MARKHAM LIVING – JANUARY 2025

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

2024 HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE

Now until January 6, the City of Markham’s By-law Enforcement and Regulatory Services Department is collecting non-perishable, unexpired food (including pet food) and personal care items for this year’s donation drive. All donations go to Markham Food Bank.

BLACK OWNED MARKHAM MARKET

Do you have an online shop? A storefront business? We are still accepting Black-owned businesses for our Black Owned Markham Market on Sat Feb 22! No vendor fees are needed. Vendor form is below or in bio.

SPECIAL MEETING OF COUNCIL ON JANUARY 23

The City of Markham is hosting a Special Meeting of Council to introduce our Official Plan Review Project on January 23 at 7 PM at the Markham Civic Centre. Come together to ensure Markham remains a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive city. Learn more:

SUMMER INTERNSHIP

Are you a post-secondary student in Markham looking for unique summer job opportunities? The City of Markham is currently recruiting post-secondary students for summer 2025 for a variety of roles across various departments. Apply by January 10, 2025:

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS AT MARKHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY

Our children’s programs are designed by educators and align with the Ontario curriculum from preschool to age 12. We offer weekend and afterschool  activity based programs that encourage collaboration, teamwork and social skills in a safe environment.

RECYCLE OF REAL CHRISTMAS TREES

Curbside collection for real Christmas trees is from January 7 to 17, 2025. – Remove plastic bags, decorations, tinsel and stand. – Do not place on top of snowbanks – Set out by 7 AM on your collection day Follow

HEALTH

TRANSITION TO PARENTING

If you’ve been feeling sad or can’t stop crying since having a baby, you’re not alone! Our FREE, nurse-led Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) group is here to support you. Learn skills and enhance your emotional well-being this year. Learn more at https://www.york.ca/health/parenting/transition-parenting

COVID-19 AND FLU VACCINESStay healthy this holiday season with layers of protection! Everyone 6 months of age can get the updated COVID-19 & flu vaccines at participating pharmacies, healthcare providers and walk-in clinics. Book your appointment today at

ENVIRONMENT

YORK REGIONAL FOREST’S CENTENNIAL

In 2024, we celebrated the York Regional Forest’s centennial with events, photo contests and more! Now you can look back at the year’s highlights and download the 2025 calendar filled with stunning photos. Discover more at

2025 GARBAGE COLLECTION SCHEDULE

Your 2025 Recycling & Garbage Collection Schedule is available online.

View, download or print your schedule and remember to sign up for weekly reminders and service alerts! Get it at