Winter 2021 - Health & Active Living Guide

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Health & Active Living Guide Fall 2020 & Winter 2021 VIRTUAL EDITION

Response to covid-19 The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during the Fall/Winter 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.

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NEW OnLine Programs for Youth See pages 11, 14 & 15

Winter Registration Begins December 1 Fair EG for Seniors Funding Available See page 19

Virtual Adult Fitness Programs See pages 17 & 18

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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.

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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1. Animals

8. Noise Problems

14. Property Taxes

� Animal Control 1-888-644-5634

� eastgwillimbury.ca/bylaw � Customer Service 905-478-4282 � After Hours YRP 1-866-876-5423

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

9. Outdoor Fires/Burn Permits

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

� eastgwillimbury.ca/guide @ leisure1@eastgwillimbury.ca � Recreation Services 905-478-3826

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

10. Parking

16. Road Concerns

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

� Town roads – 905-478-4282 � Regional roads – 1-877-464-9675

4. Fire Hydrants

11. Parks and Trees

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

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

5. Garbage/Missed Collection

12. Potholes

18. Streetlights (outages)

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

� eastgwillimbury.ca/streetlights � Customer Service 905-478-4282

6. Graffiti

13. Power Outage

19. Traffic Signals

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

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

� York Region 905-895-1200

2. Building Permits

� eastgwillimbury.ca/permitguide @ permitcoordinators @eastgwillimbury.ca � Customer Service 905-478-4282 3. Bus Shelters

7. Mail Box

� Canada Post 1-866-607-6301

15. Recreation Programs

ext. 75200 17. Speeding

� YRP 905-895-1221

20. YRP Non Emergency Line

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

Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/contacts for information on community groups, sport organizations, and schools in East Gwillimbury.

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What’s Inside 5 11

Registration Information School Break Camps

12-13

Pre-school Programs

14-16

Child & Youth Programs

17-19

Adult & Older Adult Active Living Programs

8, 20-28 6-7

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 no notice due to COVID-19.

Refunds will be provided.

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

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

Call In REGISTRATIONS Customer Service 905-478-4282

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 start of program.

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.

Prorate policy Classes will not be prorated for any reason.

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

Fall Registration Begins October 1, 2020

Winter Registration Begins December 1, 2020

Fall Programs begin October 13

Winter Programs begin January 18

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.

Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca for more information.

Sign up for our eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews to watch for updates.

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Covid-19 updates

The Town continues to increase access to municipal facilities. Please visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVIDupdates to see which facilities are allowing access at this time.

Below are some of the enhanced safety measures the Town has put in place to keep you safe when visiting: • Mandatory face masks.

• Controlled and monitored access.

Limited number of building occupants.

• Physical distancing required.

• Town Staff trained on COVID-19 procedures.

• Physical adaptations to public areas: • physical distance markers and directional signs; • barrier screens at service desks; • hand sanitizing stations.

• Enhanced cleaning including washrooms and high touch surfaces.

• Screening and contact tracing protocols.

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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.

East Gwillimbury hires seasonal staff to provide recreation services to our community.

Positions include: • Fitness Instructor • Preschool/Children Instructors • Swimming Instructors • PA Day/Holiday Break/Summer Camp Instructors • Birthday Party Leader • Skate Monitors • 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

AERIAL VIEW*

WALKING/RUNNING TRACK

FRONT STREET VIEW*

What’s Inside?

PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMMING ACTIVE LIVING HEALTH SERVICES COMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICES AQUATIC CENTRE

LIBRARY*

AQUATIC PROGRAMS, LESSONS & DROP-INS

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

COURTYARD ELEVATION/VIEW*

DESIGN CURRENTLY BEING DEVELOPED AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

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Thank you!

A BIG

TO OUR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS!

