E-News – May 2, 2025
From the Desk of Mayor David West May E-Newsletter 2025 Dear Neighbours, In the wake of the Federal election, I am thinking a lot about our nation and what it means to be Canadian. Perhaps you are having similar thoughts? After reflection, I believe that we ALL care deeply about our country, and that by […]
E-News – April 4, 2025
From the Desk of Mayor David West April E-Newsletter 2025 Dear Neighbours, With the changing season, we often feel a surge in energy and tackle our projects with renewed enthusiasm. I can say that my efforts are 110% directed towards building a strong and vibrant Richmond Hill. From building our community with my Member Motion […]
Mayor West’s Statement on Tariffs
Tariff Response Resources
Richmond Hill’s Newest Destination Park: Dave Barrow Civic Square Park
4/1/2025 7:26:39 AM A gathering place on the Hill to bring our community together Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill Council has approved the Dave Barrow Civic Square Park Plan, setting in motion the building of the city’s newest destination park. Located in the heart of the city, near the Central Library at the southwest […]
E-News – March 1, 2025
From the Desk of Mayor David West February E-Newsletter 2025 Dear Neighbours, Municipalities are such an important part of our Canadian political structure in my opinion because they are in close, daily contact with the tax payers and voters. Broad sweeping decisions impacting all of Canada and the global stage are felt strongly at the […]
Richmond Hill Mayor David West Joins OBCM Executive
Richmond Hill Mayor David West Joins OBCM Executive Ontario Big City Mayors’ elects Mayor West Treasurer Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill Mayor David West was elected Treasurer by the Ontario Big City Mayors’ Caucus (OBCM) at its meeting on Friday, February 7, 2025. Mayor West joins the OBCM Executive Committee immediately for a term ending […]
E-News – February 7, 2025
From the Desk of Mayor David West February E-Newsletter 2025 Dear Neighbours, Municipalities are such an important part of our Canadian political structure in my opinion because they are in close, daily contact with the tax payers and voters. Broad sweeping decisions impacting all of Canada and the global stage are felt strongly at the […]
Trump’s Tariff Threats
Reflections on 2024
Happy New Year Richmond Hill! This is a time of year where we pause to reflect on the year that is past and look forward to the year ahead of us. This video reflects some of my thoughts on what we accomplished on the road behind us and what we have to look forward to […]
E-News – January 3, 2025
From the Desk of Mayor David West January E-Newsletter 2025 Dear Neighbours, Happy New Year! I would like to extend my warm wishes of good health and happiness to you for the year ahead. I will be delivering these wishes in person at my inaugural New Year’s Levee on Saturday January 11, 2025. A Levee […]
Happy New Year Richmond Hill!
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Holiday Greetings
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Mayor West Tables the 2025 Budget for the City of Richmond Hill
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Richmond Hill Adopts Budget 2025 – The City’s Budget is Your Budget
Richmond Hill Adopts Budget 2025 The City’s Budget is Your Budget RICHMOND HILL – Today, Mayor David West’s 2025 Budget was adopted to establish a path for essential investments for the safety of our community and to help ensure the City has the right infrastructure in place for our growing community. The budget was developed […]
CITY OF RICHMOND HILL AND CUPE 905 RATIFY RENEWAL COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT
NEWS RELEASEFor immediate release CITY OF RICHMOND HILL AND CUPE 905 RATIFYRENEWAL COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill is pleased that a renewal collective agreement with CUPE 905, the union representing more than 200 of our employees, has been ratified. This three-year collective agreement ends the CUPE 905 labour disruption. The […]
E-News – December 6, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West December E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, As 2024 comes to a close, it is remarkable to reflect on all we have achieved together. Everyday, I witness acts, both big and small, that remind me how fortunate I am to serve in Richmond Hill. The efforts by the community to […]
Statement from Mayor David West: Return to Bargaining
NEWS RELEASEDecember 5, 2024 STATEMENT FROM MAYOR DAVID WEST: RETURN TO BARGAINING The City of Richmond Hill’s CUPE 905 represented employees have been on strike for two weeks.While the City has been able to provide many key services during this time, we believe the time has come for our valued employees to return to work. […]
Statement from Mayor David West: Labour Disruption
Remembrance Day Address 2024
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Richmond Hill and United Nations University Partner on Sustainability Initiatives
