Vaughan is known for Canada’s Wonderland and Vaughan Mills, but also has cultural and natural gems like the McMichael Canadian Art Collection, charming Kleinburg Village and the Kortright Centre for Conservation. With schools of every type (private schools, french-immersion public school, English public school, and religious-based education), recreation centres and parks, and plenty of family-friendly activities to keep your kids busy, Vaughan is an excellent city for families. Vaughan exists within York Region, the higher level of government, which also includes eight other municipalities (Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill and Whitchurch-Stouffville). The regional council is made up of people elected to sit on the various municipal councils. Just north of the city of Toronto, York Region consists of towns such as Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, Aurora, Whitchurch-Stouffville, King, Newmarket, East Gwillimbury and Georgina. Toronto is made up of 44 Wards each with distinct cultural identities and communities. Vaughan is a Smart City leader that seeks new and meaningful ways to incorporate data- driven technological solutions into our ongoing city-building efforts. Vaughan’s Mayor and Council have taken a leadership role in innovation to prepare for planned growth.