YCDSB schools closed to students Nov. 20 for board-wide P.A. Day
All York Catholic District School Board elementary and secondary schools, including those in Markham, will hold a professional activity day on Friday, Nov. 20, 2026.
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Speed cameras keep spreading across York Region — and more Markham roads are about to get wider
York Region is adding 60 automated speed enforcement cameras by the end of 2026, while several major Markham road widenings — including Kennedy Road for bus rapid transit — are now underway or on the horizon.
By Markham Voice Staff · 3 min read
No classes for YCDSB elementary students on Monday, Oct. 26 P.A. Day
Elementary students at York Catholic schools in Markham and across York Region will have the day off on Monday, Oct. 26, while staff take part in training on bullying prevention, concussion awareness and other safety topics.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
York Catholic secondary schools hosting fall open houses for Markham families
Grade 8 students and their families across Markham and York Region can tour York Catholic District School Board high schools this fall ahead of the transition to Grade 9. Three Markham-area schools are capped and do not accept out-of-catchment students.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
Markham voter letters mailed ahead of Oct. 16 start to online voting
Markham’s municipal election voter letters are on their way. Residents who have not received theirs by Oct. 16 should check their registration.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read
York Region rolls out new safety measures in school zones as students return to class
Drivers passing Markham schools on regional roads will see new pavement markings and signage this fall, part of a York Region push to improve safety during the back-to-school season.
By Markham Voice Staff · 2 min read