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Night at the Museum - Family movies this summer
Night at the Museum returns this summer on the beautiful grounds of Markham Museum. Everyone can enjoy great, family-friendly movies under the stars.
Access to the grounds start at 8:30 PM with movies starting at 9:15 PM.
Night at the Museum 2024 Schedule:
Thursday, July 25
Wonka presented by Don Valley North Lexus
Thursday, August 8
Kubo and the Two Strings presented by Genesis Markham
Thursday, August 22
The Little Mermaid presented by Don Valley North Toyota
Night at the Museum is FREE but registration is required. Learn more and register for each movie at MarkhamMuseum.ca
Refuse | Reduce | Resue | Rethink
Let a Plastic Free July kick start your summer!
Did you know, every piece of plastic that’s ever been created still exists in our world? Small changes make a big difference, and reducing your household waste is easy.
Pick one or two things that you, your friends and family can change to reduce your single-use plastics:
- Stay hydrated – don’t forget to always have a reusable water bottle handy.
- Be healthy - avoid pre-packaged food, choose fresh, bulk, and loose food.
- Protect our earth - use plastic-free decorations when celebrating. Please lose the balloons!
Visit markham.ca/ReduceSingleUsePlastics. Not sure where to recycle your items? Try the City’s What Goes Where tool.
Complete our Community Accessibility Survey
The City of Markham is working towards publishing a Multi-Year Accessibility Plan by December 31, 2024 and we want to hear from you.
Markham is committed to ensuring all residents have full and equal access to its facilities, services, and information. Accessibility makes it possible for people of all abilities to take advantage of everything Markham has to offer.
Please complete a short survey to share your thoughts on how we can improve accessibility and remove barriers for persons with disabilities.
Take our survey here: markham.ca/AccessibilitySurvey
Safeguarding Lives: A Closer Look at Traffic Safety in Markham
Traffic safety plays an important role in protecting both drivers and pedestrians in the City of Markham. Let's explore three key areas that show Markham's commitment to creating safer roads.
Firstly, construction zone safety is a major concern. During road repairs or new construction, signs and barriers are placed to alert drivers about potential hazards ahead. Reduced speed limits are imposed to prevent accidents and safeguard both construction workers and commuters. It's vital for drivers to be vigilant and follow the instructions in these zone, ensuring everyone's safety.
Secondly, speed display boards have proven to be effective tools in curbing reckless driving. These interactive boards display real-time vehicle speeds, prompting drivers to slow down and follow speed limits. By raising awareness about speeding, these boards foster a culture of responsible driving, especially in areas with higher pedestrian activity, like school zones.
Lastly, the Road Watch program is a community-driven initiative empowering residents to actively participate in road safety. People can report instances of dangerous driving, helping authorities to take appropriate action. This collective effort ensures a safer environment for all road users and promotes responsible driving habits.
The City of Markham's focus on construction zone safety, speed display boards, and the Road Watch program reflects our dedication to enhancing traffic safety. Together we can all play our part in keeping the roads safe for everyone.
- July 24
7:00 PM - 11:45 PM - Electronic Committee of Adjustment Meeting
Members of the public have the option to attend either remotely via Zoom or in-person in the Council Chamber at the Civic Centre. Learn how to participate in meetings, email a written submission or request to speak.
Committee of Adjustment mainpage has general info on how to participate in virtual meetings and COA Meeting Agendas, Minutes & Staff Reports page which would provide specific meeting date information and materials.
- July - Plastic Free July
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