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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 143| August 08, 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
- Castlemore Ave(Fred McLaren Blvd and Roy Rainey Ave) closed August 13th
- Markham Fire and Emergency Services's Summer of Safety Series
- Park and Play Fun Tour
- Call or click before you dig
- Doors Open Markham Volunteer needed!
- Book your fall consultation today!
- Fall Programs & Swimming Lessons Register
3. York Region News
- Measles Exposure Warning in York Region
- Viva purple A detour until August 22
- YRP's News
4. Community News
5. Regional Councillor Alan Ho in the Community
6. Notice of Regional Road Construction |
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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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Please be advised that Castlemore Ave, between Fred McLaren Boulevard and Roy Rainey Ave, will be closed for one day on August 13th to accommodate emergency repair work.
Detours will be in place.
Questions concerning this event may be sent to:
Email address: OCS@markham.ca
Phone number: 905-475-4714
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Markham Fire and Emergency Services is hosting its Summer of Safety Series – two free public education open houses, and you’re invited!
Meet your local firefighters, learn tips and enjoy a day out!
Saturday, August 9 from 10 AM to 2 PM (Fire Station 96) – 5567 14th Avenue
Saturday, August 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM (Fire Station 99) – 3255 Bur Oak Avenue
Learn more: http://markham.ca/SummerOfSafety
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Planning an outdoor project? Call or click before you dig! Contact Ontario One Call at least 5 days before digging, it’s free and it’s the law. Whether building a fence or planting a tree, stay safe. http://Markham.ca/HomeownerGuide
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Keep your collectors safe this summer!
- Green bins must weigh less than 18 kilograms.
- Lids must be fully closed; overloaded bins may not be collected.
- Put excess organics in a clear bag and place beside your green bin.
http://Markham.ca/RecyclingDepot |
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We’re looking for friendly and enthusiastic volunteers to help welcome guests during Doors Open Markham. You'll be stationed at one of our featured locations across the city and provide basic site information to visitors.
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Enhance your yard’s beauty, comfort, and resilience this fall with a native tree. Whether you're looking to create shade, increase curb appeal, improve energy efficiency, or support the environment, native trees provide lasting value for your home and community.
Learn more: http://markham.ca/Leaf |
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Markham Recreation offers fun, active, educational and safe programs for everyone this fall!
Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, explore a new hobby, or simply have some fun, there's something for everyone. From fitness classes to children’s programming and sports leagues, the City of Markham has you covered.
But wait, there's more! Dive into the fun with our popular swim program. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced swimmer aiming to perfect your strokes, our certified instructors will provide top-notch guidance in a safe and supportive environment.
You can start viewing fall programs and swim lessons in our online registration system on August 4. Registration begins August 12.
https://www.markham.ca/sports-recreation-fitness/sports-recreation-programs?utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=Markham_NOW_August_2025_Edition&utm_medium=email
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Markham Animal Services Officers were called to assist two orphaned baby squirrels found near Highway 7 and Wootten Way this week.
Their eyes aren’t even open yet! These little ones should still be in their nest. They’re now safe and receiving expert care at Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge, and will be released once they’re ready to thrive on their own.
If you find orphaned baby squirrels, DO NOT feed them. Rather, place them gently in a small box and call Animal Services at 905-415-7531. Let’s protect our wildlife together! |
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- IT Quality Assurance Analyst (Contract until July 2026)
- ITS Solutions Specialist
- Building Inspector II – Plumbing System Specialist
For more information & job position
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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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Public Health Notice: Measles Exposure Warning in York Region
York Region Public Health is alerting the public about two confirmed measles exposure locations related to a newly confirmed case. This case is unrelated to the previously reported case on August 1, 2025.
If you were at any of the locations listed below on the specified date and time, you may have been exposed to measles:
- Air Canada Flight AC 8881: Departed Newark, New Jersey, Wednesday, July 30, 2025 5:10 to 7:33 p.m. EST
- Toronto Pearson International Airport – Terminal 1 6301 Silver Dart Drive, Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2 Wednesday, July 30, 2025 7:33 to 11 p.m. EST.
- Watch For Symptoms Until (21 days after exposure): Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- If you were on the flight listed above (AC 8881 on July 30, 2025), visit york.ca/MeaslesReporting to complete a brief contact follow-up survey with the Exposure ID: 2025034; this will help York Region Public Health assess your risk (or those present with you) and prioritize contacts at greatest risk of becoming infected
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Viva purple A will be on detour until August 22, 2025 at University Boulevard from YMCA Boulevard to Enterprise Boulevard due to construction.
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
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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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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 |
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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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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 a great honour to represent Mayor Frank Scarpitti and present the certificate to the WushuCanada and the Ontario Martial Arts Games Organizing Committee for the 2025 International Martial Arts Festival & National Championships, held at the Markham Pan Am Centre. |
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Glad to have attended the I-Sing World Competition 2025, a community singing event that provided a platform for local talent to perform and shine! |
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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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