FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE HEALTH & ACTIVE LIVING PLAZA AND WHAT AMENITIES ARE INSIDE, VISIT WWW.EASTGWILLIMBURY.CA/HALP

LEARNING ARTS CULTURE & DIVERSITY

EVENT STREET VIEW*

DESIGN CURRENTLY BEING DEVELOPED AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

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Thank you! A BIG

TO OUR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS!

Lorem

SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES For more information on sponsorship opportunities contact Recreation Services: ( 905-478-3826

8 rpogue@eastgwillimbury.ca

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CHILDREN’S AQUATICS PROGRAMS

LIFESAVING SOCIETY SWIM FOR LIFE® INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS East Gwillimbury is proud to partner with the Lifesaving Society to provide high-quality swim lessons for our residents. Swim for Life® is a complete learn-to-swim program from Parent & Tot through to Leadership. You’re never too young to start, and never too old to learn. Swim for Life® offers different strokes for different folks – of all ages and abilities.

WHAT TO WEAR Proper bathing attire means clothing used for swimming only. No street clothes or undergarments allowed. Participants who are not toilet-trained must wear swim diapers. Regular diapers (disposable or cloth) are not permitted. SHOWERS All swimmers must shower thoroughly with soap and water before entering the pool. OUTDOOR SHOES Outdoor shoes are not permitted in the changerooms or on the pool deck. Hallway space is available for storage of outdoor shoes. CHANGEROOMS Both men’s and women’s changerooms are available. STROLLERS Strollers are not permitted in the changerooms or on the pool deck. VIEWING AREA Swimming lessons can be observed from the designated area of the pool deck. The pool deck is accessed through the changerooms. One spectator per participant is permitted. Indoor footwear is required to be on pool deck.

PHOTOS AND VIDEOS To minimize distractions and protect the privacy of participants, photos/videos may only be taken on Parent’s Day. Taking photos/videos in changerooms is prohibited. FOOD AND BEVERAGES Food and beverages are not permitted on the pool deck or in the changerooms. PARENT’S DAY Join us during the fifth lesson of each session to speak with your child’s instructor at the end of the class and check in on their progress. Photos are permitted on Parent’s Day.

MAIN ST. AQUATIC CENTRE 241 MAIN ST. NORTH

Swim Program Conversion Chart If you were previously in Red Cross level... Starfish Duck Sea Turtle Sea Otter Salamander Sunfish Crocodile Whale Swim Kids 1 or 2 Swim Kids 3 or 4 Swim Kids 5 Swim Kids 6 or 7 Swim Kids 8 Swim Kids 9 Swim Kids 10

Register in Lifesaving Society level... Parent & Tot 1 Parent & Tot 2 Parent & Tot 3 Preschool 1 Preschool 2 Preschool 3 Preschool 4 Preschool 5 Swimmer 1 Swimmer 2 Swimmer 3 Swimmer 4 Swimmer 5 Swimmer 6 Swimmer 7

If you require assistance determining which swimming level to register for, please contact the Recreation Office at 905-478-3826 or leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca

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CHILDREN’S AQUATICS PROGRAMS

PARENT & TOT LESSONS Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun and learn and socialize. Through structured in-water interaction between parent and child, we stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. We provide Lifesaving Society Water Smart® tips on keeping your child safe in any aquatic setting. Certified instructors provide guidance and answers to your questions.

PARENT & TOT 1 Designed for the 4 to 12-month-old to learn to enjoy the water with the parent. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Wed

2 to 2:30 p.m.

April 20

$95

8760

PARENT & TOT 2/3 Designed for the 12 to 36-month-old to learn to enjoy the water with the parent. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

3 to 3:30 p.m.

April 19

$95

8761

PRESCHOOL LESSONS Give your child a head start on learning to swim. The Lifesaving Society Preschool Program develops an appreciation and healthy respect for the water before these kids get in too deep. In our basic aquatic progressions we work to ensure 3 to 5-year olds become comfortable in the water and have fun acquiring and developing a foundation of water skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all Preschool levels.

PRESCHOOL 1

3 to 5 years We encourage the parent to participate until their child lets them know they can do it themselves (thank you very much). These preschoolers will have fun learning to get in and out of the water. We’ll help them jump into chest deep water. They’ll float and glide on their front and back and learn to get their faces wet and blow bubbles underwater. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

3:45 to 4:15 p.m.

April 19

$95

8750

Wed

2:45 to 3:15 p.m.

April 20

$95

8763

PRESCHOOL 2

3 to 5 years These preschoolers learn to jump into chest-deep water by themselves, and get in and get out wearing a lifejacket. They’ll submerge and exhale underwater. Wearing a lifejacket they’ll glide on their front and back. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

4:30 to 5 p.m.

April 19

$95

8751

Wed

2:15 to 2:45 p.m.

April 20

$95

8764

PRESCHOOL 4/5 3 to 5 years

Preschool 4: Advanced preschoolers will learn to do solo jumps into deeper water and get out by themselves. They’ll do sideways entries and open their eyes underwater. They’ll master a short swim on their front wearing a lifejacket and gliding and kicking on their side. Preschool 5: These youngsters get more adventuresome with a forward roll entry wearing a lifejacket and treading water for 10 sec. They’ll work on front and back crawl swims for 5 m, interval training and get a giggle out of whip kick. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

5:30 to 6 p.m.

April 19

$95

8753

Wed

3:30 to 4 p.m.

