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Residents will see a brief service pause as Circular Materials takes over municipal recycling streams in January.

Here's what you need to know for the new year:
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What Stouffville Residents Need to Know Ahead of the Blue Box Transition | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Residents will see a brief service pause as Circular Materials takes over municipal recycling streams in January.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:24 PM
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The Town is launching a voluntary, no-fee Business Registration Program in 2026 to support local businesses and boost its economic development initiatives.

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Stouffville Readies Voluntary Business Registry Focused on Economic Development | Bullet Point News Stouffville
The Town is launching a voluntary, no-fee Business Registration Program in 2026 to support local businesses and boost its economic development initiatives.
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December 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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YRDSB will pilot a two-zone bus system beginning in January, allowing student transportation to be cancelled in Georgina or southern York Region independently.

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YRDSB Transportation Pilot Aims to Limit Weather-Related Cancellations in York Region | Bullet Point News Stouffville
YRDSB will pilot a two-zone bus system beginning in January, allowing student transportation to be cancelled in Georgina or southern York Region independently.
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December 18, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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To facilitate holiday hosting, the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville will suspend overnight and three-hour parking limits from Dec. 22 through Jan. 2.

Restrictions will still apply during winter weather events.

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Holiday Parking Permissions Will Offer Flexibility For Stouffville Residents, Visitors | Bullet Point News Stouffville
To facilitate hosting over the holidays, the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville will suspend overnight and three-hour parking limits from Dec. 22 through Jan. 2.
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December 18, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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Updated: York Regional Police are now seeking at least four suspects after a daytime robbery at a Stouffville Shoppers Drug Mart on Dec. 16.

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Updated: YRP Seeking at Least Four Suspects Following Shoppers Drug Mart Robbery | Bullet Point News Stouffville
York Regional Police are seeking at least four suspects after a daytime robbery at a Stouffville Shoppers Drug Mart on Dec. 16.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Hockey Helps the Homeless raised $250K to support Blue Door and 360°kids today, uniting pros and local players in the fight against homelessness.

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Charity Hockey Tournament Unites Pros, Community In Fight Against Homelessness | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Hockey Helps the Homeless raised $250K to support Blue Door and 360°kids today, uniting pros and local players in the fight against homelessness.
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December 13, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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A motion from Mayor Iain Lovatt directs York Region staff to review on-demand and last-mile transit models, including Argo-style electric bus service, that could increase transit use in Stouffville.

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Mayor Lovatt Wants York Region to Explore High-Tech, Last-Mile Transit Solutions | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Mayor Lovatt motioned for a York Region review of on-demand & last-mile transit models, including Argo-style buses, that could increase Stouffville transit use.
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December 12, 2025 at 1:04 AM
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The Stouffville Market launches its first indoor Christmas Market on Saturday, featuring 45 vendors, food options, and more.

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New Christmas Market Brings Creators, Artisans & Food Vendors to Stouffville | Bullet Point News Stouffville
The Stouffville Market launches its first indoor Christmas Market on Saturday, featuring 45 vendors, food options, and more.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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Service Stouffville, a new online portal, offers convenient service requests, speeding up resolutions and helping residents track issues from start to finish.

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Stouffville Launches Online Portal to Streamline Service Requests | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Service Stouffville, a new online portal, offers convenient service requests, speeding up resolutions and helping residents track issues from start to finish.
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December 8, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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With an occasionally bullish long-term outlook, experts say the shift to Extended Producer Responsibility recycling—including bi-weekly recycling collection and larger bins—raises both contamination and participation concerns.

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Beyond the Bin: Understanding Producer Responsibility Recycling in the N6 | Bullet Point News Stouffville
With an occasionally bullish long-term outlook, experts say the shift to bi-weekly collection and larger bins raises contamination and participation concerns.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:32 AM
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Council imposed a 90-day pay freeze and mandatory training on Councillor Rick Upton, who has decided against resigning after admitting to workplace sexual harassment.

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Councillor Rick Upton Remains in Office After Council Escalates Sanctions | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Council imposed a 90-day pay freeze and mandatory training on Councillor Rick Upton, who has decided against resigning after admitting to sexual harassment.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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An Integrity Commissioner report found Councillor Rick Upton engaged in repeated sexual harassment, prompting call for 60-day pay cut and other sanctions.

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Report Details Persistent Sexual Harassment by Stouffville Councillor Rick Upton | Bullet Point News Stouffville
An Integrity Commissioner report found Councillor Rick Upton engaged in repeated sexual harassment, prompting call for 60-day pay cut and other sanctions.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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E-Day is less than a year away, and Stouffville has stepped into the 2026 election cycle, outlining key dates, new voting options, and early preparations.

