markham: City of Markham is looking for Committee Volunteers - 03/24/13 11:37 AM
City of Markham is looking for Committee Volunteers
Do you enjoy volunteering?  The Town of Markham is looking for committee volunteers to advise it on a wide range of topics.  Currently, Markham is looking for volunteers for the following committees:
Agricultural Advisory Committee Animal Care Committee The application deadline is Tuesday, April 2, 2013.  Applications and details of the mandates of the committees, meeting times, application process and more are available at www.markham.ca
City of Markham is looking for Committee Volunteers
… (7 comments)

markham: Easter Monday 2013 Schedule - York Region Transit and VIVA - 03/24/13 11:12 AM
Easter Monday 2013 Schedule - York Region Transit and VIVA
York Region Transit ("YRT"), VIVA services and Toronto Transit Commission ("TTC") buses that operate in York Region, including Markham, Ontario, will be operating on their regular Monday schedule on Easter Monday (Monday, April 1, 2013).
For information relating to operating schedules, visit www.yrt.ca.
Easter Monday 2013 Schedule - York Region Transit and VIVA
… (0 comments)

markham: What is closed on Good Friday 2013 in Markham, Ontario? - 03/24/13 11:09 AM
What is closed on Good Friday 2013 in Markham, Ontario?
Friday, March 29, 2013 is Good Friday in Markham, Ontario. Since Good Friday is a statutory holiday, there will be many closures. In addition, some services will operate on a holiday schedule. Below is a list of some of the closures for Good Friday 2013 in Markham, Ontario.
The following will be closed:
Government offices (municipal, provincial and federal) except for a very limited number of services Libraries Canada Post Stores, shopping centres, plazas, grocery stores (some shopping may be available in designated tourist areas or where there are exceptions in … (0 comments)

markham: Is there Garbage Collection in Markham, Ontario on Good Friday 2013? - 03/24/13 11:06 AM
Is there Garbage Collection in Markham, Ontario on Good Friday 2013?
There will not be any garbage, waste or recyling collection on Good Friday (Friday, March 29, 2013) in the parts of Markham, Ontario that normally have their collection day on Fridays.
Collection day will occur on Saturday, March 30, 2013.  Your garbage, waste and recyling material will need to be by the curb by 7:00 a.m.  Consult your collection schedule to determine what is collected in your area for this week.
Is there Garbage Collection in Markham, Ontario on Good Friday 2013?
… (0 comments)

markham: Install new batteries in your smoke detector on March 10, 2013 - 03/09/13 01:41 PM
Install new batteries in your smoke detector  on March 10, 2013
Many people and many fire departments recommend that when the clocks move ahead one hour or move back one hour, you should also replace the old batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monixide detectors with fresh new batteries.  Thus, you should replace your batteries at least twice a year and more often if the batteries need to be replaced.
Replace your batteries when the clocks move forward one hour on March 10, 2013.
Install new batteries in your smoke detector  on March 10, 2013
… (3 comments)

markham: Move Clocks Ahead by One Hour for Daylight Savings Time March 10, 2013 - 03/09/13 01:40 PM
Move Clocks Ahead by One Hour for Daylight Savings Time March 10, 2013
It is that time of year again!  Time to move your clocks forward by one hour.  Daylight savings time began at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2013.  You will lose one hour of sleep tonight and your March Break is shorter by one hour.
We move back to Eastern Standard Time at 2 a.m. on Sunday November 3, 2013.
Remember to change the time on all of your clocks.  Some clocks will automatically change over.  However, if your clock is in equipment that is older, it may … (4 comments)

markham: City of Markham proclamations for September 2012 - 09/23/12 12:36 PM
City of Markham proclamations for September 2012
The City of Markham Council has proclaimed that September 2012 is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
Markham Council has also proclaimed
Prostate Cancer Week from September 17, 2012 to September 23, 2012 Franco-Ontarian Day on September 25, 2012 Markham Fair Week from September 27, 2012 to September 30, 2012 ity of Markham proclamations for September 2012
… (1 comments)

