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- Markham 360 E-Newsletter EP. 85 | June 28, 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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Wish you a happy and safe Canada Day long weekend! |
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Join us for a delightful community picnic at Aaniin Park on July 7 from 4 PM to 8 PM.
It's the perfect occasion to enjoy the summer with free food and shows in the park's beautiful surroundings. Fun Games and Lucky Draw are also available!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Volunteer needed! If you are interested please contact: sxie@markham.ca
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- Public Meeting Notices -
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Kennedy Road will be closed between Steeles Avenue and Denison Street on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 10 a.m. to Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. for the Taste of Asia event. |
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In celebration of Canada Day, City of Markham residents do not require a permit to set off fireworks on their private property on the day before Canada Day and Canada Day. Fireworks are not allowed on City property.
This includes parks, fields and roads. Please visit http://markham.ca/fireworks for more guidelines and safety tips.
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All recycling depot locations are closed on Monday, July 1 for Canada Day.
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Friendly reminder to property owners.
Standard tax payment due dates for the 2024 Final Tax Bill are coming up on July 5, 2024 (instalment #1), and August 6, 2024 (instalment #2). You can view, manage and pay your property taxes online at http://markham.ca/ePropertyTax.
If you don’t have an account, sign up today. It’s free!
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Let a Plastic Free July kick start your summer! Refuse single-use plastics for one month and see the difference your new habits make for your health and your wallet!
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The City of Markham is rolling out its Park and Play Fun Tour this summer!
The Park and Play Fun Tour is a free summer program for children between the ages of four and 12 that travels to community parks across the city.
The program offers a wide range of fun and engaging activities, including giant board games, mini sports, inflatable ride-on animals and much more.
As a special treat, we’ll also have an ice cream truck too.
So, grab your sunscreen and water bottle, and join us for some outdoor play.
Keep an eye out for our Park and Play Fun Tour at a park near you!
Find our next Tour stop location here: markham.ca/ParkandPlay
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Join us for Markham's Summer of Safety Series! Enjoy live demos, kids' activities, Q&A with firefighters, and win prizes.
Fun for families, seniors, and pets! Learn to stay safe and prepared.
See you there!
Learn more: http://markham.ca/SummerofSafety
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City of Markham Current Opening Position:
New Job Positions:
- Fleet Clerk
- Drumming Instructor - Aaniin Community Centre
- Curatorial Assistant - YCW Graduate Intern
For more information & job position
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Be polite and respectful of others! Markham trails are for everyone to enjoy. Cyclists, slow down, yield to walkers, use your bell and pass on the left!
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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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This is a reminder that all York Region waste depots will be closed on Canada Day,
Monday, July 1, 2024. For locations and regular operating hours, visit
http://york.ca/WasteDepots
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The Regional Municipality of York's 2023 Community Report explains how tax dollars are used responsibly to provide quality services to a diverse and growing community.
Download a copy at http://york.ca/annualreports |
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York Region Transit (YRT) News:
Beginning Sunday, June 30, 2024, YRT's multiple service changes will take effect to meet changing customer demand and traffic conditions. Visit http://yrt.ca/ServiceChanges to see if your route will be affected.
With the end of the 2023-2024 academic year, all 400-series School Special routes will be suspended for the summer. Visit https://ow.ly/KLII50SiTSH to learn more.
York Region Transit (YRT) fare changes will take effect on Monday, July 1, 2024
For more info: yrt.ca/FareChanges
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Are you in York Region’s largest business directory?
Complete the Employment Survey so residents can access your business information and come to YOU!
http://york.ca/employmentsurvey…
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York Regional Police (YRP) News:
YRP 2023 Annual Report:
https://annualreport.yrp.ca/
A 14-month investigation into the Haywan Gang known as Project Lkout resulted in 20 arrests as well as the seizure of 18 firearms and more than $2.5 million worth of drugs. For more information visit: http://yrp.ca/Lookout
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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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Taste of Asia 2024
Taste of Asia, Canada’s largest Asian festival, is an annual event organized by the City of Markham, F.C.C.M, and APMC. For the past twenty years, the Taste of Asia has been an exciting, high-energy event celebrating Canada’s diverse cultural harmony, cuisine, and culture.
Event Venue:
Streets of Kennedy & Steeles
Admission:
Free
Dates:
June 28th, 29th, 30th 2024
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Night at the Museum returns this summer on the beautiful grounds of Markham Museum.
Everyone can enjoy great, family-friendly movies under the stars.
Access to the grounds start at 8:30 PM with movies starting at 9:15 PM.
Night at the Museum 2023 Schedule:
Thursday, July 11
Elemental
presented by Don Valley North Toyota
Thursday, July 25
Wonka
presented by Don Valley North Lexus
Thursday, August 8
Kubo and the Two Strings
presented by Genesis Markham
Thursday, August 22
The Little Mermaid
presented by Don Valley North Toyota
Night at the Museum is FREE but registration is required. Learn more and register for each movie at MarkhamMuseum.ca
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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.
The Terry Fox Run has a rich history in Markham-Unionville starting in 1982 with 100 participants. Over the years, the Markham Unionville participants have raised over $1.5 million dollars for the Marathon of Hope. Last year raised over $80,000! |
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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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Congratulations to all graduates 2024 of Milliken Mills High School on the occasion of the graduation ceremony This is a momentous milestone for you to reflect on what you value most in life and pursue it with courage and determination. |
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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)
-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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