Media Releases

The Town of Aurora has once again been recognized for excellence in financial reporting and budgeting, earning the Distinguished Budget Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its 2025 budget document. This marks the third consecutive year the Town has received this prestigious honour, reinforcing its commitment to transparency, accountability, and high standards in municipal financial planning.

The Town of Aurora has been honoured with an Award of Excellence from the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) at the 68th Annual Conference and Showcase. This recognition celebrates the Town’s 2024 Cybersecurity Escape Room – Visitor Attraction & Tourism Product Development initiative, a groundbreaking project that merges technology education with entertainment.

The Town of Aurora is inviting residents to take an active role in water conservation by purchasing a rain barrel through its partnership with Enviro World. This environmentally friendly initiative offers residents the chance to reduce their environmental footprint while also saving money on their water bills.

The Coaches Association of Ontario (CAO) and the Town of Aurora invite women, girls and female-identifying individuals to level up their coaching skills at the 2nd Annual Women in Sport (W. I. N. S) Weekend. What:.

Due to a mechanical issue, the Aurora Seniors' Centre will be closed starting the evening of Tuesday, February 18 to ensure the safety of all our members and staff. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

All Town facilities are open, but some Town programs and services might be impacted due to the snow and slow commute. Aurora Cultural Centre has cancelled all programs today.

The Town of Aurora offers a variety of rental spaces including meeting rooms, gymnasiums, pools and arenas. Book for a season or a single event.

The Town of Aurora is excited to introduce a new community garden program at John Abel Park, offering residents and community groups the chance to grow their own food and contribute to addressing food insecurity. The John Abel Community Garden will feature a variety of planter box-style plots available for annual allocation.

Our community thrives because of the dedication of individuals, groups, and businesses who selflessly contribute to the well-being of our town and its residents. Nominate a local ambassador of goodwill and positivity today!.

This Family Day weekend, escape the winter blues and immerse yourself in the magic of Aurora’s Arctic Adventure! Gather your loved ones and enjoy two days of unforgettable free family fun, packed with activities for all ages!.