Markham.ca News RSS Feedhttp://www.markham.ca:80/wps/portal/Markham/AboutMarkham/NewsRoom/NewsReleases/http://www.markham.ca/images/rss/logo_Markham.gifhttp://www.markham.ca14458 May 18, 2010 Council unanimously Approves 10-year plan for sustainable leisure, learning, sport and cultural opportunities http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20100518_leisureplan July 6, 2010 Markham has acquired a 101-acre property in the northwest part of the community for a new multi-use sports park. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20100706_sportspark July 8, 2010 Markham Mayor and Council, the Hon. Michael Chan, Minister of Tourism and Culture, and community representatives celebrated the launch of Markham's much anticipated Diversity Action Plan today. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20100708_diversityplan MARKHAM, ON - July 6, 2010 - Markham has issued an extreme heat alert because of high temperatures and increased humidity. As a result, the Town has expanded the hours of operation at its outdoor pools. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/markham+issues+extreme+heat+alert+-+urges+residents+to+stay+cool Markham has taken another significant step in its goal to be a zero waste community by installing the first Big Blue Belly solar compacting recycling containers at select public spaces throughout the Town. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/markham+recycling+powered+by+the+sun MARKHAM, ON August 4, 2010 Markham has announced that it will be participating in the upcoming Power Pledge Community Challenge Day on August 11. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/100804powerpledge December 13, 2010 The Thornhill community Centre has re-opened its fitness area and arenas after repairing damage caused by a fire on December 8, 2010 http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20101208thornhillfire September 13, 2010 The National Quality Institute announced today that Markham has received a Canada Award for Excellence Silver for outstanding achievements in quality, customer service, and a healthy workplace. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20100913nqiaward March 1, 2011 Markham Council has approved its 2011 Budget with no tax rate increase for a third consecutive year. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110301_zerotaxbudget March 11, 2011 Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Markham Council extend their thoughts and prayers to the residents of Japan impacted by the series of earthquakes that hit the countrys Pacific coast. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110311_japanearthquake Video - Budget 2011 http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/videobudget2011 March 25, 2011 Markham held an official ceremony today to celebrate the completion of the new sports field complete with artificial turf and a seasonal dome at St. Robert Catholic High School. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110325_sportsfielddome March 25, 2011 Markham is one of four GTA municipalities supported by the Ontario government to host a 2011 International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Buzz Event. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110325_iffa April 6, 2011 Markham is partnering with community organizations and businesses to raise funds in support of relief efforts in Japan following the devastating earthquake on March 11 and the subsequent tsunamis and aftershocks. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110406_risingsun http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/newsreleasesfulllist May 10, 2011 Delegates from Markham, York Region, Miller Thomson LLP and York Universitys Office of Research and Innovation are leaving May 20 on a seven-day business mission to Israel. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/100510_israelmission May 25, 2011 ~ The Friends of the Markham Museum presented a grand opening gala, A Night at the Museum, at the Markham Museum the evening of May 19. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110525nightatmuseum June 15, 2011 Last night, with many guests in attendance in Council Chambers, Markham District Energy (MDE) and Markham Council recognized fourteen environmental leaders from the graduating classes of Markham high schools as the inaugural recipient http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110615_bursarywinners June 15, 2011 - As of June 15, Canada Post indicated it has ceased all mail operations during the ongoing labor actions. This action will affect the distribution of all Markham material which is normally handled by Canada Post. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110615postalstrike June 14 , 2011 Markham Councillor Alex Chiu is marking his silver anniversary, celebrating 25 years in municipal office http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110614alexchiu June 16 , 2011 Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Markham Council recognized the winners of the Mayors Seniors Hall of Fame awards at the June 14th Markham Council meeting. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110616seniorshalloffame June 24, 2011 - Markham Bollywood Extravaganza on June 18 saw thousands of visitors descend upon the Civic Centre throughout the day. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110624_bollywoodextravaganza June 23, 2011 - Markham has transformed the way we interact online with residents, following the launch today of our new dynamic and interactive portal. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110623portallaunch June 30, 2011 - Markham has taken another significant step towards achieving its goal of being a Zero Waste community by officially launching the use of Big Belly Solar Compactors in its two Heritage business areas Markham and Unionville. