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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 80 | May 24, 2024 - |
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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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Warden Avenue will be closed between Highway 7 and 16th Avenue and 16th Avenue between Warden Avenue and Kennedy Road on Sunday May 26, 2024, from 5 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the Shopper Drug Mart Run for Women 2024 event.
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- Public Meeting Notices -
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Bahá’í National Centre and Temple at 7015,720 and 7290 Leslie Street. (PLAN 22 262723)
Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7pm.
In-person in the Council Chambers at the Civic Centre or remotely via Zoom.
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Traffic calming study along Carlton Rd. between Kennedy Rd. & McCowan Rd.
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 6–8 PM Markham Civic Centre – (Canada Room)
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Road closure notification – May 21 to June 26, 2024 University Blvd. will be closed from Enterprise Blvd. to YMCA Blvd. for construction.
Detours will be in place. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Spotted! Litter at one of our parks at Elgin Mills & Woodbine. Don’t be a jerk.
Do your part to help keep our City beautiful. If you can’t clean up after yourself while enjoying our public, shared spaces, stay home.
Photo courtesy of Reddit, r/Markham. |
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Plant tress for less! Our partner LEAF makes planting the trees a breeze with their subsidized planting program. Markham residents get:
- Certified arborist consultation
- Tree recommendations
- Full-service planting/delivery
- Care advice
Details: http://bit.ly/4bDSUcD
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It’s been a milestone 40 years and counting where IBM Canada has called Markham home. The company recently announced the expansion of its Technology Expert Labs here.
Thank you IBM for your continued commitment to our City. Read more: http://bit.ly/3QXcyIG
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Let’s get building! Markham Museum’s new, interactive exhibition, Markham Community Makers, has fun with modern do-it-yourself.
Makers are the new generation of do-it-yourself culture.
Meet some of Markham’s Makers, of both the digital and analog realms. Then test your own design skills and engineering talents as you fashion structures using KEVA blocks.
See what the Makers have in store!
For more details, please visit MarkhamMuseum.ca
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This is your chance to get in on the action! Doors Open Markham takes place June 8, and we are looking for volunteers to join us as our Doors Open Ambassadors.
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Doors Open Markham returns on June 8, 2024 from 10 AM to 5 PM! Featuring locations that are often not open to the public and offers you the opportunity to explore Markham’s unique and sometimes hidden architectural treasures.
Plan your adventure, visit http://markham.ca/DoorsOpen
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In our commitment to growing our communities, we introduced the City’s Housing Pledge with a Promise in 2023 – supporting the Province in building 44,000 new homes in Markham over the next 10 years!
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Register for summer recreation programs and swimming lessons! Enjoy hundreds of fun, safe and educational programs and activities for all ages. View programs and swim lessons today. Registrations opens June 4.
Learn more: http://markham.ca/Recreation
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Do you have any used board games or jigsaw puzzles at home that are still in good condition but no longer needed? You can donate them to MPL’s Big Book Sale to help us raise funds to support the library. |
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- CPA Associate (2.5 year contract)
- Notifications Officer (18 month contract)
- Accessibility Specialist
- Supervisor, Community Program - Group Fitness
- Senior Business Development Officer (12 months)
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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One tonne, or 6,000 disposable diapers, is the average amount a baby uses in their first two years! Choose cloth diapers. One cloth diaper can replace 235 disposable diapers.
You may qualify for our $100 cloth diaper rebate. Apply today at http://york.ca/ClothDiapers |
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Happy Paramedic Services week to all of our York Paramedics! Thank you to everyone who attended the open house on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. What a fun-filled event!
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We’re thrilled to announce the 2024 Everyday Guide. Discover 150 kms of scenic trails. Includesdetailed trail maps, new features and sections, information on local flora and fauna and safety tips and etiquette.
Forest100 Download yours ---> https://york.ca/media/119521 |
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Some of the nastiest things in this stall are in your vape.
