The Good Food Challenge – Save Money, Time, Food & the Environment! Have you noticed you’re spending more on groceries? Are you spending more time in the kitchen preparing meals? Is your green bin filling up faster than it has in the past?  If you find you’re answering YES to…

I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year! Last Year was a very challenging year for Richmond Hill from a number of perspectives, and I am sure we can all agree that we look forward to a brighter New Year ahead of us.  …

A revised and significantly more dense development application has been submitted by the owner of the lands at Major Mackenzie and Arnold Crescent known municipality as 129-147 Arnold Crescent.   This application replaces the one that Richmond Hill Planning Staff received previously. The new proposal consists of 4 apartment buildings…

Richmond Hill Council moved towards the final steps in passing our Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP). A directions report for CEEP was considered and endorsed by Council in December. The direction given to staff was the goal of significantly reducing our Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions.   Specifically the direction…

At the December 2nd Council Public Meeting residents were invited to comment on changes mandated by the Provincial Government that compel municipalities to allow zoning permissions for secondary suites (basement apartments etc.) in residential areas.   This change would expand the availability of more forms of affordable housing and is…

In a year of challenge and change, the environment continued to be a top priority for Richmond Hill Council and our community in 2020. Through the City’s award-winning environmental programs, we continued our work together to protect, enhance and restore our local natural environment.   With health and safety protocols…

Residents who shop 5 BIA member stores over a 2-week period are entered into The Village of Richmond Hill Business Improvement Area (BIA) Shop Local Prize Draw Contest. How to Win: – Shop 5 BIA member stores over a 2-week period. – Email 5 receipts to [email protected] with your name & number.…

January is Mentoring Month!   If you’ve ever had a mentor or been a mentor – at work, at school or in your life – then you know that mentoring can change lives. Mentoring amplifies relationships, learning, and career opportunities. Over 15,000 young people across Canada are waiting for a mentor, someone…

The COVID-19 Pandemic has prevented us from meeting live and in person in large groups like we have done in the past. However, important community conversations are still needed. Throughout 2021 I intend to host a series of these conversations through virtual town hall meetings. The focus of these meetings…

Join Toronto and Region Conservation Authority’s winter activities online! The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has new e-Learning resources available this winter, along with engaging online seminars, family programs, and volunteer opportunities!  TRCA has always been a great supporter of our local environment and environmental education. During the COVID pandemic…