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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 152| October 10, 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
- Holiday Hours
- Canada Post community mailboxes Blue Boxes Removal
- Hermes Creative Award
- New arena ice times are now available!
- Know What Goes Where this holiday!
- Road closure: Old Kennedy Road
- Celebrate Markham Grant
3. York Region News
- York Regional Council Highlights - September 2025
- Night paving will take place on Markland Street
- Living Snow Fence pilot project in partnership with Rouge National Urban Park
- STI testing
- Certified Public Health Inspectors Hiring
- Holiday Bus Service
- 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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Join us on Tues, Oct. 21 at 7 PM for Public Meeting #2 on Additional Residential Units (ARU).
Markham is proposing up to three additional residential units (four units total) on properties zoned for detached, semi-detached, or townhouse dwellings, up from the current limit of two additional residential units (three units total). Attend in person at the Civic Centre or online via Zoom.
Learn more: http://markham.ca/ARU
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Canada Post community mailboxes belong to and are maintained by Canada Post.
Following discussions with Canada Post, Markham will be removing blue boxes from all community mailbox sites by end of October 2025. Canada Post is responsible for site maintenance, including the clean-up of mail-related litter and waste.
Markham has experienced ongoing issues with these blue boxes such as contamination from pet waste and illegal dumping, making it difficult to properly recycle materials collected. As well as, unwanted flyers are often left behind becoming wind-blown litter in our parks and streets.
We apologize for any inconvenience and remind you to bring home all the mail you receive, unwanted flyers simply go in your blue box at home.
More information: https://www.markham.ca/neighbourhood-services/recycling-garbage/blue-box
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The City of Markham has won a Hermes Creative Award – for A Markham Milestone: 2025 Budget Book for the second year in a row!
This award recognizes excellence in the “Publication Overall” category and highlights the City's commitment to creative design and clear communication, making the budget transparent and accessible to the public.
Budget 2026 maintains our record of lowest average property tax rate increase in the GTA over two decades.
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Pick, Pay, and Play with Markham Recreation! Did you know you can rent City of Markham ice surfaces?
Whether it’s a leisure skate with friends, a shinny game, or hockey practice, our indoor rinks are the perfect spot. Rent one of the coolest places in Markham - literally! New arena ice times are now available!
Book yours before they’re gone. Learn more: http://markham.ca/Rentals |
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Know What Goes Where this holiday!
While cooking a delicious feast this weekend, remember fats, oil, and grease go in the green bin, not down the drain! Do not overload your green bin! Put excess organic material in a clear bag and place beside your green bin.
Learn more at http://markham.ca/WhatGoesWhere
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Charge Into Fire Safety for Fire Prevention Week! Charging something big like an e-bike, scooter, or power tool with a lithium- ion battery?
Do it outside. Use a flat, dry area away from direct sunlight, anything wet, kids, or tripping hazards. Also, make sure it doesn’t fall while charging. |
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Road closure notification Old Kennedy Road, from Sunrise Drive to Aldergrove Drive, will be closed from October 6 to October 20.
Detours will be in place. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Sharing is Caring! Take time to declutter this holiday weekend and make a difference by donating.
Drop off all your unwanted clothing and household textiles to any Markham textile recycling bin.
Over 165 locations across the city! Learn more at http://markham.ca/TextileRecycling
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Drumming Instructor - Aaniin Community Centre
- Winter Sidewalk Maintenance Labourer (24 - 48 hours per week)
For more information & job position
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New Celebrate Markham Grant:
Accepting applications from Sep 22 2025 12:00 PM (EDT) to Oct 22 2025 01:00 PM (EDT) |
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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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York Regional Council Highlights - September 2025 |
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Night paving will take place on Markland Street between Woodbine Avenue and Magnotta Road in the City of Markham, and on Orlando Avenue between Leslie Street and Vogell Road in the City of Richmond Hill, on Thursday, October 9, 2025. Crews will be working between the hours of 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Lane reductions will be in place. Access will be maintained for emergency services and all driveways/entrances. Signs will guide travellers. Property owners may experience noise from crews and equipment.
As with all road construction projects, work may be rescheduled due to weather.
