Statement from Mayor Barrow on Anti-Black Racism

This past Friday, the Large Urban Mayors’ Caucus of Ontario passed a resolution, uniting us in standing against anti-Black racism, discrimination and intolerance in all its forms and confirming our commitment to working together to take meaningful, intentional action to remove barriers to inclusion in all our cities.

As a member of that Caucus, as the Mayor of Richmond Hill and as a person – I believe in this resolution.

Each and every one of us has the power to make a difference. To take action...

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Richmond Hill Makes it Easier for Local Businesses to Sell Online

City joins Digital Main Street's ShopHERE powered by Google 

RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill has teamed up with ShopHERE powered by Google to help local businesses sell products and services online with ease. Small businesses and artists in Richmond Hill can now apply at www.digitalmainstreet.ca/shophere to have an online store built for them at no cost.

ShopHERE powered by Google was created to help independent businesses and artists build a digital presence and minimize the economic impact of the...

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Council Highlights - May 27, 2020 Meeting

City of Richmond Hill Develops COVID-19 Recovery Plan

Council received a presentation from Interim City Manager, Mary-Anne Dempster outlining a framework to guide the City’s recovery from the impacts of COVID-19. The five-phased approach aims to restore City services in a safe and responsive manner while embracing innovation and change. Activities in each phase will follow provincial and public health guidelines. City facilities, programs and services will be adapted to reduce the risk of...

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Re-opening of Park Amenities Begins in Richmond Hill!

Richmond Hill is working on the gradual and safe re-opening of select park amenities beginning this weekend. 

“We’re excited that after all the effort our community has put in to help flatten the curve, they will once again be able to get out and enjoy more of our beautiful parks system,” said Mayor Dave Barrow. “It’s going to take us some time, but I want to thank everyone in advance for your patience as we work to re-open amenities in our 190 parks as quickly, but also as safely, as possible.” 

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Richmond Hill Park Amenities Remain Closed

The following is a statement from Mayor Dave Barrow in response to the Ontario government’s announcement of their first stage of re-opening: 

“The City of Richmond Hill, alongside its residents, businesses and public health partners, has worked hard to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our community. Once again, I thank everyone who is continuing to do their part in the fight against this virus.  

While we are eager to reopen our park amenities and community centres, it must be done thoughtfully, not...

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