Spots still available for summer camps

The countdown to summer (and the looong break from school) is over! Parents: no need to panic, there are still (some) camps available.

Limited spots are still available in select camps, ranging from classics like Summer Shine to specialized areas of interest such as hockey, soccer, music video production, dance, skateboarding/scooter and multi-media art.

To view availability and register online, visit townshipofking.perfectmind.com.

Summer camp need-to-knows for parents:

• One-week sessions beginning on Tuesday, July 2 until Friday, August 30

• Convenient locations at various recreation facilities located in King City, Nobleton and Schomberg

• Flexible drop-off for campers starting at 8:30 a.m. and pick-up ending at 5 p.m. (the camp day runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

• Over 40 camps for ages four to 13 in arts and culture, leaders in training, sports, science and technology, the great outdoors, general and specialty interests

• Inclusion support staff for children with disabilities provided free of charge to residents, pending availability

• Pizza lunch on Fridays!

For more information, visit king.ca/camps.

Outdoor Yoga program at the Trisan Centre

Namaste outdoors! New to the group fitness schedule at the Trisan Centre: Outdoor Yoga. Every Thursday, starting July 4 from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. enjoy a low-impact class, designed for the wellness of mind and body. Poses are practiced to improve strength, balance, flexibility, mobility and alignment.

This class is included with your Unlimited Trisan Fitness membership. Not a member? Join today or drop-in with our single-use fee.

For more information, visit king.ca/TrisanCentre.

Cool off at King's three splash pads

Beat the heat at one of our splash pads, open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Memorial Park in King City, Tasca Park in Nobleton and Hickstead Park in Schomberg. For more information, visit king.ca/parks.

Construction and installation of a new splash pad at Salamander Park is underway!

In April, King City residents living in the immediate neighbourhood surrounding Salamander Park were invited to participate in a one-question survey to help determine the best new amenity to add to the park. Three options were available: a splash pad, a play structure or a ball hockey rink. 57% of survey respondents said the splash pad was their most preferred addition.

Expected completion is end of August 2024. The splash pad may open for the remainder of the season, pending timing of completion.

Photo credit: renderings courtesy ABC Recreation and Vortex Aquatic Structures International Inc.

Book a picturesque picnic shelter this summer

With a selection of scenic spots nestled within King Township's stunning landscapes, hosting your event amidst nature has never been easier. Reserve a picturesque picnic shelter this summer for that family gathering or BBQ at one of 4 parks:

• Cold Creek Conservation Area
• Memorial Park in King City
• Nobleton Community Sports Park
• Pottageville Pavilion

Check availability and complete the facility rental application form online at king.ca/bookafacility.

Laskay Hall reopens for bookings after repairs

Emergency repairs on Laskay Hall, required to fix sagging ceiling joints, are now complete. The historic building has reopened to the public and is available to rent for celebrations, workshops and meetings. To book Laskay Hall, visit king.ca/bookafacility.

Practice off-road vehicle safety

The use of off-road vehicles on any roads and parks within King Township is strictly prohibited. This includes pocket bikes, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, ATVs and motorized scooters, which are not allowed on public roadways or sidewalks. The vehicle may be impounded, and fines can reach up to $5,000.

Reports of ATVs being ridden on public roads should be made to the York Regional Police using the online Road Watch portal at yrp.ca.

Reports of ATVs being ridden on King Township's public lands, including parks and trails, should be made using King's online reporting portal at king.ca.

Sidewalkable Saturday returns to Schomberg on July 20

Stop, shop and stroll! Join us for our fifth Sidewalkable Saturday event on July 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Main Street Schomberg. Discover the amazing businesses and people that make up Schomberg Main Street. Family-friendly fun awaits! Bring the whole family! For more information, visit SchombergMainStreet.ca.