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From Nominations to Online Voting: Stouffville Prepares for 2026 Election | Bullet Point News Stouffville
E-day is less than a year away, and Stouffville has stepped into the 2026 election cycle, outlining key dates, new voting options, and early preparations.
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November 28, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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With resident-driven updates, refined concept drawings, and a 2026 construction target, Stouffville’s Civic Square redesign remains central to downtown revitalization.

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Civic Square Redesign Advances As Stouffville Looks to Spring 2026 Construction | Bullet Point News Stouffville
With resident-driven updates, refined plans, and a 2026 construction target, Stouffville’s Civic Square redesign remains central to downtown revitalization.
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November 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
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York Regional Council approved a 4.28% levy increase as part of the final 2026 budget, adding funding for York University’s future medical school while calling out increasing Provincial downloading.

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Region Backs Higher 2026 Tax Levy to Support York U’s Vaughan Medical School | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Regional Council approved a 4.28% levy increase, adding funding for York University’s future medical school while calling out increasing Provincial downloading.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Stouffville approved a major fill operation on Bloomington Road, avoiding a Provincial bypass that risked Town oversight, $2.5M in fees, and a new—and needed—four-acre park.

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Controversial Bloomington Road Fill Permit Narrowly Approved, New Park Promised | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Stouffville approved a major fill operation on Bloomington Road, avoiding a provincial bypass that risked oversight, $2.5M in fees, and a four-acre park.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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The business community joined the Greater Stouffville Chamber of Commerce to celebrate a new group of Greater Stouffville Business Hall of Fame inductees last week, honouring local legacies and entrepreneurial successes.

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Hall of Fame Expands as Stouffville Honours Local Business Leaders | Bullet Point News Stouffville
The Greater Stouffville Chamber of Commerce celebrated a new group of Hall of Fame inductees last week, honouring local legacies and entrepreneurial successes.
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November 21, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Stouffville is rewriting its zoning and urban design policies, and the years-long review includes public consultation and planning studies that will help shape future development.

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Major Review of Zoning Rules, Urban Design Guidelines Gets Underway | Bullet Point News Stouffville
Stouffville is rewriting zoning and urban design policies; a broad review will include public consultation, planning studies that will shape future development.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Stouffville expects a $2.7M year-end surplus for 2025, enabling a pause on next year’s capital levy as strong revenues help offset weak development activity.

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Stouffville Projects $2.7M Surplus, Enabling Capital Levy Pause for 2026 | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville expects a $2.7M year-end surplus for 2025, enabling a pause on next year’s capital levy as strong revenues help offset weak development activity.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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A by-law update will explicitly mandate snow clearing around fire hydrants, with heavy fines and an education push meant to protect emergency response times.

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Urging Residents to Clear Snow Around Fire Hydrants, Stouffville Updates By-Law | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
A by-law update will explicitly mandate snow clearing around fire hydrants, with heavy fines and an education push meant to protect emergency response times.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Following a frustrating process, six York Region mayors are pressing Circular Materials for more bin options ahead of Ontario's Blue Box transition.

According to Mayor Lovatt, a smaller cart may be on the table.

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N6 Mayors Challenge One-Size-Fits-All Rollout of Ontario’s Blue Box Program | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Six York Region mayors are pressing Circular Materials for more blue bin options ahead of the Blue Box transition, and a smaller cart may now be on the table.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:25 AM
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Stouffville could see new on-demand buses in 2026, as Mayor Lovatt considers Argo a possible transit solution for underserved York Region communities.

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Lovatt Eyes Argo’s AI-Directed Buses as Potential Transit Solution for Stouffville, York Region | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Stouffville could see new on-demand buses in 2026, as Mayor Lovatt considers Argo a possible transit solution for underserved York Region communities.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Stouffville Mayor Iain Lovatt previewed his upcoming town halls during a 55+ Club meeting yesterday, addressing his defeated redevelopment idea for the seniors' centre while inviting continued dialogue.

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55+ Club Redevelopment Debate Rekindled as Mayor Readies Town Hall Series | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Mayor Lovatt previewed his fall town halls during a 55+ Club meeting, addressing his defeated redevelopment idea for the club while inviting continued dialogue.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Asphalt work is underway for Stouffville’s new Downtown Urban Plaza, a future public space meant to enhance community life and boost activity along Main Street.

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From Parking to Placemaking: Stouffville’s Downtown Urban Plaza Project Begins | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Asphalt work is underway for Stouffville’s new Downtown Urban Plaza, a future public space meant to enhance community life and boost activity along Main Street.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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Winter maintenance crews return as York Region urges drivers to plan ahead, be prepared for poor weather conditions, and give plows space to work safely.

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Early Snowfall Marks Start of Winter Maintenance Across York Region, Stouffville | Stouffville | Bullet Point News
Winter maintenance crews return as York Region urges drivers to plan ahead, be prepared for poor weather conditions, and give plows space to work safely.
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November 11, 2025 at 12:32 AM