April 20

$95

8775

SCHOOL AGE LESSONS The Lifesaving Society’s Swimmer program makes sure your children learn how to swim before they get in too deep. Swimmer progressions accommodate children 5 years and older including absolute beginners as well as swimmers who want to build on the basics. We stress lots of in-water practice to develop solid swimming strokes and skills. We incorporate Lifesaving Society Water Smart® education in all Swimmer levels.

SWIMMER 1

6 to 12 years These beginners will become comfortable jumping into water with and without a lifejacket. They’ll learn to open their eyes, exhale and hold their breath underwater. They’ll work on floats, glides and kicking through the water on their front and back. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

6 to 6:30 p.m.

April 19

$95

8752

Wed

3:45 to 4:15 p.m.

April 20

$95

8766

Wed

4:45 to 5:15 p.m.

April 20

$95

8758

SWIMMER 2

6 to 12 years These advanced beginners will jump into deeper water, and learn to be comfortable falling sideways into the water wearing a lifejacket. They’ll be able to support themselves at the surface without an aid, learn whip kick, swim 10 m on their front and back, and be introduced to flutter kick interval training (4 x 5 m). Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

6:30 to 7 p.m.

April 19

$95

8754

Wed

5:45 to 6:15 p.m.

April 20

$95

8770

Wed

6:30 to 7 p.m.

April 20

$95

8776

SWIMMER 3

PRESCHOOL 3

3 to 5 years These youngsters will try both jumping and a sideways entry into deep water while wearing a lifejacket. They’ll recover objects from the bottom in waist-deep water. They’ll work on kicking and gliding through the water on their front and back.

6 to 12 years These junior swimmers will dive and do in-water front somersaults and handstands. They’ll work on 15 m of front crawl, back crawl and 10 m of whip kick. Flutter kick interval training increases to 4 x 15 m. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

3:15 to 4 p.m.

April 19

$105

8756

Wed

3 to 3:30 p.m.

April 20

$95

8765

Tue

5:15 to 6 p.m.

April 19

$105

8777

Wed

4:15 to 4:45 p.m.

April 20

$95

8774

Wed

4:15 to 5 p.m.

April 20

$105

8768

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CHILDREN’S AQUATICS PROGRAMS SWIMMER 4

6 to 12 years These intermediate swimmers will swim 5 m underwater and lengths of front, back crawl, whip kick, and breaststroke arms with breathing. Their new bag of tricks includes the completion of the Canadian Swim to Survive® Standard. They’ll cap it all off with front crawl sprints over 25 m and 4 x 25 m front or back crawl interval training. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

4:15 to 5 p.m.

April 19

$105

8757

Wed

5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

April 20

$105

8769

SWIMMER 5/6 6 to 12 years

Swimmer 5: These swimmers will master shallow dives, cannonball entries, eggbeater kicks, and in-water backward somersaults. They’ll refinet their front and back crawl over 50 m swims of each, and breaststroke over 25 m. Then they’ll pick up the pace in 25 m sprints and two interval training bouts: 4 x 50 m front or back crawl; and 4 x 15 m breaststroke. Swimmer 6: These advanced swimmers will rise to the challenge of sophisticated aquatic skills including stride entries, compact jumps and lifesaving kicks like eggbeater and scissor kick. They’ll develop strength and power in head-up breaststroke sprints over 25 m. They’ll easily swim lengths of front crawl, back crawl, and breaststroke, and they’ll complain about the 300m workout. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Wed

6:15 to 7 p.m.

April 20

$105

8767

SWIMMER 7/8 6 to 12 years

Swimmer 7: Participants learn eggbeater kick, scissor kick, and how to do a backward somersault. They’ll refine their front and back crawl by swimming 50 metres of each, and will improve their breaststroke over a 25 metre swim. Swimmer 8: Participants will be challenged with stride entries, compact jumps, and lifesaving kicks. They will learn how to add in arm movements with their scissor kick to complete sidestroke as well as complete a 300 metre mixed stroke workout. Day

Time

Start

Fee

Code

Tue

6 to 7 p.m.

April 19

$115

8778

Location: Main St. Aquatic Centre 241 Main Street North, Newmarket

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PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS ABC FITNESS — 3-5 years This class will incorporate learning new skills (A,B,C’s, counting, colours, etc) while having fun being active! Preschoolers will benefit from social interactions with others, healthy growth and development, better selfesteem, stronger bones, muscles and joints, better posture and balance and a stronger heart. No parent/guardian participation required. BALLET — 3-5 years In this program your child will develop the grace and creativity that Ballet is. Your child will learn the proper arm and leg positions as well as several ballet routines that will transform your little one into a Ballerina. Dress Code: Body suit, tights, ballet shoes & long hair in a pony tail. LITTLE KICKERS - KARATE — 3-5 years This program presents an opportunity for participants to become actively involved in the basic self defense techniques and movements as taught in Shotokan Karate. The Karate sessions will be run by Black Belt instructors from Community Martial Arts, a member of the International Karate Association (IKA Canada). A friendly, encouraging atmosphere will be created to make it an enjoyable and fun experience. A Karate GI (uniform) will be supplied as part of the registration cost. DIAPER DAREDEVILS — Walking-3 years The “Diaper Daredevils” program is designed to introduce children who can walk up until 3 years to the basic patterns of human body movement in a fun and engaging environment. Parents facilitate their child through circuits and obstacles courses designed specifically for this level by our certified staff. Here kids learn how to jump, climb, swing and land safely, as well as interact with other children. Each class runs for 45 min. once per week. This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club. 1206 Ringwell Dr #1, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V9

