York Region non-profits target diversity with Provincial grants

February 16, 2017 · 0 Comments

Non-profits often develop in order to fill a need within any given community, but a new grant from the Province will help York Region non-profits fill any gaps in delivering their services in an inclusive, equitable way.

New Aurora fire station to be CYFS headquarters

A new fire station serving both Aurora and Newmarket, scheduled to be completed by 2019, will become the new headquarters for the Central York Fire Services.

Local mom turns sticky solution into “Easy Peasy” success

As a mom of three, Andrea Winarki had no shortage of pant knees to patch, particularly when it came to her two hockey-loving boys. And, as luck would have it, she had plenty of willing hands – and knees – close by to keep her on her toes when she came up with a sticky solution to an age-old problem.

Revitalization, business growth part of Mayor’s 2017 vision

So, they stole a bit of his thunder. When Geoff Dawe prepares each year to stand before members of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce for the annual Mayor’s Luncheon, he usually has a few big ...

Owen’s story inspires people to open their hearts

By Brock Weir Owen Veloso wasn’t expected to survive his first five months of life. Born with a congenital heart defect, he has endured multiple ...

“Comprehensive report” will address JOC budget issues: Mayor

CAO's report will address lingering concerns over the final costs of the Town’s new Joint Operations Centre, according to Mayor Geoff Dawe.

Police mark Black History month boosting “Unity in the Community”

Unity is essential a strong community, according to York Regional Police as they mark the start of Black History Month. Hundreds of people from across York Region gathered the YRP’s headquarters in Aurora on Saturday morning for the annual celebration to pay tribute to African-Canadian trailblazers within the local police community as well as celebrate the theme of “Unity in the Community.”

Joint Operations Centre cost concerns sent back for answers

Councillors hope a future report will paint a “full picture” on the true costs of Aurora’s new Joint Operations Centre. The Joint Operations Centre (JOC) was recently completed at the top of Industrial Parkway North and is now the home of Aurora’s Department of Public Works, as well as the Parks Department.

Should Aurora become a sanctuary town? – Toronto motion raises questions

Could Aurora become a Sanctuary Town? A request by Councillor Sandra Humfryes last week to endorse Toronto’s affirmation of its status as a “sanctuary city”, in the wake of international demonstrations protesting...

Wait for snow plows was an “operational decision,” says CAO

If you were left wondering where the snow plows were as you were trying to get down your street in December, it was an “operational decision” at Town Hall, according to CAO Doug Nadorozny.

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