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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 95| September 06, 2024 - |
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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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Reminder from YRP:
Be mindful to stop for any stopped school bus that has its red lights flashing. I
t doesn't matter if you're approaching from the front or the rear. Give them 20 meters. You can be fined $400 to $2,000 and receive six demerit points. |
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Remember to be mindful of Community Safety Zones.
Not only are they situated around schools and other areas where more driver attention is required, they also increase fines for traffic offenses. |
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- Public Meeting Notices -
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4077, 4101, and 4121 Highway 7 East.
Date: September 24 (TUE), 7:00 p.m.
In-person in the Council Chambers at the Civic Centre or remotely via Zoom.
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It’s been highly-anticipated, and many years in the making, but we’re thrilled to welcome York University’s new Markham Campus to our city!
This historic milestone marks the first university campus in York Region, and features a state-of-the-art built facility that will welcome thousands of students as they embark on their academic journey.
The first cohort of students begin their studies this week. Congrats, and good luck to all! |
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Drop off your unwanted electronics for safe, responsible recycling.
Open from 8 AM to 4 PM.
September 7 and 8 at Thornhill Recycling Depot
September 14 and 15 at Markham Recycling Depot
September 21 and 22 at Aaniin CC
http://markham.ca/eWaste
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Congratulations to the Markham athletes at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris! Marissa Papaconstantinou - 4th (T64 200m) Zachary Gingras - 5th (T38 400m) Katie Pegg - 7th (F46 Women’s Shot Put) Photos: Marcus Hartmann / Gate3
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Road safety is important for Markham residents. Join our public consultation in person and give us your feedback!
Wednesday, September 18 from 6 to 8 PM Milliken Mills Community Centre (South Hall) 7600 Kennedy Road
Visit http://markham.ca/VisionZero to learn more.
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The City of Markham welcomed the Knabenkapelle Nördlingen orchestra band, and its 69 young musicians, to perform with the Markham Concert Band at the Unionville Bandstand last Saturday.
This year we celebrate the orchestra’s 100th anniversary and the 230th anniversary of the William Berczy Settlement in Markham. Thank you to the Knabenkapelle Nördlingen orchestra band for an outstanding performance! |
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Celebrate Markham - Sports Events: April 2025-March 2026
The City of Markham is happy to support community events and programs through our Celebrate Markham Grant Program and gives funding to not-for-profit organizations in Markham.
Sports Events: $10,000 (Note: for International/World level sports events: up to $20,000) Opens Aug 26 2024 12:00 PM (EDT) - Deadline Sep 21 2024 01:00 PM (EDT)
Celebrate Markham applicants selected to receive
City funding, must provide proof of all necessary permits, approvals, insurance and other details as required by the City, prior to funds being issued.
More info:https://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/home/about/city-hall/awards-grants-funding/Celebrate-Markham/
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Mark your calendars! On Sunday, Sept. 22, the City of Markham is holding a celebration parade in honour of seven-time Olympic medallist Andre De Grasse.
Join us as we celebrate the most decorated Canadian male Olympian of all time! Stay tuned for more details.
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Starting Tuesday, September 3, there will be changes to parking access at the Markham Pan Am Centre to prioritize parking for Pan Am Centre users.
Corporate Security and By-law Officers will be managing entry to the Pan Am Centre parking lot. We appreciate your cooperation!
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Very demure, very mindful. See how we're keeping the community clean?
Leaving garbage and waste in our public spaces is NOT demure.
Let's all do our part in keeping our parks clean and beautiful for all to enjoy!
To learn more, visit: http://markham.ca/KeepMarkhamBeautiful
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Swim Instructor (Winter 2025)
- Lifeguard (Winter 2025)
- Aquatics Assistant (Winter 2025)
- Badminton Instructor – Aaniin Community Centre
- Karate Instructor – Aaniin Community Centre
- Bollywood Dance Instructor - Aaniin Community Center
- Environmental Services Outreach Specialist
- Winter Sidewalk Maintenance Labourer (24 - 48 hours per week)
- Assistant City Solicitor, Planning and General Municipal Law
For more information & job position
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Have your say and help shape the future of our cities urban forest!
Learn more and complete the urban forest management plan survey at http://markham.ca/Trees |
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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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York Region named one of Canada’s Best Locations to Invest
International recognition celebrates the significant potential of where talent and opportunity intersect
The Regional Municipality of York is ranked one of Canada’s top 20 locations to invest by Site Selection Magazine, a leading business publication covering corporate real estate and economic development.