SPONSORSHIP

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

rpogue@eastgwillimbury.ca 8

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Upcoming events

Presented by DUCA Credit Union

Tapestry of Taste

INTERNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT

& FOOD FESTIVAL

August 6 & 7, 2021

CIVIC CENTRE I 19000 LESLIE ST., SHARON

Around the World Kids Zone International Market Bazaar & Art Show Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/TOT for the latest festival news!

Interested in becoming a vendor?

Email EGEvents@eastgwillimbury.ca for more information.

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school break camps

School Break Camps Additional Programs

Theme

Ages

Time

Dates

Location

Fee

Code

Babysitter’s Training

11-14 yrs

12 to 1:15 p.m.

Mar 15-19

VIRTUAL

$65

7622

Home Alone

9-12 yrs

10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Mar 15-19

VIRTUAL

$65

7621

Babysitter’s Training — 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 5, 1 hour 15 minute sessions. 100% attendance is required to receive certification. Manual and certification will be mailed to participants upon program completion.

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 5, 1 hour sessions.

100% attendance is required to receive certification. Manual and certification will be mailed to participants upon program completion.

Follow us on social media for updates on March Break programs

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pre-school programs

Pre-school Programs Group Piano Lessons Level 1 & Level 2 — 3.5-5.5 years Music for Little Mozarts is a well designed and established teaching method for this age group. The program integrates singing and stories to teach children the musical fundamentals in merry and enjoyable ways. This is a piano-based program. Children will be taught how to read and write basic music notations, understand how to read and comprehend music, and play practically on keys. A lesson and workbook are included. There are 4 levels of Music for Little Mozarts.

After Level 1, evaluations will be given to individuals based on skills and maturity on the instrument. Come and join Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse for a musical adventure. Harmonic Melodies Music – 1111 Stellar Drive, Newmarket.

Music for Babies and Toddlers — 6 months-2 years A weekly 30-minute group for parents and their little ones to learn, connect, and have fun. Elements include finger plays, poems, nursery rhymes, action songs, scarf dance, and percussion instruments.

Children at young age will be taught the fundamental of rhythms, exercise impulse control, explore basic senses, and develop soothing and energizing routine with parents. Harmonic Melodies Music – 1111 Stellar Drive, Newmarket.

Pre-School Skate — 2-6 years – NEW A chance to bring out your little tot for a leisure skate! Helmets and gloves highly recommended. No sticks and/or pucks permitted.

One Parent/Guardian must attend and register and be on the ice with child.

SportBall — Multi-sport — 3-5 and 4-6 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.

The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during this Fall/Winter 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 and employees. To stay up date on changes to programs and facilities, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19 or sign-up for the Towns eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews.

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.

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pre-school programs Season

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Program

Age

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Fee

Code

Group Piano Lessons – Level 1

3.5-5.5 yrs

8

Tue

Jan 19

5:45 to 6:15 p.m.

HM

$140

7360

Group Piano Lessons – Level 2

3.5-5.5 yrs

8

Tue

Jan 19

6:30 to 7 p.m.

HM

$140

7362

Music for Babies and Toddlers

6mths-2yrs

8

Sat

Jan 23

10 to 10:30 a.m.

HM

$120

7472

Pre-School Skate – NEW

2-6 yrs

10

Tue

Jan 19

4 to 4:50 p.m.

EGSC

$5/pp/day

7608

Pre-School Skate – NEW

2-6 yrs

10

Thu

Jan 21

4 to 4:50 p.m.

EGSC

$5/pp/day

7609

Sportball – Multi-Sport

3-5yrs

8

Tue

Jan 19

5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

ROSS

$124

7371

Sportball – Multi Sport

4-6 yrs

8

Tue

Jan 19

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

ROSS

$124

7370

Sportball – Multi-Sport

3-5yrs

8

Fri

Jan 22

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$124

7373

Sportball – Multi-Sport

3-5yrs

8

Sat

Jan 23

12:15 to 1:15 p.m.