markham: 2012 Kids Sports Celebration in Markham, Ontario - 09/23/12 12:30 PM
2012 Kids Sports Celebration in Markham, Ontario
The first annual Kids Sports Celebration in Markham, in partnership with the Children's Cancer Recovery Project, will be held on Saturday, September 29, 2012.
Markham kids and their families will have the opportunity to participate in numerous healthy, active and fun sports throughout the City of Markham.
For further information and a list of events in Markham, visit www.KidsSportsCelebration.ca
2012 Kids Sports Celebration in Markham, Ontario
… (1 comments)

markham: Markham 2012 Final Tax Bill Due Dates - 09/23/12 12:19 PM
Markham 2012 Final Tax Bill Due Dates - Commercial, Industrial and Multi-Residential
The City of Markham has now mailed the 2012 final tax bills for commercial, industrial and multi-residential properties.  The due dates are:
October 5, 2012 November 5, 2012 December 5, 2012 If you have not received your 2012 tax bill or need more information, contact the Markham Tax Office at (905) 475-4864 or visit www.markham.ca.  Failure to receive a tax bill does not eliminate your responsibility for payment of taxes or the penalty charges in the event of late payment.
Markham 2012 Final Tax Bill Due Dates - Commercial, … (0 comments)

markham: Public Transit Schedule on Labour Day 2012 - 08/18/12 10:28 PM
Public Transit Schedule on Labour Day 2012
Monday, September 3, 2012 is Labour Day, a statutory holiday in the Greater Toronto Area.
Public transit systems, including York Region Transit, VIVA, Toronto Transit Commission ("TTC") (including buses, streetcars, subways and light rapid transit), GO Transit (including trains and buses) will all be operating on a holiday schedule on Victoria Day.
Therefore, before you travel, remember to check the schedules to determine when the systems will be running.
Have a Happy and Safe Labour Day 2012.
Public Transit Schedule on Labour Day 2012
… (2 comments)

markham: What is closed on Labour Day 2012 in Markham, Ontario? - 08/18/12 10:26 PM
What is closed on Labour Day 2012 in Markham, Ontario?
Monday, September 3, 2012 is Labour Day in Ontario.  Since Labour Day is a statutory holiday, there will be many closures.  In addition, some services will operate on a holiday schedule.  Below is a list of some of the closures for Labour Day 2012 in Markham, Ontario.
The following will be closed:
Government offices (municipal, provincial and federal) except for a very limited number of services Libraries Canada Post Stores, shopping centres, plazas, grocery stores (some shopping may be available in designated tourist areas or where there are exceptions in the … (0 comments)

markham: Markham Earth Day Celebrations - April 22, 2012 - 04/15/12 01:56 PM
Markham Earth Day Celebrations - April 22, 2012
Sunday April 22, 2012 is Earth Day in Markham, Ontario,  Join in the celebration at the Millennium Bandstand and Park on Main Street Unionville between 10 am and 4 pm.
There will be activities for the entire family that will be provided by:
Town of Markham’s Waste Management Department York Region Water for Tomorrow Town of Markham's Sustainability Office Markham Environmental Advisory Committee Youth Environmental Network of York Region (YENYR) Varley Art Gallery Muskoka Wildlife Centre Markham Earth Day Celebrations - April 22, 2012
… (1 comments)

markham: Markham Compost Giveaway Event - April 21, 2012 - 04/15/12 01:53 PM
Markham Compost Giveaway Event - April 21, 2012
Markham residents are invited to help themselves to some free garden compost made from last Spring's collected leaf and yard waste. Bring your own shovels and containers. There is a six container limit per vehicle. Compost will be available until 2:00 p.m. or while supplies last. This is a one day event only on April 21, 2012.  Rain or shine.
Free for Markham residents. Proof of address required.
The compost will be available a the Milliken Mills Park Parking Lot - 14th Avenue between Kennedy Road and Warden Avenue.  The entrance on south … (1 comments)

