- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 135|  June 13, 2025 -
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Table of Contents:
1. Public Meeting Notice
2. City of Markham News
  • Night at the Museum
  • Main Street Unionville Restoration
  • How to reduce odours and keep pests away!
  • Markham Fire Department's upcoming info session 
  • Yonge Corridor Secondary Plan
  • City of Markham Current Opening Position
 
3. York Region News
  • Get your business on the Map
  • Report a pothole
  • YRP's News
  • Route 8 will be on detour from June 27, 10 a.m. to June 29
 
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community 
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction
- Public Meeting Notice - 
Next Development Services Public Meeting: Tuesday, June 17, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
 
All meetings are video and audio streamed on the City of Markham’s website at:https://pub-markham.escribemeetings.com/ 
-City of Markham News-

 

 

Night at the Museum's four different summer nights, bring your lawn chairs and watch a family-friendly movie under the stars.

 

These events are FREE but registration is required. 

https://www.markham.ca/arts-culture-library/markham-museum/night-the-museum-0

 

Watch the future unfold! Main Street Unionville is getting a makeover with infrastructure and streetscape improvements.

 

All businesses will remain open and parking will be available, as well as access to shops and restaurants. http://markham.ca/MainStreetUnionville

How to reduce odours and keep pests away!

 

- Wash your green bin with dish soap or simply rinse it with a hose.

 - Set it out by 7 AM

- not the night before.

- Place any excess organic material in a clear bag and set it beside your green bin.

 

http://markham.ca/GreenBin

Be part of an amazing team at Markham Fire Department! Learn more at the upcoming info session on June 18, in preparation for September’s recruitment period. 

 

Wednesday, June 18 from 6 to 9 PM Markham Civic Centre 101 Town Centre Boulevard

 

https://www.markham.ca/neighbourhood-services/fire-services-emergency-preparedness/become-firefighter

Dear Pedestrians: A friendly reminder to walk on sidewalks whenever possible.

 

If you need to walk on the street, walk facing traffic and as close to the curb as you can. Learn more safety tips at http://markham.ca/WalkingAndCycling…

Join us on June 23rd, 2025, from 6 to 8 PM at Thornhill Community Centre for a Community Information Meeting on the Yonge Corridor Secondary Plan.

 

Learn about the Yonge Corridor, project timeline and progress on the Secondary Plan.

 

Share your feedback! http://markham.ca/YongeCorridor

 

 
 
City of Markham Current Opening Position: 
 
New Job Positions:
  • Adult Cooking Instructor (All Cuisines)-Aaniin Community Centre
  • Parks Redevelopment Coordinator
  • Senior Planner, Growth Forecasting and Data Analytics (2 Years)
  • Senior Buyer (Contract until September 2027)
For more information & job position

During summer months, Markham’s Water By-law limits residential watering of lawns and gardens.

 

To learn more visit, http://markham.ca/UseLessWater

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-
Do you own a remote or home-based business?
 
Fill out the 2025 York Region Employment Survey so your business needs are included as our communities grow! http://york.ca/EmploymentSurvey
 
Did you know our crews patrol Regional roads 24/7 to identify and prioritize pothole repairs? Your feedback helps, too! Report a pothole through our Report a Problem app.
 
Make road safety a priority this summer! York Region’s Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan aims to reduce severe collisions and implement safety measures on our roads!
 
Dental issues like dry mouth, taste changes & chewing problems can occur as we age. Small changes can help with these common concerns.
 
Get tips and more info by downloading the Healthy Smiles for Healthy Aging and Healthy Eating resource at http://york.ca/SeniorsDental
York Region has become the first municipality to achieve the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Urban & Community Forest Sustainability Standard certification Thank you to Regional Council, staff and community partners committed to a more sustainable future!
 
York Regional Police (YRP) News:
 
 
 

Route 8 will be on detour from June 27, 10 a.m. to June 29, 11:59 p.m. at Kennedy Road from Clayton Drive to Steeles Avenue due to the Taste of Asia Festival.
 
Visit https://yrt.ca/en/news/8-kennedy.aspx… to see alternative stop locations.
 
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-

Markham Cycling Day

Join us on Sunday, June 15, 2025

 

NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR – Near the

Old Town Hall (96 Main Street Markham) at Robinson Street & Main Street Markham. 

 

TIME: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. 

 

Registration is sold out: https://www.markham.ca/about-the-city-of-markham/events/attend-city-event/markham-cycling-day

Dr. Shri Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan (DSNDP)’s Adopt-A-Park program.

 

Their mission is rooted in promoting a cleaner and greener environment. 

 

Location: Wismer Park, 980 Bur Oak Avenue, Markham, ON L6E 0E1

 

Dates:  26-Jul-2025

Time:09:30 am-11:30 am

 

Markham Village Music Festival

 

York Region's Largest Outdoor Music Festival!

 

  • June 20 - 21, 2025
  • Main Street Markham
  • Free Admission
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-
As the Chairman of Markham’s Culture and Economic Development Committee, I am so privileged to represent Mayor Frank Scarpitti to celebrate the launch of FlixBus’s new intercity service connecting Markham and the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area to Ottawa with 12 trips per week.
The 24th Canadian World Abacus Federation Competition & Examination Award Ceremony. This event is a true testament to the hard work of students, educators and families who believe in the power of focused learning and perseverance.
2nd Annual Fun “Learn to Play” Pickleball Session hosted by Markham Pickleball Club. Pickleball is a fast-growing engaging of tennis, badminton and ping pong, making it accessible and enjoyable for all ages and skill levels.
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 and Ninth Line intersection
Median extension
Construction starts: May 2025
Construction ends: June 2025

 

16th Avenue, from Leslie Street to Kennedy Road
Road widening from four to six lanes 
Construction starts: 2026
Construction ends: 2030

 

Box Grove Bypass north of Rizal Avenue
New pedestrian signal
Construction starts: May 2025
Construction ends: August 2025

 

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

 

Major Mackenzie Drive and Reesor Road intersection
New traffic signal
Construction starts: May 2025
Construction ends: August 2025

 

Major Mackenzie Drive East from McCowan Road to Highway 48
Road rehabilitation
Construction start: Late spring 2025
Construction end: Mid-summer 2025

 

 


Future Projects

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
Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Boulevard Markham, Ontario, L3R 9W3
 
 
Tel: (905)-948-5112 or (905)-479-7780
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