SPORTBALL — PARENT & CHILD MULTI-SPORT — 2-3 years Parents/caregivers have a direct hand in their pre-schooler’s development through this unique Multi-Sport program. With the active support and participation of their grownup, children are able to refine their skills and continue their social and physical development such as balance and coordination by participating in eight popular sports: hockey, soccer, football, baseball, basketball, volleyball, golf and tennis. Under the guidance of our expert Coaches, grownups also understand proven teaching techniques that can be applied outside of Sportball classes. Sportball maintains a one-parent-per-child ratio policy in all Parent & Child programs to ensure that focus is kept on helping little ones practice and progress. We have included a ball for each participant in our registration fee so that parents can safely disinfect them each week. Please be sure to decorate your ball with your child’s name using a permanent marker. SPORTBALL – SOCCER — 4-6 years Sportball soccer classes are packed with high-energy fun, using imaginative coaching techniques and a continuous flow of new drills and non-competitive games to keep things rolling along. All Sportball programs are designed to grow with your child and re-enrollment is encouraged. We have included a ball for each participant in our registration fee so that parents can safely disinfect them each week. Please be sure to decorate your ball with your child’s name using a permanent marker. TINY TUMBLERS — 4-6 years This independent program is designed to develop basic gymnastics skills in a safe and fun environment. Participants will be guided through circuits and obstacle courses using real gymnastics equipment! All coaches are fully trained by the National Coaching Certification Program. This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club.

LOOK AT ME I AM 3 — 3 years The “Look at me, I’m 3” program is designed to allow children to become more independent in movement situations. Children follow the instruction of a certified coach without their parents’ participation. The coach will take them through a fun and engaging warm-up followed by basic introduction to the events of gymnastics using a “circuit” format, teaching large and small motor skills in a variety of situations. Focus will be on self-confidence & social interaction. This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club. 1206 Ringwell Dr #1, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8V9 PARENT AND ME — 2-4 years This program is designed to introduce children to the basic patterns of human body movement. Participants will be guided through circuits and obstacle courses using real gymnastics equipment! This program is run in partnership with the Pulsars Gymnastics Club. All coaches are fully trained by the National Coaching Certification Program. Parent Participation is required. SPORTBALL — MULTI-SPORT — 3-5 years Sportball is a dynamic sports program focusing on skill development in eight different sports, namely soccer, basketball, hockey, tennis, baseball, volleyball, football and golf. This creative, non-competitive and self-esteem-building program prepares all children for a future of confident sports participation. We have included a ball for each participant in our registration fee so that parents can safely disinfect them each week. Please be sure to decorate your ball with your child’s name using a permanent marker. COMMUNITY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE • 905-478-3826 • www.eastgwillimbury.ca • SPRING 2022 13 Monitor COVID-19 updates at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19

PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS KINDER SCHOOL EXPLORERS — 3-5 years This pre-kindergarten program will have children participating in show and tell, art projects and educational worksheets. Children will discover numbers, letters, animals and much more. This program will allow your child to learn through play. Creative games, songs, stories and activities will enhance your child’s learning experience. Please send your child with a nutfree snack and water bottle. PLAYGROUP DROP IN — 6 years and under FAMILY DROP IN — All ages Season

S P R I N G

Program

Age

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Fee

Code

ABC Fitness

3-5yrs

Fri

Apr. 22

2-3 p.m.

HLCC

$80

8772

Ballet

3-5yrs

Wed

Apr. 20

5:30-6 p.m.

EGSC

$70

8741

Little Kickers - Karate

3-5yrs

Mon

May 2

5-5:45 p.m.

EGSC

$144

8716

Diaper Daredevils

1-3yrs

Mon

Apr. 25

11-11:45 a.m.

PLSR

$112

8735

Look at Me I am 3

3yrs

Tue

Apr. 19

11 a.m.-12 p.m.

PLSR

$148

8736

Parent and Me

2-4yrs

Fri

Apr. 22

10-10:30 a.m.

ROSS

$72

8737

Parent and Me

2-4yrs

Fri

Apr. 22

10:45-11:15 a.m.

ROSS

$72

8738

Sportball - Multi-Sport

3-5yrs

Sat

Apr. 23

12:15-1:15 p.m.

HLCC

$127

8714

Sportball - Parent & Child Multi-Sport

2-3yrs

Sat

Apr. 23

11:15 a.m.-12 p.m.

HLCC

$127

8713

Sportball - Soccer

4-6yrs

Sat

Apr. 23

10-11 a.m.

HLCC

$127

8712

Tiny Tumblers

4-6yrs

Fri

Apr. 22

11:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

ROSS

$72

8739

Kinder School Explorers

3-5yrs

Tue

Apr. 19

9:30-11:30 a.m.