More info:https://mailchi.mp/york/york-region-named-one-of-canadas-best-locations-to-invest?e=0065c95a41
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Should I be worried about the mpox outbreaks in Africa?
No. At this time the type of mpox that is causing outbreaks in Africa has NOT been seen in North America. Mostly, people traveling to Africa are not eligible for mpox vaccine before travel.
More at http://york.ca/mpox
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It feels good to do good. Give back to your community by volunteering at RepairCafé. Every item fixed means one more happy person and one less item wasted.
Make a difference by joining the team at http://york.ca/RepairCafe |
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Make lunchtime easier! Involve kids in planning and making their own lunches. Take stock of ingredients, plan meals and shop with a list.
Prep fruits and veggies ahead of time for healthy snacks and use leftovers for easy lunches. Learn more at http://york.ca/GoodFood
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Did you miss our in-person York Region Employment Survey?
Businesses can still put themselves on the map by taking the survey online at http://york.ca/employmentsurvey… |
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On Sat., Sept. 28, celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the York Regional Forest at our National ForestWeek Festival! Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly day. Enjoy guided walks, tours, face painting, crafts, wagon rides and more!
Learn more http://york.ca/ForestEvents
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Buses get stuck in heavy traffic too! Try this: text “YRT” and your four-digit bus stop number to 25370 (e.g., YRT ####).
Real-time info for the next few buses due at your stop will be sent back. Remember to include a space between YRT and your bus stop number. |
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
1. Two suspects are being sought following a vehicle arson in Markham. Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at approximately 9 p.m., a homeowner called to report that his vehicle was intentionally set on fire in his driveway, in the area of Edgar Avenue and Yonge Street.
The victim was able to extinguish the fire before Richmond Hill Fire and Emergency Services arrived. Video from the area shows two suspects arrive in a black Ford Expedition sports utility van (SUV) and approach the home on foot.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7241, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave an anonymous tip online at http://1800222tips.com.
2. Investigators with the York Regional Police Hold-Up Unit are appealing for witnesses and seeking suspects following a home invasion in the City of Markham.
On September 5, 2024, at approximately 3 a.m., police were called to a residence in the area of The Bridle Walk and Castlemore Avenue for a home invasion.
Read the full article here: https://yrp.ca/en/Modules/News/index.aspx?newsId=5062a609-aa7c-434a-8655-4ee5a2074cdf
3. With Operation ABC ongoing, we are taking a moment to highlight an incident that occurred in a school zone during our enforcement.
Investigators with the York Regional Police #5 District Criminal Investigations Bureau are appealing for additional witnesses after a driver was charged for Dangerous Operation while in a City of Markham school zone.
On Thursday, September 5, 2024, at approximately 3:30 p.m., a Crime Prevention officer was conducting Operation ABC (Always Be Careful) back-to-school enforcement in the area of Russell Jarvis and Rouge Bank Drives.
The suspect was observed by the officer driving in a dangerous manner, committing numerous traffic offences and driving on the sidewalk. Additional units were called to the area and the suspect was taken into custody.
Read the whole article here: https://yrp.ca/en/Modules/News/index.aspx?newsId=06401e4f-84d6-4d03-8a28-1d24ae80df79
4. The main entrance at 5 District - 8700 McCowan Road, Markham is re-opened to the public. All sidewalk construction is now completed. Thank you for your patience.
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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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Mark your calendars for September 28th, from 10 AM to 4 PM, and join us at AppleFest 2024.
What’s new this year:
- Sip and savour with Rouge River Brewing Company.
- Groove to live performances presented by School of Rock Markham, plus a headliner to be announced.
- Enjoy our newly released 500 mL Grab n’ Go bottle of fresh-pressed apple cider—perfect for cider lovers on the move.
- From interactive exhibitions and live demonstrations to hands-on workshops and the Don Valley North Trolley ride, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss out—purchase your tickets online today to take advantage of pre-event savings.
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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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We gather together fighting hunger. Thanks to the Popular Music Club, Foodymart, charity singers, donors media, and Markham Fire Services & Emergency working together to raise funds for the Markham Food Bank on September 15, 2024.
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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)
-Chair, Markham Subcommittee (City of Markham)
-Director, Housing York Inc. Board (York Region)
-Member, Audit Committee (York Region)
-Member, Accessibility Advisory Committee (York Region)
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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