City of Richmond Hill and TRCA Contribute Lands to Canada's 30x30 Conservation Target

RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill, in collaboration with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and Ontario Nature, is proud to announce the contribution of 550 hectares of environmentally significant natural areas towards Canada’s 30x30 conservation target. The federal government has set the goal of protecting and conserving 30% of Canada’s lands and waters by 2030.

Ontario Nature led an extensive assessment of these lands, determining that 31 properties, including 429 hectares...

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City and Lexus of Richmond Hill Team Up to Support Arts and Culture

New five-year sponsorship supports theatre and community events

RICHMOND HILL – The City of Richmond Hill is pleased to announce a new multi-year sponsorship with Lexus of Richmond Hill to enhance local arts and community programming. 

As part of a five-year agreement, Lexus of Richmond Hill has secured interior naming rights at the Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts (RHCPA). The Plaza Suite and Lounge will now be known collectively as The Lexus of Richmond Hill Hall with custom signage...

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Summary of Notices Given Under the Planning Act - June 3, 2025

Summary of Notices Given Under the Planning Act

The following is a summary of notices given under the Planning Act by the City of Richmond Hill for the week of June 3, 2025. Click on any of the links for more information on the matters listed.

Notice of Passing By-law 62-25

Take notice that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Richmond Hill passed By-law 62-25 on May 28, 2025 under section 34 of the Planning Act, R. S. O. 1990.

And take notice that an appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal in...

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Notice of Council Public Meeting - ZBLA-25-0010

Council Public Meeting

Tuesday, July 8th, 2025

Concerning a Proposed Zoning By-law Amendment

A Public Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, at 7:00 PM to notify the public and receive comments on the following application that has been received by the City. The meeting will be held both in person in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Offices, 225 East Beaver Creek Road and using electronic video conference technology. Details on how you can participate in the meeting are included in...

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Notice of Complete Application (City File ZBLA-25-0008)

Notice of Complete Application

Under The Planning Act

The City of Richmond Hill has received the following application under the Planning Act:

Inquiries Refer To:

City File: ZBLA-25-0008

City Planner: Diya Matroja, Planner I

Telephone: 905-747-6470

Email: diya.matroja@richmondhill.ca

A request has been received from LESLIE CENTRE LTD to amend the Zoning By-law for lands described as Block 472, PLAN 65M-3306 and municipally known as 1430 Major Mackenzie Drive East. The application seeks to rezone the...

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