HLCC

$124

7372

Sportball – Parent & Child Multi-Sport

2-3yrs

8

Fri

Jan 22

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

HLCC

$124

7376

Sportball – Parent & Child Multi-Sport

2-3yrs

8

Sat

Jan 23

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

HLCC

$124

7375

Sportball – Soccer

4-6yrs

8

Sat

Jan 23

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$124

7374

Location Legend

EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex HM: Harmonic Melodies

HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre ROSS: Ross Family Complex (Mount Albert)

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Child & Youth programs

Child & Youth Programs Draw, Paint & Sculpt — 8-12 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! Materials include: charcoal, oil pastel, watercolour and clay.

Intro to Karate — 5-12 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.

KGM – 3D Modelling: Fantasy Character Design Workshop — 8-12 years — NEW Participants will learn 3D modelling techniques to create an animatedfantasy version of themselves! By the end of the workshop, students will have learned how to model a character, clothes and props. A 3D printer will also be on location for children to learn how it works.

Their 3D character will be printed and given to families following the workshop.

KGM – Computer Character Animation Workshop — 6-11 years — NEW Participants will be introduced to the computer animation where their creativity and imagination can soar. In this workshop children will animate their own characters and write a short story to send them on a trip around the world.

KGM – Jr. Games and Animation Family Workshop — 5-7 years — NEW This is a great opportunity to introduce beginner coding to your young programmer and yourself! This workshop will allow your child to make their own characters come to life by programming them to move, jump, dance, sing and so much more. Note: an Apple© iPad or Android tablet is required for this workshop. Note: One adult per participant.

The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during this Fall/Winter 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 and employees. To stay up date on changes to programs and facilities, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19 or sign-up for the Towns eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews.

KGM – ONLINE Cartoon Computer Animation — 8-11 years This course will be online via video conference where a Kids Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. Dive into STEAM with animation technology. This program will enhance your child’s creativity and bring their inspiring stories to life incorporating the 12 principles of animation. In this program, children will animate their own characters, create animated shorts and a final cartoon movie while developing logical thinking skills. Required: an Apple© iPad or Android tablet is required for this program. A computer, microphone and speakers are required for the video.

KGM – ONLINE Cartoon Digital Animation — 10-14 years — NEW This course will be online via video conference where a Kids Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. This course is for anyone who has artistic aspirations of creating stories through digital animation. Participants will incorporate the 12 principles of animation to animate their own characters, create animated shorts and a final cartoon movie. Required: an Apple© iPad or Android tablet is required for this program. A computer, microphone and speakers is required for the video.

KGM – ONLINE Code with Ruby: Intro to Syntax Programming — 12-15 years — NEW This course will be online via video conference where a Kids Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. Through programming their versions of Agar.io, Snake, Asteroids and more, participants will build foundational knowledge for written programming languages.

Ruby has very easy syntax (text based), reads as English and is a good introduction for new programmers or those who want to transition from drag and drop coding. Required: a computer (Mac or PC), microphone and speakers. A link will be provided to download as well as software instructions.

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Child & Youth programs KGM – ONLINE Games and Animation Programming — 8-11 years This course will be online via video conference where a Kids Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. This program introduces kids to the amazing world of computer programming. Using Scratch (from MIT), a fun and easy-to-use multimedia software; kids will have great adventures creating games and animations. Participants will be solving problems, designing games and animating characters while communicating ideas using stackable blocks of code. Required: a computer (PC, Mac or Chromebook), microphone and speakers.

Kids fitness! — 7-12 years Physical fitness is so important for youth development and kids need physical activity to build strength, coordination, and confidence.

This hour session is designed to get their heart pumping and bodies healthy. It is a great way to help kids get motivated, keep active and stay healthy. Each class will provide a variety of warm ups, stretching, cardiovascular, balance and co-ordination exercises.

