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There have been a number of Ash Trees that were removed due to the ice storm in December. Please do not forget that this wood is likely infected with the Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect that is causing devastation in Ontario’s urban forest. It is important that this wood…

As a friend said to me the other day, “the Richmond Hill Glacier has receded”. Considering the winter we had I think this a sure sign of spring! As this “glacial melt” occurs, remaining tree debris previously buried under snow and left over from December’s ice storm, is being revealed.…

It has been a week of appreciating all the dedicated service that volunteers to in our Town. I had the pleasure of attending the Volunteer Appreciation event that the Town hosts each year for the volunteers that help out the Town specifically. These are people that range in age from…

I had the pleasure of attending the 16th Annual York Region Tri Services 911 Awards. It was a great evening hi lighting the great, but often unsung heroes that are on the other end of the line when a 911 call is placed. These men and women are the ones…

Compassion, Courage, Fairness, Honesty, Inclusiveness, Initiative, Integrity, Optimism, Perseverance, Respect and Responsibility.   I had the pleasure again this morning to attend the Mayor’s Character in Business Breakfast sponsored by the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce. I always enjoy this event, as we talk about the work that the Character…

It was a busy weekend – coming home Sunday night, after attending events Friday, Saturday and Sunday, it was interesting to reflect on the number and quality of great organizations in Richmond Hill powered by volunteers and doing good work for different causes in our community. It is truly remarkable…

I spent much of the day yesterday learning more about Autism.  There is no question that Autism has become a significant issue for many families in our community over the last 2 decades. As a teacher in the 1990s it was clear to me that there were children that had…

Before last night (March 20th , 2014) I could say that I did not know a lot about youth homelessness. I am not young, and I have never been homeless. However, I was able to participate in the 360 Experience last night. This program was organized by a youth shelter…

A great event and a great cause taking place in our community RELAY FOR LIFE Join us for the Canadian Cancer Society 2014 Relay For Life A community event to raise money for cancer research and support services. This will be our 14th year in our community!!! Richmond Hill Relay For Life May 30-31, 2014…