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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 147| September 05, 2025 - |
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Access City of Markham Council & Committee Meetings and view a list of Proclamations at markham.ca
York Regional Council:
Live streaming of the public session of Council and Committee of the Whole meetings is available on the day of the meeting from 9 a.m. until the close of the meeting. Past sessions are also available at york.ca/councilandcommittee
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Table of Contents:
2. City of Markham News
- IndyCar Series is coming to the City of Markham
- Special Weather Statement
- Doors Open Markham locations
- Be part of an amazing team at Markham Fire!
- Bring home all the mail&flyers you receive
- Celebrate Markham Grant
- Markham Public Library is Going Cashless in 2026
3. York Region News
- Aerial view of construction of the Highway 404 road crossing
- York Region’s Circular Economy Initiatives Fund
- YRP's News
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction |
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My 2025 newsletter is now live on my website!
I invite you to take a moment to read it, which covers important updates about our city and region.
You can access the newsletter here: https://www.alanhomarkham.ca/newsletter
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- Public Meeting Notice -
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Development Services Public Meeting:
Date: Tuesday, September 09, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM
Council Chamber, Markham Civic Centre |
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#1"Phase 1 Lands" at 5000 Highway 7 (CF Markville)
The Phase 1 Lands are 3.13 ha (7.73 ac) in size and in the southeast portion of the CF Markville Mall Lands.
The Owner proposes a high-rise residential development comprised of five buildings ranging in height from 30 to 39 storeys with an approximate total of 1,881 units in Phase 1 Lands.
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#2 Markham is proposing up to 3 ARUs (4 units total) on lots zoned for single, semi-detached, or townhouses. Attend in person at the Civic Centre or online via Zoom.
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Next Development Services Public Meeting: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 7:00 PM
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The Indy Car Series is coming to the City of Markham!
From August 14 to 16, 2026, Markham welcomes the racing world, bringing the excitement to the heart of Markham Centre.
Learn more: http://markham.ca/MarkhamIndy |
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Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for our city. Strong winds can be expected throughout the day, continuing into the evening tonight. Please use caution, secure any loose outdoor items such as patio furniture, and drive carefully! Stay up to date at http://weather.gc.ca
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Doors Open Markham is back Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10 AM to 5 PM! Explore a variety of buildings across the city as they open their doors to the public - for one day only!
Doors Open Markham offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at select sites throughout Markham, including free access to buildings that typically charge admission. From cultural and heritage landmarks to innovative spaces, this is a unique opportunity to discover the stories and inspirations that have shaped our city. Doors Open Ontario is a provincewide heritage tourism program that provides free public access to unique and historically significant sites across Ontario. The City of Markham is proud to once again participate in this exciting event.
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Box Grove Community Centre
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Cedar Grove Community Centre
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German Mills Community Centre (former German Mills Schoolhouse)
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Heintzman House
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Markham Museum offices (former Mount Joy Schoolhouse)
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Markham Village Fire Station No. 97
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Markham Village Train Station
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McKay Art Centre
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Unionville Curling Club
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Unionville Train Station
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Varley Art Gallery
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Village Hive Markham at the Olde School House
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York Region District School Board’s Museum & Archives
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York University's Markham Campus
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Be part of an amazing team at Markham Fire!
Learn more at the upcoming info session.
Monday September 8th, 2025
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Markham Civic Centre 101 Town Centre Blvd
http://markham.ca/Firefighter |
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Wishing the best of luck to Markham Fire and Emergency Services’ Auto Extrication Team (Markham XT) as they head to Croatia to represent Markham at the World Rescue Challenge! This prestigious international event brings together 36 teams from 28 countries to compete in advanced rescue scenarios focusing on vehicle extrication and patient care. Your dedication to mastering life-saving skills makes Markham a safer, stronger community.
We’re proud of you—go show the world what Markham XT can do!
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Historic bronze!
Congratulations Victor Lai on making history at the BWF World Championships this weekend, winning Canada's first ever medal at the Badminton World Championships! |
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From the mailbox to your blue box! Bring home all the mail you receive. Unwanted flyers simply go in your blue box for recycling , not on the ground. If you no longer wish to receive advertising mail, Canada Post can help.