EGSC

$76

8745

Parent and Tot Playgroup Drop In

6 yrs and under

Mon

Apr. 11

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

ROSS

Drop In

Family Drop In

All Ages

Sat

Apr. 23

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

ROSS

Drop In

LOCATION LEGEND

EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre

ROSS: Ross Family Complex (Mount Albert) PLSR: Pulsars Gymnastics

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CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS DRAW, PAINT & SCULPT — 9-13 years Children will explore their creativity and discover their talents while learning art skills and techniques in drawing, painting and sculpting. Join Artist Donna Burwell-Stevens to learn about famous artists and to create portraits, still life, landscapes and more! INTRO TO KARATE — 7-12 years This program presents an opportunity for participants to become actively involved in the basic self defense techniques and movements as taught in Shotokan Karate. The Karate sessions will be run by Black Belt instructors from Community Martial Arts, a member of the International Karate Association (IKA Canada). A friendly, encouraging atmosphere will be created to make it an enjoyable and fun experience. A Karate GI (uniform) will be supplied as part of the registration cost. JAZZ — 5-8 years For those who enjoy creativity and movement this is the class for you. Participants will not only learn the fundamentals, positions and technical movements that are required in Jazz dance, but they will also develop strength, style, flexibility, coordination and gain a sense of rhythm and musicality. Dress Code: body suit, tights, ballet shoes or bare feet & hair in a pony tail. TENNIS FOR KIDS - ORANGE BALL — 9-11 years In partnership with the tennis club, Orange ball focuses on the basics and fundamentals of tennis with the emphasis on having FUN. Equipment and court size is geared specifically for this age group. Juniors will be introduced to tennis related games and activities allowing them to master the basics of tennis. Our coaches are Tennis Canada certified and classes will have a maximum of 6 participants. Participants must come with their own age/size appropriate racket. TENNIS FOR KIDS - RED BALL — 6-8 years In partnership with the tennis club, children are introduced to tennis using age and size appropriate equipment designed to make tennis fun and easy to learn. Red ball emphasizes team play and good sportsmanship. Our coaches are Tennis Canada certified and classes will have a maximum of 6 participants. Participants must come with their own age/size appropriate racket.

KGM - ADVENTURES IN INTERACTIVE PROGRAMMING WORKSHOP — 8-12 years Ever played whack-a-mole with playdough, or the piano with bananas, now you can! Participants will explore the STEAM world through coding, designing their own games and musical instruments and creating game controllers. Participants will code with Scratch (from MIT), create controllers with Makey Makey Boards and household items, and will learn coding concepts such as loops, if statements and variables as well as basic electricity principles and more, in a fun, imaginative, and logical way. Makey Make: bit.ly/2Yz3lto KGM COMPUTER ANIMATION CARTOONS — 8-11 years Dive into STEAM with computer animation technology. This program will enhance your child’s creativity and bring their inspiring stories to life. They will work collaboratively in a guided, computerized environment and explore their own self expression to animate story lines they create. In this program, your child will learn story-boarding, create short computer animated cartoons, television shows or movies, and develop logical thinking skills. KGM KINDY CARTOON WORKSHOP — 5-7 years This course is geared towards young animators, introducing them to the fun and creative world of cartoon animation and STEAM. Children will learn to create simple and fun animations, helping them develop logical and fine motor skills, stimulating creativity and selfexpression. All equipment provided by KGM. KIDDOS KICK — 5-7 years This fast -moving kicks and punching class will build physical skills like speed, agility, balance and coordination. Kids will also benefit from learning self defense, getting a full body workout, develop strong mental skills (confidence, focus, control) and have FUN! BASKETBALL DROP IN — 16+ FAMILY DROP IN — All ages FLOOR HOCKEY DROP IN — 7-14 years

HOME ALONE — 9-12 years In partnership with SOS4Kids, this Home Alone program prepares children aged 9-12 years to be on their own at home or elsewhere for short periods of time. Course content includes online safety and internet luring, fire safety, street smarts, stranger and not-so-stranger danger, first aid, and step-by-step home alone readiness plans. This virtual program is instructor led on Zoom with 4, 1 hour 15 minute sessions. 100% attendance is required to receive certification. Manual and certification will be mailed to participants upon program completion. BABYSITTING — 11-15 years In Partnership with SOS4Kids, The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviours to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency. This virtual program is instructor led on Zoom with 4, 1 hour 30 minute sessions. 100% attendance is required to receive certification. Manual and certification will be mailed to participants upon program completion. COMMUNITY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE • 905-478-3826 • www.eastgwillimbury.ca • SPRING 2022 15 Monitor COVID-19 updates at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19

CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS

Season

S P R I N G

Program

Age

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Fee

Code

Draw, Paint & Sculpt

9-13yrs

Tue

Apr. 19

5:30-7 p.m.

HLCC

$112

8711

Intro to Karate

7-12yrs

Mon

May 2

6-6:45 p.m.

EGSC

$144

8715

Jazz

5-8yrs

Wed

Apr. 20

6:15-7 p.m.

EGSC

$70

8742

Youth Intro to Karate

12-17yrs

Mon

May 2

7-7:45 p.m.

EGSC

$144

8717

Tennis for Kids - Orange Ball

9-11yrs

Mon

Apr. 25

4:45-5:30 p.m.

HLCC

$150

8719

Tennis for Kids - Red Ball

6-8yrs

Mon

Apr. 25

4-4:45 p.m.

HLCC

$150

8718

Home Alone

9-12yrs

Mon-Thu

Mar. 14-17

3:15-4:30 p.m.

VIRT

$65

8743

Babysitting

11-15yrs

Mon-Thu

Mar. 14-17

1:30-3 p.m.

VIRT

$65

8744

Adventures in Interactive Programming

8-11yrs

Sun

Apr. 3

11:20 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

EGSC

$200

8734

Computer Animation Cartoons

8-11yrs

Sun

Apr. 3

10:10-11:10 a.m.

EGSC

$155

8733

Kindy Cartoon

5-7yrs

Sun

Apr. 3

9-10 a.m.

