News and Notices

Widening of McLaughlin Road and Construction of new East-West Spine Road

Posted on Thursday, June 21, 2018 09:15 AM

In September 2016, the Town of Caledon initiated an environmental assessment for the widening of McLaughlin Road, and the construction of the new east-west Spine Road from Hurontario Street to Chinguacousy Road.

A Public Information Centre (PIC) will be held in an open house format, with no formal presentation. The purpose of the PIC is to present various alternative designs and the preferred alternative, and to receive public comments. Town staff and consultants will be available to answer questions...

Boost your business? Head to the library

Posted on Monday, June 18, 2018 11:30 AM

By Megan Renkema, Caledon Public Library

Many small business owners often struggle with issues such as workforce retention, staff engagement and employee development. It can be difficult to find the time and money for training and professional development despite the fact that, according to the Financial Post, “higher spending on employee training and efforts to create strong corporate learning cultures actually reduce turnover, increase employee engagement, and improve productivity...

Business Opening: King Masonry Yard Ltd.

Posted on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 04:00 AM

On June 12, 2018 King Masonry Yard celebrated the Grand Opening of their new location at 31 Sloan Drive, Caledon. We asked owner, Isaac Raposo about his business journey and why he chose to expand in Caledon.

Tell us a little about your business, what do you offer? Is there anything that makes King Masonry Yard unique from the competitors?

King Masonry Yard Ltd. opened its doors in March 2010, with our first location and second in Bolton until we built our permanent building in Caledon in 2017. We...

Caledon lowers flags to honour passing of former Councillor Lily French

Posted on Monday, June 11, 2018 04:00 AM

The Town of Caledon is lowering flags to half-mast as a tribute to former Councillor Lily (Gray) French who passed away on June 9, 2018.

Lily French served 2 terms as the Area Councillor for Wards 3/4 from 1985 to 1991. She and her husband, Wilson French, were proud members of Peel’s Agricultural Community. Ms. French was an active member of the community in various volunteer capacities, and she was the former Chair of the Town’s Committee of Adjustment.

"Lily French’s life is...

Cheers Caledon! Craft Beer and Cider Festival announces full lineup

Posted on Monday, June 11, 2018 02:30 AM

Last year the inaugural Cheers Caledon! Craft Beer and Cider Festival showcased a small but select group of Ontario’s best beverage producers to some 1,200 attendees.

Now, in its second edition, Cheers Caledon! is adding representation from several new craft beer and cider producers as well as a larger offering of food choices and main stage musical entertainment.

“Cheers Caledon! is taking place during Ontario Craft Beer Week and only a couple weeks after Ontario Craft Cider Week,” said Mayor Allan...