My Richmond Hill Newsletter

The City of Richmond Hill distributes the 'My Richmond Hill' print newsletter twice a year to all Richmond Hill households. This page showcases the stories from the most recent edition.

Anniversary Celebrations Wrap Up December 31!

It’s been a year for the history books! Richmond Hill was officially incorporated as a “Village” in 1873 and, with your help, we commemorated this milestone 150th anniversary throughout the year. Richmond Hill residents took part in RH150 celebrations and activities across the community, from community murals, time capsules and planting 150 trees to a celebrity-laced birthday video, Heritage Summit and more.

There is still time to enjoy some RH150 fun before the year’s end with free activities for the whole family. Take part in heritage walking tours throughout the downtown, join the scavenger hunt at Richmond Green Park, take a photo with the RH150 community photo booth, celebrate with us at Merry Marketplace, and finish off the party by ringing in the New Year at First Night.

Visit our RH150 anniversary section for details on these and other RH150 events.

“Richmond Hill has my heart.” - Kim

Coming Soon: Digital Water Bill

In 2024, Richmond Hill will launch an online, self-service water customer portal that will allow residents to go paperless and receive water bills online, pay water bills and view their water usage. Watch your upcoming water bills for details.

Did You Know?

Heavy snow, strong winds, extreme cold and temperature fluctuations can create challenges for snow clearing operations, slowing progress. Thank you in advance for your patience this winter.

We're Hiring!

Facility attendants, lifeguards and swim instructors, skate patrol, skate instructors, fitness instructors, school crossing guards, ushers, inclusion support staff and more. Apply online. 

• Don’t park on the road or near the bottom of your driveway when it’s snowing or expected to snow. Winter maintenance operations start before it snows
• Make sure to park in a way that does not block the sidewalk. Vehicles that overhang sidewalks make it difficult for plows to pass through safely and may cause delays in sidewalk clearing
• Don’t place anything within one metre of a road, curb or sidewalk that may obstruct plowing operations (e.g. waste bins, sports equipment, landscaping etc.). Mark any unmovable objects like a landscape boulder with a driveway marker to help guide our plows

Learn more about Richmond Hill's snow clearing.

Where to Place Your Waste in Winter

Place waste away from the curb on the right side of your driveway (if you’re facing the house). This will allow the plow to clear the
snow windrow.

Did You Know?

Our plows follow set routes, hug the right curb and only make right turns to avoid leaving snow piles in intersections. That’s why they often clear each side of the same road at a different time. 

How to Avoid a Parking Ticket this Winter

• Reminder, there is no on-street parking between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m., December 1 to March 31 unless you have a permit
• Keep roads and sidewalks clear of parked cars when it’s snowing or snow is expected
• When 5+ cm of snow is expected, the City will declare a Winter Event. It takes effect in advance of any snowfall. Don’t park on the road during a Winter Event even if you have a temporary parking permit

Subscribe to receive winter event notifications. 

Be a Hydrant Hero!

Clear three feet of snow from around fire hydrants, so they are accessible in case of emergency!

Did You Know? 

Major roads, such as Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, are Regional roads and are maintained by York Region, not Richmond Hill.

“I have raised my family here and they graduated from the same elementary school that I did. They are now adults and still volunteer in Richmond Hill. It will always be their home.” - Heidi

Accessible Parking Awareness

There is a $350 fine for using an accessible parking space without an appropriate permit. Remember, it’s not okay to use a designated spot even “just for a minute”. Help keep accessible parking accessible for those who need it. Learn more about City parking regulations. 

Becoming an Age-Friendly Community

In October 2023, Council approved the City’s first Age-Friendly Community Strategy. Based on input from over 1,100 residents, community organizations and businesses that provide services for older adults, the Strategy provides 21 recommendations, presented within the framework of the World Health Organization’s eight domains for an Age-Friendly Community. Recommendations include:

• Continuing to ensure parks, trails and open spaces are accessible and to encourage activity for all ages
• Developing guidelines to ensure streets are safe, welcoming and comfortable for residents of all ages and abilities
• Supporting advocacy for the creation of affordable and supportive housing in Richmond Hill
• Sharing information and resources on programs and services that support social connection and inclusion
• Ensuring older adult interests are incorporated into the planning and implementation of City activities

This five-year plan is part of Richmond Hill’s ongoing journey to become an inclusive, accessible and welcoming community that meets the needs of an aging population. Read the full strategy. 

Stay Involved!

Subscribe to be notified about the City’s review and updates to zoning by-laws. 

“As a 91-year-old resident living in RH for 56 years, I have such pride in the City of Richmond Hill.” - Delia

And That’s a Wrap…

Thank you to everyone who took part in this year’s 150th anniversary celebrations! We marked Richmond Hill’s milestone throughout the year and gathered your stories on what you LOVE about your community. Have a look at how we celebrated the BIG anniversary. Here’s to the next 150 years!

Keep a Piece of History!

Shop limited edition, commemorative Richmond Hill 150th pieces.

“Although I missed the first ‘100 years’ of Richmond Hill, I have thoroughly enjoyed each and every day of the last 50 years that I have been a resident!” - Lady Di

In Case You Missed It

• Local artists created community murals across the city as part of celebrations for Richmond Hill’s 150th anniversary, capturing the community’s past, present and future. 
• Council approved plans to revitalize Town Park (near Elgin Barrow Arena) and turn the 100-year-old, 13-acre space into a more modern gathering spot for all ages to stay active. 
• More trails have opened at the Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory park, providing added options to enjoy the natural heritage of this cherished national historic site.

Let's All Enjoy Our Walks!

Please stoop and scoop… even in natural areas and even in winter. Help keep our park spaces clean for everyone.

More Big Shows at the RHCPA!

Performances from alt rock legends, Big Sugar, Canadian indie rockers, MONOWHALES, New York icon Candace Bushnell True Tales of Sex, Success and SEX AND THE CITY, and more. Get tickets today at RHCentre.ca.

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