Richmond Hill Partners with Local Canadian Tire Stores

Sponsorship supports recreation and culture in the community    

RICHMOND HILL – You might have noticed recently Canadian Tire branding at Ed Sackfield Arena and Fitness Centre and Tom Graham Arena. Richmond Hill’s two local Canadian Tire stores have partnered with the City as part of their ongoing commitment to community recreation. 

In addition to having their branding in the facilities, the stores, located at 250 Silver Linden Drive and 11720 Yonge Street, are also the “Presenting Partner” of the...

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Centre for Local Innovation and Collaboration Celebrates Newest Graduates

Applications Now Being Accepted for Fall Cohort

RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill, in partnership with OCAD University, Centennial College and eCampusOntario, celebrated its newest group of graduates on July 12 from the Centre for Local Innovation and Collaboration (CLIC). 

Launched in January 2022, CLIC is a co-creative partnership for applied design research and development. It works with local businesses to support research and development initiatives by providing connections to a...

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Mayor David West's 2023 State of the City Address

Richmond Hill – On April 18 Mayor David West delivered his 2023 State of the City Address at the Richmond Hill Board of Trade Mayor’s Luncheon and Member Showcase.  

The address focused on Richmond Hill’s future, highlighting City projects and plans that will ensure the community continues to evolve and thrive. These include the City’s Land Acknowledgement and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy, Official Plan Update, development of the Strategic Plan 2023-2027, finalizing the Richmond Hill...

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Richmond Hill Council Confirms Commitment to Inclusion

Adopts Land Acknowledgement and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy

RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill has adopted a Land Acknowledgement as well as its first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy and Action Plan as part of its ongoing pledge to expand diversity, inclusion and equity efforts.

The Land Acknowledgement, adopted by Council at the March 29 Council meeting, will be used at City of Richmond Hill Council meetings beginning in April and at other City events. It is a...

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Richmond Hill Council Approves 2023 Operating Budget

Operating Budget Supports City Services and Planning for the Future 

RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill Council is supporting the community with a 2023 Operating Budget that maintains all service levels while continuing to focus on fiscal responsibility. The budget includes a 3.72% tax rate increase for Richmond Hill residents and businesses, which is lower than initially forecast. On an average home in Richmond Hill valued at $1,146,000, the tax increase on the Richmond Hill portion of property taxes...

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