Heritage Centre Re-Opens Its Doors May 5!

New Exhibit Showcases Richmond Hill’s Natural Environment 

RICHMOND HILL – Come and explore Richmond Hill’s newly renovated Heritage Centre, and unearth some of the City’s vibrant history!

Explore exhibits showcasing various communities in Richmond Hill, including a modern new exhibit entitled Richmond Hill’s Green that takes a closer look at our environment and natural oasis. In addition to historical artifacts, visitors will learn about the life and history of Richmond Hill through colourful...

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Co-exist in Harmony with Richmond Hill's Urban Wildlife this Spring

RICHMOND HILL – Spring has sprung and we are not the only ones beginning to enjoy the warmer weather. Richmond Hill’s unique natural environment is home to more than 150 wildlife species, making it an amazing place to observe wildlife this time of year. It also means that interacting with urban wildlife in our neighborhoods is more common. 

From geese to turtles, foxes to beavers, wildlife play an important role in our community. They enrich our lives and contribute to a healthy and diverse...

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Richmond Hill Extends Grant Program To Support Local Businesses

Community Improvement Plan Program renewed until 2027

Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill Council reiterated its commitment to local businesses by approving the extension of the Office Development and Village Local Centre Revitalization Community Improvement Plan (CIP) Program for another five years.

Since the program’s inception in 2018, the City has supported nine projects for a variety of different local businesses in Richmond Hill’s downtown area, providing them with much-needed grants to refresh...

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Richmond Hill Appoints Committee To Support City Action On Housing Affordability

Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill Council is continuing to move towards its goal of helping make housing more affordable for current and future residents, appointing seven members to form its new Affordable Housing Strategy Implementation Committee.

The committee will oversee implementation of the City’s Affordable Housing Strategy. Its role is to facilitate partnerships with a variety of stakeholders and organizations involved in the housing sector, as well as to advocate to other levels of...

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Statement from Mayor West in Response to Ontario’s Enhanced Ministerial Zoning Order for High Tech Station

Richmond Hill – The Government of Ontario has issued an Enhanced Ministerial Zoning Order (eMZO) for the Transit Oriented Community (TOC) at High Tech Station. This eMZO is final, and provides the Province with the zoning certainty they have previously indicated was a requirement for them to proceed with the High Tech TOC. 

Richmond Hill Council remains committed to supporting the development of the Yonge North Subway Extension, and to realizing the ambitious vision for Richmond Hill Centre as a...

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