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110630bigbelly July 7, 2011~ Markham continued to take steps towards achieving its goal of being a Zero Waste community with the launch of its Super Mailbox Recycling Program yesterday. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110707supermailbox July 11, 2011 - Markham has issued a Heat Advisory due to Environment Canadas forecast of high temperatures over 30 degrees Celsius in the Markham area. The Markham heat advisory is in effect immediately and until further notice. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110711heatadvisory July 19, 2011 - Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti announced the appointment of Andy Taylor as Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Markham effective August 8, 2011. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110719_caoappointment July 20, 2011~ Markham has issued an extreme heat alert due to Environment Canadas forecast of high temperatures over 30 degrees Celsius and a humidex reading that is expected to reach or exceed 40 degrees Celsius in the Markham area. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110720_extremeheatalert July 20, 2011 - Markhams new Emergency Operations Centre is a 9,200 sq. ft., state-of-the-art facility featuring advanced computer, telecommunications, video surveillance and GIS mapping systems. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110720_eoc July 22, 2011- Markham continues its Extreme Heat Alert until Saturday as Environment Canada forecasts temperatures over 30 degrees Celsius and a humidex reading expected to hover around 40 degrees Celsius Saturday afternoon. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110722heatalert July 25, 2011 - Markham held an official ceremony today to celebrate the opening of its first indoor tennis centre in the Angus Glen community. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110725angusglentennis August 24, 2011 - Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Council Markham have placed a condolence book on behalf of the Town of Markham for Markham residents in the Great Hall at the Markham Civic Centre. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110822laytoncondolences August 29, 2011 - Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Markham Council extend their thoughts and prayers to the Catholic community of the Archdiocese of Toronto, and to the family and loved ones of His Eminence, the late Cardinal Aloysius Ambrozic. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110829cardinalambrozic August 29, 2011 - Markham cyclists and pedestrians now have a new 18.5 kilometre scenic pathway as Markham Council members, MPP Dr. Helena Jaczek and families celebrated the official opening of the first phase of the cycling and pedestrian pathway. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110829newcyclingroute TORONTO, September 13, 2011 Today representatives from Enbridge Gas Distribution and the Town of Markham marked the official groundbreaking of a new state-of-the-art centre. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110913enbridge The Town of Markham offers quality, recreational programs and courses, day camps, and drop-in classes in the areas of sports, fitness and wellness, swimming and aquatics, education and leisure, the arts, leadership and much more. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20110916programregistration Markham, ON - October 3, 2011 - The severe watermain break that occured at Woodbine and Esna Park Road on Sept. 27 was repaired Oct. 2. Markham opened the two northbound lanes of Woodbine Avenue before Monday morning rush hour. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111003sinkhole Be a part of governing your Town and charting our future. Send us your application to volunteer on a Town of Markham Advisory Committee or Board. It's your opportunity to use your talents and interests for the benefit of your community. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/volunteeradvisoryopportunity Markham, ON ~ October 6, 2011 - Mayor Frank Scarpitti today congratulated all the party leaders on their success in the Provincial election yesterday. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111008provincialelection Markham, ON - October 5, 2011 - Multi-Platinum recording artists and Grammy Award winners, The Pointer Sisters are bringing their sassy, high-energy I'm So Excited Tour to Markham for a Gala Performance in support of Markham Theatre Discovery program http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111015pointersistersnews October 16, 2011 - Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Markham Council extend their condolences to the family and friends of Eldred King, Former York Regional Chair and Former Whitchurch-Stouffville Mayor, who passed away on October 14, 2011 http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111016_mayoreldredking October 15, 2011 - Launch of breakthrough green technology facilitates diversion of polystyrene foam from landfill into new products http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111015_polystyrenefoamrecycling MARKHAM, ON, October 20, 2011 - Markham is thrilled to be chosen as the only location in York Region and one of two GTA locations to host the International Festival of Authors (IFOA) touring event on Friday October 21, 2011. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111021iofa Markham, ON, October 28, 2011 - Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Markham Council extend their condolences to the family and friends of Supt. Mark Grant, who passed away suddenly on October 27, 2011. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111028markgrant Markham, ON, October 28, 2011 - Markham firefighter Larry Pilkey passed away from a duty-related illness on Thursday, October 27, 2011. He passed away at his home with family at his side after a courageous battle with brain cancer. