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The Town of Aurora offers a variety of rental spaces including meeting rooms, gymnasiums, pools and arenas. Book for a season or a single event. Explore spaces in 360° and find details on capacity, pricing and accessibility at aurora.ca/FacilityBookings.

Ready to book? Submit a Facility Rental Permit Request Form online and staff will respond within two business days. Requests to the Facility Bookings team must be submitted at least two weeks in advance, including setup details. For inquiries, email

The Town of Aurora is excited to introduce a new community garden program at John Abel Park, offering residents and community groups the chance to grow their own food and contribute to addressing food insecurity.

The John Abel Community Garden will feature a variety of planter box-style plots available for annual allocation. These plots will allow individuals and groups to cultivate food for personal use. The garden will operate seasonally, from May 1 to November 1 each year.

“As a Town, we are...

Our community thrives because of the dedication of individuals, groups, and businesses who selflessly contribute to the well-being of our town and its residents. Nominate a local ambassador of goodwill and positivity today!

These awards are recognized in the following categories:

• Volunteer Service Awards
• Youth Volunteer Award
• Older Adult Volunteer Award
• Green Award
• Arts and Culture Award
• Community Leadership Award
• Good Neighbour Award
• Good Business Award
• Inclusivity Award
• Community Safety Award
• Citizen of...

Town Parking Lot Maintenance

Aurora Town Council approved a report with more details about the conditionally approved 2025 Capital Budget project for maintaining Town parking lots. In 2021, the Town completed a detailed assessment of all 26 Town-owned parking lots, identifying their condition and recommending maintenance and repair work.

By moving forward with this project, the Town will ensure its parking lots remain safe and functional, extend their lifespan and help prevent costly repairs down...

This Family Day weekend, escape the winter blues and immerse yourself in the magic of Aurora’s Arctic Adventure! Gather your loved ones and enjoy two days of unforgettable free family fun, packed with activities for all ages!

WHEN & WHERE: Saturday, February 15: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aurora Town Square (50 Victoria Street)

Monday, February 17: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Town Park (49 Wells Street)

WHAT: Get ready for two incredible locations and endless entertainment!

At Aurora Town Square:

• Hands-on workshops for...