Help Design Richmond Hill's Rain Garden Education Program

Share your ideas at an Open House on May 13 at Central Library

RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill wants to raise awareness about the benefits of rain gardens and residents are invited to help us create a public education and engagement program. Drop by the Rain Gardens and Climate Change Open House on Saturday, May 13 between 1 and 4 p.m. at Central Library to explore activities and share your ideas.

Rain gardens are beautiful, cost-effective landscape features that help to absorb rain water and...

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Environmental Achievements Continue in Richmond Hill

2022 projects save energy, conserve water resources and increase canopy cover

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.

Since receiving approval last July, Richmond Hill’s updated Environment Strategy has continued to build upon the City and community’s legacy of environmental stewardship and improvement. A report to Council outlined 2022...

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Richmond Hill Celebrates Youth Week May 1-7

RICHMOND HILL – Each year, National Youth Week celebrates youth and their participation in the community. Richmond Hill’s 2023 event is coordinated in collaboration with the City’s Youth Action committee and features an array of activities that celebrate arts, sports and recreation programs. Richmond Hill residents aged 12 to 18 are invited to participate in this year’s Youth Week, May 1-7. 

Some activities planned for the week include: 

• 3-on-3 Outdoor Basketball: Join your peers and program staff...

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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's Cultural Summit Returns April 26

RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill’s Cultural Summit is back April 26 from 6:30-10 p.m. at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts. This free, fun-filled night of music, dance and art is a great opportunity for artists, creative industry professionals, cultural organizations, students, volunteers and anyone else who loves culture to come together, network and learn more about arts in our community. 

The evening’s lineup includes a presentation of the Richmond Hill Arts Awards along with...

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