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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 57 | December 15, 2023 - |
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Access City of Markham Council & Committee Meetings and view a list of Proclamations at http://markham.ca
York Regional Council at
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We are grateful for your generous support of the Markham Helping Hands 2023 food bank drive event.
We feel fortunate to have the support of our fire service team, local supermarkets, and residents who have contributed by donating and delivering food items to support the Markham Food Bank.
Once again, thank you for your charitable contribution. |
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Due to the increasing break-and-enter incidents, car thefts, and carjacking cases recently, Regional Councillor Alan Ho requested the York Regional Police to install cameras at major intersections to monitor and record the passing of cars for further investigations should there be crime take place at the York Regional meeting held on December 7.
The York Regional Police Chief has agreed to initiate a pilot program and will discuss with the Privacy Commissioner to address the privacy issue.
More details will be communicated shortly. Please provide your feedback to alan.ho@markham.ca
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Join us on December 20, 2023, at 7 PM for a crime prevention meeting hosted by Regional Councillor Alan Ho and Ward 2 Councillor Ritch Lau, with the support of York Regional Police Brian Hinds.
We will share crime prevention tips, discuss crime reporting, provide an update on the police camera pilot program and a Q&A session involving councillors, officers, and residents.
Date: December 20, 2023
7 PM - 9 PM
Location: Markham Civic Centre,
Canada Room
Address: 101 Town Centre Blvd, Markham
In-person only |
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Regional Councillor Alan Ho's Video:
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Road Closure:
Southbound lanes on Allstate Pkwy. from Centurain Drive to Cul-de-Sec will be closed as of Dec 15, 3 PM and will reopen Dec 16 at 2 AM.
Northbound lanes will not be affected.
Officers will be on-site to maintain the flow of traffic.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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The Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink is scheduled to open December 1, 2023 to March 17, 2024 (weather permitting).
Be sure to check back frequently for status updates! |
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The OVIN Demonstration Zone, funded by the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN), is a living lab where you can test and showcase your automotive and smart mobility solutions in a real world environment.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/3Np2OW6
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Renovating your bathroom? Improving your fixtures may save you money on your water bill.
Here's how:
• Install an aerator on your faucets
• Replace old toilets with water efficient ones
• Install low flow showerheads
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The City of Markham's 2024 Recycling and Garbage Collection Schedule is available online.
Check your schedule at markham.ca/collectionschedule, remember to sign up for weekly reminders and collection alerts!
Are you wondering What Goes Where?
Learn how to handle your unwanted items with Markham’s online waste sorting tool.Access at markham.ca/whatgoeswhere or download the Markham Mobile app available on the Apple App store or Google Play. If we don’t have your item listed, let us know with the suggestion link on the webpage.
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Planning a night-time walk during the winter months? Remember, it’s darker earlier.
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Happy Holidays from the City of Markham's Economic Development team!
Be sure to check out our December newsletter for upcoming opportunities in the new year!
Read: https://zurl.co/maz8
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Get ready to score big and spike your way into the new year with Markham Sports Leagues!
Registration for the highly anticipated 2024 winter season is now open for adult basketball and volleyball. The deadline to join is December 20th.
Learn more: markham.ca/Leagues |
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Protect your pipes from freezing or bursting this winter!
Follow these steps to shut-off your outdoor water supply:
1.Shut off each outdoor water valve from inside
2.Open outdoor taps to allow water to drain out
3.Disconnect and drain garden hoses and nozzles
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Help us make sure every kid has toys this holiday season! Donations may be dropped off at any Markham Fire Station and the Markham Civic Centre.
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Head Skating Instructor - Thornhill
- K-Pop Dance Instructor - Aaniin Community Center
- Bollywood Dance Instructor - Aaniin Community Center
- Senior Manager, Employee & Labour Relations and Health & Safety
- Senior Manager, Learning and Organizational Development
- Camp Supervisors – Theatre March Break Camps
- Camp Director – Theatre March Break Camps
- Camp Counsellor – Theatre March Break Camps
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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Ride shotgun with officers conducting targeted enforcement as part of Operation Auto Guard, a seven-week project that resulted in 56 people charged with 294 arrests.
