Longtime Markham Councillor Khalid Usman dies
By: Scarlett Liu - https://www.yorkregion.com June 2, 2026 Former Markham councillor Khalid Usman, who represented Ward 7 for 14 years, died May 30. A familiar figure in Markham’s civic and charitable communities, Usman was known for his fundraising efforts and volunteer work with numerous local organizations. Tributes have poured in following his passing, including from Mayor Frank Scarpitti, who
Main Street Unionville officially reopens after $14.8M restoration project
By: Gabriela Silva-Ponte - https://www.cbc.ca May 31, 2026 Politicians and community members gathered in Markham, Ont., Saturday for the grand reopening ceremony of Main Street Unionville. Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti said the reopening comes at a perfect time, ahead of the Unionville Festival and the NTT IndyCar Series, which is coming to the city in August. “We're celebrating nearly
Toronto Region and Conservation Authority Notice: Herbicide Application in Woodland Park, Proctor Park and Almond Park
Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Notice May 27, 2026 Topic: Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Notice: Herbicide Application in Woodland Park, Proctor Park and Almond Park Start Date: June 1, 2026 End Date: July 31, 2026 What is happening? Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) will be continuing with periodic herbicide applications in Ward 1 from June 1 to
Markham council approves veterans crosswalk despite safety, Mayor’s ‘Disneyland’ concerns
By Scarlett Liu - https://www.yorkregion.com/ May 13, 2026 Markham council has voted to move ahead with a veterans-themed crosswalk despite a staff recommendation advising against decorative crosswalks across the city over safety, accessibility and liability concerns. The motion, brought forward by Councillor Karen Rea and seconded by Regional Councillor Alan Ho, passed in a narrow 7-6 vote after lengthy
Metrolinx YNSE Construction Notice: Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) at 7 & 9 Clark Avenue
Metrolinx Construction Notice May 5, 2026 Topic: Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) at 7 & 9 Clark Avenue Schedule: May 6, 2026 until May 29, 2026 Timing: Weekdays, 8:00AM to 5:00PM What is happening? The Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) to be initiated at the properties located at 7 & 9 Clark Avenue is to support the Yonge North
Metrolinx YNSE Construction Notice: Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) at 128, 130 & 132 Kirk Drive
Metrolinx Construction Notice May 5, 2026 Topic: Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) at 128, 130 & 132 Kirk Drive Schedule: May 18, 2026 until June 15, 2026 Timing: Weekdays, 8:00AM to 5:00PM What is happening? The Phase Two Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) to be initiated at the properties located at 128, 130 and 132 Kirk Drive is to support the