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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
The City of Richmond Hill 2022-2026 Council had their Inaugural Council
The City of Richmond Hill 2022-2026 Council had their inaugural Council meeting last night. As each member of Council took to the podium a theme emerged: collaborative commitment to working hard and focusing on the betterment of our City. It was encouraging and motivating – I really can’t wait to see what we can achieve […]
Hill Potters Guild Show
Every year I enjoy the Hill Potters Guild Show and sale. The Hill Potters Guild has, over the years, become the “official morning coffee mug supplier” to the West Family. I would also like to congratulate Kathy Verbeek winner of the Mayor’s Choice Award for her beautiful and creative pottery artwork! The sale continues this weekend and […]
Thank you @LEAF – Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests and City of Richmond Hill
Thank you @LEAF – Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests and City of Richmond Hill for the opportunity to plant trees Saturday. It was terrific to learn from the experts on the correct technique to ensure the sapling’s survival and I enjoyed contributing my efforts to our beautiful green spaces in #richmondhill . Together with Ward4Councillor Raika Sheppard we had a great time […]
24th Confederation of Greater Toronto Chinese Business Association’s Annual Gala
It was an honour to attend the 24th Confederation of Greater Toronto Chinese Business Association’s Annual Gala to extend greetings on behalf of Richmond Hill together with Regional Councillor JoeDiPaola, and Councillors Castro Liu and Raika Sheppard.
Join us at a virtual open house!
Join us at a virtual open house to learn more about the exciting future of the parks in our city! May 26, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Register today at RichmondHill.ca/ParksPlan.
Tree City of the World
Continuing our countdown to Earth Day, let’s celebrate our status as “Tree City of the World”. To view a list of upcoming tree planting events, and a terrific webinar schedule, visit https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/things-to-do/Community-Stewardship-Program-and-Tree-Planting.aspx
Earth Day is April 22nd and climate change conversations are important everyday!
Earth Day is April 22nd and climate change conversations are important everyday! The City of Richmond Hill has prepared a toolkit to help us navigate the topic. https://www.richmondhill.ca/en/shared-content/resources/documents/Richmond-Hill_Climate-Change-Conversation-Toolkit.pdf
Building a more sustainable Richmond Hill
2021 Achievements Include Energy Efficiency Upgrades and 17,000 More TreesCreating a healthy and sustainable environment really is a community effort and I’m so proud of the work we’ve done together. Over the last seven years as we’ve implemented our Environment Strategy, we’ve made huge strides in reducing our environmental footprint. I encourage everyone to continue […]
Richmond Hill Collective Gardens
As we focus on Health on April 7th,#UNWorldHealthDay, garden fresh food offers wonderful nutrients and growing that food yourself also provides opportunities for exercise! Sign up today. #RichmondHill#collectivegardens
CleanUp, GreenUp 2022 is Underway.
Thank you to all our residents who registered to participate.
You’re invited to the Third Virtual Open House for City Plan 2041!
At this open house, City of Richmond Hill staff will present proposed amendments to the Official Plan: OPA 18.3 – Vision and City Structure and OPA 18.4 – Neighbourhoods. These proposed amendments implement several key directions identified in the City Plan 2041 Key Directions report. The proposed changes to the Official Plan relate to matters such […]
Richmond Hill Taking Action to Protect Trees From Spongy Moth
Egg mass removal from City trees ongoing; free burlap trap kits available for residents RICHMOND HILL – The City is taking action to protect its trees from the effects of the leaf-eating spongy moth (also known as LDD moth) and providing resources for residents to help manage trees on their property. Spongy moth is an […]
Richmond Hill Council Appoints Ward 4 Councillor
Raika Sheppard will represent Ward 4 for the remainder of the current Council term Richmond Hill – At the March 22 Special Council Meeting, Raika Sheppard was appointed Ward 4 Councillor. Sheppard holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from York University and Juris Doctorate from Taft University. A licensed realtor, she is manager of […]
Exciting Future Ahead for Parks, Recreation and Culture in Richmond Hill
Plans Will Be Developed To Support An Active And Healthy, Environmentally Sustainable, Culturally Vibrant City Richmond Hill – Council has endorsed the key directions driving a future update to the City’s Parks Plan and the development of a combined Recreation and Culture Plan to guide the future of related amenities and services to 2031. As […]
YARD WASTE COLLECTION EXTENDED
In recognition of the late fall weather in Richmond Hill this year, the City has added one more week of yard waste collection to the schedule. The final yard waste collection of 2021 will now take place the week of December 14. Yard waste is collected on residents’ regular waste collection day. Yard waste includes […]
Richmond Hill to Invest $77 Million in the Community
2022 Draft Capital Budget to Update roads, stormwater facilities and community centres Richmond Hill Council continues to deliver on its priority of fiscal responsibility with a $77 million draft 2022 capital budget that will focus on efficient and well-timed maintenance of core City assets. Richmond Hill’s capital budgeting process underwent a comprehensive review in 2021 […]
UPDATE: GET INVOLVED IN THE FUTURE OF RICHMOND HILL’S NEW DOWNTOWN
City seeking public comments on Draft Richmond Hill Centre Secondary Plan The City of Richmond Hill has released the draft Secondary Plan for the Richmond Hill Centre (area northeast of the intersection of Yonge Street and Highway 7) for public comments. Richmond Hill Centre will be a new downtown for Richmond Hill. Located at the […]