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Oct 4th 2025.
Dear Residents,
Welcome to fall! If you have chance, I encourage you to enjoy a hike in Milne Conservation - the autumn colours are spectacular this time of year and it looks like we will have a few more summer-like days to take it all in.
Thank you to everyone who attended the recent Community Information Meeting at the Cornell Community Centre regarding the proposed development at 9th Line & Highway 7. We had a great turnout with many thoughtful questions and comments.
The city is holding another public statutory meeting about "additional residential units" (ARU's). This is your chance to learn about proposed changes to the City's Official Plan and zoning rules, ask questions and share feedback. An ARU is an extra unit in a home, such as a basement apartment. The proposed changes would allow up to 4 units on a single lot, including the main house. Please scroll down for dates and times of the Development Services and the Public Statutory meetings.
On a more serious note, several concerning incidents (gun shots) in recent days have understandably left many of us uneasy. I am working to arrange a Community Information Meeting on safety towards the end of October or early November, pending availability of space at the Markham Village Community Centre, as well as participation from York Regional Police and Fire Services.
As we move into the season of Thanksgiving, I hope you find time to enjoy the beauty of fall, connect with loved ones, and celebrate all that we are grateful for. Wishing you and your families a safe, peaceful, and enjoyable season.
Regards,
Karen
Anything highlighted provides a link to a document or report.
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Budget 2026 Public Consultation October 9th
There will be a Public Budget Consultation on Thursday, October 9th, at 7 PM in the Council Chambers at the Civic Centre. This is your opportunity to ask questions and share feedback. I encourage you all to take a look at the budget and supporting documents available on YourVoiceMarkham |
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The city is providing an additional public statutory meeting for residents to attend and to voice their opinion on the proposed amendments to the Markham Official Plan, 2014 and various zoning by-laws that would allow up to four (4) residential units on a single lot, including the primary house, where three (3) units per lot in total are currently permitted, subject to appropriate zoning, and maintaining protections for environmentally sensitive areas (some areas will be excluded). Compliance with the Ontario Building Code, site servicing capacity, parking, setbacks, height, and lot coverage regulations would still be required.
Meetings on this topic, which you can attend in person or virtually, are as follows:
Recommendation Report to DSC - October 14th 9.30 am Agenda (condition for staff to consider additional input/modifications that arise from the Public Statutory meeting prior to adoption by Council)
Council Meeting - October 28th 1 pm.
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How to Participate in Public Meetings
All public meetings are now hybrid and live streamed from the city website. Residents can attend in person at the council chambers, or you can attend virtually. Written submissions can be emailed to clerkspublic@markham.ca by 5pm the day before the meeting. Residents who wish to speak on a topic can fill out an online request to speak form or email clerkspublic@markham.ca. If someone does not have access to email, they can call the clerk's office at 905.479.7760 on the day of the meeting to make a deputation (speak) |
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York Regional Police Home Security Day - October 4, 2025, at Home Depot
YRP is hosting a Home Security Day at the Home Depot location on 1201 Castlemore Ave, to educate the public on how best to safeguard their homes. As part of the YRP's Break & Enter initiative, Home Depot will be offering a 10% discount on crime prevention items (i.e. cameras, outdoor lighting, security film, strike plates and heavy-duty locks). YRP officers will also be on-site to help educate the public.
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Stop Dumping
Illegal dumping continues to be a problem in some areas,
with residents finding pet waste, furniture, and even lawn equipment left in public spaces. This is not acceptable.
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Do not dump garbage or large items in our parks, creeks, or neighbourhood spaces.
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Please help by picking up small waste & notifying us where it is for city staff to collect.
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Report large dumped items to customerservice@markham.ca with location and photos.
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If you witness dumping, report it to the city so By-Law Enforcement can investigate.
Let’s keep our community clean and safe for everyone.
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Join the official York Regional Police Newsletter to have news, updates and safety tips delivered directly to your inbox.
If you believe a driver is impaired, driving aggressively or displaying road rage behaviour, or poses an immediate danger to the public - report the vehicle through roadwatch.ca |
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Toronto Pearson Career Expo
Toronto Pearson will be hosting a Career Expo at the International Centre (6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON) from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, October 15th. This event will bring together more than 30 airport employers, employment service providers, and community partners to showcase the wide range of career opportunities available at Pearson. Register Now
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Comedy Night comes to the MDVA on October 17th!
The Rotary Club of Markham Sunrise presents its third annual Comedy Night featuring comedians from Yuk Yuks (minimum age 19) on Friday, October 17th, at the Markham District Veterans Association (7 Washington St) at 7 PM. Doors open at 6.30 PM. All funds raised will go to support Campfire Circle, a Canadian based charity who provide the transformational experience of a residential camp for kids with cancer or other serious illnesses. Please Click the link to purchase tickets.
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Kindred Spirits Orchestra Returns to Flato on October 18th!
The Kindred Spirits Orchestra (KSO) will be returning to perform at the Flato Markham Theatre on Saturday, October 18th. Under the direction of Maestro Kristian Alexander, KSO will open its concert season with the gala performance “Mind and Magic.” Classical 96.3FM radio personality Daniel Vnukowski will host the evening and interview acclaimed violinist Jing Ye during intermission. Purchase tickets from the Flato Markham Website or call 905.305.7469 |
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October 19th Tree Planting - Rouge National Park
10,000 Trees is planting 4000 native trees, shrubs and wildflowers this fall. On Sunday, October 19th, the organization will plant 2100 trees and shrubs at Rouge National Park. Sign Up to volunteer. There will be a free shuttle bus from Mount Joy GO Station to the park for volunteers. |
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ScaryFest is back at the Markham Museum! The 25-acre site into a ghoulishly grand Halloween town – a family event perfect for kids 10 and under! Dressing up is encouraged! The event will take place on October 25 and 26 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The tickets will be timed, so please select the time slots that will work best for you. Children under 24 months are admitted free. Click HERE to purchase tickets |
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Markham at the Movies - Penguin Lessons
Markham at the Movies (MATM) returns on Tuesday, October 28th at 7 PM with a screening of
Penguin Lessons starring Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Vivian El Jaber. Based on a true story, the audience follows a disillusioned Englishman who goes to work in a school in a divided Argentina in 1976 find his life transformed when he rescues an orphaned penguin from the beach. Tickets are $15 at the door or through Flato Markham Box Office. |
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Markham Food Bank Needs our Help
The Markham Food Bank has seen an increase in the number of families using the food bank in these challenging times. For ways to help our community please visit Markham Food Bank |
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