EGSC

$155

8732

Kiddos Kick

7-12yrs

Tue

Apr. 19

5:30-6:30 p.m.

EGSC

$90

8773

16+

Fri

Apr. 22

7-9 p.m.

ROSS

Drop In

Family Drop In

All Ages

Sat

Apr.23

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

ROSS

Drop In

Floor Hockey Drop In

7-14yrs

Sat

Apr. 23

1-3 p.m.

ROSS

Drop In

Basketball Drop In

LOCATION LEGEND

EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre ROSS: Ross Family Complex (Mount Albert)

VIRT: Virtual Program – Participants will receive a Zoom Link via email a minimum of 24 hours prior to the start of the program

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YOUTH & COMMUNITY INITIATIVES FUND

YOUTH & COMMUNITY INITIATIVES FUND The Youth & Community Initiatives Fund provides families with financial support to ensure kids and elite athletes have the opportunity to play and participate in extra-curricular activities. Funding is also available for community groups (please see application on website for more information). The Youth & Community Initiatives Fund is supported through the Annual East Gwillimbury Mayor & Council Charity Golf Tournament. Funding is available for: Youth: Under the age of 19 Elite Athletes: Participating in provincial or national sporting events Community Groups: Not-for-profit and charitable organizations For more information and to complete an application form visit: www.eastgwillimbury.ca/initiativesfund Questions? Contact Gina Casey Executive Assistant to Mayor and Council 905-478-4283 ext. 1276 gcasey@eastgwillimbury.ca

A special thank you to those who support the East Gwillimbury community and participate in the Mayor & Council Charity Golf Tournament each year.

FAIR, ACCESSIBLE, INCLUSIVE RECREATION

The Town of East Gwillimbury now offers a fee assistance program to ensure participants of all ages can participate in Fair, Accessible, and Inclusive Recreation opportunities in EG! What is FAIR EG? FAIR EG provides residents of all ages discounts on Town recreation camps and programs. The discount is based on the number of members in the household as well as household income on a sliding scale. How do I apply? The FAIR EG process is completely confidential, respectful and ONLINE dignified. Fill out an application at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg or contact our Recreation Services Team. or contact our Recreation Services Team. Questions? Questions? For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team: For information, 905-478-3826 ext.contact 1402 our Recreation Services Team at ( more kmawhinney@eastgwillimbury.ca 905-478-3826 ext. 1402 or by kmawhinney@eastgwillimbury.ca

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT ACTIVE LIVING PROGRAMS

ADULT & OLDER ADULT ACTIVE LIVING PROGRAMS LEGEND

 The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat for hygienic reasons.

LINE DANCING - ALL LEVELS Our instructor will walk you through the steps of traditional and country line dancing. All fitness levels welcome. MOVE YOUR BODY Join our instructor for a fun, dynamic workout geared to your fitness level and ability. This program incorporates resistance bands, kettlebells and hand-held weights for a low-impact muscleconditioning workout designed to help improve strength, mobility, and flexibility. As the program progresses, you’ll try new exercises and build on your progress. PILATES Power your way through a focused Pilates session that will burn away fat and tone muscles. This workout emphasizes balance, control and core strength for optimal fat burning, as well as traditional Pilates mat work. TENNIS - ADULT 55+ BEGINNER Beginner lessons will focus on the technical aspects of tennis. Participants will learn about proper grips, forehands, backhands, volleys and serves. This program is run in pertnership with the East Gwillimbury Tennis Club. Coaches are Tennis Canada certified and classes will have a maximum of 8 participants.

TENNIS - ADULT BEGINNER Beginner lessons will focus on the technical aspects of tennis. Participants will learn about proper grips, forehands, backhands, volleys and serves. This program is run in pertnership with the East Gwillimbury Tennis Club. Coaches are Tennis Canada certified and classes will have a maximum of 8 participants. YOGA - FLOW - NEW!  Designed for participants of all levels of experience, this program focuses on smooth transitions from one pose to the next. Our instructor will guide you through a variety of sequences where each movement is synchronized with your breathing to create a sense of flow. Yoga Flow is ideal for helping to build muscle strength and endurance, while improving balance and overall cardiovascular fitness. YOGA - HATHA  An introduction to Hatha Yoga is designed for students who are either new or returning to yoga. You will be guided by our instructor to gently explore basic postures and simple breathing techniques, followed by guided relaxation. Yoga imporoves your tone, helps strengthen and balance the body, and is ideal for counteracting the stresses of daily life. YOGA - YIN - NEW!  Yin is a slower-paced, meditative style of yoga where postures are held for longer periods of time than in other traditional styles. Our instructor will guide you through various sequences designed to target the body’s connective tissues such as tendons, fasciae and ligaments in order to increase circulation in joints and improve flexibility. Breathing techniques incorporated in this program will help to lower levels of stress and anxiety, leaving you with a sense of calm. YOGA - FIT  An exciting new class format appropriate for those feeling inspired to take their practice to the next level. We will combine low impact cardio, working larger muscle groups to increase heart rate in an invigorating half hour, followed by a beautiful alignment -based vinyasa flow in the second half of our session. We will end with some heart-opening poses to leave you feeling open and relaxed. This class will improve fitness, strength, balance, and flexibility. YOUNG AT HEART Join us for a fun low impact cardio class that incorporates hand held weights, exercise bands, and other equipment. You will strengthen your muscles; improve your blood circulation and mobility. For encouragement and an hour of fun, you will not want to miss it. Beginners welcome! The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat for hygienic reasons. ZUMBA People of all ages are falling in love with Zumba’s infectious music, easy-to-follow dance moves and body-sculpting benefits. Come dance to the rhythms of Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, and other Latin beats. This is a fitness class you will not want to miss! Ditch the routine, join the party!

