News – Page 13 – Councillor Andrew Keyes

Cornell Community Park Construction Notice

We’re very pleased to announce that construction of the new Cornell Community Park will begin shortly. This construction activity will begin with the removal of fill from the Park site, scheduled to begin in mid-October 2019. Removal of the fill is anticipated to take a minimum 4 weeks to complete. The route will be from 2 entry/exit locations located on William Forester Road and Riverlands Ave, then south on William Forester Road to Hwy 7. Hours of Operation: Monday to ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2019-10-23T17:08:57-04:00October 17th, 2019|

Be part of Building Markham’s Future Together!

Help us build Markham’s future together by letting us know what’s important to you. We want to hear from Markham residents, business owners, workers, students and community stakeholders. Complete our 2020 – 2023 Strategic Plan survey by October 29, 2019, at 11:59 PM EDT, for your chance to WIN one of the following prizes: iPad (6th Generation, 32GB, Wi-Fi) Apple Watch (Series 3, 38mm, Space Gray Aluminum Black Sport (GPS)) Pair of Apple AirPods (with charging case) One-year fitness membership ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-09-25T11:37:17-04:00September 25th, 2019|

Pedestrian Safety throughout the Ward

Fall is upon us and the kids are back to school. The great weather we've been having means more of our kids are walking to and from school and playing outside in parks and laneways. Safety for students and other pedestrians is a concern for all of us, yet my office still receives numerous emails and phones calls from many Ward 5 schools and residents reporting dangerous driving, speeding, illegal u-turns and parking. Crossing guards fear for themselves and the children as they make their ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-09-18T16:43:51-04:00September 18th, 2019|

Mayor’s Senior Hall of Fame- nominate someone today

Do you know an exceptional senior volunteer? It's not too late to nominate them! Visit: https://bit.ly/2TStf9H for more information, or call 905.477.5530. The awards ceremony and CHATS flag raising will take place on Thursday, October 3 here at the Civic Centre.

Michelle Gibbons2019-08-22T11:06:26-04:00August 22nd, 2019|

Markham Tackles Textiles wins the Peter J. Marshall award

City of Markham: Markham Tackles Textiles wins the Peter J. Marshall award- THANK YOU RESIDENTS FOR RECYCLING YOUR TEXTILES! Markham is receiving the award for its textile recycling program. The initiative is aimed at reducing the number of textiles going to landfill and the unregulated “used clothing” bins. The recognition stems from the fact Canadian consumers produce 60 to 88 pounds (approximately 27 to 40 kilograms) of textile waste a year. Some 85 percent of that amount is thrown away. ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-08-21T10:29:24-04:00August 21st, 2019|

Intensification in Markham – What’s going on?

A message from Councillor Andrew Keyes Dear Ward 5 Residents, Intensification is a hard issue for us, but it is the new reality. Like many of you, I have been in Markham for a long time and have seen the rapid changes and experience daily the growing traffic challenges. I too am frustrated but I would like to be upfront: Markham's population is expected to grow by close to 100,00 over the next 10 years, meaning there is ... Read More

Andrew Keyes2020-11-25T17:41:32-05:00July 16th, 2019|

Markham opens first “Lendery” at Milliken Mills Library!

The Lendery What is a Lendery? A Lendery is like a library where you sign out things rather than books – things you need at the moment but don’t need to own. Your Lendery membership may entitle you to borrow a wide range of items including: Camping equipment Party supplies Small kitchen appliances Sports equipment Tools Toys and games Yard/garden tools Why Use a Lendery? The Lendery can save you money, space and time. No need to spend money ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-07-12T12:23:48-04:00July 11th, 2019|

Splash pads and outdoor pools in Markham

Locations & Status: Enjoy great fun at one of many splash pad areas around the City of Markham as well, two awesome outdoor pools- one in Ward 4 Morgan Pool located in Markham Village on Parkway Ave and in Ward 7 Rouge Bank pool located in Legacy neighbourhood on Rouge Bank Drive in the Rougebank Community Centre Splashpads Updated July 4, 2019. Park Address Status Ada Mackenzie Park 185 South Park Road Open Ashton Meadows Park 202 Calvert Road Open ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-07-12T12:25:50-04:00July 10th, 2019|

Cornell Library Free Storytimes…

FREE fun-filled storytimes introduce you and your child to great children’s books and to songs, rhymes and activities that promote the development of your child’s language and pre-reading skills. Markham Public Library’s interactive storytimes highlight the 5 literacy practices that are the stepping stones to reading success. Family Storytimes are free and there’s no need to register – just drop in and enjoy! At Cornell Library -Mondays, Thursday and Fridays at 11:00am; Wednesdays at 7:00pm; Sundays at 2:30pm

Michelle Gibbons2019-07-10T11:21:53-04:00July 10th, 2019|

Try it! The Bocce Club Markham at Centennial Community Centre

Interested in trying a new sport? Making new friends? Joining a club? Try the Markham Bocce Club located in the Centennial Community Centre. What is Boccee? Bocce is closely related to British bowls and French pétanque, all having developed from games played in the Roman Empire. It was developed into its present form in Italy (where it is called bocce, the plural of the Italian word boccia which means 'bowl' in the sport sense). It is played around Europe and ... Read More

Michelle Gibbons2019-07-12T18:17:04-04:00July 4th, 2019|

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