Good morning, Georgina! Today is Monday, November 2, 2026.
Last week closed with Halloween weekend and the clocks falling back — but the bigger story was Election Day. Georgina has a new mayor.
Dale Kerr Genge was elected Mayor with 7,127 votes, ending Margaret Quirk's 12-year tenure. Only 2 of 7 incumbent councillors were re-elected, so this is a largely new council taking office. Separately, Remembrance Day ceremonies in Keswick, Sutton, and Pefferlaw all happen this Sunday, November 8.
Let's get into your verified local radar for the week of November 2.
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The Local Rundown
What you need to know this week in 2 minutes or less.
🗳️ Georgina Has a New Mayor (Georgina): Dale Kerr Genge won with 7,127 votes, defeating incumbent Margaret Quirk and Frank Sebo. Naomi Davison was re-elected Regional Councillor with 6,705 votes. Ward councillors: Charlene Biggerstaff (Ward 1, re-elected), Mike Gurr (Ward 2), Andrew Edge (Ward 3), Mike Anderson (Ward 4), Karen Wolfe (Ward 5) — only 2 of 7 incumbents returned. Turnout was 29.13%, up from 27.23% in 2022. Results are certified by the Town Clerk.
🎖️ Remembrance Day Ceremonies This Sunday (Georgina): Three community ceremonies happen Sunday, November 8 — Keswick at 10:30 AM (Stephen Leacock Theatre), Sutton at 1:30 PM (Sutton Cenotaph), and Pefferlaw at 3:30 PM (Pefferlaw Lions Community Hall). Separate, smaller services run on the actual holiday, Wednesday, November 11.
🌧️ Wet Midweek Stretch (Region-Wide): Thursday and Friday both carry a real chance of rain, with Thursday the wettest day of the week. Plan outdoor errands for earlier in the week if you can.
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The Main Stage: Premier Events
Where to grab a seat, a ticket, or an experience this week.
🎖️ Remembrance Day Ceremonies — Keswick, Sutton & Pefferlaw (Georgina)
Three community services honouring Remembrance Day, held the Sunday before the holiday.
When: Sunday, November 8 | Keswick 10:30 AM, Sutton 1:30 PM, Pefferlaw 3:30 PM
Where: Stephen Leacock Theatre (Keswick), Sutton Cenotaph (36 High St.), Pefferlaw Lions Community Hall (38 Pete's Lane)
Admission: Free, open to the public
🎶 A Tribute to the King of Pop — Michael Jackson (Newmarket)
A tribute performance by George St. Kitts and his band, presented by the Town of Newmarket.
When: Friday, November 6 | 7:00–11:00 PM
Where: NewRoads Performing Arts Centre, 505 Pickering Crescent, Newmarket
Admission: $48 per seat + tax, newtix.ca
🛠️ Club 55 Keswick Marketplace (Keswick)
A community marketplace with vendors and light refreshments.
When: Saturday, November 7 | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Where: Club 55 Keswick, 130 Gwendolyn Blvd.
Admission: Free
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Explore Georgina: Local Events & Activities
Highly specific happenings for our Georgina residents.
🥣 Nourishing Possibilities (Sutton West): Thursday, 3:00–5:00 PM at The Link, 20849 Dalton Rd. Free community food program.
🗳️ New Council Takes Office (Georgina): With a largely new council — only 2 of 7 incumbents returned — watch for an inaugural council meeting announcement in the weeks ahead. The next regular Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 16, falling outside this week's window.
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The Local Hustle: Business & Growth
Where the money (and the jobs) are moving.
🏗️ Ainslie Hill Phase 1 Park and Trail Development (Sutton): The Town's project tracker shows this Sutton park and trail project was updated as of October 30 — worth watching for the next construction milestone. Check buildinggeorgina.ca for details as they post.
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What's On Tap
Your verified calendar for the week.
Thursday, November 5: Nourishing Possibilities (3:00–5:00 PM | The Link, Sutton West) — free community food program.
Friday, November 6: A Tribute to the King of Pop — Michael Jackson (7:00–11:00 PM | NewRoads Performing Arts Centre, Newmarket) — $48 + tax.
Saturday, November 7: Club 55 Keswick Marketplace (10:00 AM–3:00 PM | Club 55 Keswick) — free.
Sunday, November 8: Keswick Remembrance Day Service (10:30 AM | Stephen Leacock Theatre) — free.
Sunday, November 8: Sutton Remembrance Day Service (1:30–2:45 PM | Sutton Cenotaph) — free.
Sunday, November 8: Pefferlaw Remembrance Day Ceremony (3:30–4:30 PM | Pefferlaw Lions Community Hall) — free.
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🌤️ This Week's Weather at a Glance
MON: 16°C 📈 | 7°C 📉 (⛅ Mix of sun and cloud)
TUE: 16°C 📈 | 11°C 📉 (⛅ Mix of sun and cloud)
WED: 17°C 📈 | 10°C 📉 (☁️ Cloudy, chance of showers overnight)
THU: 15°C 📈 | 9°C 📉 (🌧️ Showers likely, 80% chance)
FRI: 11°C 📈 | 6°C 📉 (🌧️ Light rain, 70% chance)
SAT: 10°C 📈 | 5°C 📉 (☀️ Sunny)
SUN: 10°C 📈 | 5°C 📉 (⛅ Chance of a shower, 40%)
The TL;DR: Thursday is the wettest day of the week, with Friday staying damp too — if you're heading to the Michael Jackson tribute Friday night, grab an umbrella for the walk in. Saturday turns into the pick of the week, cool but sunny and good for the Club 55 Marketplace. Sunday carries a modest shower risk for the Remembrance Day ceremonies, so dress in layers and bring something waterproof just in case.
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📊 The Weekly Poll:
Georgina has a new mayor and a mostly new council — what's your reaction?
🥳 Ready for a change — new council, new energy
🤔 Cautiously optimistic, let's see what happens
📝 Wish I'd looked more closely at the ward races
🛋️ Honestly, just glad the lawn signs are coming down
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The Parent Survival Guide: Family Fun
Because the kids need to burn off that energy, too.
🥣 Nourishing Possibilities (Sutton West): Thursday, 3:00–5:00 PM at The Link — free, family-friendly community food program.
🛠️ Club 55 Keswick Marketplace (Keswick): Saturday, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM — free, family-friendly vendor marketplace with light refreshments, a relaxed Saturday morning outing.
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