November 10. 2024 Richmond Hill and United Nations University Partner on Sustainability Initiatives New partnership agreement supports advancement of the City’s environmental goals RICHMOND HILL – Earlier today, Richmond Hill’s Mayor David West welcomed the Rector of the United Nations University (UNU) and the United Nations Under-Secretary-General, Prof. Tshilidzi Marwala, where they announced a […]
Working Together to Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths
November 6. 2024 Working Together to Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths Enbridge Gas teams up with Richmond Hill Fire and Emergency Services through Safe Community Project Zero RICHMOND HILL, ON, November 6, 2024 – Today, Enbridge Gas Inc. (Enbridge Gas) and Richmond Hill Fire and Emergency Services (RHFES) announced they are working together […]
E-News – November 1, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West November E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, It has been another busy month in Richmond Hill and I have been happy to meet so many residents at local events. Thank you for taking the time to attend and to get involved in your city. It has been my pleasure to […]
Special Edition – State of the City Address
From the Desk of Mayor David West Special Edition E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, On October 8, I was delighted to share my Annual State of the City address at the Richmond Hill Board of Trade luncheon with a sold out crowd of our Richmond Hill business owners, entrepreneurs, and community partners. The theme, ‘Stronger Together: […]
CELEBRATING THE INNOVATIVE CONTRIBUTIONS OF SMALL BUSINESSES IN RICHMOND HILL
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT October 8. 2024 CELEBRATING THE INNOVATIVE CONTRIBUTIONSOF SMALL BUSINESSES IN RICHMOND HILLJoin us for a variety of workshops and events October 19-25 RICHMOND HILL – Are you a small business owner in Richmond Hill? The City is marking this year’s Small Business Week with a week-long series of free webinars, workshops and […]
E-News -October 4, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West October E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, Fall is here and with it there are new and exciting opportunities to enjoy our City and participate in shaping it. The City of Richmond Hill wants to hear from you, the residents, on many important topics. Most of these surveys take a […]
6 PLACES TO ENJOY VIBRANT FALL COLOURS IN RICHMOND HILL
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT October 3. 2024 6 PLACES TO ENJOY VIBRANT FALL COLOURS IN RICHMOND HILL RICHMOND HILL – Fall is here and Richmond Hill will soon be ablaze with incredible orange, red and yellow autumn hues. Whether you’re in search of your next Instagram-worthy shot or just looking to connect with nature, we’ve got […]
PROPOSED NEW PARK AT YONGE AND MAJOR MACKENZIE
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT October 3. 2024 PROPOSED NEW PARK AT YONGE AND MAJOR MACKENZIEJoin us at an open house and take a survey to share your ideas on creating a gathering place on the hill RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill plans to build a new park at the southwest corner of Yonge […]
YOU’RE INVITED! FIRE PREVENTION OPEN HOUSE – OCTOBER 5
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT September 27. 2024 YOU’RE INVITED! FIRE PREVENTION OPEN HOUSE – OCTOBER 5 Enjoy fun activities for all ages and learn essential fire safety tips RICHMOND HILL – Join Richmond Hill Fire and Emergency Services (RHFES) along with Sparky the Fire Dog for a free event celebrating Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12). […]
RICHMOND HILL COMMEMORATES THE NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION
NEWS RELEASE September 23, 2024 RICHMOND HILL COMMEMORATESTHE NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION City will raise the Every Child Matters flag on September 25 RICHMOND HILL – September 30 is the annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, honouring the Survivors of residential schools and the children who never came home, as well […]
E-News -September 6, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West September E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, September brings many familiar routines and occasions including ‘back to school’ schedules, the Terry Fox run, and the Mid Autumn Festival. Later this month, we will be acknowledging a more recent addition to our September calendar when we raise the Every Child Matters […]
RICHMOND HILL PARTNERS WITH URBAN ECONOMY FORUM TO ADVANCE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN CANADIAN CITIES
News Release For Immediate Release August 29, 2024 RICHMOND HILL PARTNERS WITH URBAN ECONOMY FORUM TO ADVANCE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN CANADIAN CITIES RICHMOND HILL – The Urban Economy Forum (UEF), through the World Urban Pavilion, announced that Richmond Hill will become the first Frontrunner City in Canada helping to advocate for sustainable development worldwide. This […]
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF E-BIKES AND E-SCOOTERS IN RICHMOND HILL?
