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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 137| June 27, 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
- Facts about firework safety
- No garbage collection services on Tuesday, July 1
- Park and Play Fun Tour
- Plastic Free July
- Markham Animal Service
- City of Markham Current Opening Position:
- Is Cool Air Leaking from your home?
3. York Region News
- Distracted driving, walking, and cycling
- Kennedy Rd. between Steeles Ave. and Denison St. will be temporarily closed
- York Regional Transit (YRT) News:
- YRP's News
- Backyard composter for $35
- Healthy Babies Healthy Children
- Pothole Hero
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction |
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Join us for a delightful community picnic at
Location: Upper Cornell Park (128 Northvale Rd.. - Northwest corner of 16th Ave. & Bur Oak Ave)
Date: July 19 from 4 PM to 8 PM.
It's the perfect occasion to enjoy the summer with free food and shows in the park's beautiful surroundings. Fun Games and Lucky Draw are also available!
We look forward to seeing you there
Volunteers Needed: https://forms.gle/Af6kpejxJ5P3ygNaA
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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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Next Development Services Public Meeting: Tuesday, September 09, 2025 @ 7:00 PM
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Family fireworks may only be set off on private property and with the homeowner’s consent.
Fireworks are not allowed on City property. This includes parks, fields and roads.
Permits are not required the day before Victoria Day and on Victoria Day, and the day before Canada Day and on Canada Day.
You will need a permit to set off fireworks on all other days. Under the Provincial Offences Act, violators may be fined up to $5,000.
More Info: https://www.markham.ca/neighbourhood-services/fire-services-emergency-preparedness/fire-permits-applications
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Road closure notification – Friday, June 27 at 10 AM to Sunday, June 29 at 11:59 PM Clayton Dr. will be closed from Kennedy Rd. to Harvest Moon Dr. for the Taste of Asia Festival. Please plan your travels accordingly.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
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The City of Markham’s Park and Play Fun Tour is back for another exciting summer, bringing free recreation and family-friendly fun to neighbourhood parks across the city.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/Park-and-Play
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Kick start a “greener” summer with Plastic Free July! Try refusing single-use plastics for just one month. It’ll make a difference on your health and the wallet.
Learn more http://markham.ca/PlasticFreeJuly
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Markham Animal Care Officers rescued an injured baby hawk found near Sherwood Forest Drive, which is a rare sight in our city! The young bird will now be taken to Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge, where it will be rehabilitated for a safe return to the wild.
We’re grateful for the quick response of our team and partners!
To report any animal related concern (domestic or wildlife) please call 905-415-7531 or email customerservice@markham.ca.
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- IT Quality Assurance Analyst
- Temporary Arena Maintenance Labourer
- Intent to Return - Arena Maintenance Labourer
For more information & job position
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Air leaks in your home may be costing you. Enbridge Gas is working with MyHEAT to provide Markham homeowners with free, personalized, cool air loss information.
See where your home could benefit from more insulation, sealing or efficiency upgrades. http://markham.ca/MyHeat |
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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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Canada Day is almost here! As roads get busier, please remember to keep your eyes on the road when driving, walking or biking!
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Kennedy Rd. between Steeles Ave. and Denison St. will be temporarily closed from 10 a.m. on Friday, June 27 to 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025 for the annual Taste of Asia Festival.
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York Regional Transit (YRT) News:
- With the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, all 400-series School Special routes will be suspended for the summer.
- On July 1, YRT fares are increasing by 3%. Fare changes help cover rising operating costs, delivering service to the Region and investments in initiatives to improve service for travellers. Visit http://yrt.ca/FareChanges to learn more.
- Effective Sunday, June 29, the afternoon trip for Route 305 – Box Grove Express will depart from Platform 11 instead of Platform 12 at Finch GO Bus Terminal.
- Beginning Sunday, June 29, late night service for Route 98/99 – Yonge Street will be adjusted. The last northbound trip departing Finch GO Bus Terminal will depart at 2:40 a.m. instead of 2:33 a.m.
- Beginning Sunday, June 29, schedules for Route 24 – Woodbine and Route 40 – Unionville will be adjusted to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions.
- Beginning Sunday, June 29, weekend service will be introduced for Route 9 – Ninth Line as a part of a one-year trial to meet changing customer demand.
- Effective Sunday, June 29, schedules for Route 3 – Thornhill, will be
- adjusted to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions.
- Beginning June 29, schedules for Viva blue, Viva purple and Viva orange will be adjusted to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions.
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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.
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
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By 2051, close to one in four York Region residents will be over the age of 65? To help support seniors, we’ve launched a new webpage for programs and services. From dental care to transit, find the information you need at https://ow.ly/irHE50W2IOt. |
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Okay… maybe not! But, you may be happy to know that you can order a backyard composter for only $35! Composting is an easy way to make nutrient-rich compost for your gardens. Price includes home delivery + tax. Order online by July 6, while supplies last http://york.ca/Compost
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We offer guidance on: Child development Parenting practices Accessing community programs Visit http://york.ca/HBHC to see if you're eligible. |
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As York Region crews are working to fill potholes, repair shoulders and make vital road improvements, please remember to drive cautiously around work zones!
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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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Experience NORTH AMERICA’S LARGEST OUTDOOR ASIAN FESTIVAL. Three BIG days of cultural events, family-friendly attractions, and Food.
Festival Location:
Streets of Kennedy & Steeles, Markham, ON L3R 0Y5
Festival Hours:
June 27th – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
June 28th – 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
June 29th – 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
More Info:https://taste-of-asia.ca/ |
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The Markham Ribfest 2025
DATES & TIMES:
– FRI JULY 4, 2025 | 12:00PM – 11:00PM
– SAT JULY 5, 2025 | 12:00PM – 11:00PM
– SUN JULY 6, 2025 | 12:00PM – 7:00PM
$5 ADMISSION, CHILDREN 10 & UNDER FREE
https://ribfestx.com/event/markham-ribfest-2025/
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Markham Cycles' Learn to Ride Program:4-week Learn to Ride program helps participants build the skills and confidence needed to ride a bike safely and independence.
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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 Cycles' Recycle to Ride Bike Giveaway is a series of bike rescue clinics where volunteers can learn bike repair and refurbishment. Bicycles fixed in this program will be given away to the community for free in monthly public bike giveaways from May to September.
https://markhamcycles.ca/programs/rtr/
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Join us on July 30 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM for a FREE outdoor Caribbean Carnival Zumba class at the Aaniin East Piazza. Don't forget to bring your athletic shoes and a filled water bottle.
Learn more: http://markham.ca/Fitness
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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
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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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It was glad to attend the Tamil Canadian Centre Civic Action's Ontario Tamil Seniors Appreciation Event, a special evening dedicated to honouring the invaluable contributions of Tamil seniors.
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Congratulations to Hong-Kei Fitness Dance Club on the occasion of their 28th Anniversary |
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Markham Village Music Festival June 20-21, 2025. The largest Music Festival in York Region.
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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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