King City Public Library and Seniors Centre

wins national architecture award

King is proud to announce that the King City Public Library and Seniors Centre is one of 12 recipients of the prestigious Governor General’s Medals in Architecture award! Designed by Kongats Architects, this modern gem in King Township was recognized as an outstanding example of a community hub. Read more about this achievement at king.ca/news.

e-Waste event happens on July 27

Do you have old electronics collecting dust at home? Properly dispose of your e-waste for FREE at the Community Electronic Recycling event, held at the King Heritage and Cultural Centre (parking lot) on Saturday, July 27 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your unwanted electronics (e.g., TVs, computers, cameras) to ensure they are disposed of safely, recycled and kept out of landfill. For details, visit king.ca/electronicrecycling.

King encourages responsible pet ownership

Having a pet as part of your family is rewarding, but it comes with many responsibilities – including keeping them on a leash and cleaning up after them when you are out for a walk. It’s the responsibility of every pet owner to keep their pet (and neighbours) safe by abiding by the rules found in King Township’s Animal Control Bylaw #2016-85. The fine for having a dog off leash anywhere outside of an off-leash dog park is $360. The fine for not picking up after your pet is $200. Learn more at king.ca/news.

Curbside giveaway day happening on July 27

Saturday, July 27 is a Curbside Giveaway Day. King Township residents are invited to place unwanted items, labelled FREE, at the curb for other residents and community members to browse and take for their own use, free of charge.

Starting at 7a.m. take any unwanted items to the curb, marked "Free", for others to pick up and take to a good home. Remove all leftover items by 5p.m. on that day, to help keep King Township clean.

For more information, visit king.ca/curbsidegiveaway.

2024 final tax notice

Please be advised that the 2024 final property tax notices were mailed out Tuesday, June 25 with installment due dates of July 24, 2024 and September 25, 2024.

Payments can be made by Pre-Authorized Debit options, online services or mail. Residents can sign up for a Pre-Authorized Debit Program to have their payments spread over 10 months or automatically withdrawn on the scheduled due dates.

For more information about the Pre-Authorized Debit Program or to learn more about the Township’s Tax Relief programs available for Extraordinary Circumstances, please visit king.ca/propertytaxes.

Please note, if payment is not made prior to the end of the month, then interest of 1.25% is applied on the 1st of the month to any remaining balance as per the Township Bylaw #2024-040.

Help us assemble a bee puzzle!

The King Heritage and Cultural Centre is buzzing with excitement this summer in celebration of King Township’s designation as a Bee City!

Residents and visitors of all ages are invited to partake in this commemorative community art installation, piece by piece. Seriously: we're painting and assembling a large bee puzzle!

Drop by the King Heritage & Cultural Centre Tuesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. now through August to design and paint your piece of the bee puzzle. Once we have painted all 250 puzzle pieces, we will assemble it to create a giant bee and install it in a public space in King!

Pre-registration not required. Cost: $5. Visit kingheritageandculture.ca for more information.

King's new AI virtual assistant is ready

to answer your questions

King Township’s AI virtual assistant, Kingsley, is available 24/7 to enhance your web-browsing experience on king.ca.

The perks of interacting with Kingsley:

• seamless first point-of-contact assistance

• instant responses to queries

• simplified & streamlined information searches

• interactive features, such as real-time weather updates

• reduced wait times

• frees up staff time to focus on more complex tasks and interactions

Have a question about a Township service? Simply click Kingsley’s launcher icon – located discreetly in the bottom right corner of every webpage – and start a conversation as if chatting with a friend.

Learn more at king.ca/news.

King Chamber of Commerce launches King Proud merchandise store and the Morning Youth Grant

The King Chamber of Commerce has officially launched the King Proud merchandise store and opened applications for the Morning Youth Grant.

The Morning Youth Grant is an initiative inspired by the legacy of the late James Morning and his unwavering spirit for entrepreneurship in his home community of King Township. Founded by Brent Morning in honour of his father’s dedication, and in partnership with the King Chamber of Commerce, this grant is a tribute to the past and a beacon of hope for the future.

James Morning was an esteemed figure in the community who served on the Town Council for two decades and embodied the true essence of entrepreneurship. From humble beginnings in 1969, he tirelessly built his company, James Morning & Sons Ltd, into a thriving business.

Funded in part by the sale of King Proud branded merchandise, The Morning Youth Grant aims to foster local pride and nurture young entrepreneurship.