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Category: Culture

Canac site revitalization conflict could be resolved

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For nearly four years, a revitalization study by the City of Markham for the Thornlea area has caused controversy and has resulted in numerous conflicts and delays. Now, Coun. Howard Shore is trying to ensure that some progress can finally be made.

Area library celebrates centenary

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In 2016 Wychwood Library will be celebrating its centenary, an occasion to not only acknowledge the past, but also to look forward to the future as we continue creating and building spaces that connect our residents and strengthen the community.

A guide to the Committee of Adjustment

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Residents occasionally see a new home go up that is larger than what is set out in the applicable bylaw. How can this be? Why doesn’t the city just come along with a wrecking ball and demolish the offending structure? Welcome to the Committee of Adjustment.

Common sense for parking tickets

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Last year, parking enforcement issued approximately 572,000 tickets for pay-and-display parking offences. This caused many residents and local businesses to raise the issue of fairness as the time on their watch may have been a few minutes different than on the parking machine.

Neighbourhood festivals abound

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After one of the worst winters in memory, Ward 10 is gearing up for an amazing summer of events in our parks and community centres.

Markham gets smart

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It is an exciting and busy time in the City of Markham. The number of items on my agenda is long but important.