Learn more about the Consumers' Choice program at http://canadapost.ca/ConsumersChoice
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Markham Public Library is Going Cashless in 2026
Starting January 1, 2026, Markham Public Library (MPL) will move to a fully cashless payment system. This means all payments for library services—such as printing, copying, fines, and program fees—will be made through debit, credit, or other electronic methods.
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CoLab Education founder and CEO Ariella Racco always knew she wanted to be a teacher. What she didn’t know was that her career as an educator would lead to founding CoLab Education.
Full Article: https://zurl.co/mmym4 |
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Seasonal General Labour - Parks (Markham)
- Winter Sidewalk Maintenance Labourer (24 - 48 hours per week)
- Probationary Firefighter
- Aquatics Assistant – Winter 2026
- Lifeguard – Winter 2026
- Swim Instructors – Winter 2026
For more information & job position
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If you have any municipal inquiry or concern, you can send an email to our Contact Centre at customerservice@markham.ca or call 905.477.5530. |
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Aerial view of construction of the Highway 404 road crossing, showing project progress and the future connection – Video update #2, August 2025 |
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Help shape the future of York Region’s online services! We're looking for passionate community members to join an upcoming design session. Share your insights, influence the experience, and receive a small token of appreciation as a thank you for your time.
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Travelling back to school on a bike, skateboard or scooter?
Don’t forget your helmet! It’s just as important as your backpack and required by law for anyone under the age of 18. Start the school year off safely.
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Are you part of a charity or non-profit organization with a brilliant idea to reduce waste? York Region’s Circular Economy Initiatives Fund may be able to help put your ideas into motion. York Region is offering up to $25,000 to eligible projects that support a circular economy.
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
- The Regional Municipality of York Police Service Board Notice of Meeting Police Service Board A regular meeting of the York Regional Police Service Board will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025,at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be conducted both electronically and in person in Committee Room A, York Region Administrative Centre, 17250 Yonge Street, in the Town of Newmarket and live-streamed on YouTube.
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If you have any regional inquiry or concern, you can send an email to Access York at accessyork@york.ca or call 877.464.9675. |
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Want to make this your best year yet? Your Markham Public Library card is your key to homework help, enrichment programs, creative spaces, and so much more.
Here are 5 ways MPL helps students of all ages start strong and succeed all year long:
https://markhampubliclibrary.ca/blogs/post/backtoschool2025/ |
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Active Community Engagement (A.C.E.) :Milliken Mills Park Cleanup Event
📍 Location: Berczy Park North
🏠 Address:447 The Bridle Walk, Markham
📅 Date & Time: Sunday, September 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
🕣 Please gather at 8:45 AM; the cleanup will begin at 9:00 AM.
Register:
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The annual Terry Fox Run has become a classic Canadian tradition every fall with more than 650 diverse communities across the country coming together to fundraise for cancer research and join us on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at the Old Unionville Library Community Centre (15 Library Lane, Unionville) to honour Terry Fox and his legacy for cancer research.
https://run.terryfox.ca/92819 |
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Markham At The Movies Presents: A Nice Indian Boy
Flato Markham Theatre
Tue., Sep. 30, 2025 7:00 p.m.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkbyxebDrjA
Description: Naveen, an Indian-American doctor, brings his fiancé, Jay, a white man adopted by Indian parents, to meet his traditional family. Hilarity ensues as cultural customs clash and relationships are re-evaluated in this feel-good romantic comedy
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $15 (Cash Only) or online at www.FlatoMarkhamTheatre.ca. |
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If you want to share information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca |
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My office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca. |
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-Notice of Regional Road Construction- |
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For general inquiries, please contact York Region Transportation, Public Works, Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or Email: transportation@york.ca
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Regional Councillor Alan Ho
Chair, Culture & Economic Development Committee
City of Markham
Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Boulevard Markham, Ontario, L3R 9W3
Tel: (905)-948-5112 or (905)-479-7780 |
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