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Free Online Tool Helps Residents Discover Home Heat Loss and Save Energy
Tips on keeping your home cool without air-conditioning. Click on Image to learn more. Every ray of light that enters your home turns...
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Jun 191 min read


New Community Garden
I'm pleased to announce that the non-profit Urban Farm Initiative has been selected to establish and manage a new Collective Garden in...
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May 211 min read


The Hidden Cost of Illegal Dumping How You Can Make a Difference
Illegal dumping is often dismissed as a small problem, but the reality is much more serious. It threatens our health, damages our...
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May 72 min read


Essential Guidelines for Curbside Waste Collection and Special Pickup Instructions
Keeping our community clean starts with responsible waste disposal. Understanding the specific guidelines for curbside waste collection...
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Apr 212 min read


Protect Our Parks Keep It Clean and Report Illegal Dumping Today
Our parks are essential to our communities. They offer beautiful spots to connect with nature, engage in recreational activities, and...
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Apr 212 min read


19th Avenue Railway Crossing UPDATE
If you regularly travel along 19th Avenue just west of Bayview Avenue, you’re likely familiar with the railway crossing and know to slow...
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Apr 141 min read


ECO Family Fest
In conjunction with Climate Action Richmond Hill, I hosted my first annual ECO Family Fest on October 4th , 2024. To say it was a huge...
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Apr 141 min read


UNU-INWEH moves to Richmond Hill
United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH) moves their headquarters to Richmond Hill UNU-IWEH is...
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Apr 131 min read


Kozak Park Revitalization Project
I’m happy to report that I was able to expedite the revitalization of Kozak Park and to see the completion of a new playground, concrete...
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Apr 131 min read


Great Blue Heron chosen as Richmond Hill’s “Bird Friendly City” bird
After being recognized with a Brid Friendly City certification from Nature Canada in 2023 for its efforts to support and protect birds,...
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Apr 121 min read


RH named the first “Frontrunner City” in Canada
A “Frontrunner City” is a municipality recognized for its leadership and innovative approach to implementing solutions, particularly in...
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Apr 121 min read


Happy Lunar New Year
Councillor Thompson's New Year Message
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Jan 311 min read


Happy Lunar New Year
Earlier today, I joined David West, Mayor, Richmond Hill, at Centre Court in Hillcrest Mall for Lunar New Year celebrations with The...
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Jan 251 min read
Holiday Message
Dear Friends, As we embrace the holiday season, I am reminded of the strength of our diverse community, united by shared values of...
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Dec 24, 20241 min read
Notice of Open House and Council Public Meeting - CIP-24-0001
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND SUSTAINABLE DESIGN The City of Richmond Hill is hosting a Public Open House and a...
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Jun 7, 20243 min read


June is Seniors Month
June is Seniors Month and we have several activities planned to celebrate Richmond Hill’s seniors! Join us for: Adult 55+ barbecue on...
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Jun 7, 20241 min read


D-DAY 80th Celebration
Today marks 80 years since 14,000 Canadian troops stormed the beach at Normandy to fight the battle that ultimately lead to the...
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Jun 6, 20241 min read


FREE BIKE SAFETY EVENT
The Road Watch Committee will be hosting a Bicycle Rodeo Saturday June 8th | 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Richmond Green Sports Complex parking...
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Jun 5, 20241 min read
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