Vaping can damage your lungs. Don’t get sucked in. Get the facts and make an informed choice about vaping and your health. Visit http://york.ca/VapeFacts |
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Your opinion counts! We’re looking for feedback on service changes being planned for 2025. Your feedback plays an important role in improving transit in York Region.
From May 5 to June 8, 2024, you can submit feedback online through our interactive map or in-person at our events. Visit http://yrt.ca/TransitPlan to learn more! |
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The York Regional Forest is 100! Come celebrate this growing legacy with us and discover what the Forest has to offer with exciting, free activities and events for people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities.
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Order a rain barrel from Windfall Centre. You can use rain water instead of tap water to: Water your garden, grass and indoor plants, Clean outdoor furniture and tools and Moisten your compost bin when it’s drying up --- Order before June 14 at https://ow.ly/maZ150RzOAW |
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Hey RV owners and renters! Just a reminder that York Region Waste Depots do not offer sewage disposal services for recreational vehicles or trailers. Before heading out, check if this service is offered at your campground or somewhere close by. |
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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
14th Avenue and York-Durham Line
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
16th Avenue and Kennedy Road
Notice of Construction
Construction resumes: May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
Donald Cousens Parkway from 14th Avenue to Highway 407
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
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: Early 2026
Ninth Line, Donald Cousens Parkway to Main Street
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Late May 2024
Construction ends: July 2024
Warden Avenue from Elgin Mills Road to south of Stouffville Road and from Bloomington Road to Vivian Road
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Mid-June 2024
Construction ends: August 2024
Woodbine Avenue from Major Mackenzie Drive to south of 19th Avenue
Road Preservation
Construction starts: Mid-June 2024
Construction ends: August 2024
Upcoming Projects
Enterprise Boulevard and Rouge Valley Drive
Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: 2024
Highway 7 from Ninth Line to Donald Cousens Parkway
Road rehabilitation and intersection improvements
Construction starts: 2024
York Durham Line from Steeles Avenue to 14th Avenue
Road preservation
Construction starts: 2024
Warden Avenue north of 16th Avenue
Culvert rehabilitation
Construction starts: 2024
Woodbine and Esna Park in City of Markham
Intersection Improvements
Construction starts: 2024
Future Projects
16th Avenue from Leslie Street to Warden Avenue
Road widening from four to six lanes
Construction starts: 2025
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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Congratulations to all the performing artists of Celestik Drama Club such a great success tonight.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful support for CICS. Look forward to another drama soon. |
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Thanks to the CEFS Centre for organizing the Gardening Festival to "Make Markham Beautiful Together". |
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Glad to attended the celebration of the Asian Heritage Cultural event hosted by MWBI, Mind Challenge Club, and Canada Multicultural Community Centre. |
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Delighted to attend the Master Tam Shek Wing 90th Birthday Joint Art Exhibition hosted by the Ontario Chinese Artists Association. |
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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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Regional Councillor Alan Ho's Video:
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Looking to start your own business or need some advice?
Sign-up for a FREE one-on-one consultation with one of our expert advisors and let us help you bring your business to the next level!
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Celebrate National Public Works Week with interactive displays, trucks and equipment, children’s activities and a barbeque lunch in support of local charities.
Saturday, May 25, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 90 Bales Dr. E. in the East Gwillimbury http://york.ca/PublicWorks |
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Join us for a celebration of inclusivity and accessibility at the Unionville Public Library!
This event aims to raise awareness about accessibility issues and promote a more inclusive community. Through a moderated panel discussion, this event will focus on showcasing the stories of keynote speakers from visual artists, theatre performers, and musicians.
Come meet other members of the community and help create a more accessible future for all! Catering and refreshments provided!
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Looking to elevate your business using AI? Find out how by joining our FREE workshop to see how AI can help boost productivity, automate processes, and help set your company stand out!
Register: https://zurl.co/fYXG |
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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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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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