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Aurora’s economy continues to show strong signs of post-pandemic recovery, with 3,037 jobs added to the town’s employment base since 2019 along with 72 new businesses, according to York Region’s 2022 Employment Survey Results.

The overall job growth between 2019 and 2022 far exceeds the small drop in employment that occurred during the height of the pandemic.

“I’m so encouraged by these numbers – it’s a testament to the resiliency of our business community and a signal that more employers and...

The Town of Aurora has installed Every Child Matters rink boards in each of its five arenas as a commitment towards genuine and meaningful reconciliation. On March 21, the Every Child Matters Rink Board will be unveiled at the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex (SARC).

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada created 94 Calls to Action to address the legacy of residential schools. The 94 Calls to Action cover issues such as child welfare, education, health, language, culture, media and...

IIHF Women’s World Championship Pre-Tournament Game is coming to Aurora on April 2!

The Town of Aurora is set to host a pre-tournament game to some of the world’s top female hockey teams! The 2023 IIHF Women’s World Championship Pre-Tournament Game is coming to Aurora with Teams Sweden and Switzerland facing off on Sunday, April 2 at the Aurora Community Centre.

In mid-January, the Town entered a bid to be considered as one of the local community locations to host the IIHF women’s pre-tournament...

The Regional Municipality of York is rehabilitating and replacing sections of an aging water feedermain along Yonge Street from Murray Drive and Edward Street to Ridge Road in theTown of Aurora.

Temporary intersection closure:New Date Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - Between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m.An additional temporary, one-day intersection closure of the Yonge Street and Industrial Parkway South intersection is required.

What are the impacts:

• Paid traffic duty officers will be on site and digital...

The Town of Aurora has partnered with the Aurora Black Community Association to bring residents and the community exciting opportunities throughout all of February to learn and celebrate Aurora’s Black community and the many diverse and rich cultures across Canada. Events include a Pan-African Flag raising ceremony, a Black History Gala, a Paint, Poetry and Jazz night, Diversity on Ice and more! 

Black History Month is a time to celebrate and learn about the important contributions of Black...