KGM – ONLINE Intro to JAVA Programming for Beginners — 11-14 years — NEW This course will be online via video conference where a Kids Great Minds instructor will provide the live lessons. Participants will be introduced to the fundamental principles of object-oriented programming. They will create 3D games and animations using a drag and drop interface which will help eliminate the frustration of syntax which will help the transition into text based coding in Java. Required: a computer (Mac or PC), microphone and speakers. A link will be provided to download as well as software instructions.

KGM – Virtual Reality Character Design Workshop — 9-13 years — NEW Children will be introduced to creating an industry level, and textured 3D character. This character will be added to a basis but personalized environment that will be seen with a VR device. Note: KGM will bring in the VR goggles so children can enjoy their amazing work.

Season

W I N T E R

Program

Age

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Fee

Code

Draw, Paint & Sculpt

8-12 yrs

8

Tue

Jan 19

5:30 to 7 p.m.

HLCC

$140

7344

Intro to Karate

5-12 yrs

8

Mon

Jan 18

5 to 5:45 p.m.

VIRT

$108

7380

8-12 yrs

1

Wed

Mar 3

5 to 8 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7482

6-11 yrs

1

Wed

Jan 20

5 to 8 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7479

5-7 yrs

1

Wed

Feb 17

5 to 8 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7481

8-11 yrs

6

Thu

Jan 21

5 to 6 p.m.

VIRT

$100

7618

10-14 yrs

6

Thu

Jan 21

7:40 to 9:10 p.m.

VIRT

$140

7620

12-15 yrs

8

Sun

Jan 10

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

VIRT

$200

7484

8-11 yrs

6

Thu

Jan 21

6:05 to 7:35 p.m.

VIRT

$140

7619

11-14 yrs

8

Sun

Jan 10

9:30 to 11 a.m.

VIRT

$200

7483

9-13 yrs

1

Wed

Feb 3

5 to 8 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7480

7-12 yrs

8

Wed

Jan 20

5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

LIONS

$110

7607

KGM – 3D Modelling: Fantasy Character Design Workshop – NEW KGM – Computer Character Animation Workshop – NEW KGM – Jr. Games and Animation Family Workshop – NEW KGM – ONLINE Cartoon Computer Animation KGM – ONLINE Cartoon Digital Animation – NEW KGM – ONLINE Code with Ruby: Intro to Syntax Programming – NEW KGM – ONLINE Games and Animation Programming KGM – ONLINE Intro to JAVA Programming for Beginners – NEW KGM – Virtual Reality Character Design Workshop – NEW Kids Fitness! – NEW

Location Legend

HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre LIONS: Mount Albert Lions 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 Fill out an application at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/faireg dignified. 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.

55+ Functional Fitness – NEW Come join us as we get our bodies moving and work on our strength, mobility and flexibility. It is recommended that you wear comfy clothes and proper footwear. Masks are mandatory!

55+ Walking Group – NEW Come join us as we get our steps in at the EG Sports Complex! Whether you’re looking to reach your daily fitness goal or want to walk with a friend, all participants are welcome! These walking sessions are 50 minutes long. It is recommended that you wear comfy clothes and proper footwear. Masks are mandatory!

Adult Skate – NEW Come on out to the Sports Complex for a fun, active leisure skate! Bring your own skates. Helmets and gloves highly recommended.

Barre Strength – NEW ■ Inspired by ballet, yoga and pilates. It improves posture, strengthens and tones the body through low-impact and high intensity movements creating a lean physique. The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat for hygienic reasons.

Bootcamp Homestyle – NEW No equipment? No problem. This class focuses on strength, and endurance using body weight and things found at home. Join the instructor in a challenging yet fun workout that will create a healthy you.

Line Dancing – Beginner – NEW This class is a great starting point for those who are new to line dancing or for those who want to just enjoy easier dances. Social dance steps will be taught to popular music in a relaxed atmosphere with an emphasis on fun-filled exercise.