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ADULT & OLDER ADULT ACTIVE LIVING PROGRAMS

Season

S P R I N G

Program

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Fee

Code

Line Dancing - All Levels

Tue

Apr 5

7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

EGSC

$66

8725

Line Dancing - All Levels

Wed

Apr 6

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

HLCC

$100

8726

Move Your Body

Tue

Apr 19

10 to 11 a.m.

ROSS

$85.50

8748

Pilates

Wed

Apr 6

7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

EGSC

$87

8728

Tennis - Adult 55+ Beginner

Thu

Apr 28

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$150

8747

Tennis - Adult Beginner

Tue

Apr 26

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$150

8746

Yoga - Flow

Mon

Apr 11

7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

EGSC

$103

8722

Yoga - Flow

Mon

Apr 4

7 to 8 p.m.

MALCC

$103

8729

Yoga - Hatha

Wed

Apr 6

7 to 8:30 p.m.

HLCC

$137

8723

Yoga Fit

Tue

Apr 19

12 to 1 p.m.

HLCC

$103

8724

Yoga - Yin

Thu

Apr 7

7 to 8 p.m.

HLCC

$103

8749

Young at Heart

Tue

Apr 19

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$85.50

8720

Zumba

Thu

Apr 7

7 to 8 p.m.

EGSC

$87

8721

ACTIVE EG DROP-INS SPRING: April 11 - June 11 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Pickleball 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Badminton 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Pickleball 2 to 4 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Pickleball 1 to 3 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Artist Drop-In 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Pickleball 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Volleyball 7 to 9 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Parent & Tot Playgroup 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 6 yrs and under with adult ROSS Artist Drop-In 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 16+ yrs HLCC

Friday

Saturday

Family Drop-In 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All ages ROSS Pickleball 1 to 3 p.m. 16+ yrs ROSS

Floor Hockey 1 to 3 p.m. 7-14 yrs ROSS

Basketball 7 to 9 p.m. 12+ yrs ROSS

All drop in programs cost $3 per person plus applicable HST. Visit the East Gwillimbury Sports Complex to purchase your ActiveEG Pass

LOCATION LEGEND

HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex

MALCC: Mount Albert Lion’s Community Centre ROSS: Ross Family Complex (Mount Albert)

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OLDER ADULT CLUBS

OLDER ADULT ACTIVE LIVING PROGRAMS Become a member of the new EG 55’n UP Club and benefit from discounted or free programs provided by the club in partnership with EG Community Parks, Recreation and Culture. Email eg55nupclub@gmail.com to learn how you can become a member. Find us on Facebook @eg55nupclub Program

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Member Fee

Code

Young at Heart

Tue

Apr 19

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$78

8720

Move Your Body

Tue

Apr 19

10 to 11 a.m.

ROSS

$78

8748

OLDER ADULT FITNESS DROP-INS APRIL 4 – JUNE 10

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Walking Group 9 to 10 a.m. FREE!

55+ Functional Fitness 10 to 11 a.m.

55+ Chair Yoga 10 to 11 a.m.

55+ Functional Fitness 10 to 11 a.m.

Walking Group

Join members of the East Gwillimbury 55 ‘n Up Club for a walk around the Sports Complex and get your steps in! Whether you’re looking to reach your daily fitness goal or want to walk with a friend, all participants 55+ are welcome. Comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear is strongly recommended.

55+ Functional Fitness

Come join us as we get our bodies moving and work on our strength, mobility and flexibility. Comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear is strongly recommended.

Chair Yoga

This program is designed specifically for people who would like to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle that is appropriate for their age and fitness level. It consists of 60 minutes of modified yoga postures done while sitting in a chair. The gentle mov1ements help improve the function, mobility, and range of motion of the spine and other joints in the body. Some of the exercises stretch, release tension tight areas and strengthen such as the shoulders, neck, sides of the chest, hips, and lower back.

Pay as you go or purchase an Active EG Fitness Passes at the EG Sports Complex. Drop In - 1 Visit EG 55’n Up Club Members: $8 Non Members; $10

Active EG Fitness Pass - 8 Visit EG 55’n Up Club Members: $40 Non Members: $64

The Loft at EGSC Grand Opening Join us on March 22 for the grand opening of The Loft, the new home of the EG 55’n UP Club. Please visit our website for more information.

