Outcome of the War of 1812: First Nations Betrayed
Exclusive historical display at the Heritage Centre with special gallery hours
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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 of the Credit First Nation.
This special exhibit will be available for public viewing in Richmond Hill for a limited time only, from Saturday, August 3 until Monday, September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, at the City’s very own Heritage Centre, 19 Church Street North.
The Outcome of the War of 1812 exhibit explores the long-term consequences of the war through the experience of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Visitors will learn about people who have a historic and meaningful connection to the Southern Ontario area. Through stories of betrayal, respect, survival and renewal, the exhibit highlights the impact of key treaties, including the Toronto Purchase Treaty No. 13, which includes the land where Richmond Hill is located.
The self-guided exhibit is available in English, Anishinaabemowin (Ojibway) and French, and includes a replica tomahawk pipe, historical accounts, a 200-year timeline and more.
For more information, visit RichmondHill.ca/HeritageCentre.
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Registered Recreation Programs
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Fall program registration for residents will open on Tuesday, August 20 at 7 a.m. Don’t miss out on securing your spot in your favorite activities! To prepare, build your wish list today by visiting the “Registered Recreation Programs” section on the City of Richmond Hill website or click on the link below.
Registered Recreation Programs – City of Richmond Hill
Micromobility Strategy in Richmond Hill
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Richmond Hill is developing a comprehensive Micromobility Strategy to better regulate the use of micromobility devices and sidewalk cycling. Currently, there are only limited by-laws in place for these activities, which has highlighted the need for clear guidelines and regulations across both on-road and off-road facilities.
This initiative, recommended by the Transportation Master Plan, aims to address critical issues such as safety, resident feedback, education, enforcement, and more.
Get Involved
Public Information Centers
We invite you to participate in our upcoming Public Information Centers to learn more about the Micromobility Strategy and share your feedback.
Please note that registration is required only for virtual attendance. While in-person participation is encouraged, virtual attendees will have the opportunity to listen to the presentation and submit comments via chat.
for more information visit: Micromobility – City of Richmond Hill
CITY PARTNERS WITH RICHMOND HILL HONDA
Five-year sponsorship supports community’s arts and culture scene
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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 for the Performing Arts (RHCPA).
A committed supporter of the City’s arts and culture scene, Richmond Hill Honda has been an ongoing sponsor of the RHCPA for 15 years and counting. Building on their commitment to their fellow Richmond Hill residents, the family owned and operated business is also supporting community recreation by renaming the West Ice Pad at Tom Graham Arena, one of the City’s busiest ice pads, the “Richmond Hill Honda Rink”.
The multi-year sponsorship started August 1, 2024.Community business sponsorships like this one are one of many ways the city is working to enhance programs and services for residents. The city welcomes local businesses to support City-run events and initiatives and offers a wide range of innovative advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
For more information on how you can get involved, visit RichmondHill.ca/Partnerships.
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David West, Mayor: “Richmond Hill Honda’s significant support is a true testament of a local business that believes in giving back to their own community. This is a group that just celebrated their 50th anniversary last year, are family owned and operated, and live in our great city. Their longtime support of the theatre coupled with their support of recreation demonstrates the positive impact one group can have. I’m excited by this new sponsorship and looking forward to working with Richmond Hill Honda in the coming years.”
Shaun Carrique, General Manager, Richmond Hill Honda: “Sponsoring our local recreation centre is a source of immense pride and fulfillment for us as a company. We view it as an opportunity to invest in the well-being and development of our community, fostering a space where families, friends, and individuals can come together to enjoy recreational activities, stay active, and build connections. It aligns perfectly with our core values of supporting local initiatives and enhancing the quality of life for those around us. We’re genuinely excited about the positive impact our sponsorship will have on the community and look forward to contributing to its growth and prosperity.”
