About East Gwillimbury

Welcome to “Our Town, Our Future”.

The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is in the northern part of York Region, just 30 minutes north of Toronto. It covers an area of 238 square kilometres (91.89 square miles) and has a population of approximately 41,988 residents. The municipality is a balanced community made up of several growing urban areas and villages including Holland Landing, Queensville, Mount Albert, River Drive Park, and Sharon. With approximately 70 per cent green space made up of farms, forests, and recreational amenities EG is a beautiful place to live and visit.

East Gwillimbury's (EG's) Municipal Council is comprised of the Mayor and six Councillors. The Mayor is elected at large and Councillors each represent a ward of the community.