Line Dancing – Progressive – NEW Step up to the next level of line dancing fun! This welcoming class is for those who know the basic line dance steps and want a little more of a challenge. Class will include some more complex dance patterns with a wider variety of turns.

Move Your Body ■ What better way to keep in shape than moving your body. Our instructor will give you a workout geared to your body type and age. Stretching, toning, and strength building will be part of this exercise class. The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat for hygienic reasons.

Pickleball Drop In A fast-growing paddleboard sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis. All levels welcome! Personal paddle required*.

Senior Mobility Workshop ■ Who said getting older means slowing down? At Align, we believe you should be able to stay active at any age. Join our team of health and wellness experts as we guide you through fall prevention education, balance, strength and flexibility exercises to keep you moving well and moving often.

Strong Bones ■ This class is tailormade to build and maintain bone density using body weight, hand held weights, resistance bands and a variety of other tools.

Feel stronger and walk taller. Ideal for people concerned with losing bone density. The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat for hygienic reasons.

Yoga — Essential ■ This practice builds healthy resilient bodies, increases vitality and trains our minds to be strong and flexible in the face of stress and change.

Breathing techniques and meditation will give you a deep inner calm and self confidence to meet life’s challenges with grace. Appropriate for both the beginner and seasoned yoga student. The Town encourages all participants to bring their own mat for hygienic reasons.

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 improves your tone, helps strengthen and balance the body, and is ideal for counteracting the stresses of daily life.

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

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 the 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. The Town encourages all participants to bring their own yoga mats, as well as comfortable running shoes. We also suggest a towel and water bottle.

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.

The Town is working with Provincial and York Region Public Health Officials to provide safe programming during this Fall/Winter 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 and employees. To stay up to date on changes to programs and facilities, visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/COVID19 or sign-up for the Towns eNewsletter at www.eastgwillimbury.ca/enews.

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Adult & Older Adult Active Living Programs

Season

W I N T E R

Program

Weeks

Day

Start

Time

Location

Fee

Code

55+ Functional Fitness – NEW

10

Fri

Jan 22

1 to 2 p.m.

HLCC

Free

7613

55+ Functional Fitness – NEW

10

Mon

Jan 18

10 to 11 a.m.

LIONS

Free

7612

55+ Walking Group – NEW

10

Mon

Jan 18

9 to 9:50 a.m. or 10 to 10:50 a.m.

EGSC

Free

7610

55+ Walking Group – NEW

10

Wed

Jan 20

9 to 9:50 a.m. or 10 to 10:50 a.m.

EGSC

Free

7611

Adult Skate – NEW

10

Mon

Jan 18

4 to 4:50 p.m.

EGSC

$5

7614

Adult Skate – NEW

10

Wed

Jan 20

4 to 4:50 p.m.

EGSC

$5

7615

Barre Strength – NEW

10

Wed

Jan 20

10 to 11 a.m.

VIRT

$85

7600

Bootcamp Homestyle – NEW

10

Tue

Jan 19

10 to 11 a.m.

VIRT

$85

7616

Bootcamp Homestyle – NEW

10

Thu

Jan 21

7 to 8 p.m.

VIRT

$85

7617

Line Dancing – Beginner – NEW

10

Wed

Jan 20

12:45 to 1:45 p.m.

HLCC

$75

7450

Line Dancing – Progressive – NEW

10

Wed

Jan 20

2 to 3 p.m.

HLCC

$75

7449

Move Your Body

10

Wed

Jan 20

10 to 11 a.m.

LIONS

$85

7601

Pickleball Drop In

10

Tue

Jan 19

3 to 4:45 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7592

Pickleball Drop In

10

Wed

Jan 20

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7593

Pickleball Drop In

10

Wed

Jan 20

1 to 3 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7594

Pickleball Drop In – NEW

10

Thu

Jan 21

6 to 8 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7606

Pickleball Drop In

10

Fri

Jan 22

10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7598

Pickleball Drop In

10

Fri

Jan 22

1 to 3 p.m.

