UPCOMING EVENTS
53RD ANNUAL HEINTZMAN HOUSE ARTISAN CRAFT SHOW, SAT., NOV. 8 – SUN., NOV, 9, 10AM – 5 PM, 135 BAY THORN DR, THORNHILL
Step into the charm of this stunning heritage home, transformed for one weekend only into a vibrant marketplace filled with creativity and craftsmanship.
Explore all three floors, where over 40 talented artisans will be showcasing a curated selection of handmade treasures. For more information, click below.
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE – MARKHAM DISTRICT VETERANS ASSOCIATION, SAT., NOV. 8, 10:30 AM, MARKHAM CENOTAPH, 6031 HIGHWAY 7 AT THE MARKHAM VILLAGE LIBRARY
Come out on the ceremony date and pay tribute to those who served
and those who paid the supreme sacrifices for our freedom as well as to those who are continuing to serve our country. For more information, click below.
HOME EFFICIENCY RETROFIT ORIENTATION (HERO) WORKSHOP, MON., NOV. 10, 6PM – 8PM, ONLINE
Every year the City of Markham, in partnership with Humber College, and Enbridge Gas, offers virtual HERO workshops for homeowners. The workshop is focused on engaging homeowners to understand and incorporate available energy retrofits, recognize the benefits of energy-efficient retrofits and learn about rebates and incentives.
VARLEY ART GALLERY LUNCH AND LEARN WITH JESS RIVA COOPER, WED., NOV. 12, 12:30 – 1:30 PM, ONLINE
Take your lunch break with the Varley Art Gallery and join a free online talk with Jess Riva Cooper, featured artist from the Gallery’s fall exhibition Sights of Convergence. This session offers insight into Cooper’s creative process and current work. For more information and to register, click below.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR VARLEY ART GALLERY HOLIDAY AND WINTER BREAK ART PROGRAMS
The Varley Art Gallery offers a variety of classes and workshops designed for children and youth with active imaginations and a keen interest in expressing themselves through art, as well as a wide range of adult classes and workshops designed to cater to different skill levels and artistic interests. Click below for more information and to register.
MARKHAM SMALL BUSINESS CENTRE FREE ONLINE EVENTS
ACCOUNTING SERIES #3: KEEP MORE OF WHAT YOU EARN, THURS., NOV. 20, 10:30AM – NOON
Maximize earnings & avoid audits! Learn tax tips, pay strategies, write-offs & CRA tools every entrepreneur must know. Click below to register.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
PROPERTY STANDARDS TIP
Want to give a boost to your lawn without the need to do any work? Let fallen leaves remain on your lawn instead of raking them. By mulching your leaves, the decomposed leaves will have improved the lawn quality with vital nutrients. Do not rake or push leaves onto the street. The burning of leaves is not permitted without a permit. For more information on property standards, click below.
MARKHAM TRANSPORTATION MASTER PLAN PUBLIC MEETING, NOV. 26, 6PM, MARKHAM CIVIC CENTRE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Hate traffic? Help us fix it! The City of Markham is developing a Transportation Master Plan (TMP) to shape how we move throughout the city. For more information, click below.
MARKHAM BLUE BOX TRANSITION JANUARY 1, 2026
Effective January 1, 2026, the residential blue box program is evolving to a new standardized system that is fully funded and operated by producers of recyclable materials. The City has also now removed the blue recycling boxes from community mailbox sites because they were frequently misused. Markham residents can stop receiving unwanted ad-mail altogether by placing a note inside their mailbox and instead download favorite digital flyers online. To learn more, click below.
ONTARIO HONDA DEALERS INDY AT MARKHAM UPDATE
Announced in September 2025, a new partnership between The City of Markham, Green Savoree Toronto ULC, and IndyCar will bring the iconic race to Markham Centre for the next 5 years, starting August 14 to 16, 2026. As part of preparations to host next year’s exciting Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham event, Phase 1 of construction at Unionville GO Station is now complete with 318 parking spots reopened. Learn more by clicking below.
COMMUNITY HEALTH
FREE RSV VACCINES FOR INDIVIDUALS AGED 75 AND OLDER STARTING THIS FALL
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common and contagious respiratory virus that typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms but can be more serious in young children and older adults with underlying health conditions. For more information, click below.
YORK REGION COMMUNITY SAFETY AND WELL-BEING PLAN (CSWB) CONSULTATION SURVEY
To update the plan, York Region wants to hear from you. The survey takes only 3 – 5 minutes. Your input will help shape community programs and services to better support residents across York Region. To complete the survey, click below.
YORK REGION HEALTH – FEEDING BABIES AND YOUNG CHILDREN
Commercially processed baby and toddler snacks like puffs, rusks, and melts can be misleading. Some packages include words and pictures of vegetables, but may contain little to no vegetables – instead, just a tiny amount of vegetable powder! Read the ingredient list and nutrition facts table. For more information, click below.
COMMUNITY SAFETY
YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS WHEN TURNING
Dear Drivers: Pedestrians and cyclists have the right of way when you are turning. Check your mirror and blind spot before you turn.
YORK REGIONAL POLICE MAKE ARRESTS IN RESIDENTIAL BREAK AND ENTERS
Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged two suspects and recovered stolen property in connection with an ongoing investigation into daytime residential break and enters across York Region. Investigators are still seeking three additional suspects, two females and one male. For more information, click below.
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