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Join us for Richmond Hill’s Doors Open and Studio Tour Together on May 11 

RICHMOND HILL – Celebrate Richmond Hill’s heritage, architecture, arts and culture that makes the city vibrant at two events this Saturday, May 11. 

Doors Open Richmond Hill from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
As part of the province-wide celebration of community heritage, Richmond Hill will be once again participating in the Doors Open program to provide residents and visitors with the unique opportunity to explore and enjoy interesting...

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City Welcomes United Nations University to Richmond Hill

Environmentally focused agency now calls community home

RICHMOND HILL – Earlier today, the City of Richmond Hill officially welcomed the United Nations University to the community, raising the world-renowned organization’s flag outside of City Hall.

As the academic arm of the United Nations with 13 institutes in 12 countries around the world, the United Nations University addresses a range of global development challenges with its Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH), working...

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Richmond Hill Continues Doing its Part for a Healthy Environment

2023 achievements include more trees and a plan for active transportation

Richmond Hill – The City of Richmond Hill continues to demonstrate its commitment to becoming a more sustainable and resilient community – one that values the environment and takes action to protect it.

A recent report to Council outlined the City and community’s 2023 environmental achievements. Select accomplishments include:

• Growth of our tree canopy with 11,482 trees and shrubs planted – 9,204 on City property by volunteers...

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Project Blaze is Back for a Third Year

Campaign Inspires Female High School Students to Explore Careers in Fire Services

RICHMOND HILL – Registration is now open for Project Blaze 2024 – a program run by the City of Richmond Hill’s Fire and Emergency Services team for female-identifying high school students to encourage, educate and empower more young women to pursue a career in the fire and emergency services field.

 The three-day event, taking place August 23 – 25, provides participants with an opportunity to observe and experience...

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Richmond Hill’s Iconic Mill Pond Park To Be Revitalized

Council Approves Master Plan for Sustainable Park with New Amenities and Connections   

Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill Council has approved the Mill Pond Park Revitalization Master Plan which will create new amenities, trails and improved facilities for residents.

Developed in consultation with the community, the multi-year Master Plan will see a number of enhancements including: 

• Restoration of the natural woodland and wetland in the centre of the park, including management of invasive species,...

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