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OLDER ADULT CLUBS

OLDER ADULT SOCIAL DROP INS AND CLUBS EAST GWILLIMBURY 55’n UP CLUB

To view additional monthly programs, cancellations or updates, please visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/55NUP or email us at eg55nupclub@gmail.com Find us on Facebook @eg55nupclub

MOUNT ALBERT FRIENDSHIP CLUB FOR SENIORS

Ross Family Complex, 19300 Centre St., Mount Albert – 905-473-3305

GOLDEN ANCHOR SENIORS’ CLUB

Holland Landing Community Centre, 19513 Yonge St. – goldenanchorseniorsclub@yahoo.ca

CHATS

www.chats.on.ca – 905-713-6596

Thank you

to our partners

Forors Seni FAIR, ACCESSIBLE, INCLUSIVE RECREATION

The Town of East Gwillimbury now offers a new fee assistant program FAIR EG SENIORS to ensure Seniors can participate in recreation opportunities in their community. What is FAIR EG SENIORS? FAIR EG SENIORS was designed to remove financial barriers, promote inclusiveness and provide accessible recreational opportunities for Seniors. How do I apply? The FAIR EG SENIORS process is completely confidential, respectful and dignified. Fill out an application at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg or contact our Recreation Services Team. Questions? For more information, contact our Recreation Services Team: ( 905-478-4283 ext. 1447 kendicott@eastgwillimbury.ca

PROGRAM UPDATES

Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca for updates on all Older Adult Programs

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TRAILS, PARKS, FACILITIES & RENTALS

Anchor

88 Doane Rd.

Birchard

5590 Mount Albert Rd.

Brenner

53 Morton Ave.

Brown Hill Carnaby

TRAILS

TENNIS

SPLASH PAD

SOCCER

SKATE PARK / SCOOTER ZONE

SHELTER

PLAYGROUND

PICNIC SHELTER (Rentable)

PARKING

GARDEN / REST AREA

FITNESS STATION

BIKE PARK

BASKETBALL

ADDRESS

BASEBALL

PARK

ACCESSIBLE

PARKS & AMENITIES

26 Blake St. 80 Alvin Pegg Dr.

Children of Peace Park Cupples Farm Park

68 Sharonview Cre. 127 Cupples Farm Lane

Don Rose

7 Don Rose Blvd.

Emily

35 Thompson Dr.

French

459 Queensville Sdrd.

Grant

29 Milne Lane

Grist Mill

186 Stegman Rd.

Harvest Hills Holland Landing C.C. King Street Ladder

183 Harvest Hills Blvd. 19513 Yonge St. 351 King St. 31 Ladder Cres.

Lady Gwillim Mainprize Manor Forest Manor Hampton Park

55 Harvest Hills Blvd. 40 Mainprize Cres. 13 Manor Forest Rd. 130 Manor Hampton St. PLEASE NOTE: Parks do not have washroom facilities with the exception of Anchor Park.

EG Operations Centre now open! Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/opscentre to learn more.

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Mill Street

TRAILS

TENNIS

SPLASH PAD

SOCCER

SKATE PARK / SCOOTER ZONE

SHELTER

PLAYGROUND

PICNIC SHELTER (Rentable)

PARKING

GARDEN / REST AREA

FITNESS STATION

BIKE PARK

44 Mill St.

Millennium Garden

51 Albert St.

Mount Albert C.C.

53 Main St.

Mount Albert Lions C.C. Murrell

BASKETBALL

ADDRESS

BASEBALL

PARK

ACCESSIBLE

PARKS & AMENITIES

5057 Mount Albert Rd. 950 Murrell Blvd.

North Union C.C. Parkway

2624 Boag Rd. 84 Oak Ave.

Peggy’s Wood

2 Nature Way Cres.

Queensville

1590 Queensville Sdrd.

Radial Line

981 Murrell Blvd.

Ridge View

126 Dogwood Blvd.

Robert Hunter

120 Mainprize Cres.

Rosebank

16 Rosebank Blvd.

Ross Family Complex Samuel Lount Shannon

19300 Centre St. 144 Samuel Lount Rd. 84 King St.

Sharon

1914 Mount Albert Rd.

Sharon Hills

191 Colonel Wayling Blvd.

Valley View

175 Walter English Dr.

Vivian Creek

19253 Centre St.

Walter Tunny

38 Walter Tunny Cres. For more information about our parks and their amenities, please visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca

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SHARON TEMPLE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE AND MUSEUM 18974 LESLIE STREET, SHARON, ON L0G 1V0 | 905-478-2389

SUMMER EVENTS AT THE TEMPLE Summer Camps | Monday, July 11 to Friday, August 19 2022 Canada Day | Friday, July 1 2022 Pigs N' Pints | Saturday, July 2 2022 Car Show | Sunday, August 14, 2022

REAL HISTORY | REAL STORIES | REAL FUN 4.5 Acres of Parkland Heritage uildings Research Requests Volunteer Opportunities

Field Trips : Outreach Visits Membership Weddings : Rentals Family Photos : More!

For more information and tickets please visit www.sharontemple.ca

Save the date to celebrate! Join us for our Summer of Parks celebrations, coming to parks and trails near you! www.eastgwillimbury.ca/parks COMMUNITY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE • 905-478-3826 • www.eastgwillimbury.ca • SPRING 2022 24 Monitor COVID-19 updates at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19

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Discover your Park

Discover your Forest

RIDGEVIEW PARK

Explore the beauty of the York Regional Forest at a free guided walk or event. www.eastgwillimbury.ca/parks

For more information, please visit york.ca/forestevents

EAST GWILLIMBURY TRAILS Anchor Park Trail 88 Doane Rd., Holland Landing, ON L0G 1R0 Parking provided within Anchor Park

Sharon Hills Park Trail Colonel Wayling Blvd., Sharon, ON L0G 1V0 Parking available within Sharon Hills Park

Beechwood Trail Trail access from 48 Brightwork Way Parking will eventually be available at Beechwood Park

Sharon Regional Trail 981 Murrell Blvd., Sharon, ON Parking available at Radial Line Park

Nokiidaa Trail Parking provided at the corner of Yonge St. and Mount Albert Rd.