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT For Immediate Release August 27, 2024 WHAT DO YOU THINK OF E-BIKES AND E-SCOOTERS IN RICHMOND HILL? Have your say at upcoming Public Information Centres RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill is developing a Micromobility Strategy that will guide decisions on regulating the use of micromobility devices such as e-bikes and e-scooters […]
Mayor West’s Member Motion Passes on Consent at OBCM
Thanks to my Ontario Big City Mayoral colleagues for your unanimous support of my motion presented at the OBCM caucus at Annual AMO Conference in Ottawa. I am committed to continuing to advocate for the funding (support) we need to build affordable housing in complete communities. Together, we can build on the momentum from our conversations […]
Emancipation Day 2024
“I was proud to raise the Pan African Flag and declare August 1 Emancipation Day on behalf of the City of Richmond Hill.Dr. Jeffrey Thompson from the York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities led us in a Libation Ceremony to honour the ancestors and then we raised the flag together.” https://davidwest-richmondhill.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Flag-raising.mp4
Ontario’s Big City Mayors Launch Solve the Crisis Campaign
Ontario Big City Mayor’s Press Release: On August 8th, 2024, Ontario Big City Mayors and partners AMO and CMHA Ontario launched “Solve the Crisis”, a campaign that calls on the Provincial and Federal governments to take ACTION and address the humanitarian emergency evolving in our municipalities and cities across Ontario. Homelessness will not be resolved […]
E-News – August 2, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West August E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, Summer is in full swing and I hope that you have enjoyed the terrific schedule of festivals in Richmond Hill so far, because there is more to come in August! I have been busy behind the scenes, advocating on behalf of Richmond Hill […]
City Partners with Richmond Hill Honda
News Release For Immediate Release August 6, 2024 CITY PARTNERS WITH RICHMOND HILL HONDA Five-year sponsorship supports community’s arts and culture scene RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill is excited to announce a new five-year sponsorship with Richmond Hill Honda that includes renewing their ‘Season Partner’ level commitment with the Richmond Hill Centre […]
Building Faster Fund Letter to Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (July)
Building Faster Fund Letter to Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (March)
NEW EXHIBIT: Outcome of the War of 1812: First Nations Betrayed
News Release For Immediate Release August 6, 2024 NEW EXHIBIT: OUTCOME OF THE WAR OF 1812: FIRST NATIONS BETRAYEDExclusive historical display at the Heritage Centre with special gallery hours RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill is honoured to be hosting the exhibit, Outcome of the War of 1812: First Nations Betrayed, on loan from the Mississaugas […]
Results For YRDSB Trustee By-Election (Wards 1, 2 and 4)
RICHMOND HILL – Results for the 2024 York Region District School Board Trustee By-election are now available on RichmondHill.ca. The Term of Office ends on November 14, 2026. The 2024 York Region District School Board Trustee By-election Official Results are as follows: Robert Kolosowski (elected), 1,473 votes; Danny Yoon, 185 votes; Sadra Nasseri, 166 […]
E-News – July 5, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West July E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, School is out and it is summer in the city! Richmond Hill has something for everyone this summer. Last weekend we kicked it off in style, with a terrific City of Richmond Hill Canada Day celebration, augmented by the eSport Arena added this […]
Richmond Hill Recognized for 2024 Budget
Richmond Hill – The City of Richmond Hill has been recognized for its sound approach to public finances with the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the City’s 2024 Budget. As a recipient, the City of Richmond Hill’s 2024 Budget Book is recognized as an example of excellence in government budget […]
Richmond Hill Recognized for Exceptional Contributions to Nature Conservation
RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill was recently recognized with the ‘Lee Symmes Municipal Award’ from Ontario Nature for its achievements in protecting and regenerating the natural environment. Ontario Nature’s conservation awards celebrate individuals, groups, government agencies and corporations whose efforts have helped protect some of Ontario’s most vulnerable wild species and spaces. […]
Richmond Hill at the OBCM table
Ontarios Big City Mayors Meet to Discuss Key Priorities Including Mental Health, Addictions and Homelessness Crisis CHATHAM-KENT, ON – Ontario’s Big City Mayors (OBCM) are calling on all levels of government to take immediate action on homelessness, mental health and addictions. At their meeting in Chatham-Kent, OBCM’s member mayors worked together to update policies and […]
Great Blue Heron Soars to the top of ‘Bird Friendly City’ Bird Race
RICHMOND HILL – The votes are in and our community has chosen the Great Blue Heron to be Richmond Hill’s ‘Bird Friendly City’ bird! A total of 1,518 votes were cast with the Heron securing 456 or 30% of the vote. Here’s how the six-bird race played out: Great Blue Heron – 456 votes American […]
Richmond Hill’s Tech Community Showcased at Collision
2024 Collision Conference includes tech companies from variety of sectors RICHMOND HILL – Smart people from all over the world come to Richmond Hill to build and grow innovative businesses. The City is home to over 5,000 companies, many of whom are designing and developing the next generation of cutting-edge products. At Collision, one of […]
E-News – Jun 7, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West June E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, Richmond Hill in the summer is hard to beat. City of Richmond Hill’s 2024 Canada Day celebrations sound incredible, Concerts in the Park, Open Mic nights, and Live at the Plaza outdoor music nights kick off in July, and don’t forget about Ribfest! […]
May 3, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West May E-Newsletter 2024 Dear Neighbours, Richmond Hill, we are firing on all cylinders! I am ecstatic to see so many of the initiatives that I have championed in this term coming to fruition. From the ongoing drive to attract new investments and businesses to our constant priority of […]
April 2, 2024
From the Desk of Mayor David West April E-Newsletter 2024 Maple Syrup Festival 2024 Dear Neighbours, Wow! Thank you to our Richmond Hill residents for joining me at my Maple Syrup Festival in record numbers. After some wild and wet weather in the week leading up to my April 6th event, Saturday morning came with […]