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Celebrating Local Government Week in Aurora

Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 09:54 AM

The Town of Aurora is celebrating Local Government Week from October 20 to 26 by recognizing the dedicated staff who provide essential services, programs, and amenities that make Aurora a vibrant and welcoming community for residents and visitors. From maintaining parks, roads, and public spaces to ensuring clean water, recycling, and public safety, their work enhances the quality of life for everyone in Aurora.

During Local Government Week, the Town of Aurora is also recruiting citizen members...

Help Keep Aurora’s Parks and Trails Clean

Posted on Thursday, October 17, 2024 11:08 AM

The Town of Aurora is committed to maintaining parks, trails, and greenspaces for the enjoyment of all residents and visitors. These natural spaces are vital to our community’s well-being, and it is everyone’s responsibility to keep them clean and safe.

Lately the Town has seen an increase in household garbage, construction materials and waste being dumped in parks, trails and greenspaces. Dumping waste in these areas attracts wildlife, disrupts the environment, and creates health and safety...

Aurora Town Square’s Grand Opening Finale Weekend

Posted on Friday, October 11, 2024 03:04 PM

It’s the final weekend of Aurora Town Square’s Grand Opening celebrations! Since September 21, The Square has been a vibrant hub of cultural experiences, family-friendly events and live performances. As the multi-week festivities draw to a close, residents still have one last chance to enjoy this special weekend of discounted tickets and free activities as part of the Grand Opening.

“Aurora Town Square has truly become a vibrant hub for our community,” said Mayor Tom Mrakas. “It has been...

Aurora Wins Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority

Posted on Wednesday, October 09, 2024 11:55 PM

The Town of Aurora was presented with the Healthy Water Award from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority during its 42nd annual Conservation Awards ceremony on Tuesday night. The Healthy Water Award is presented to individuals, groups and organizations who have completed a project that improves, supports or protects the water quality in the Lake Simcoe watershed.

The Town was recognized for improving local waterways, ecosystems and access to nature through four bioengineering projects at...

Central York Fire Services reminds you to prioritize fire safety this Thanksgiving

Posted on Wednesday, October 09, 2024 08:46 AM

Central York Fire Services (CYFS) is working alongside the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) for Fire Prevention Week now until October 12. This year’s focus is on the importance of having working smoke alarms on every storey of your home.

In the event of an emergency, working smoke alarms and a home escape plan can save lives. Ontario law requires a homeowner to install and maintain working smoke alarms on every storey of a home and outside all sleeping areas. It is also law to have...