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Explore Markham Museum's Latest Everyday Superheroes Exhibition

Markham Museum’s newest exhibition, Everyday Superheroes, opens on March 10, and we invite you to experience it firsthand!

Everyday Superheroes celebrates the remarkable individuals who make a difference in our communities every day — from firefighters and healthcare workers to educators and volunteers. This interactive exhibition shines a spotlight on real-life heroes through hands-on activities and engaging displays that showcase the power of kindness, courage, and resilience.

Be among the first to explore this exciting new experience during March Break, with extra fun planned from March 10–14! Looking for a unique way to celebrate? Our brand-new Everyday Superheroes birthday party package is now available. Plus, if you know an educator, encourage them to book a field trip with us for an immersive and educational adventure.

Spread the word and join us as we discover the hero within! For more information, please visit our Everyday Superheroes page.

City of Markham's Pet Adoption Weekend

Join us for the City of Markham's Pet Adoption Weekend in partnership with the Ontario SPCA!

The Markham Animal Adoption and Education Centre will be open March 15 and 16, 2025 for its adoption weekend event. No appointments needed—just drop in and find your new furry friend!

Let's give these adorable pets the loving homes they deserve.
Location: Markham Animal Adoption and Education Centre, 7755 Bayview Ave, Thornhill

Learn more: markham.ca/AnimalAdoption 

Camp Molly Is Open for Registration!

Markham Fire is hosting Camp Molly from July 10 to 13, 2025. This free camp is open to young women and non-binary youth, ages 15-18.

You will learn fire suppression, auto extrication, fire prevention, medical training & firefighter survival through teamwork and resilience.

Camp Molly is an initiative that is hosted by different cities across Ontario. This year is the first time that Markham has been able to host!
Applications are open until May 10, 2025.  

Apply Now

Share Your Ideas and Opinions on Road Safety With Us!

Road safety is an important issue for Markham residents. The City of Markham is creating a plan to make our streets and communities safer and we want to hear from you.

Join our Public Information Centre on Tuesday, March 25 at the Markham Civic Centre to share your ideas, opinions and feedback on road safety.

Visit markham.ca/VisionZero to learn more about our plan.

Lightbulb Recycling - Important Notice

Effective March 4, 2025, light bulbs will no longer be accepted at Markham Recycling Depots and can be dropped off at the York Region’s Household Hazardous Waste Depot for recycling, at no charge to you.

Proper recycling of light bulbs ensures that harmful chemicals like mercury, are handled safely to protect the environment. Keeping light bulbs out of landfill means their glass and metal components can be recycled and used again.

Find a drop off location near you!

For more details visit Markham.ca/LightbulbRecycling 

• March 12
  9:30 AM - 4:30 PM - Heritage Markham Committee Meeting
• March 18
  9:30 AM - 4:30 PM - Development Services Committee Meeting
  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Development Services Committee Meeting
• March 19
  7:00 PM - 11:50 PM - Electronic Committee of Adjustment Meeting
• March 24
  1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Special Development Services Meeting
• April 1
  9:30 AM - 4:30 PM - General Committee Meeting
  7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Development Services Public Meeting
• April 1
  7:00 PM - 11:50 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.

The Ontario Planning Act and Ontario Heritage Act mandate the posting of notices related to the respective Acts. As of July 1, 2024, any municipality without a local newspaper may publish Planning Act notices on their website. Heritage Act notices are permitted to be posted on the City website as of May 3, 2023.

Learn more about our Notices.

• March — Amyloidosis Awareness Month
• March — Epilepsy Awareness Month, Purple Day
• March — Hellenic Heritage Month
• March — Irish Heritage Month
• March — Persian Heritage Month
• March 8 — International Women's Day
• March 21 — International Day for Elimination of Racial Discrimination
• March 21 — World Down Syndrome Day

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