Irene Wong
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Markham seniors make powerful call to action about elder abuse with film
"Stop IT!" is a project of the Angus Glen Older Adults Club (AGOAC) Filmmaking Group. → Read More
York Region's Got Talent? Markham aims to discover area's next big star
Event encourages performing artists to excel before exemplary judges. → Read More
WHAT’S GOING ON HERE? Redevelopment proposes 13-storey apartment building near Old Markham Village
The City of Markham received an official plan amendment and zoning bylaw amendment applications on June 14, 2022, proposing redevelopment of three existing commercial buildings to a 13-storey... → Read More
Where are properties selling quickest? Markham’s Thornlea and Vinegar Hill neighbourhoods saw speedy homes sales in 7 days
According to a report by real estate agency Zoocasa, Markham had 290 new listings and 146 sales in January, taking 33 days on average to sell. → Read More
Teenager helps people to get blood pressure cuffs at Markham Stouffville Hospital
In December 2022, Bryan created The Make a Move Foundation. → Read More
Markham residents likely to see water rate increase of 3.8% on top of 6.4% tax hike
Council expected to make decision Feb. 22 for new rate to be effective Apr. 1. → Read More
'It means potential growth': 360°kids program helps youth overcome homelessness
Markham transitional housing keeps community affordable for young people in York Region. → Read More
Markham Fire and Emergency Services Chief Adam J. Grant named Ontario’s Chief of the Year
Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs recognizes Grant for strides in modernizing city’s fire service. → Read More
Markham councillor's spring gala celebrates Year of the Rabbit in community
Markham Ward 6 councillor Amanda Yeung Collucci held the Markham Spring Gala at the NKS Banquet Hall on January 27 to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit. → Read More
York University’s new Markham campus marks 'topping out' milestone with ceremony
University leaders, local dignitaries sign final beam as construction continues toward 2024 opening. → Read More
'There is no place for your racist art anywhere': Markham resident slams hate speech graffiti at Markville Mall
In just a few days to celebrate the Lunar New Year, Markham Chinese resident Stephen Lew was shocked by the anti-Asian graffiti at Markville Mall which contained ethnic slur targeting person of... → Read More
Lanterns of Indigenous Lights at Markham’s Varley Art Gallery celebrate Year of the Rabbit
The event connects Indigenous cultures to the Asian tradition of celebrating the Lunar New Year. → Read More
Markham Stouffville Hospital adopts new technology to cut down surgical backlog
Provincially funded wait list management software helps to provide timelier access to surgery for patients. → Read More
Ontario’s More Homes Built Faster Act could cost Markham $136M annually
Provincial rule changes could require 50-to-80% property tax hike to cover budget shortfall → Read More
First year-round covered court brings winter tennis to Markham community
The number of indoor municipal tennis courts jumps from four to 10. → Read More
Public meeting on More Homes Built Faster Act takes place in Markham Nov. 9
Provincial committee invites comments for oral presentation by Nov. 3, written submission by Nov. 17. → Read More
MARKHAM VOTES: What do mayoral and regional councillor candidates say about China-operated police stations in city?
The topic of China-operated police stations in Markham came up during an Oct. 13 all-candidates meeting. → Read More
MARKHAM VOTES: Bring your questions to Markham Ward 1 all-candidates meeting Oct. 13
MARKHAM VOTES: Bring your questions to Markham Ward 1 all-candidates meeting Oct. 13. Meet candidates running for Markham mayor, ward councillor and school trustee. → Read More
Markham residents, have your say about bylaw enforcement services and residential infill development
The City of Markham has engaged WSCS Consulting Inc. to conduct service delivery reviews for bylaw enforcement services and residential infill development. → Read More
Baseball tournament in Unionville to raise funds for transplant charities
The tournament is hosted in memory of Brian Steinman, who died eight months ago from a stroke. Brian was a passionate and dedicated 26-year-old employee with Hockey Helps the Homeless. He donated... → Read More