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111028larrypilkey The flu season is here. Protect yourself and your family. Get your flu shot at a York Region Flu Clinic this November at one four Markham locations: Angus Glen CC, Milliken Mills CC, Thornhill CC and the Markham Civic Centre. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111031fluclinics We recently launched our new portal website to improve your online experience with us. We're always looking for ways to improve and would like your help. Please take a few moments to answer this short survey. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111031portalsurvey November 8, 2011 ~Join Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti at the 2011 Heritage Markham Awards of Excellence presentation this Thursday, November 10, at Markham Museums Transportation Building. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111108heritageexcellence Markham, ON - November 8, 2011 - Markham was honoured with two Gold level awards from the Recycling Council of Ontario for its continued high municipal waste diversion rate of 72 percent through reduction, reuse and recycling initiatives. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111108recyclingcouncil November 10, 2011 ~ During a two-day operation in the month of October, officers from Markhams Bylaw Enforcement and Licensing unit, in partnership with York Regional Police officers, laid 57 charges against unlicensed taxis operating in Markham. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111110unlicensedtaxis Markham Transportation Strategic Plan Public Consultation Meetings give you an opportunity to ask questions and share your views on Markham's transportation challenges. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111108mtpsmeetings November 15, 2011 - On November 20, 2011 Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti, and Members of Council will be jointed by Hon. Peter Kent, M.P. and Hon. Michael Chan, M.P.P. to officially re-open Markham's Thornhill Community Centre and Library. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111115reopeningthornhillcc Markham, ON - November 25, 2011 - Join Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Members of Council as they present the 2011 Markham Building Excellence Awards. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111125buildingawards Markham, ON - December 8, 2011 - Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti presented Gary Kawaguchi, President of the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC), with a cheque for $225,000 this morning at... [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111208risingsunfundannouncement Markham, ON - December 13, 2011 - Former Olympians, Hockey Stars, International Tenor and Residents Joined Mayor and Council for Celebration on Ice... [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111210civiccentrerink Markham, ON - December 16, 2011 - Markham entrepreneur and businessman Gordon Stollery passed away suddenly while on vacation in the British Virgin Islands on Monday, December 12, 2011, at the age of 64. [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111216gordonstollery The following outlines holiday hours for Markham facilities and services during the holiday season. Follow your waste collection calendar for area pick up... [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20111223holidayhours Markham, ON - January 11, 2012 - Her Excellency Shrimati Pratibha Devisingh Patil, the President of the Republic of India, conferred the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) to the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce (ICCC)... [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120111iocc Place your tree at the curb on your regular collection day during the weeks of January10 - 20, 2012. To find your collection area... [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120116christmastreecollection January 31, 2012 - Markham is committed to excellence through continuous improvement in its services and programs for camps. Substantial progress has been made, with full plan implementation schedule before Markhams 2012 summer camps commence. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120131campactionplan Sign Up Early & Save! Register between February 6-12, 2012 to receive a 10% discount. Register in person at selected community centres or online using EZReg Online Program Registration [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120206summercampearlybird MARKHAM, ON February 7- Markham Council has approved its 2012 Budget with a 1.5% tax rate increase, well below the current rate of inflation of 2.3%. [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120208budget Spring Program Registration Dates: February 12 (drop box), EZReg online registration February 14. Spring Aquatic Registraion: February 26 (drop box) EZReg online registration February 28. Non-residents: March 6. [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120214programregistration Markham needs you to get involved in the process of governing our Town and charting our future. Town Board/Committees provide Council with a variety of diverse perspectives, specialized skills and expertise specific to their mandate. [more ] http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/volunteerboardscommitteesopportunity February 16, 2012 - Today, Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti unveiled plans for the Markham Pan Am Centre, future venue of the Toronto 2015 Pan/Parapan American Games, as part of the public consultation process. http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/Home/?page=mkm.AboutMarkham.NewsMedia.NewsReleases&urile=wcm%3apath%3a//markhamconstituentcontent/01markhamcasite/aboutmarkham/newsroom/sa-newsreleases/20120216panamcentre