Join Us for Earth Month in Richmond Hill: Family-Friendly Eco Activities Await!
Join us in celebrating Earth Month in Richmond Hill! Discover a range of family-friendly, eco-themed activities:
- April 11: Free Creating Bird Habitat Webinar
- April 17: Maximize Your Healthy Yard Gardening Workshop (free)
- April 19: Trees & Wildlife Workshop (free)
- April 19 to May 3: Clean up, Green Up Weeks (free)
- April 21: Earth Day Film & Family Fun (free)
- April 22 to May 20: Healthy Yards Plant & Garden Sale
For more details and registration, visit RichmondHill.ca/EarthMonth. Let’s make a difference together!
Richmond Hill’s Environmental Triumphs in 2023
Apr 25, 2024
Richmond Hill is dedicated to a greener future! In 2023, we made strides in environmental stewardship:
- Planted over 11,000 trees and shrubs, enhancing our green canopy
- Launched a Transportation Master Plan for pedestrian and cycling infrastructure
- Introduced two new community gardens for sustainable food growth
- Expanded recreational trails at David Dunlap Observatory Park
- Earned recognition as a Bird Friendly City and organized a Bird Team for public awareness
- Engaged 12,000 volunteers in park and street clean-ups
- Implemented energy-saving measures in City facilities
Join us in our efforts! Learn more at RichmondHill.ca/Greening.
Join us in giving Richmond Hill a spring cleaning!
We’re thrilled to invite all members of our community to participate in Clean Up, Green Up Weeks from April 19 to May 3. It’s an opportunity for us to come together and protect our natural environment by volunteering to tidy up our neighborhoods.
Residents, businesses, community groups, and schools are encouraged to join hands during this period to help clear away litter that has accumulated over the winter in parks, trails, boulevards, and other public spaces.
When you register your group, we’ll provide you with gloves, garbage and recycling bags, and ensure the collection of filled bags. Let’s work together to surpass last year’s achievements, where 12,000 volunteers cleaned up 145 streets and pathways, along with over 100 parks and natural areas in our community!
Let’s make 2024 another landmark year for our community by keeping Richmond Hill safe and clean for everyone. Register online at RichmondHill.ca/CleanUpWeeks before Sunday, April 7.
For more information, visit RichmondHill.ca/CleanUpWeeks. Together, let’s make a difference!
Richmond Hill Welcomes United Nations University: A Hub for Global Environmental Solutions
April 26, 2024
Richmond Hill proudly welcomes the United Nations University to its community, with the inauguration of the Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH) headquarters at City Hall. This renowned UN institution, dedicated to addressing global sustainability challenges, chose Richmond Hill for its commitment to sustainability, skilled workforce, and innovative partnerships.
The new headquarters will collaborate globally on water, environment, and health policies, fostering partnerships with academia, technology providers, and startups. Richmond Hill aims to leverage this collaboration to promote environmental awareness and innovation, positioning the city as a sustainability role model.
Richmond Hill’s 2024-2027 Strategic Plan: Shaping Our Inclusive Future
Discover Richmond Hill’s 2024 – 2027 Strategic Plan! 🚀 Our roadmap to a thriving, inclusive future is here. With three key pillars guiding us:
1️⃣ Growing a Livable, Sustainable Community: Managing growth, enhancing transportation, and promoting green spaces.
2️⃣ Focusing on People: Engaging the community, ensuring inclusivity, and fostering relationships with Indigenous Peoples.
3️⃣ Strengthening our Foundations: Prioritizing customer service, continuous improvement, and smart investments.
We’re committed to keeping you updated on our progress. Dive into the full plan at RichmondHill.ca/StrategicPlan. Let’s shape our city together! 🏙️ #RichmondHillFuture #InclusiveCommunity
Share Your Thoughts on Richmond Hill’s Festivals and Events!
Join the conversation on Richmond Hill’s festivals and events! Share your thoughts in a quick survey for a chance to win a $75 Visa gift card. Your input will shape the future of our city’s vibrant community gatherings. Take the survey at RichmondHill.ca/EventServices by April 23, 2024. Let’s create memorable experiences together!
Revitalizing Richmond Hill’s Iconic Mill Pond Park: A Sustainable Transformation
Richmond Hill’s Mill Pond Park set for a vibrant transformation! Council greenlights sustainable upgrades, including new trails, amenities, and ecological enhancements. Highlights include a boardwalk, pedestrian bridge, meadow area, and improved facilities. Stay updated at RichmondHill.ca/MillPondProject.
