- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 115|  January 24, 2025 -
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Table of Contents:
  1. Public Gathering Notices
  • Special Meeting of Council to introduce our Official Plan Review Project
  • Public Meeting - 5933 14th Ave Markham 
2. City of Markham News
  • City of Markham's Pet Adoption Weekend
  • Attention Markham Pet Owners!
  • Cornell Centre Secondary Plan
  • City of Markham’s Transportation Master Plan Pop-up events
  • Commercial Façade and Designated Heritage Property Grant Programs
3. York Region News
  • York Regional Police (YRP) News
  • Options for Non-urgent Care
  • Plan Your Baby’s First Dental Visit by Their First Birthday
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community 
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction
- Public Meeting Notices - 

The City of Markham is hosting a Special Meeting of Council to introduce our Official Plan Review Project on January 23 at 7 PM at the Markham Civic Centre.

 

Come together to ensure Markham remains a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive city. Learn more: http://markham.ca/OPR

 

5933 14th Ave Markham 

 
Date: Tuesday, Feb 04, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
 
Place: Council Chambers at the Civic Centre or remotely via Zoom. 
 
More Info: PDF
More Info: Markham.ca
All meetings are video and audio streamed on the City of Markham’s website at:https://pub-markham.escribemeetings.com/ 
-City of Markham News-
Join us for the City of Markham's Pet Adoption Weekend in partnership with the Ontario SPCA!
 
The Markham Animal Adoption and Education Centre will be open January 25 and 26, 2025 for its adoption weekend event. 
 
No appointments needed. http://markham.ca/AnimalAdoption

Attention Markham Pet Owners! With the extreme cold weather, please ensure your pets are safe and warm indoors. Prolonged exposure to the cold can be harmful to our furry friends.

 

Stay safe and keep your pets cozy!

Join us on February 5th from 6 to 8 PM at the Cornell Community Centre for a Community Information Meeting on the Cornell Centre Secondary Plan update.

 

Learn about the purpose, goals, timeline, and progress of the Secondary Plan. More details: http://markham.ca/CornellCentre

Winter can be unpredictable. Are you ready?

 

Have an Emergency Car Kit (flashlight, booster cables, vehicle fluids, non-perishable food, bottled water, shovel, & more) in your vehicle, so you are prepared for the unexpected. 

 

For more winter tips visit: http://markham.ca/AreYouReady

Join us to learn more about the City of Markham’s Transportation Master Plan! The plan will provide a blueprint for improving and expanding transportation options for everyone, whether you walk, bike, use public transit, drive, or explore new ways to travel.
 
The City of Markham is holding four pop-up events this winter. 
 
– Feb 7, 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM, Cornell Community Centre 
– Feb 8, 2 to 4 PM, Markville Mall
– Feb 9, 2 to 4 PM, Angus Glen Community Centre
– Feb 10, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, Thornhill Community Centre
 
Come provide your feedback and help shape the future of transportation throughout the City! Learn more: http://markham.ca/MarkhamTMP

Do you live in a heritage home or operate a business in Markham that needs restoration?

 

We are accepting applications for our Commercial Façade and Designated Heritage Property Grant Programs. Deadline to apply is April 4.

 

Learn more: http://markham.ca/Heritage

 
 
City of Markham Current Opening Position: 
 
New Job Positions:
  • Licensed Fleet Technician
  • Camp Counsellor – Varley Art Gallery – March Break
  • Public Services Assistant
  • Summer Student, Asset Management
  • Fire Prevention Officer
 
For more information & job position

For the fifth consecutive year, the City of Markham has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers 2025. The City of Markham is ranked 2nd among municipalities in Canada and 12th overall for Government Services. 

 

Learn more: https://bit.ly/40t1OpH

 

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. 
-York Region News-
The Regional Municipality of York is recognized by Forbes on its list of Canada’s Best Employers 2025 for the fifth consecutive year.
 
Learn more:
 

If your primary care physician is unavailable, here are some options for non-urgent care:

 

 Call Health811 (24/7)

 Walk-in clinic or pharmacy

 Virtual Urgent Care

 Children’s Care Clinics

 

Learn more: https://york.ca/newsroom/news/need-non-urgent-care-know-your-health-care-options…

 

Have questions about nutrition? Is your child a picky eater? We offer FREE virtual appointments to pregnant individuals and parents with children up to 6 years of age with a registered dietitian!
 
Book an appointment today! http://york.ca/NurseChat

Let’s celebrate the beauty of winter. When snow falls, remember to shovel early and often if you are able. This way the sun can melt any ice and you won’t need to use as much winter salt. http://york.ca/SaltResponsibly

Get ready for a lifetime of healthy smiles! Good dental health starts early. Plan your baby’s first dental visit by their first birthday. If you can’t afford dental care for your child they may be eligible for free dental coverage through the Healthy Smiles Ontario dental program. Learn more at york.ca/Dental
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.
-Community News-
Join our CRA Tax Info Session to stay ahead of your taxes and ensure your business is compliant.
 
Time and Date: Thursday, February 6th, 2025 @ 9:30am (Online) https://zurl.co/bufWe
 
On Saturday, February 8 at Flato Markham Theatre, the Kindred Spirits Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Kristian Alexander will present ‘Rhapsody in blue’ by Gershwin, ‘The Poem of Ecstasy’ by Scriabin and ‘Valses nobles et sentimentales’ by Ravel Classical 96.3FM radio personality Daniel Vnukowski will be hosting the concert and speaking with the acclaimed pianist Michael Berkovsky during the intermission. 
 
More infor at FlatoMarkhamTheatre.ca or (905) 305-7469.
If you want to share information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca
-In the Community-
My office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca.
-Notice of Regional Road Construction-

 

Current Projects

 

16th Avenue, from Leslie Street to Kennedy Road
Road widening from four to six lanes 
Construction starts: 2025
Construction ends: 2030

 

Donald Cousens Parkway at 14th Avenue
Donald Cousens Parkway at Copper Creek Drive
Intersection improvements
Construction starts: Summer 2024
Construction ends: Fall 2024

 

Highway 404 Road Crossing North of 16th Avenue
Construction of a new bridge to link Orlando Avenue with Markland Street
Construction starts: Summer 2023
Anticipated completion: Early 2026


Future Projects

16th Avenue from Leslie Street to Warden Avenue
Road widening from four to six lanes 
Construction starts: 2025

 

Kennedy Road from North of Highway 407 to Highway 7
Road widening to accommodate Bus Rapid Transit facilities
Construction starts: 2026

 

McCowan Road from 14th Avenue to Highway 7
Road widening from four to six lanes, including Transit-HOV lanes
Construction starts: 2028

 

Ninth Line from Steeles Avenue to Fieldside Street
Road widening from two to four lanes
Construction starts: 2025

 

For general inquiries, please contact York Region Transportation, Public Works, Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or Email: transportation@york.ca
For more information: york.ca/roadconstruction
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)
 
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