Eighty vehicles were recovered, worth more than $5 million. Theft devices used by thieves were also seized. Learn more at yrp.ca/AutoGuard |
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York Region has completed a municipal class Environmental Assessment Study for improvements to Kennedy Road from Major Mackenzie Drive to Elgin Mills Road in the City of Markham.
The ESR will be available for review and download at york.ca/WardenKennedyStudy beginning Thursday, December 14, 2023 for a 45-day review period.
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Our Adult Day Programs help seniors and adults with disabilities continue to live in their own homes, by providing supportive programs and activities.
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Shout-out to all who donated a bike to recycle to ride, a partnership with Markham Cycles and newmarket cycles. Thanks to you, 299 bikes were collected, 244 were fixed and given a new life at these bike rescue clinics.
Learn more at http://york.ca/CircularEconomy |
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Do you know that rice rusks & food puffs are highly processed food products? They have little nutrition & don't help teach your baby about chewing & textures. Try to offer soft pieces of table food, instead.
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To help limit your waste while celebrating the upcoming holidays, York Region has put together our favourite tips for gift giving, festive fashions and party planning at http://york.ca/NewsRoom |
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How does YRT’s upcoming Fare Capping Program work? Each time you pay a YRT fare using your PRESTO card, it will track the number of trips and automatically stop charging you after a certain number of trips in the calendar month.
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Shop locally in York Region for all your gifting needs this holiday season.
Explore shops near you at http://york.ca/shoplocal |
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Youths charged in Provincial Carjacking Task Force investigation in Markham.
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Beginning Sunday, December 24, 2023, and Sunday, January 7, 2024, multiple service changes will take effect to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions, including updated schedules for the holidays.
Visit http://yrt.ca/ServiceChanges to see if your route will be affected. |
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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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-Notice of Regional Road Construction- |
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Current Projects
16th Avenue and Kennedy Road
Notice of Construction
Construction starts: April 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
16th Avenue and York Durham Line
Intersection Improvements
Notice of Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: August 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
Highway 404 Road Crossing North of 16th Avenue
Construction of a new bridge over Highway 404 to link Orlando Avenue with Markland Street
Construction starts: Summer 2023
Leslie Street and Minthorn Boulevard
Intersection Improvements
Notice of Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: August 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
McCowan Road and Carlton Road/Raymerville Drive
Intersection Improvements
Notice of Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: August 2023
Construction ends: December 2023
Future Projects
Cedar / Red Cedar Avenue
Connecting Langstaff Road and High Tech Road
Construction Starts: 2024 |
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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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Speeding is an ongoing issue I have been working hard to tackle, and I continue to partner with York Regional Police (YRP) to deter this behaviour.
In addition, my office has “slow down” signs. If you are interested, kindly contact me at alan.ho@markham.ca. |
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Register your child for Winter Break Pottery Camp before space runs out! We've got offerings for children aged 7 to 16, from December 27 to 29, and from January 2 to 5.
Learn more at http://MarkhamMuseum.ca
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Date: January 9, 2023
Time: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Price: Free
Register
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Date: February 13, 2024
Time: 10 AM to 12 PM
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Price: Free
Register
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Date: February 15, 2024
Time: 10 AM to 12 PM
Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)
Price: Free
Register
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If you want to share your opinion or community event information with Regional Councillor Alan Ho's weekly E-newsletter, please contact us at sxie@markham.ca |
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Regional Councillor Alan Ho
-Chair, Culture & Economic Development Committee (City of Markham)
-Chair, Markham Subcommittee (City of Markham)
-Director, Housing York Inc. Board (York Region)
-Member, Audit Committee (York Region)
-Member, Accessibility Advisory Committee (York Region)
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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