Your Earth Month Bucket List: 9 Unmissable Events in Markham
Earth Day is fast approaching, and Markham is celebrating all month long with events that promote sustainability, community, and creativity. Whether you’re passionate about the environment, love nature, or just looking for a fun family outing, here are nine exciting Earth Month activities you won’t want to miss: Home Efficiency Retrofit Orientation (HERO) WorkshopDate: OngoingLocation: […]
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Markham Home Prices Increase Slightly to $1.21 Million in March 2025
The average home price in Markham reached $1.21 million in March 2025, according to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board. This marks a 0.2 per cent increase, or $2,335, from February 2025, but is down 9.9 per cent, or $133,289, compared to March 2024. A total of 220 homes were sold in March, with properties […]
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Markham Home Prices See Modest Increase in March 2025
In March 2025, the average price of a home in Markham reached $1.21 million, according to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board. This marks a modest increase of 0.2 per cent or $2,335 from February 2025. However, it represents a 9.9 per cent decrease compared to March 2024, a difference of $133,289. There were 220 […]
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Markham’s Diversity and Inclusion Survey Reveals Gaps in Representation
The City of Markham has released the results of its inaugural staff identity and inclusion survey, shedding light on both the diversity present within the workforce and the areas where representation is lacking. Conducted over an eight-week period from August to October of last year by Azmi Consulting and Metrics@Work, the survey was open to […]
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Woman and Dog Shot and Killed in Markham Home Targeted Multiple Times
York Regional Police are investigating a deadly shooting at a home in Markham, Ontario, where one woman and a dog were killed. The incident occurred at around 6:30 a.m. on Friday at a residence on Solace Road, which has previously been targeted in multiple shootings. Const. Kevin Nebrija confirmed that officers responded to reports of […]
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Guns and Cash Stolen in Markham Home Break-In, Police Searching for Suspects
York Regional Police are investigating a break-and-enter in Markham after three firearms and cash were stolen from a residence on Plum Tree Circle. The homeowner returned around 11 p.m. on Monday, March 31, to discover the break-in had occurred earlier that evening between 8 and 9 p.m. Upon entering the home, they found their gun […]
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5 Years Later: York Region Reflects on Lessons Learned from COVID-19
Five years ago, COVID-19 emerged, turning our world upside down and creating an atmosphere of fear and uncertainty. The virus quickly spread, and its impact was felt across the globe. In York Region, like many other places, the early months were marked by a sense of panic and confusion as the health system was stretched […]
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Markham-Unionville MP Paul Chiang Withdraws from 2025 Federal Election Amid Controversy
In a surprising move late on March 31, Markham-Unionville MP Paul Chiang announced his decision to withdraw from the 2025 federal election, citing the need to avoid distractions during a critical time for the country. “As the Prime Minister and Team Canada work to stand up to President Trump and protect our economy, I do […]
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Markham-Unionville MP Paul Chiang Withdraws from Election Amid Controversy
Paul Chiang, the Liberal MP for Markham-Unionville, has announced his withdrawal from the 2025 federal election following intense backlash over controversial remarks. The decision, made public just before midnight on March 31, comes as the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) investigates allegations related to his comments. The Controversy In January, during a news conference with […]
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City of Markham stormwater charge to increase April 1
The City of Markham’s stormwater charge is set to increase starting April 1. The charge, which helps fund the city’s stormwater management system, is designed to cover the costs of maintaining and improving infrastructure that handles rainwater and runoff. The increase comes as the city faces rising costs associated with climate change, aging drainage systems, […]
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