ROSS

$50

7599

Senior Mobility Workshop – NEW

1

Sat

Jan 23

10 to 11 a.m.

VIRT

$15

7316

Strong Bones

10

Thu

Jan 21

10 to 11:30 a.m.

VIRT

$120

7595

Yoga – Essential

10

Thu

Jan 21

7 to 8 p.m.

VIRT

$100

7457

Yoga – Essential

10

Mon

Jan 18

10 to 11 a.m.

VIRT

$100

7458

Yoga – Hatha

10

Wed

Jan 20

7 to 8 p.m.

HLCC

$100

7460

Yoga Fit

10

Thu

Jan 21

7 to 8 p.m.

HLCC

$100

7597

Young at Heart

10

Wed

Jan 20

10 to 11 a.m.

HLCC

$85

7462

Location Legend

EGSC: East Gwillimbury Sports Complex (Sharon) HLCC: Holland Landing Community Centre LIONS: Mount Albert Lions 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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older adult clubs

Older Adult Social Drop ins Program updates

Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca for updates on all Older Adult Programs offered through the following organizations

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

East Gwillimbury 55’n up club Brought to you by the Seniors Task Force 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

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 jjoslin@eastgwillimbury.ca

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Trails, Parks, Facilities & Rentals

NEW PARKS IN EG Mount Albert

Sharon

127 CUPPLES FARM LANE

68 SHARONVIEW CRES.

CUPPLES FARM PARK OPENING SUMMER 2021

Holland Landing BEECHWOOD PARK

CHILDREN OF PEACE PARK OPENING FALL 2021

ALLANGROVE PARK 28 ALLANGROVE AVE. NOW OPEN

OPENING SUMMER 2021

RIDGE VIEW PARK PHASE 2 126 DOGWOOD BLVD. OPENING FALL 2021

Learn more

Visit www.eastgwillimbury.ca/parks for information on EG parks and locations.

PARK AMENTITIES PLAYGROUND

BASKETBALL COURT

SOFTBALL FIELD

TRAIL CONNECTION

FITNESS EQUIPMENT

SHADE STRUCTURE

TENNIS COURT

GARDEN/REST AREA

SHARON CREEK TRAIL ACCESS EG’S NEWEST TRAIL AT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:

MANOR HAMPTON PARK 130 MANOR HAMPTON ST.

STORMWATER MANAGEMENT POND 96 BRIARFIELD AVE.

WALKWAY BLOCK 50 BRIARFIELD AVE.

SHARON CREEK TRAIL ENTRANCE 26 DAVID WILLSON TR.

Sharon Creek Trail Entrance

WWW.EASTGWILLIMBURY.CA/TRAILS

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MOUNT ALBERT

COMMUNITY CENTRE PARK

NOW OPEN

• • • • •

Amenities

New playground equipment New shade/picnic structure New parking lot Open recreation areas Flooding of existing multi-use court in winter months for skating • Skate and scooter park

QUEENSVILLE PARK

Amenities NOW

• • •

Three new tennis courts New shade structure Circulation network around the park

OPEN

NEW

REDEVELOPMENT

PROJECTS For more info:

www.eastgwillimbury.ca/projects

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Anchor

88 Doane Rd.

Birchard

5590 Mount Albert Rd.

Brenner

53 Morton Ave.

Brown Hill

80 Alvin Pegg Dr.

Don Rose

7 Don Rose Blvd.

Emily

35 Thompson Dr.

French

459 Queensville Sdrd.

Grant

29 Milne Lane

Harvest Hills Holland Landing C.C. King Street Ladder Lady Gwillim Mainprize Manor Forest Manor Hampton Park

Trails

Tennis

Splash Pad

Soccer

Skate Park / Scooter Zone

Shelter

Playground

Picnic Shelter (Rentable)

Parking

Garden / Rest Area

Fitness Station

Bike Park

26 Blake St.

Carnaby

Grist Mill

Basketball

Address

Baseball

Park

Accessible

PARKS & AMENITIES

186 Stegman Rd. 183 Harvest Hills Blvd.

19513 Yonge St. 351 King St. 31 Ladder Cres.

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.

