Markham election candidate registration closes Aug. 21
Residents seeking to run in Markham’s municipal election have until Aug. 21 at 2 p.m. to register. Voting takes place Oct. 16 to 26.
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Wildfire smoke puts Markham air quality at high risk
Smoke from Northwestern Ontario wildfires has prompted an Environment Canada warning for Markham residents. Outdoor exertion should be reduced or rescheduled, and windows and doors kept closed where possible.
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Andrea Cecchetto named Markham Public Library CEO after Catherine Biss retires
Markham Public Library’s board has appointed longtime staff member Andrea Cecchetto as CEO. She succeeds Catherine Biss, who held the role for 24 years.
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Markham Indy track construction brings noise and detours ahead of August race
Downtown Markham streets are being prepared for the Aug. 14–16 IndyCar weekend. Nearby residents can expect construction noise, road detours and elevated daytime noise during racing.
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Markham-Unionville Terry Fox Run sets fundraising goal above $100,000
The Sept. 20 event will start at the Old Unionville Library Community Centre, with free registration and several ways to participate.
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Downtown Markham food festival wraps up with food, music and family activities
The 2026 festival brought dozens of food choices, live performances and a dedicated kids’ zone to Downtown Markham.
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Markham Stouffville Hospital adds temporary unit to ease emergency department waits
A temporary unit gives some admitted patients a quieter place to wait for an inpatient bed. Oak Valley Health says the change has reduced the use of emergency department hallway spaces.
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Free embroidery workshop with Par Nair coming to Varley Art Gallery
Markham residents can explore an expressive approach to embroidery at a free July 18 workshop with exhibiting artist Par Nair. Registration is required, and materials are provided.
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Single-day tickets available for Markham’s inaugural Indy weekend
The Ontario Honda Dealers Indy comes to Markham Aug. 14 to 16, with single-day tickets now available. Friday general admission will be free, with voluntary donations to Make-A-Wish Canada.
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Free Markham Jazz Festival returns to Unionville Aug. 22 and 23
More than 30 performances are planned for the festival’s 29th edition, with outdoor stages along Main Street and a free shuttle into Unionville.
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Markham swings from a mild Friday to deep cold, then a midweek thaw
Pearson hit 7.3 C on Feb. 27, fell to -14.4 C on March 2 as wind chills neared -30 in parts of the GTA, then climbed back to 7.8 C by March 4.
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Highway 7 East subdivision with park and 30 affordable units gets committee nod
Markham's development services committee approved in principle a draft plan for four development blocks, roads, a park and greenway lands at 4077 to 4121 Highway 7 East.
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