June is Recreation and Parks Month (J.R.P.M.), is an annual community mobilization movement that takes place in parks, schools, recreation centres and neighbourhoods all across Ontario. By celebrating J.R.P.M., the Town of Stouffville aims to promote healthy and active living for all residents and increase awareness of the value and important benefits that recreation and parks provide to individuals, families and communities.

 Get active this J.R.P.M.! Come out to one of our special programs and participate in free drop-in activities.

Join Mayor Lovatt, Members of Council, and Town Staff at the Leisure Centre Community Flag Pole (2 Park Drive south parking lot) on June 1st at 4 p.m. for the flag raising in honour of Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month. We encourage all members of the community to join us to show their support and to celebrate together.  We hope to see you there.

Celebrate 100 years at Lemonville Community Centre with the presentation of the Whitchurch-Stouffville Heritage Awards.

Explore a variety of engaging sites across Town and experience unique family-friendly activities, right here in Whitchurch-Stouffville!

Join us on Monday, June 5 at 7 pm at the Ballantrae Community Centre to discover an exciting addition to Ballantrae: the upcoming Multi-Sport Complex set to open later this year! This informational session will allow you to engage with our knowledgeable staff and have all your questions answered about this state-of-the-art indoor recreational sport dome.

The Multi-Sport Complex aims to become a vibrant hub for sports enthusiasts and organizations in the area, providing an extensive range of programming. The facility comprises two impressive domes and a clubhouse. The first dome spans an impressive 125,000 sq. ft., equipped with field lining to accommodate multi-sport use, catering to both training and competitive activities. The second dome spans 50,000 sq. ft. and is dedicated to a variety of court sports.

Connecting these remarkable structures is the 7,600 sq. ft. auxiliary clubhouse, housing essential amenities such as a reception area, boardroom, and offices. The complex is designed to foster community engagement and promote physical activity by offering diverse sports activities for all residents.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the Multi-Sport Complex and its exciting prospects for Ballantrae.

Summer Program Registration opens on June 6 at 12 p.m. for Non-Residents, online and in person. Programs begin June 26. 

Visit townofws.ca/active for details. 

Join us for All Night Lawn, a series of lawn bowling nights in support of the Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation.

Cost per person is $25, with all proceeds going to Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation.
Each of the three events includes a lesson!

Ready to register? Visit our site allnightlawn.ca to register beginning May 1! 

Arts and culture come alive at this annual art show and sale! Wander the park to revel in the talent of artists from across Southern Ontario.

Enjoy the ambiance of a warm summer night in Civic Square with live music. 

Series Dates: 
June 16 - Conor Gains
July 22 - FIDDLESTIX
August 19 - Blackboard Blues Band
September 15 - Amanda Rheaume

Patio opens at 7 p.m., with show beginning at 8 p.m.

Discover and Explore at Discovery Day!

Join us at the Stouffville Leisure Centre for a day of adventure, education, and recreational fun.  

Uncover the fascinating world of beekeeping, learn bike safety with the York Regional Police, discover fire prevention tips from Whitchurch-Stouffville Fire and Emergency Services, and borrow bikes from the Stouffville Library Lendery for exploration. Families can also engage in interactive games, sports demonstrations, and more, in celebration of June is Recreation and Parks Month (J.R.P.M.)!

As the days get warmer join us for the Here Comes Summer Sidewalk Sale! Stock up on everything you need to make your summer even sunnier and have the chance to win amazing prizes! 

Join us in our first ever Stouffville Main Street 5K and Kids Dash benefitting Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation. Come out and run, jog, or walk, in support of our community hospital.

Registration opens April 1. Registration required prior to June 14 2023. 
Applications for vendor space is now closed. 

 Join us for an evening of music, culture, food, crafts, vendors and more to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day! This is an all ages outdoor event which is free and open to the public!  All are welcome. 

Today is National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.

This day is recognized every year on June 23 in Canada to mark the anniversary of the bombing of Air India Flight 182 which killed 329 innocent people, 280 being Canadians.

Flags at Town facilities are being flown at half-mast today to honour the victims of the bombing, as well as other acts of terrorist violence that have taken lives of Canadians.

Formerly Food Truck Frenzy, Music in the Park is a free event which celebrates summer with live musical performances on stage in Memorial Park along with great food! This year’s event will be headlined by Juno-Nominated Singer/Songwriter Aysanabee and will also spotlight music from a Steel Pan Trio. Music in the Park will also feature a food truck alley with a variety of food options so you can enjoy dinner and a show!

Time to declutter! Stouffville residents are invited to place unwanted items marked ‘FREE’ at the curb for others to take and enjoy!

 2023 Curbside Giveaway Days: May 27, June 24, July 29, August 26, September 23

Place re-usable household items at the curb in front of your home at 7 am on the above date clearly marked with a “FREE” sign.
Use your discretion when deciding whether or not to put items out to the curb. Giveaway items should still be in good condition for re-use or able to be repaired. Keep items you do not want to give away close to your house, or inside to avoid confusion.
Please keep sidewalks and hydrants clear.
Unclaimed items must be removed from the curb by 5 pm. Items left at the curb can result in a By-Law violation.
Consider donating unclaimed items to charitable organizations instead of placing out for waste collection.
Please maintain social distancing and practice safety measures such as sanitizing hands after touching items and cleaning items before using.
Please respect private property and do not walk on people’s lawns or gardens.
Do not block traffic and driveways or park illegally.
Only take items that are marked ‘free’.

June is Recreation and Parks Month (J.R.P.M.), is an annual community mobilization movement that takes place in parks, schools, recreation centres and neighbourhoods all across Ontario. By celebrating J.R.P.M., the Town of Stouffville aims to promote healthy and active living for all residents and increase awareness of the value and important benefits that recreation and parks provide to individuals, families and communities.
Get active this J.R.P.M.! Come out to one of our special programs and participate in free drop-in activities.