If you would like to view the recording of the complimentary HERO information session, click here.
To view the HERO presentation, click here.
Environment
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The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) is committed to preserving our natural environment and promoting sustainability in our corporate practices and across the community.
The 2022 – 2026 Strategic Plan identifies Environmental Stewardship as a corporate priority, and the approved Environmental Strategy guides the municipality’s journey toward building a more diverse, resilient, and sustainable Town for years to come.
The strategy has a more holistic view of the environment and is divided in five thematic areas: Land, Air, Water, Biodiversity, and Empowerment
This strategy is reflective of the current and future needs of EG, residents, businesses, committees, and staff. After an extensive research and engagement process, the strategy will continue implementation of current programs and include new initiatives that enhance environmental stewardship at the corporate and community levels.
Land
Water
Air
Biodiversity
Empowerment
Climate Change Action Program
Biodiversity Protection
Get Involved in Eco Empowerment
Home Energy Retrofit Orientation (HERO) - Become a home energy Hero!
On Tuesday, April 18, 2023, Council declared a Climate Emergency. This declaration formalizes the Town’s concerns, and more importantly, the actions that Council and staff will take to address climate change. The Town issued a media release to announce the declaration.
The actions will build on the Town's current environmental policies and initiatives. The next steps will be:
- Development of an Environmental Strategy
- Creation of a Climate Action Plan
- Update the Town’s Energy Plan,
- Update the Town’s Thinking Green Development Standards
The full presentation is below:
- January 16 Committee of the Whole Council meeting (skip to 52:19)
- Council Approval - March 5, 2024 Committee of the Whole Council Meeting. Watch the meeting here.
- Media Release - East Gwillimbury approves its enviro vision for the community
Have questions? Want to get involved with Environmental Initiatives in EG?
Send us an email to environment@eastgwillimbury.ca.
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