Upgrading Humber Flats Stormwater Management Facility – Public Review 🌊🏡
Mar 25, 2024
Richmond Hill has finished studying how to upgrade Humber Flats Stormwater Management Facility, reducing flood risks for nearby homes. Here’s the plan:
- Replace old culvert under Humberland Drive with 3 new, wider ones.
- Clean and expand the wet pond for better stormwater treatment.
- Some regrading to retire old filter pads.
Detailed design starts in 2025. Public review of findings and recommendations is open until April 26, 2024, on RichmondHill.ca/HumberFlatsEA. Check it out and share your thoughts! 🌊🏡
Good News: Project Blaze Returns!
Get Your Free 2024 Lake Wilcox Parking Pass!
Starting April 1st, pay parking begins at Lake Wilcox Park until September 30th. Don’t miss out on your chance for a free 2024 parking permit for the park and Oak Ridges Community Centre. Last year’s permits have expired, so make sure to grab your new one at Parking.RichmondHill.ca to avoid a parking ticket.
For non-residents and those without permits, parking fees apply. Rates are $4 per hour at the Oak Ridges Community Centre, skate park, and north gravel lots, and $7 per hour at the main parking lot near the Lake Wilcox splash pad.
Lake Wilcox Park, a premier destination in Richmond Hill, offers stunning waterfront views and family-friendly amenities. Pay parking ensures visitors from outside the city contribute to park upkeep.
To ease traffic, consider carpooling during spring and summer. Weekend parking on nearby streets is restricted to residents and their guests with permits. Permit parking is also enforced seven days a week on certain streets.
For more info and to get your free permit, visit RichmondHill.ca/Parking or contact the Parking team at 905-771-8860 or Parking@RichmondHill.ca. Let’s keep Lake Wilcox Park accessible for everyone!
Enhance Your Waste Management Practices Today!
Before tossing items in the garbage or recycling bin, consider these eco-friendly practices to minimize waste and maximize recycling efforts in your home:
• Prioritize Reducing and Reusing: By reducing our consumption and reusing items whenever possible, we can significantly decrease the volume of waste produced.
• Sort Your Waste Efficiently: Ensure that food scraps and paper products like tissue and paper towels are properly disposed of in the organics container. Before tossing recyclables, remember to empty and lightly rinse food containers to enhance the recycling process.
• Say No to Single-Use Plastics: Take a stand against single-use plastics by avoiding banned plastic items. Opt for reusable alternatives such as refillable water bottles and travel mugs for your beverages. .
Ready to make a positive impact on waste management? Visit our city’s waste disposal guide to learn more: Richmond Hill Waste Management Guide
Sign Up for E-Billing in Richmond Hill Today
Did you know? Richmond Hill now offers e-billing for your water bill. Sign up today to view current and past bills.
Navigating Forward Together: Supporting Seniors in York Region
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟
York Regional Council just approved the 2024-2027 York Region Plan to Support Seniors: Navigating Forward Together. This plan builds on the success of our 2016 Seniors Strategy and outlines new actions to enhance the health and well-being of our diverse aging population.
Our focus areas:
- Keeping seniors healthier, longer
- Supporting seniors in age-friendly communities
- Connecting seniors to the right programs and services
- Improving coordination and planning services
Join us in ensuring seniors can age in the right place, with the right support. Visit york.ca/PlanForSeniors for more details! 🌟 #SupportingSeniors #NavigatingForward
Join the Centennial Celebration of York Regional Forest!
Celebrating 100 Years of York Regional Forest! Join us in a year-long festivity with free activities like exhibits, a photo contest, guided walks, and Family Day events. Embrace nature’s beauty and our commitment to conservation.
Learn more at https://www.york.ca/newsroom/campaigns-projects/celebrating-100-years-york-regional-forest.
Appreciation Message from Regional Councillor Joe DiPaola
I want to sincerely thank you for re-electing me as your Regional Councillor.
I am only here because of you, those who voted and volunteered for me. I cannot thank you enough!
I am sincerely grateful and honored to once again be able to work for the city I love and residents of my community.
Sincerely,
Regional Councillor Joe DiPaola
