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Richmond Hill Celebrates Seniors This June

RICHMOND HILL – Every year, the City of Richmond Hill dedicates the month of June to our seniors to celebrate the significant contributions they make every day to the community.

This year’s month-long activities kick off June 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Mill Pond Park with the annual Adults 55+ Barbecue. This free event offers an afternoon of fun and entertainment featuring The Wong Mo Trio. We will also present the 2023 Senior of the Year Award. 

In addition to the barbecue, the City has...

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The Government of Canada invests $209,560 to enhance community infrastructure in Richmond Hill

FedDev Ontario supports the City of Richmond Hill towards the construction of interim trails at the city’s hidden gem and treasured national historic site, the Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory Park to fuel community revitalization and create conditions for local economies to rebound

May 23rd, 2023– Richmond Hill, Ontario

Community infrastructure is at the heart of local communities, bringing together residents and visitors alike while supporting local businesses, jobs and economies.

Today,...

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Summer Recreation Program Registration Opens May 31

Register from May 31-June 14 for a Chance to Win!

RICHMOND HILL – Summer’s heating up in Richmond Hill with a wide variety of recreational programming! Build your wish list today and register for a summer program between May 31 and June 14 for a chance to win a $100 credit on your ActiveRH account.

Whether you want to try something new, learn a skill or keep active this summer, the City offers programs for all ages and abilities. From arts and entertainment, computers and science and technology...

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Richmond Hill Renews Commitment to Inclusivity

Council Approves 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan

RICHMOND HILL – Richmond Hill is committed to being an accessible, inclusive community for everyone. Council reaffirmed this commitment with their approval of the 2023-2027 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan, which outlines the City’s strategy to identify, prevent and remove barriers for persons with disabilities and meet accessibility standards in consultation with the City’s Accessibility Advisory Committee. 

This is the City’s third multi-year...

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Richmond Hill Wants Your Input For Comprehensive Zoning By-Law

Phase 2 launches with public engagement opportunities coming up

Richmond Hill – Richmond Hill is entering the next phase of the comprehensive review of all the City’s in-force Zoning By-laws, with the goal of consolidating them into a single Zoning By-law.

The objective is to develop one Comprehensive Zoning By-law for the City that is:

• user-friendly and easy to understand, administer and enforce;
• reflective of current and emerging planning and development practices and trends; and,
• fully accessible...

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