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The Kuntalaisaktivismia! event called on the people of Vantaa to make a difference
NewsThe Kuntalaisaktivismia! (Citizen Activism!) event took over the Vantaa Town Hall on the 30 September, 2026. The event brought together hundreds of residents to discuss civic engagement and the city’s development. Visitors had the opportunity to ask the Mayor questions directly about matters
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Information for guardians on the transferring to lower secondary school
NewsA guardian can apply for a place at a lower secondary school based on special grounds, the sibling principle or if the student is interested in weighted-curriculum education.
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Changes to Vantaa’s sports grants – new terms and conditions come into force on 1 November 2026
NewsThe reform of sports grants will clarify the different types of grant and make it easier to apply for them. The new terms and conditions will come into force on 1 November 2026. Join us to find out more and ask questions about the reform at the online grants information session on Tuesday 27 October
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Fazerintie to be rerouted from 13 October – New temporary bus stop and traffic arrangements to take effect
NewsNew temporary traffic and bus stop arrangements will be introduced on Fazerintie on 13 October as earth-cutting works begin along the street section during week 42. As a result, vehicular traffic, pedestrians, and cyclists will be directed to a temporary diversion route around the work site, and
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Fall vacation in Vantaa: art, gymnastics and culture
NewsVantaa offers diverse activities during the fall vacation from October 12–18.
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Lemmenkuja Construction Works in the Final Stage, Detour Route Remains in Use Until the End of Week 41
NewsMunicipal infrastructure construction works on Lemmenkuja have been completed, but final finishing works will continue during week 41. Due to these works, the pedestrian and cycling connection on Lemmenkuja will remain closed until 9 October 2026.
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City Executive Board discussed local detailed plans for daycare centers in Keimola and Kivistö, and for the Petikko area
ReleaseIn its meeting on October 5, Vantaa City Executive Board reviewed local detailed plans for Keimola, Kivistö, and Petikko. The board also took note of the second interim financial report for 2026 and approved land-use principles supporting economic development. These principles support business
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Vantaa's new smoke saunas at Kuusijärvi won the Finlandia Prize for Architecture
NewsThe winner was chosen by researcher of European philosophy Timo Miettinen from among four candidates nominated by the Finnish Association of Architects SAFA. The public smoke saunas at Kuusijärvi are an important place to the people of Vantaa, with architecture that blends seamlessly with the