East Gwillimbury

OPERATIONS

CENTRE 19850 Woodbine Ave.

For more info: www.eastgwillimbury.ca/projects

Artistic rendering subject to change

Coming Soon!

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Trails, Parks, Facilities & Rentals

Mill Street

51 Albert St.

Mount Albert C.C.

53 Main St.

Mount Albert Lions C.C.

North Union C.C. Parkway Peggy’s Wood

Trails

Tennis

Splash Pad

Soccer

Skate Park / Scooter Zone

Shelter

Playground

Picnic Shelter (Rentable)

84 Oak Ave. 2 Nature Way Cres.

981 Murrell Blvd.

Ridge View

126 Dogwood Blvd.

Robert Hunter

120 Mainprize Cres.

Rosebank

16 Rosebank Blvd.

Sharon

Parking

2624 Boag Rd.

Radial Line

Shannon

Garden / Rest Area

950 Murrell Blvd.

1590 Queensville Sdrd.

Samuel Lount

Fitness Station

5057 Mount Albert Rd.

Queensville

Ross Family Complex

Bike Park

44 Mill St.

Millennium Garden

Murrell

Basketball

Address

Baseball

Park

Accessible

PARKS & AMENITIES

19300 Centre St. 144 Samuel Lount Rd. 84 King St. 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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Discover your Park

Discover your Forest

Ridgeview Park

Explore the beauty of the York Regional Forest at a free guided walk or event.

For more information, please visit york.ca/forestevents

www.eastgwillimbury.ca/parks

East Gwillimbury Trails Anchor Park Trail 88 Doane Rd., Holland Landing, ON L0G 1R0 Parking provided within Anchor Park

Princess Trail 84 King St., Mount Albert, ON, L0G 1M0 Parking available in Shannon Park

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

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

Rogers Reservoir Trail Parking provided north of Green Lane between 2nd Conc. Rd. and Murrell Dr.

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

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

Shannon Park Trail 84 King St., Mount Albert, ON, L0G 1M0 Parking available in Shannon Park

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

Sharon Creek Trail 19000 Leslie St., Sharon, ON Parking available at EG Civic Centre

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

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

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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.

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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.)

25

• Canada Hall

300

220

Canada Hall A

150

110

Canada Hall B

150

110

45

45

• York Trillium Room

220

180

• Golden Anchor Room

120

110

• Simcoe Room

90

80

• Dalhousie Room

90

80

Mount Albert C.C.

220

180

Mount Albert Lion’s C. C.

220

180

North Union C.C.

65

56

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.

✔ ✔

✔

✔

Shared

Shared

Shared

Shared

Shared

Shared

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Ross Family Complex • Senior Room

40

• Program Room

40

• Gymnasium

300

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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.

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•

Borrow a WiFi hotspot device

•

Free Internet & WiFi

•

Technology classes

•

Sewing machines

•

Magazines & newspapers

•

Monthly Food Pantry

•

CDs & DVDs

•

Portable audiobook players

•

Stream music & movies

•

Online databases

Wednesday..……………….. 10 am - 3 pm

•

Storytimes & STEAM programs

Thursday………………………… 3 pm - 8 pm

•

Books & eBooks

Friday... ………………………….. 10 am - 3 pm

•

Invention Kits

Saturday...……………………… 10 am - 3 pm

•

Chromebook Lending Program

We are pleased to announce the Holland Landing branch will resume accepting donations in October.

Please stay tuned for details.

Tuesday………………………… 3 pm - 8 pm

Holland Landing

905-836-6492

Mount Albert

905-473-2472

Distance learning support Email schoolsupport@egpl.ca for help navigating new online classroom settings!

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