Silk Twist Trail Trail Access from Silk Twist Drive x2 and Simcoe Trail Parking available at HLCC

Oriole Drive/ Doane Road Pedestrian Crossing Trail Access from Doan Road West and Oriole Drive Parking available on the south side of Doane Road West

Simcoe Trail 19513 Yonge St., Holland Landing, ON L9N 1M4 Parking provided at the Holland Landing Community Centre

Peggy’s Wood Trail Trail access from: 2 Nature Way Cres., East Gwillimbury, ON L9N 0A6 On-street parking available along Nature Way Cres.

Vivian Creek Trail 19253 Centre St., Mount Albert, ON L0G 1M0 Parking available within Vivian Creek Park

Princess Trail 84 King St., Mount Albert, ON, L0G 1M0 Parking available in Shannon Park Rogers Reservoir Trail Parking provided north of Green Lane between 2nd Conc. Rd. and Murrell Dr. Shannon Park Trail 84 King St., Mount Albert, ON, L0G 1M0 Parking available in Shannon Park Sharon Creek Trail 19000 Leslie St., Sharon, ON Parking available at EG Civic Centre

Bridge at Holland River Blvd. Trail head crossing the Holland River along the Nokiidaa Trail

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LET US BOOK

YOUR NEXT EVENT!

Look no further than the Town of East Gwillimbury to book your event. Discover the perfect location for your private function at one of East Gwillimbury’s many facilities. Due to COVID-19 some facilities may not be available at this time. Please email leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca to learn more about the COVID-19 protocols we have in place.

FACILITY LOCATIONS Holland Landing | River Drive Park | Sharon | Mount Albert | Queensville

Ross Family Complex

North Union

EGSC

Birthday parties

Engagement parties

Anniversaries

Corporate meetings

Holiday parties

All special events

905-478-3826 ww w . e a s t g w i l l i m b u r y . c a / c o m m u n i t y c e n t r e s

FACILITY MAP

River Drive Park

Ross Family Complex

Holland Landing Community Centre

Mount Albert Lions Community Centre

East Gwillimbury Sports Complex

Harvest Hills Activity Centre

Mount Albert Community Centre

North Union Community Centre

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FACILITY BOOKINGS

(additional fee)

Indoor Portable Stage

Projector

(additional fee)

Staff Set-up

Fridge

Stove

Rect. Tables (6’ long)

Round Tables (5’ diametre)

Accessible

Banquet

COMMUNITY CENTRE

Theatre

For more information on our Facilities please call Recreation Services at 905-478-3826.

EG SPORTS COMPLEX • Ontario Loft (Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

• Canada Hall

300

220

Canada Hall A

150

110

Canada Hall B

150

110

• York Trillium Room

220

180

• Golden Anchor Room

120

110

• Simcoe Room

• Dalhousie Room

MOUNT ALBERT C.C.

220

180

MOUNT ALBERT LION’S C. C.

220

180

NORTH UNION C.C.

RIVER DRIVE PARK

120

100

HARVEST HILLS A.C.

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HOLDING OVENS ONLY

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HOLDING OVENS ONLY

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HOLLAND LANDING C.C.

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ROSS FAMILY COMPLEX • Senior Room

• Program Room

• Gymnasium

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PLEASE NOTE: • Capacities will vary with each set up and location. • Capacities do not include buffet/gift tables, dance floors, head tables, etc. • All alcohol-licensed functions must adhere to the Town of East Gwillimbury Municipal Alcohol Policy. Contact Recreation Services for more details. • Pictures & pricing can be found online at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/communitycentres • Tea kettles, coffee urns, dishes, and utensils are no longer provided at our facilities. COMMUNITY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE • 905-478-3826 • www.eastgwillimbury.ca • SPRING 2022 27 Monitor COVID-19 updates at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19

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Our

Services: REGISTER FOR A LIBRARY CARD

Access our resources from home or in-branch with your library card!

Hours & Contact Tues - Thurs....... 10 am to 8pm Fri - Sat............... 10am to 4pm

Holland Landing (905)-836-6492 Mount Albert (905)-473-2472

Borrow a WIFI hotspot Online access to movies and music 3D Printing and Cricut cutting Books and eBooks Magazines and newspapers (digital and physical) Sewing machines Chromebook lending Homebound delivery

...and more!

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REDUCING SPEED SAVES LIVES!

NEW

Speed limits on local municipal roads are being reduced from 50km/h to 40km/h. NEW signs will be installed to mark where the new speed limit begins and ends.

40 50 #40ISTHENEW50

EAST GWILLIMBURY

SAFER STREETS For information and updates, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/saferstreets

Apartment Style, Independent & Assisted Living Presentation Centre Now Open! 14993 Yonge Street Unit 102, Aurora Call 905-503-9505 to book a personalized appointment

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BOOK A VIRTUAL TOUR TODAY! www.cds.on.ca/planyourvisit 905.833.1972 admissions@cds.on.ca

DISCOVER THE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Every child has a future waiting to emerge. A passion ready to ignite. We offer the possibilities that make it happen. A place where they are known, supported and inspired. Track shoes, theatrical costumes, or robotics code? A goal, a song, or a speech? With us, students discover themselves. They find big, dreamy answers to the most important question of all:

WHO WILL YOU BE? cds.on.ca/whowillyoube

The Country Day School offers JK-12 in a co-ed, non-denominational environment located on 100 beautiful acres in King. 13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5 T: 905 833 1972 www.cds.on.ca

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