Millie, Markham’s Official City Mascot
Introducing Canada’s first municipal mascot, Millie the butterfly!
The City’s goal with Millie is to build connections with families and children as they work to build a life-long relationship with Markham. Millie is the host of our annual award-winning Markham-Milliken Children's Festival and also represents Markham's growth as a municipality. The several colours of Millie's wings are meant to represent the diversity of Markham's residents. Be on the lookout this year for Millie, as they will be attending various City events and programs.
Millie Facts
Mission:
Bringing people together and representing the values of hope, inclusivity and acceptance. Much like Millie’s hometown of Markham, Ontario, butterflies are known for transformation, creativity and infinite potential. Millie captures the hearts of all with mesmerizing wings adorned in a kaleidoscope of hues.
Known For:
Canada’s first municipal mascot and champion of City of Markham programs and services.
Favourite Things:
Interacting with residents and smelling flowers in Markham’s pollinator gardens.
Birthplace:
Milliken Mills Park
Markham Millie
There once was a caterpillar called Millie,
who lived in a town that became a City.
In their home of leaves and trees
they chewed as they pleased,
getting ready for their transformation.
Soon it was time to hang upside down,
so they said goodbye to their little town.
When they awoke, they fluttered and flew,
saw the comforting old and exciting new
of their home in the City of Markham.
After their happy life as a caterpillar ended,
a new one began, even more splendid!
You’ll find Millie on every page of the City of Markham’s website, in the lower right corner. Click on Millie and ask questions on a variety of topics, such as:
- Recycling and Garbage
- Property Tax
- Program registration
- Roads
- Markham Public Library
- Business support
- And more!
You can also find Millie in the Good Neighbour Handbook. It covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Property maintenance
- Waste management
- Parking
- Noise regulations
- Pet ownership
- And more!
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