- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 142|  August 01, 2025 -
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Table of Contents:
1. Public Meeting Notice
2. City of Markham News
  • Holiday Hours (August 04) 
  • Park and Play Fun Tour
  • Got ideas about parking in Markham?
  • Doors Open Markham
  • Book your fall consultation today!
3. York Region News
  • YRT & TTC Holiday Hours (August 04) 
  • Nurse Chat
  • Protect yourself from air pollution
  • YRT On-Request Service
  • YRP's News
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community 
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction

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

 

- Public Meeting Notice - 
136 Markland Street (PLAN 25-118560) - The date of the Public Meeting has not yet been determined.
 
Next Development Services Public Meeting: Tuesday, September 09, 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-

All recycling depot locations are closed on Monday, August 4 (Civic Holiday). For hours and locations, visit: http://markham.ca/RecyclingDepot

 

Are you visiting a City facility over long weekend? Find out what's open and closed. http://markham.ca/HolidayHours

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.

 

Next: 

August 6 — Morgan Park

Address: 11 Parkway Avenue

Time: 10 AM to 2 PM

 

Learn more: https://www.markham.ca/sports-recreation-fitness/sports-recreation-programs/park-and-play-fun-tour

Got ideas about parking in Markham?

 

The City is updating its Parking and Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Standards to better manage parking for new developments, and to support better travel options for everyone. Whether you walk, bike, take transit, carpool or drive, your input will help shape how parking is planned in Markham.

 

Take the survey: http://markham.ca/ParkingTDM

Celebrate the long weekend and do the right thing! While you’re having fun in the community, remember to leave parks and trails clean and litter-free.

 

Always bring your waste home and keep Markham beautiful.

Mark your calendars! This is your chance to go behind the scenes and explore some of Markham’s most iconic cultural, historical, and educational sites. From heritage schoolhouses and restored train stations to contemporary art galleries and modern campuses, there’s something for every curious mind and family to enjoy. Learn More: http://markham.ca/DoorsOpen
 

Fall is the ideal time to plant native trees and shrubs, and spots fill up fast! Markham residents can book now to be first in line for expert support through our partnership with leaf.

 

Certified arborists will help you choose the right native trees for your yard and find the best planting locations. Secure your spot today: http://markham.ca/Leaf

 
 
City of Markham Current Opening Position: 
 
New Job Positions:
  • Commissioner, Development Services
  • Senior Manager, Infrastructure
  • Utility Inspector (12 Month Contract)
  • Applications Administrator (18 Months) – 2 Positions
  • Contract Coordinator
  • Mindful Breathing and Breathwork Instructor - Aaniin C.C.
  • Financial Analyst (Reporting)
  • Lead, GIS Data and Analytics
For more information & job position

The grass is greener in Markham. 87% of residents agree that Markham has enough green space.

 

Learn more about our 2024 Citizen Satisfaction Survey: http://markham.ca/BMFT

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-
All YRT services and TTC routes operating in York Region will operate on a Sunday/holiday schedule for the Civic Holiday on Monday, August 4, 2025. Contact Centre and Live Chat hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
 
 
First-time moms-to-be under 24 can get FREE support from a registered nurse! Our Nurse-Family-Partnership program provides info on healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding, safe sleep and more! Connect with a nurse before your 28th week of pregnancy at http://york.ca/NurseChat
Protect yourself from air pollution. Poor air quality can affect health, especially in kids, seniors and people with breathing problems. Check air quality alerts, limit outdoor activities and stay in cool, ventilated areas.
 
Breathe easier - visit http://York.ca/BePrepared
Catch basins help prevent flooding by collecting rainwater and debris. York Region crews are out cleaning and repairing them to keep roads safe and water flowing. Please slow down near work zones.
 
Learn more: http://york.ca/Roads 

Skip the stress and ride with On-Request, a flexible ride-sharing service that lets you book rides when and where you need them within designated service areas.

 

Book via YRT On-Request app or 1-844-667-5327 Visit http://yrt.ca/OnRequest

York Regional Police (YRP) News:
 
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-

Active Community Engagement (ACE)'s Park Cleanup Event:

 

Date: August 10, Sunday

Time: 9:00 AM

 

Location Ashton Meadows Park (202 Calvert Rd, Markham)

 

Register:

https://forms.gle/swqtUYsH3dbKF4cq7

The Food Investment Bootcamp by ySpace is back to help CPG and Tech startups get investor-ready Fundraising prep 1:1 mentorship F&B tailored support
 

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

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/

 

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-
Thank you to Dr. Shri Nanasaheb Dharmadhikari Pratishthan (DSNDP) for hosting the “Adopt-A-Park: Markham Park Cleanup” event at Wismer Park.
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: Late 2026

 

Leslie Street from Highway 407 to Elgin Mills Road East
Road rehabilitation
Construction start: Late spring 2025
Construction end: Late summer 2025

 

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

 

Warden Avenue south of Major Mackenzie Drive East
Culvert rehabilitation
Construction starts: Early summer 2025
Construction ends: Summer 2026

 

York Durham Line from Bethesda Sideroad to 14th Avenue
Road resurfacing
Construction starts: Early summer 2025
Construction ends: Mid-fall 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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