The Highway 404 Road Crossing is a partnership with the City of Markham and City of Richmond Hill and in co-operation with the Ministry of Transportation Ontario. Construction started in 2023 and is expected to be completed in late 2026.
For after-hours emergencies, please contact York Region’s Roads and Traffic Operations Centre at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200.
For general inquiries, please contact Public Works at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000 or transportation@york.ca |
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York Region is taking a greener approach to winter road safety with the launch of a Living Snow Fence pilot project in partnership with Rouge National Urban Park, Parks Canada.
Benefits of the living snow fence include: Captures up to 12x more snow than traditional fences Conserves energy for nearby farms and buildings Provides habitat for wildlife Attracts pollinators Last 40-50 years
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Thanksgiving is just around the corner and farmers across York Region are working hard to harvest their crops.
As they move their equipment from field to field, they often use public roads. It's important that we share the road with them to ensure everyone's safety. Let's slow down, keep a safe distance and pass only when it's safe. By sharing the road, we support our farmers in their essential work!
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Summer might be ending but the cooler weather doesn’t bother ticks. Ticks can remain active until it hits 0° Celsius. Here are some tips to protect yourself and your family from Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses so you can enjoy the outdoors safely!
• Wear light-coloured long-sleeved shirts, closed-toed shoes and long pants tucked into your socks• Use insect repellent with DEET or icaridin
• Check yourself, your children, and pets after being outdoors and remove any ticks promptly
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STI testing. Your place. Your pace. Order your tests at GetAKit.ca
**A valid health card is required |
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Are you passionate about public health and community safety? We’re hiring Certified Public Health Inspectors to promote and enforce public health standards to protect our communities. You’ll play a key role in preventing health hazards and infectious diseases.
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
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York Region Transit (YRT) is conducting a travel survey in the Fairtree East Village Development to understand the community’s travel and transit needs.
The survey should take approximately five minutes to complete. Responses are anonymous.
This is a survey for residents living in the Fairtree East Village Development area shown below.
yrt.ca/kirkhamsurvey.
If you have any other concerns about YRT service, feel free to contact my office: alan.ho@markham.ca
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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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Support local. Shop small.
Discover Markham. Join MPL at the Small Business Market and explore 10+ local vendors: from handmade goods and baked treats to unique art pieces.
Oct 11 (Sat), 12-4 PM • Markham Village Branch
Link: https://zurl.co/A45q2 |
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Join us on Sunday, Oct. 19 from 1 to 3 PM at Thornhill Community Centre (7755 Bayview Ave, Markham) for an expert-led talk on safe, responsible coexistence with coyotes.
Presented by Karen Baxter, Certified Behaviour Consultant & Trainer from Unified K9 Behaviour Centre. Learn how to protect pets & understand coyote behaviour.
More info: http://ontariospca.ca/events |
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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 October 18 and 19, 2025, for its adoption weekend event. No appointments needed—just drop in and find your new furry friend!
Saturday: 10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
Let's give these adorable pets the loving homes they deserve.
Location: Markham Animal Adoption and Education Centre, 7755 Bayview Ave, Thornhill |
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Join our friends leaf Sunday, October 19 from 1 to 3 PM for a fun afternoon, planting native trees and shrubs to grow Markham’s urban forest, one tree at a time!
Registration required – secure your spot today at http://markham.ca/Leaf! Together, we can make Markham greener. |
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From Prosperity to Preservation
The Story of Little Hall, Lavenham, England
Guest Speaker: Miranda Ellison Cook
🗓 Thursday, October 23
🕢 7:30 PM
📍Heintzman House, 135 Bay Thorn Drive, Thornhill
For more information, please contact:
Valerie12Burke@gmail.com |
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Join Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti at the Annual Business Address and Luncheon.
- Connect with leaders
- Discover new investments
- Help shape the city’s future
A must-attend event for business & community changemakers.
More info: https://bit.ly/4nGucyY |
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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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I was glad to attend the 6th Annual HeCare Film Festival, which showcases a compelling collection of films that spotlight human rights and environmental issues, drawing over 3,000 submissions from around the world.
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Congrats to 105 Gibson Centre on the successful opening of the “Expression of Colours” art exhibition, which showcases the talents of 15 local artists.
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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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Current Projects
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
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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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