Free Online Tool Helps Residents Discover Home Heat Loss and Save Energy

RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill residents now have access to a personalized rooftop heat loss map and home energy rating thanks to a partnership between the City and Enbridge Gas. The MyHEAT thermal imaging map shows where heat is escaping from the home, so residents can prioritize energy efficiency upgrades like adding insulation or sealing air leaks.

How it works

Visit www.enbridgegas.com/heat-map, enter your home address into the search bar and explore your heat loss map and analysis. You can...

Richmond Hill’s Newest Destination Park: Dave Barrow Civic Square Park

A gathering place on the Hill to bring our community together

Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill Council has approved the Dave Barrow Civic Square Park Plan, setting in motion the building of the city’s newest destination park.

Located in the heart of the city, near the Central Library at the southwest corner of Yonge Street and Major Mackenzie Drive, the Dave Barrow Civic Square Park will bring our community together, providing a space to connect with families and friends and encourage healthy outdoor...

City of Richmond Hill Declares Significant Weather Event

Freezing rain could cause icy conditions, power outages and tree damage

RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill has declared a Significant Weather Event in response to a freezing rain warning issued by Environment Canada.

A mix of rain and freezing rain is expected late Friday evening through Sunday. Possible ice accumulation could lead to slippery roads and sidewalks, power outages and downed or damaged trees. Residents are encouraged to take extra care when driving or walking.

Winter...

Owen Knowles Named Richmond Hill's 2024 Young Entrepreneur

Summer Company Program Successfully Mentored 12 Students this Year

RICHMOND HILL – Yesterday, the family of former Mayor William Bell joined Mayor David West and Members of Council to present Owen Knowles with the 2024 William F. Bell Young Entrepreneur Award. 

The award recognizes a successful young entrepreneur who takes part in Summer Company, an annual three-month program helping students ages 15-29 learn how to run their own business. 

Over last year’s summer months, 19-year-old Owen operated a...

Richmond Hill Continues Expanding Pickleball Opportunities

Residents invited to take online survey, open until April 22

Richmond Hill – The City of Richmond Hill is continuing to offer more pickleball courts for residents to enjoy this increasingly popular sport and wants your feedback on additional locations.

We want to hear from you – take the online survey until April 22

To further expand spaces where we can play pickleball, the City is proposing to re-line tennis courts at Macleod’s Landing Park (213 Shirrick Drive) and Newberry Park (227 Bernard...