HAPPY SENIORS’ MONTH
Our seniors deserve immense respect and gratitude for their many valuable contributions to family and community. They have helped build the strong and prosperous society and quality of life that we are so fortunate to live in today and for generations to come.
SPECIAL EVENTS
FREE: UNIONVILLE FESTIVAL, SAT., JUNE 6 – SUN., JUNE 7, MAIN STREET UNIONVILLE
This annual event is a celebration of the local community, featuring live music, local arts and craft vendors, delicious food, retails shops, community performance groups, and a wide range of activities for people of all ages. In 2026, the Unionville Festival returns to its full scale, made even more special with the completion of the Main Street Restoration. For more information, click below.
FREE: MARKHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY SENIORS SOCIAL AND GARDEN PARTY, MON., JUNE 8, 11:00 AM, THORNHILL VILLAGE BRANCH
Celebrate Seniors Month in the beautiful garden at the historic Thornhill Village Library. Enjoy an afternoon of refreshments. laughter, garden tours and new friends. This event is geared to Older Adults but all are welcome. To register and for more information, click below.
FREE: MARKHAM PRIDE CELEBRATION AND FLAG RAISING, TUES., JUNE 9, 9:30AM, MARKHAM CIVIC CENTRE
Join the community to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and show support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community! This free event will include a special flag raising as well as speakers, followed by light refreshments. To RSVP and learn more, click below.
FREE: MARKHAM CYCLING DAY, SUN., JUNE 14, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR – Fred Varley Drive & Main Street Unionville
Markham Cycling Day is an annual cycling event, started in 2008 and hosted by City of Markham. It is a great way to explore Markham on bicycles with your friends or families. Riders of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in this FREE event which offers entertainment, light refreshment and activities from various exhibitors. To register and for more information, click below.
FREE: SENIORS ROUNDTABLE AND OPEN HOUSE, FRI., JUNE 19, 1 PM, MILLIKEN MILLS COMMUNITY CENTREDon’t miss this special event where you can visit information booths, talk with City staff, and learn more about services for seniors. Click below for more information and to register.
FREE: CANADA DAY COMMUNITY MURAL, SAT., JUNE 27 AND SUN., JUNE 28, 10 AM TO 4 PM, VARLEY ART GALLERY
FREE: Celebrate Canada Day at the Varley Art Gallery by contributing to a collaborative community mural. Visitors of all ages are invited to take part in creating a shared artwork using a variety of materials, with the piece evolving throughout the day. For more information, click below.
BARKHAM FESTIVAL, SAT., JUNE 13 – SUN., JUNE 14, MARKHAM MUSEUM
Barkham 2026 will transform 25 acres of scenic, dog-friendly space at Markham Museum into the ultimate pet-lover’s paradise. Visitors can browse an incredible selection of vendors offering unique products and services for both dogs and humans, indulge in delicious eats from food trucks, and take part in exciting games and activities throughout the weekend. For more information and tickets, click below.
PUBLIC MEETINGS
CITY OF MARKHAM OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW MEETINGS, JUNE 2026
The City of Markham is updating its Official Plan. This plan reflects the City’s goals and looks ahead to the future to make sure all social, economic, cultural and environmental factors are considered. Click below for more information on dates and locations.
PROPOSED DISC HIKING COURSE PUBLIC MEETING, MON., JUNE 15, 6PM, MILNE DAM CONSERVATION PARK, 8251 MCCOWAN RD.
Share your feedback on a proposed disc hiking course! Staff and consultants will be available to answer questions and gather feedback.
MARKHAM VILLAGE HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT (MVHCD) PLAN PUBLIC MEETING, WED., JUNE 17, 6:30 PM, MARKHAM VILLAGE COMMUNITY CENTRE
Share your input about preserving the heritage of Markham Village! The City is updating the Markham Village Heritage Conservation District (MVHCD) Plan to better protect what makes the area special. Click below for more information.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
SUMMER WATER RESTRICTIONS
During summer months, Markham’s Water By-law limits residential watering of lawns and gardens. To learn more, click below.
LET’S KEEP OUR WILDLIFE, WILD!
Humans are not the only ones that live in Markham. Foxes, coyotes, rats and other wildlife can be spotted from time to time. Residents can take measures to ensure a peaceful co-existence with our wild neighbours. Don’t approach – Don’t feed – Don’t take pictures. Please note there is an immediate fine of $615 in effect for feeding wildlife. To learn more, click below.
YORK REGIONAL POLICE LAUNCHES NEW, IMPROVED WEBSITE
Built with customer service and accessibility top of mind, the new website is compliant with standards legislated by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Serving one of the most diverse regions in Canada, the site features user-activated translation and a live chat assistant, ensuring our community members can access the information they need, in their language. For more information, click below.
YORK REGIONAL POLICE PILOTS DRONE AS FIRST RESPONDER PROGRAM
With the ability to be activated in seconds and arrive at a scene in minutes, the drones will often be the first responder at the scene, providing the ability for pilots to see what is happening on the ground, and to relay critical information to dispatchers and attending officers.
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