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Caledon declares a climate emergency

Posted on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 09:45 AM

The Town of Caledon is joining a growing chorus of local governments in Canada and around the world recognizing the urgency of taking action on climate change.

On January 28, 2020 Town Council unanimously passed a motion declaring a climate emergency in Caledon. The motion recognized the science behind climate change and the many impacts that are already being felt across Canada and in Caledon.

It also directed staff to report back to Council on the scale of action required by the Town and community...

Brian McCullagh, Vianet and Mayor Allan Thompson

Town of Caledon announces new town-wide fibre optic installation along the Caledon Trailway

Posted on Monday, January 27, 2020 11:30 AM

Today the Town of Caledon took a major step forward in its goal to provide high speed internet service to all of Caledon.  Vianet, under contract to the Town, is installing 35 kilometers of new fibre optic cable along the Caledon Trailway, creating the backbone for future high speed expansion in Caledon.

“This infrastructure takes us a major step closer to our goal of bringing high speed internet access to all of Caledon,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “The new fibre creates a robust backbone that...

GreenBiz Caledon Program

Posted on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 01:45 AM

Take advantage of a new program and enjoy the benefits of greening your business!

The Town of Caledon has teamed up with Partners in Project Green (PPG) to pilot a new program aimed at helping businesses reduce their carbon footprint and green their operations. Businesses enrolled in the program will have access to advice and mentorship from the experts at PPG and can create a customized ‘green’ plan that works for them. Areas of focus will include energy, waste, vehicles, and green space. Benefits...

Town of Caledon Approves 2020 Budget

Posted on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 02:45 AM

Town of Caledon Council approved the 2020 Budget during the Town Council meeting on December 17, 2019, which focuses on community infrastructure and services while keeping tax increases reasonable for Caledon residents and businesses.

“The 2020 budget will guide the Town in continuing to build a vibrant and prosperous Caledon,” said Mayor Allan Thompson. “Council, through a public collaborative process, fully debated a measurable, realistic budget that will help us continue to deliver quality municipal...

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Great War Flying Museum gets funding boost from Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament

Posted on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 06:15 AM

A contribution from the Caledon Council Community Golf Tournament will help the Great War Flying Museum complete a major hangar expansion that will attract more visitors, create space to store, display, maintain and rebuild its vintage aircraft, improve safety and accessibility and expand its ability to host events. 

The only living history museum in Canada dedicated to honouring and preserving the contribution of World War One veterans, the Great War Flying Museum is the primary recipient of...