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Photo of refurbished bell at the new firehall

Historic Fire Bell Finds New Home

Posted on Friday, March 10, 2023 09:38 PM

An invaluable piece of fire-fighting history has been added to Bradford West Gwillimbury's (BWG) new Fire Station at 77 Melbourne Street – a 123-year-old fire bell from the original Barrie Street Fire Hall. This historic item, used to call fire-fighters to duty has been refurbished and installed in Fire Station 1's bell tower.

“This bell honours the longstanding commitment BWG's firefighters continue to bring to the community. It serves as a reminder of firefighting history and dedication and...

Annual Municipal Drain Maintenance

Posted on Monday, March 06, 2023 03:06 PM

This notice is to remind residents and business owners that municipal drain maintenance will be undertaken and that the following drains are scheduled to be cleaned in 2023:

Perimeter Canal
Main Drain
River Road Drain
Morris Road Drain
Horlings Drain
King Drains 10, 11, 12, 14, 15 and all of their branches

Notify the Board office immediately, if you observe any problems with the municipal drain system which require attention.

If you require additional information regarding this notice please contact...

Accessible Parking Enforcement Blitz

Posted on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 09:54 PM

The Town of BWG's Enforcement Division is launching their annual Accessible Parking Campaign, which focuses on engaging and educating the community, and enforcing laws related to accessible parking spaces.

This year's campaign theme “Parking for a Minute is a Minute too Long" emphasizes the importance of abstaining from using accessible parking spaces even if it is convenient, the closest spot, or you are just running into the corner store or picking up your takeout order. Accessible parking...

Pie chart illustrating the 2023 tax breakdown

2023 Budget Deliberations

Posted on Saturday, February 25, 2023 01:08 AM

Town of BWG Council Delivers a Budget that Balances Strategic Priorities and Fiscal Responsibility

After two days of thoughtful deliberation, Town of BWG Council refined the 2023 budget, agreeing on a 5.63% overall increase for local tax payers.

The total of all additions proposed by staff would have resulted in a 6.45% tax increase. Through their discussions, Council arrived at a budget increase that balances fiscal responsibility with a growing demand for better services. Prioritizing...

2023 International Women’s Day

Posted on Friday, February 24, 2023 09:52 AM

Proclamation International Women’s Day, March 8, 2023 WHEREAS:

International Women’s Day is recognized and celebrated annually around the world on March 8; and

WHEREAS:

The International Women's Day 2023 campaign theme is #EmbraceEquity, emphasizing that equity isn't just a nice-to-have, it's a must-have, and that gender equity needs to be part of every society's DNA; and