markham: Town of Markham is looking for Committee Volunteers - Deadline April 17, 2012 - 04/15/12 01:50 PM
Town of Markham is looking for Committee Volunteers - Deadline April 17, 2012
Do you enjoy volunteering?  The Town of Markham is looking for committee volunteers to advise it on a wide range of topics.  Currently, Markham is looking for volunteers for the following committees:
Milliken Mills Main Street Advisory Group Markham Centre Advisory Group Animal Care Committee Applications and details of the mandates of the committees, meeting times, application process and more are available at www.markham.ca.  Alternatively, you can contat the Clerk's Office at the Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Boulevard, Markham, Ontario L3R 9W3 (northwest corner of Warden … (0 comments)

markham: Beautify Your Yard in Markham - 04/15/12 01:34 PM
Beautify Your Yard in Markham
Are you planning to beautify your Markham yard in 2012? 
You may qualify to obtain native trees and shrubs at a subsidized price.  Simply visit www.yourleaf.org or call (416) 413-9244 for more details.
The Town of Markham, Region of York and Ontario Power Generation are three of the supporting partners of this program.
Beautify Your Yard in Markham
… (0 comments)

markham: Is there Garbage Collection in Markham, Ontario on Good Friday 2012? - 04/05/12 01:08 PM
Is there Garbage Collection in Markham, Ontario on Good Friday 2012?
There will not be any garbage, waste or recyling collection on Good Friday (Friday, April 6, 2012) in the parts of Markham, Ontario that normally have their collection day on Fridays.
Collection day will occur on Saturday, April 7, 2012 and your waste material will need to be by the curb by 7:00 a.m.
Is there Garbage Collection in Markham, Ontario on Good Friday 2012?
… (0 comments)

markham: What is closed on Good Friday 2012 in Markham, Ontario? - 04/05/12 01:06 PM
What is closed on Good Friday 2012 in Markham, Ontario?
Friday, April 6, 2012 is Good Friday in Markham, Ontario. Since Good Friday is a statutory holiday, there will be many closures. In addition, some services will operate on a holiday schedule. Below is a list of some of the closures for Good Friday 2012 in Markham, Ontario.
The following will be closed:
Government offices (municipal, provincial and federal) except for a very limited number of services Libraries Canada Post Stores, shopping centres, plazas, grocery stores (some shopping may be available in designated tourist areas or where there are exceptions in … (0 comments)

markham: Markham Council and Committee Meetings - Week of April 8, 2012 to April 14, 2012 - 04/01/12 12:40 AM
Markham Council and Committee Meetings - Week of April 8, 2012 to April 14, 2012
The following Town of Markham Council and Standing Committee meetings are open to the public at Markham Civic Centre on the northwest corner of Highway 7 and Warden Avenue in Markham this week:
Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - 9 a.m. - Development Services Committee (Reports) Tuesday, April 10, 2012 - 7 p.m. - Development Services Committee (Public Meeting) You can view the agendas and listen to live audio streams of the meetings at www.markham,ca.
For more information, contact the Clerk's Office at (905) 475-4744 or visit … (0 comments)

markham: Markham Council and Committee Meetings - Week of April 1, 2012 to April 7, 2012 - 04/01/12 12:37 AM
Markham Council and Committee Meetings - Week of April 1, 2012 to April 7, 2012
The following Town of Markham Council and Standing Committee meetings are open to the public at Markham Civic Centre on the northwest corner of Highway 7 and Warden Avenue in Markham this week:
Monday, April 2, 2012 - 9 a.m. - General Committee Tuesday, April 3, 2012 - 9 a.m. - Development Services Committee Tuesday, April 3, 2012 - 7 p.m. - Council Meeting You can view the agendas and listen to live audio streams of the meetings at www.markham,ca.
For more information, contact the Clerk's … (0 comments)

markham: Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink Now Closed for Season - 03/17/12 12:59 AM
Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink Now Closed for Season
The new Markham Civic Centre outdoor ice rink, which first opened in late 2011, has now closed for the 2011 / 2012 ice skating season.
The Town of Markham reports that over 15,000 skaters used this beautiful outdoor ice rink which is conveniently located on the grounds of the Markham Civic Centre located on the northwest corner of Warden Avenue and Highway 7 East.
We all look forward to the 2012 / 2013 ice skating season.
Enjoy the spring and summer and all of the beautiful parks and other activities that … (0 comments)