AMO Annual Conference
AMO Welcomes Delegates to the City of Ottawa and its 125th Anniversary Celebration
The 2024 AMO AGM and Conference, organized by the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO), is scheduled to take place in Ottawa from August 18 to 21, 2024. This event is the leading conference for Ontario’s municipal sector, drawing over 2,500 participants from the province’s 444 municipalities. The conference offers an opportunity for municipal leaders, government officials, and industry stakeholders to engage in discussions, share insights, and collaborate on solutions for municipal challenges in Ontario.
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Regional And Local Councilor Jor DiPaola: It has been a highly productive week at #AMO2024, filled with meaningful meetings and discussions focused on the new municipal-provincial fiscal framework. I had the opportunity to engage with Minister Jill Dunlop (Education), Minister Doug Downey (Attorney General), and several other key leaders. I’m eager to collaborate on our shared priorities to ensure that Richmond Hill and York Region remain at the forefront of provincial attention. #richmondhill #yorkregion
York Region Transit: Service Changes Effective September
York Region Transit (YRT) service changes will take effect on Sunday, September 1, 2024
Schedule and route adjustments will be made to various routes to match customer demand, including:
- Sunday/Holiday service will be introduced on Routes 7 – Martin Grove and 96 – Keele-Yonge
- Route 9 – Ninth Line will be restructured to provide two-way service in Stouffville
- Saturday service will be introduced on Route 25 – Major Mackenzie
- Route 33 – Wellington will be restructured and renamed Route 33 – Wellington-Leslie. Service will be extended to Davis Drive/Highway 404 Carpool lot via Leslie Street
- High School Special routes will be reinstated for the academic year
- Two new School Specials, 408 – Our Lady of the World and 473 – Stephen Lewis School Special via Thomas Cook
- For more information visit yrt.ca/ServiceChanges (information will be available online August 12)
Travellers will be informed of these changes through notices posted at bus stops (attached), on-bus, terminal and vivastation announcements, media advisory, YRT Contact Centre, yrt.ca and social media @YRTViva.
If you have any questions about these changes, please contact:
- Richard Montoya, Director, Transit Operations, York Region Transit, at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75928 or Richard.Montoya@york.ca
- Tamas Hertel, Manager, Service Planning, York Region Transit, at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 76047 or Tamas.Hertel@york.ca
For general inquiries, please contact the YRT Contact Centre at 1-866-668-3978 or via email at transitinfo@york.ca rkParamedics on X.
Provincial Regulatory Updates
Jun 24, 2024
Open for Comment
- The Ministry of Energy has released a proposal regarding amendments to Ontario Regulation 509/18 (Efficiency Regulation). These amendments would harmonize the standards for 42 products by incorporating Natural Resources Canada standards, and would revoke now obsolete efficiency requirements to three products. For more information, or to submit a comment, please visit the first hyperlink. Comments can be submitted until August 2 2024.
Bulletins/Decisions
- The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has updated a previous decision on protecting black ash and its habitat under the Endangered Species Act. The Ministry is advising that the technical guide for black ash health assessments is now available. For more information, please visit the hyperlink.
- The Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism has updated a previous decision regarding amendments to the Ontario Heritage Act and Schedule 2 of the Proposed Homeowner Protection Act. As Bill 200 (Homeowner Protection Act) received Royal Assent on June 6, the public comment function for this posting is now closed. For more information, please visit the first hyperlink.
- The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has released a decision regarding the proposed changes to the Planning Act and Municipal Act through the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act (Bill 185). Through Bill 185, which received Royal Assent on June 6, these changes include the removal of upper-tier planning responsibilities for York Region, the establishment of a regulation-making authority that enables standardized housing designs, implementation of “Use it or Lose it” tools to support efficient allocation of housing-enabling infrastructure, and enhancing the framework for additional residential units through the removal of zoning barriers. For more information, please visit the hyperlink.
- The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing has released a decision regarding changes to the Development Charges Act, which would enhance municipalities’ ability to invest in housing-enabling infrastructure. Through Bill 185, the Ministry has repealed the phase-in of development charges, reinstated studies as an eligible cost for development charges, reduced the Development Charge freeze period, and streamlined processes for extending existing Development Charge by-laws. For more information, please visit the hyperlink.